Compressor not used
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Compressor not used
My 83 F250 had the A/C hoses cut about six or seven years ago (previous owner) to install a new oversize radiator. The compressor has not been used since. My question is: what is the possibility that it is still usable? Is it worth the cost to bring the A/C back up to snuff and does anyone have an idea of what the cost would be?
I have 140K miles and the truck is in pretty good shape. I do not need the air but I think if I tried to sell it the price would be better with the A/C working. I live in the desert SouthWest and have thought about trying to sell the truck for an upgrade.
I have 140K miles and the truck is in pretty good shape. I do not need the air but I think if I tried to sell it the price would be better with the A/C working. I live in the desert SouthWest and have thought about trying to sell the truck for an upgrade.
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Being a "creature comfort" option, the "worth" or value of repairing the AC is totally subjective. On an 83 with 140K, I don't see how it could affect the resale value much unless it's a very nice truck otherwise. If it's a well preserved example, fixing the AC may be worth the cost. Being in NM AC has it's merits, obviously.
The cost of AC repair is all over the map depending on why it stopped working to begin with and what damage there is from non-use and being open to air, but $500, give or take, will get you in the ballpark. Yeah, the compressor is "probably" toast, but there's really no way to tell.
I rebuild AC systems on a lot of "collector" vehicles, mainly 60-70's cars. 80's vehicles are now moving into that realm. I usually recommend budgeting $1000 (DIY) to make the system work like new. It could be more.
If it takes less, take the remainder and roll it back into the budget for other repairs or buy beer.
Sorry I couldn't pin it down better, there are just too many variables.
The cost of AC repair is all over the map depending on why it stopped working to begin with and what damage there is from non-use and being open to air, but $500, give or take, will get you in the ballpark. Yeah, the compressor is "probably" toast, but there's really no way to tell.
I rebuild AC systems on a lot of "collector" vehicles, mainly 60-70's cars. 80's vehicles are now moving into that realm. I usually recommend budgeting $1000 (DIY) to make the system work like new. It could be more.
If it takes less, take the remainder and roll it back into the budget for other repairs or buy beer.
Sorry I couldn't pin it down better, there are just too many variables.
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That was a big help since I had no idea how much it would cost or what would be involved. This type of truck in New Mexico sells for $1500 to $2500 with an occasional rebuilt that goes out the top.
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You can get an used Compressor from a yard for around $50.00, just pull on that still has freon and oil pressure on it. The dryer and orifice tube should always be changed for around $25.00. Most car and trucks need the ac to work for defroster and climate control to work correct.
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Thank you, I will look into the used possibility. A little more research has shown that having A/C will increase the value of a truck like mine about $500 or $600 so if I can find the parts and do it myself (I have done A/C before) it should be a better deal for me.
In this part of the country A/C is not necessary for defrost since we do not have enough moisture to condense. I also do not drive the truck on long distance trips so I do not really have a need for the A/C my self. If I had my way I would never run it but my Wife calls the shots on that one so when she is on board we use the A/C.
Thanks again for the tip on used, I had not thought about it.
In this part of the country A/C is not necessary for defrost since we do not have enough moisture to condense. I also do not drive the truck on long distance trips so I do not really have a need for the A/C my self. If I had my way I would never run it but my Wife calls the shots on that one so when she is on board we use the A/C.
Thanks again for the tip on used, I had not thought about it.
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