A/C Compressor.

Falcons Talon · 04-30-2003, 10:22 AM

Are AC compressors repairable? I'm not talking about the clutch...I'm talking about the valves in the actual compressor. I took mine into shop and it wasn't cooling as much. They said the valves weren't opening like they should and I would need to get a new or reconditioned compressor to cool well.

I know...the knee jerk response is to get rid of it, but I want to keep it comfortable as it's a daily driver and I live in the Rio Grande Valley and it's supposed to be in the humid 90's today, and it's only April...

Maybe someone has a good one that I can do you the favor of taking off your hands???

Thanks

FT

Maroon 5.0 LX · 04-30-2003, 10:43 AM

They can be repaired, but it's much simpler to get a rebuilt one. Or, watch eBay for new & used ones.

RPM427 · 04-30-2003, 12:14 PM

I'm selling one on eBay....

I just took it off my car, still works fine.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...412866001&rd=1

Falcons Talon · 04-30-2003, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by RPM427
I'm selling one on eBay....

I just took it off my car, still works fine.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...412866001&rd=1

SAAAYYYyyyy...ya' got any love for a fellow MW'er?

FT

Philossifer · 04-30-2003, 05:25 PM

Falcons Talon,
Whatever you do, don't buy a reman compressor by "Four Seasons"!!!!!

I know Napa sells them and maybe Murrays too.... They are junk and will not last.

I suggest checking out this site for any Auto A/C parts:
http://www.acsource.com
The sell reliable compressors and have good prices on other A/C parts and tools; you can also get technical support via email from them at:
techhelp@acsource.com

If you want to get information about "Do It Yourself" A/C work, check out this site:
http://www.aircondition.com

There's no need to pay a shop "BIG" bucks for A/C work. With a little info and some basic A/C tools, you can keep cool without breaking the bank.
Phil

Falcons Talon · 04-30-2003, 06:42 PM

Well, I took it into the A/C shop to get it checked for leaks...the guy said I have a leak in the evaporator core. They would charge $300 to replace/fix...I might do it myself and switch out the heater core while I have her ripped apart...So many projects, so little time...and MONEY!!!

04-30-2003, 10:22 AM	#1
Falcons Talon T.P.M. President Join Date: May 2002 Location: Brownsville Posts: 265	A/C Compressor. Are AC compressors repairable? I'm not talking about the clutch...I'm talking about the valves in the actual compressor. I took mine into shop and it wasn't cooling as much. They said the valves weren't opening like they should and I would need to get a new or reconditioned compressor to cool well. I know...the knee jerk response is to get rid of it, but I want to keep it comfortable as it's a daily driver and I live in the Rio Grande Valley and it's supposed to be in the humid 90's today, and it's only April... Maybe someone has a good one that I can do you the favor of taking off your hands??? Thanks FT

04-30-2003, 10:43 AM	#2
Maroon 5.0 LX Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 471	They can be repaired, but it's much simpler to get a rebuilt one. Or, watch eBay for new & used ones. __________________ '89 LX 5.0 - 5 speed. Original Owner '94 E-150 4.9 Hi-Top Conversion Van '06 Mustang V-6, 5 speed

04-30-2003, 12:14 PM	#3
RPM427 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Huntington NY Posts: 573	I'm selling one on eBay.... I just took it off my car, still works fine. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...412866001&rd=1 __________________ -1993 Mustang, 900rwhp 03-04 cobra based 4v swap, full Griggs setup, project underway -1994 Ranger w/ 427cid windsor (daily beater) check it out!

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04-30-2003, 05:25 PM	#5
Philossifer Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 69	Falcons Talon, Whatever you do, don't buy a reman compressor by "Four Seasons"!!!!! I know Napa sells them and maybe Murrays too.... They are junk and will not last. I suggest checking out this site for any Auto A/C parts: http://www.acsource.com The sell reliable compressors and have good prices on other A/C parts and tools; you can also get technical support via email from them at: techhelp@acsource.com If you want to get information about "Do It Yourself" A/C work, check out this site: http://www.aircondition.com There's no need to pay a shop "BIG" bucks for A/C work. With a little info and some basic A/C tools, you can keep cool without breaking the bank. Phil

04-30-2003, 06:42 PM	#6
Falcons Talon T.P.M. President Join Date: May 2002 Location: Brownsville Posts: 265	Well, I took it into the A/C shop to get it checked for leaks...the guy said I have a leak in the evaporator core. They would charge $300 to replace/fix...I might do it myself and switch out the heater core while I have her ripped apart...So many projects, so little time...and MONEY!!!