> I need to replace the AC compressor on my '86. It is made by Sanden and is > a SD510. Problem is the local VW dealer quoted me $603 (!!) and another > $150 (!) for the new reciever dryer! This seems excessive - but none of the > local parts sources can get me this compressor from the aftermarket. > I would be willing to modify the system if needed to fit a cheaper > compressor - can anyone suggest (1) a source for a cheaper OE compressor, or > (2) a cheaper alternate compressor that will fit the existing bracket. > Thanks in advance! Mike, I had to buy one of these for my 85 about a year ago. I think I paid a little less than $200 (can't remember exactly because I had to have several other things done and it was all part of a $500 bill) Anyway, try my guy at: European Cooler Air Jerry West 214-771-3791 He specializes in VW and other european automobile A/C systems. He sells complete fabricated systems for beetles and buses too! Nice guy and he has been fair w/ me. Gregory V. Robinson ajax@why.net tcdfw@aol.com (TwinCell: 2 Cellular Phones / 1 Number) 85 BMW 535i 157K (BMW Digest) 85 VW Vanagon 135K (Vanagon List) BMW Resource Page: http://users.why.net/ajax/bmw.htm Great Drives Page: http://users.why.net/ajax/gdrives.htm
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