One thing I would check--I noticed this when I put in my new engine--is the crimped hose connections at the compressor. When I lifted the compressor up out of the way, I could hear a leak at these metal-to-hose joints! Needless to say, I haven't used the AC since.... These joints may be more susceptible to leakage because of the engine movement. Jay '85 Westy
John Rodgers <j_rodgers@CHARTER.NET>@gerry.vanagon.com> on 06/17/2002 09:14:54 AM Please respond to John Rodgers <j_rodgers@CHARTER.NET> Sent by: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM cc: Subject: AC System Leak
I have a leak somewhere in the AC system on my 88 GL. Loses the freon. Not a 100 per cent loss, but it loses most of it. How does one locate a leak like this, and what is the best approach to fix it. . I think I want to stick with the freon, but would consider a possible change if I can do it myself. Any sage advie from the List??? Thanks, John Rodgers 88 GL Driver in Birmingham, Alabama, home of High Heat and High Humidity |
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