Hello My AC Compressor on my 90 Carat finally wnet this weekend with oil leaking out of the seal at a rapid rate. The system had been retrofit to 134a about two years ago. I imagine the increased pressure of the 134a system may have hastened the demise of the compressor. Questions: Should I replace the compressor with the orginal equipment SD709 unit? Does anyone have an alternative that is designed for 134a pressures? How much would a AC shop charge to replace a Vanagon compressor and dryer/reciever? (assuming that the rest of the system is sound) Yes,I know it is coming to fall, but here in Southern California, AC is a year round need. Thanks in Advance ===== Darrell Johnson Mission Viejo, CA 1990 Vanagon Carat 1984 Saab 900 - 240K miles 1997 Subaru Legacy AWD __________________________________________________ Terrorist Attacks on U.S. - How can you help? Donate cash, emergency relief information http://dailynews.yahoo.com/fc/US/Emergency_Information/ |
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