JFranklin wrote: > > The staggering dealer price of new A/C hoses for my 86 Syncro has sent > me to the list once more for some help. (they quoted 'about' $1600 for > the hoses and a new dryer). Installed they want $3000+ !! > Is there a good source for these hoses? How difficult is it to DIY? > > John Franklin I did it about 10yrs ago on an 82 Vanagon. Went to the FLAPS and he cut me some AC hoses to my measurements. I used "push-in" fittings for AC which has small barbs to hold the hose on under pressure. I also used hose clamps. I bought a universal dryer for about $29 back then. It worked very well - no fittings leaked. I don't remember the total cost but not much back then. Also - look in the yellow pages under Auto - Parts, I just saw one FLAPS which will custom make the hoses for you with the "pressed-on" fittings - much better! Gary 88GL |
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