In a message dated 98-07-01 01:37:57 EDT, mholser@ADOBE.COM writes: > The compressor in my Vanagon has the hose connections both held on by > a single allen-head bolt, using a toggle-bar to hold the slip-fittings > in place. One hose goes to the center of the unit, one hose fits at > the very edge of the compressor. This style of connection is called a "pad mount". I suppose caus it just has two "pads" where the connectors rest and no threaded connectors. > The replacement pump has threaded > fittings, both equally off-center. The pump body appears quite similar > and looks as if it would fit in place. The eletrical connection is > different, but that appears minor. Since different auto makers prefer different connectors (for whatever reason) AC compressor makers use a common compressor body and a variety of "heads" where the connectors attach. The same body might be used with several different heads. > Kyle has offered to take the pump back, but this does not solve my > need for a pump. I rather suspect the Ron is selling the same pump as > Kyle (albeit cheaper). Does anybody know if this pump can be made to > fit easily? On the surface, it looks like the only way to fit it is to > have all new hoses custom-made. I have been unable to remove one of > these hoses from the bus in the past (the one from the compressor that > runs all the way to the front). and don't relish this. (snip) > well. Any advice? Kyle and Ron should tell their suppliers that they need the "pad" style connections when they order the compressors. Regards, Jim Davis |
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