'92 Civic A/C compressor
05-27-2005 | 02:23 PM
#16
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Re: '92 Civic A/C compressor
Hey Steve,
After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it, then
it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use a
powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in a
dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place. This
is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living, then
I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation. A
remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
..........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
goes out.
Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I say
in stone
Take care,
--Al
"Steve" <hansensw@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news
fHle.840397$w62.482240@bgtnsc05-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
> If you are a good shop with all the proper equipment then its a easy job.
> Your paying for a warranty primarily, the guarantee that if the new
> compressor fails than the shop can afford to do the job again without any
> extra cost to you.
> A large compressor remanufacturing place said it takes 3 compressors to
> clean out a system. can you afford to buy three compressors?
> This same shop was once boxing new compressors as reman's (Due to some
> supply or contract law) and the "reman" ones were coming back at a high
> rate; the shops saving money by going the reman route weren't cleaning out
> the system well enough (if at all)
> 1000 is a lot of money, bur can you afford to do it several times on your
> own?
>
>
> --
> Stephen W. Hansen
> ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
> ASE Undercar Specialist
>
>
>
> "Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
> news:Yllle.1285$4N2.508@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
> > The dealer say that my A/C compressor is burned-up and they want to
charge
> > $1,000 bucks to fix it.
> > 1. Is this easy to fix, because a compressor at the parts store is only
> > $300?
> > 2. Can I use the clutch from the old compressor? If so, the new
compressor
> > would be even less. Is the clutch easy to remove?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > --Al
> >
> >
>
>
After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it, then
it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use a
powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in a
dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place. This
is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living, then
I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation. A
remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
..........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
goes out.
Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I say
in stone
Take care,
--Al
"Steve" <hansensw@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news
fHle.840397$w62.482240@bgtnsc05-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...> If you are a good shop with all the proper equipment then its a easy job.
> Your paying for a warranty primarily, the guarantee that if the new
> compressor fails than the shop can afford to do the job again without any
> extra cost to you.
> A large compressor remanufacturing place said it takes 3 compressors to
> clean out a system. can you afford to buy three compressors?
> This same shop was once boxing new compressors as reman's (Due to some
> supply or contract law) and the "reman" ones were coming back at a high
> rate; the shops saving money by going the reman route weren't cleaning out
> the system well enough (if at all)
> 1000 is a lot of money, bur can you afford to do it several times on your
> own?
>
>
> --
> Stephen W. Hansen
> ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
> ASE Undercar Specialist
>
>
>
> "Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
> news:Yllle.1285$4N2.508@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
> > The dealer say that my A/C compressor is burned-up and they want to
charge
> > $1,000 bucks to fix it.
> > 1. Is this easy to fix, because a compressor at the parts store is only
> > $300?
> > 2. Can I use the clutch from the old compressor? If so, the new
compressor
> > would be even less. Is the clutch easy to remove?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > --Al
> >
> >
>
>
05-27-2005 | 02:23 PM
#17
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Re: '92 Civic A/C compressor
Hey Steve,
After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it, then
it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use a
powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in a
dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place. This
is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living, then
I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation. A
remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
..........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
goes out.
Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I say
in stone
Take care,
--Al
"Steve" <hansensw@hotmail.com> wrote in message
newsfHle.840397$w62.482240@bgtnsc05-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
> If you are a good shop with all the proper equipment then its a easy job.
> Your paying for a warranty primarily, the guarantee that if the new
> compressor fails than the shop can afford to do the job again without any
> extra cost to you.
> A large compressor remanufacturing place said it takes 3 compressors to
> clean out a system. can you afford to buy three compressors?
> This same shop was once boxing new compressors as reman's (Due to some
> supply or contract law) and the "reman" ones were coming back at a high
> rate; the shops saving money by going the reman route weren't cleaning out
> the system well enough (if at all)
> 1000 is a lot of money, bur can you afford to do it several times on your
> own?
>
>
> --
> Stephen W. Hansen
> ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
> ASE Undercar Specialist
>
>
>
> "Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
> news:Yllle.1285$4N2.508@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
> > The dealer say that my A/C compressor is burned-up and they want to
charge
> > $1,000 bucks to fix it.
> > 1. Is this easy to fix, because a compressor at the parts store is only
> > $300?
> > 2. Can I use the clutch from the old compressor? If so, the new
compressor
> > would be even less. Is the clutch easy to remove?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > --Al
> >
> >
>
>
After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it, then
it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use a
powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in a
dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place. This
is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living, then
I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation. A
remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
..........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
goes out.
Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I say
in stone
Take care,
--Al
"Steve" <hansensw@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news
fHle.840397$w62.482240@bgtnsc05-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...> If you are a good shop with all the proper equipment then its a easy job.
> Your paying for a warranty primarily, the guarantee that if the new
> compressor fails than the shop can afford to do the job again without any
> extra cost to you.
> A large compressor remanufacturing place said it takes 3 compressors to
> clean out a system. can you afford to buy three compressors?
> This same shop was once boxing new compressors as reman's (Due to some
> supply or contract law) and the "reman" ones were coming back at a high
> rate; the shops saving money by going the reman route weren't cleaning out
> the system well enough (if at all)
> 1000 is a lot of money, bur can you afford to do it several times on your
> own?
>
>
> --
> Stephen W. Hansen
> ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
> ASE Undercar Specialist
>
>
>
> "Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
> news:Yllle.1285$4N2.508@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
> > The dealer say that my A/C compressor is burned-up and they want to
charge
> > $1,000 bucks to fix it.
> > 1. Is this easy to fix, because a compressor at the parts store is only
> > $300?
> > 2. Can I use the clutch from the old compressor? If so, the new
compressor
> > would be even less. Is the clutch easy to remove?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > --Al
> >
> >
>
>
05-27-2005 | 10:16 PM
#18
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Re: '92 Civic A/C compressor
"Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:j%ole.1331$4N2.682@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
> Are remanufactured compressors any good?
>
> --Al
I don't really have enough experience with them to say. Rebuilt alternators
and starters are the pits; rebuilt water pumps seem to be okay (although I
had one fail in just one day), so anybody's guess is as good as mine on that
part. I've had a horrifically expensive experience with rebuilt injectors in
my Volvo. ($900 - mainly for an entire day of troubleshooting at the dealer.
The injectors flow tested perfectly but the engine wouldn't run right with
them.)
Mike
news:j%ole.1331$4N2.682@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
> Are remanufactured compressors any good?
>
> --Al
I don't really have enough experience with them to say. Rebuilt alternators
and starters are the pits; rebuilt water pumps seem to be okay (although I
had one fail in just one day), so anybody's guess is as good as mine on that
part. I've had a horrifically expensive experience with rebuilt injectors in
my Volvo. ($900 - mainly for an entire day of troubleshooting at the dealer.
The injectors flow tested perfectly but the engine wouldn't run right with
them.)
Mike
05-27-2005 | 10:16 PM
#19
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Re: '92 Civic A/C compressor
"Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:j%ole.1331$4N2.682@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
> Are remanufactured compressors any good?
>
> --Al
I don't really have enough experience with them to say. Rebuilt alternators
and starters are the pits; rebuilt water pumps seem to be okay (although I
had one fail in just one day), so anybody's guess is as good as mine on that
part. I've had a horrifically expensive experience with rebuilt injectors in
my Volvo. ($900 - mainly for an entire day of troubleshooting at the dealer.
The injectors flow tested perfectly but the engine wouldn't run right with
them.)
Mike
news:j%ole.1331$4N2.682@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
> Are remanufactured compressors any good?
>
> --Al
I don't really have enough experience with them to say. Rebuilt alternators
and starters are the pits; rebuilt water pumps seem to be okay (although I
had one fail in just one day), so anybody's guess is as good as mine on that
part. I've had a horrifically expensive experience with rebuilt injectors in
my Volvo. ($900 - mainly for an entire day of troubleshooting at the dealer.
The injectors flow tested perfectly but the engine wouldn't run right with
them.)
Mike
05-28-2005 | 01:42 AM
#20
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Re: '92 Civic A/C compressor
Al Davis wrote:
>
> Hey Steve,
> After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
> contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it, then
> it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use a
> powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in a
> dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place. This
> is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
> compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
> you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
> would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
> http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living, then
> I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
> mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation. A
> remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
> .........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
> goes out.
>
> Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I say
> in stone
Are you sure you aren't removing the desiccants when you do this?
05-28-2005 | 01:42 AM
#21
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Re: '92 Civic A/C compressor
Al Davis wrote:
>
> Hey Steve,
> After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
> contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it, then
> it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use a
> powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in a
> dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place. This
> is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
> compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
> you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
> would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
> http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living, then
> I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
> mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation. A
> remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
> .........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
> goes out.
>
> Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I say
> in stone
Are you sure you aren't removing the desiccants when you do this?
05-28-2005 | 01:47 AM
#22
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Re: '92 Civic A/C compressor
Al,
in a back yard shop, I'd say you are doing a good job. you are attempting
(and having good success) at a flush. The holes in a condenser and
evaporator can be real small, especially in a 134 system, but if it works! I
just want the home mechanic to know that there is a risk if you don't cover
your bases, and that can be costly.
Steve
"Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:ZAJle.2836$3D6.1578@newssvr12.news.prodigy.co m...
> Hey Steve,
> After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
> contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it,
> then
> it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use
> a
> powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in
> a
> dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place.
> This
> is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
> compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
> you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
> would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
> http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living,
> then
> I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
> mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation.
> A
> remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
> .........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
> goes out.
>
> Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I
> say
> in stone
>
> Take care,
> --Al
>
> "Steve" <hansensw@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> newsfHle.840397$w62.482240@bgtnsc05-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
>> If you are a good shop with all the proper equipment then its a easy job.
>> Your paying for a warranty primarily, the guarantee that if the new
>> compressor fails than the shop can afford to do the job again without any
>> extra cost to you.
>> A large compressor remanufacturing place said it takes 3 compressors to
>> clean out a system. can you afford to buy three compressors?
>> This same shop was once boxing new compressors as reman's (Due to some
>> supply or contract law) and the "reman" ones were coming back at a high
>> rate; the shops saving money by going the reman route weren't cleaning
>> out
>> the system well enough (if at all)
>> 1000 is a lot of money, bur can you afford to do it several times on your
>> own?
>>
>>
>> --
>> Stephen W. Hansen
>> ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
>> ASE Undercar Specialist
>>
>>
>>
>> "Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
>> news:Yllle.1285$4N2.508@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
>> > The dealer say that my A/C compressor is burned-up and they want to
> charge
>> > $1,000 bucks to fix it.
>> > 1. Is this easy to fix, because a compressor at the parts store is only
>> > $300?
>> > 2. Can I use the clutch from the old compressor? If so, the new
> compressor
>> > would be even less. Is the clutch easy to remove?
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>> > --Al
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>
>
in a back yard shop, I'd say you are doing a good job. you are attempting
(and having good success) at a flush. The holes in a condenser and
evaporator can be real small, especially in a 134 system, but if it works! I
just want the home mechanic to know that there is a risk if you don't cover
your bases, and that can be costly.
Steve
"Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:ZAJle.2836$3D6.1578@newssvr12.news.prodigy.co m...
> Hey Steve,
> After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
> contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it,
> then
> it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use
> a
> powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in
> a
> dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place.
> This
> is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
> compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
> you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
> would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
> http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living,
> then
> I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
> mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation.
> A
> remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
> .........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
> goes out.
>
> Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I
> say
> in stone
>
> Take care,
> --Al
>
> "Steve" <hansensw@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news
fHle.840397$w62.482240@bgtnsc05-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...>> If you are a good shop with all the proper equipment then its a easy job.
>> Your paying for a warranty primarily, the guarantee that if the new
>> compressor fails than the shop can afford to do the job again without any
>> extra cost to you.
>> A large compressor remanufacturing place said it takes 3 compressors to
>> clean out a system. can you afford to buy three compressors?
>> This same shop was once boxing new compressors as reman's (Due to some
>> supply or contract law) and the "reman" ones were coming back at a high
>> rate; the shops saving money by going the reman route weren't cleaning
>> out
>> the system well enough (if at all)
>> 1000 is a lot of money, bur can you afford to do it several times on your
>> own?
>>
>>
>> --
>> Stephen W. Hansen
>> ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
>> ASE Undercar Specialist
>>
>>
>>
>> "Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
>> news:Yllle.1285$4N2.508@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
>> > The dealer say that my A/C compressor is burned-up and they want to
> charge
>> > $1,000 bucks to fix it.
>> > 1. Is this easy to fix, because a compressor at the parts store is only
>> > $300?
>> > 2. Can I use the clutch from the old compressor? If so, the new
> compressor
>> > would be even less. Is the clutch easy to remove?
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>> > --Al
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>
>
05-28-2005 | 01:47 AM
#23
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: '92 Civic A/C compressor
Al,
in a back yard shop, I'd say you are doing a good job. you are attempting
(and having good success) at a flush. The holes in a condenser and
evaporator can be real small, especially in a 134 system, but if it works! I
just want the home mechanic to know that there is a risk if you don't cover
your bases, and that can be costly.
Steve
"Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:ZAJle.2836$3D6.1578@newssvr12.news.prodigy.co m...
> Hey Steve,
> After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
> contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it,
> then
> it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use
> a
> powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in
> a
> dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place.
> This
> is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
> compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
> you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
> would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
> http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living,
> then
> I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
> mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation.
> A
> remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
> .........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
> goes out.
>
> Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I
> say
> in stone
>
> Take care,
> --Al
>
> "Steve" <hansensw@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> newsfHle.840397$w62.482240@bgtnsc05-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...
>> If you are a good shop with all the proper equipment then its a easy job.
>> Your paying for a warranty primarily, the guarantee that if the new
>> compressor fails than the shop can afford to do the job again without any
>> extra cost to you.
>> A large compressor remanufacturing place said it takes 3 compressors to
>> clean out a system. can you afford to buy three compressors?
>> This same shop was once boxing new compressors as reman's (Due to some
>> supply or contract law) and the "reman" ones were coming back at a high
>> rate; the shops saving money by going the reman route weren't cleaning
>> out
>> the system well enough (if at all)
>> 1000 is a lot of money, bur can you afford to do it several times on your
>> own?
>>
>>
>> --
>> Stephen W. Hansen
>> ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
>> ASE Undercar Specialist
>>
>>
>>
>> "Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
>> news:Yllle.1285$4N2.508@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
>> > The dealer say that my A/C compressor is burned-up and they want to
> charge
>> > $1,000 bucks to fix it.
>> > 1. Is this easy to fix, because a compressor at the parts store is only
>> > $300?
>> > 2. Can I use the clutch from the old compressor? If so, the new
> compressor
>> > would be even less. Is the clutch easy to remove?
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>> > --Al
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>
>
in a back yard shop, I'd say you are doing a good job. you are attempting
(and having good success) at a flush. The holes in a condenser and
evaporator can be real small, especially in a 134 system, but if it works! I
just want the home mechanic to know that there is a risk if you don't cover
your bases, and that can be costly.
Steve
"Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:ZAJle.2836$3D6.1578@newssvr12.news.prodigy.co m...
> Hey Steve,
> After I remove the compressor, then I remove the dryer. If you look at the
> contaminants, it is a dry yellow like powder substance. If you wet it,
> then
> it sticks and it becomes difficult to remove completely. Therefore, I use
> a
> powerful air compressor and blow the contaminants out first while it is in
> a
> dry form. You can see tons of yellow chemicals fly all over the place.
> This
> is what I do to A/C systems and I never had a problem when I replaced the
> compressor and a dryer. Some people use nothing but the wet flush, but if
> you keep it dry in the beginning and use a good air compressor, I think it
> would be better unless you use something like this ...............>
> http://www.hecat-inc.com/aircondition.htm If I done this for a living,
> then
> I would use the correct procedure from start to finish. My car has 200,00
> mile on it and I don't want to spend $1,000 on a compressor installation.
> A
> remanufactured compressor for $300 only needs a quick blow job
> .........I'm just buying time hopefully for 2 more years before the tranny
> goes out.
>
> Hey.....I am no real tech guy. So I wouldn't want anyone to write what I
> say
> in stone
>
> Take care,
> --Al
>
> "Steve" <hansensw@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news
fHle.840397$w62.482240@bgtnsc05-news.ops.worldnet.att.net...>> If you are a good shop with all the proper equipment then its a easy job.
>> Your paying for a warranty primarily, the guarantee that if the new
>> compressor fails than the shop can afford to do the job again without any
>> extra cost to you.
>> A large compressor remanufacturing place said it takes 3 compressors to
>> clean out a system. can you afford to buy three compressors?
>> This same shop was once boxing new compressors as reman's (Due to some
>> supply or contract law) and the "reman" ones were coming back at a high
>> rate; the shops saving money by going the reman route weren't cleaning
>> out
>> the system well enough (if at all)
>> 1000 is a lot of money, bur can you afford to do it several times on your
>> own?
>>
>>
>> --
>> Stephen W. Hansen
>> ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician
>> ASE Undercar Specialist
>>
>>
>>
>> "Al Davis" <shonnel7@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
>> news:Yllle.1285$4N2.508@newssvr30.news.prodigy.com ...
>> > The dealer say that my A/C compressor is burned-up and they want to
> charge
>> > $1,000 bucks to fix it.
>> > 1. Is this easy to fix, because a compressor at the parts store is only
>> > $300?
>> > 2. Can I use the clutch from the old compressor? If so, the new
> compressor
>> > would be even less. Is the clutch easy to remove?
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>> > --Al
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>
>
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