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Replaceing my compressor?
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Replaceing my compressor?
Any hard core AC SMEs out there? The question I have is about replacing my compressor. I have a 94 Aerostar rear air and replacing the Accum, Condensor, both under body lines and the manifold and Raf line inthe rear, etc. It will be new 1000$ worth, except for 2 lines, and the 2 evaps.
I was told I should replace the compressor, because it has not ran for about 3 yrs, by one shop and no need by another. My AC book, does not give details or hints. At 500+$ for one I'm questioning the need. It
Any points yes or no?
I was told I should replace the compressor, because it has not ran for about 3 yrs, by one shop and no need by another. My AC book, does not give details or hints. At 500+$ for one I'm questioning the need. It
Any points yes or no?
Last edited by CdnSoldier; May 26, 2006 at 12:32 PM.
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I guess I'd be asking how many miles are on the vehicle, and are there any signs of leakage?
Normally Ford compressors of that era were quite reliable, from what I hear. Off the top of my head I'd say no need to replace it if there's no signs of leakage.
Normally Ford compressors of that era were quite reliable, from what I hear. Off the top of my head I'd say no need to replace it if there's no signs of leakage.
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My van only had 100,000ks on when the condenser blew a hole in it from a rock. It only has 118,000ks now.I never go around to fixing it. Since I'm fixing it, I'm replacing what requires it. The Manifold line and rear filter line I'm replacing to play it save. Now I have the cash and am moving so, I would like to have the air on the Hwy. It does get hot in Canada.
It just bugs me the I'm getting a 50/50 stance on compressor replacment. I hope someone has a yes or no answer.
Thanks Dave
It just bugs me the I'm getting a 50/50 stance on compressor replacment. I hope someone has a yes or no answer.
Thanks Dave
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Well, if the system has essentially been open for that long, I'd look at replacing more than the condenser and the line. I'd definately replace the accumulator / drier too. Was this originally an R134a system? If not, it would probably be best to take everything apart and put in new o-rings. Unless your laws are different in Canada, this need not be an expensive deal if you're willing to get your hands dirty. Parts stores should carry all the parts you need, including the oil. Then, simply take it to a shop, or the parts store, and have them pull a vacuum on the system. Charge as necessary, and away you go!
Two votes for no and none for yes on the compressor replacement. With only that many kilometers, I'd say that the compressor is probably still in real good shape.
I just got done with something similar. Go review my threads in this forum.
Two votes for no and none for yes on the compressor replacement. With only that many kilometers, I'd say that the compressor is probably still in real good shape.
I just got done with something similar. Go review my threads in this forum.
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Here in Canada you can replace anything yourself. But you cannot purchase R12 or R134 unless you are a licenced shop. I am replacing the other parts also. It was just the compressor. As I stated some shops say yes, some say no.
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with the comparison in price between the compressor and a charge, if it was mine, i would not replace the compressor if it was working fine before the rock took the condensor out. i would charge the system, and go with that.
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Originally Posted by CdnSoldier
Here in Canada you can replace anything yourself. But you cannot purchase R12 or R134 unless you are a licenced shop. I am replacing the other parts also. It was just the compressor. As I stated some shops say yes, some say no.
