A/C repair

[SunlitComet]

you would need a the compressor, the receiver/drier and the orifice tube. The tube can get cloggy with its small opening if a leak seal was ever used. the receiver/drier should always be replaced with compressor because the system is left open to expose it to the outside environment. and the compressor...well it is the only moving part in the system that does all the work. Do not forget new seals/o-rings. Did you need actual part numbers?

 

[blizz]

you would need a the compressor, the receiver/drier and the orifice tube. The tube can get cloggy with its small opening if a leak seal was ever used. the receiver/drier should always be replaced with compressor because the system is left open to expose it to the outside environment. and the compressor...well it is the only moving part in the system that does all the work. Do not forget new seals/o-rings. Did you need actual part numbers?

yeah that would be awesome. what about hoses/lines? do those ever leak? would/should i replace them? i don't know where the leak is coming from but i do know the compressor works when charged, it just loses all the freon in a few days.

 

[SunlitComet]

it is possible the freon is permeating thru the hose. perhaps you might want to recharge the system again with a UV dye for leak detection but if it looses its charge only in a few day Only when being run chances are the shaft seal on compressor is worn.

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http://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-15-22124-Conditioning-Compressor-Assembly/dp/B001S8896A/

http://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-15-1739-Accumulator-Assembly/dp/B000JZ9T4O/

http://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-15-50121-Orifice-Assembly/dp/B001A52T80/ This is an auto adjusting orifice which should work better in hot climates. At least that is the idea.

http://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-15-30878-Compressor-Condenser-Hose/dp/B000C986GE/ if you want it. all other line are all metal.

You will probably need an orifice tool borrowable from auto zone and get access to the evaporator thru the blower being removed and clean out the evap really well and ensure its drain is free and clear. if you need procedure and oil quantity and type let me know.

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And all these parts are new no remaned. Oh and reused the padding around drier assembly. new available if needed.

 

[retorq]

I replaced one of the hoses that I got thru AutoZone, mine has a nasty bubble, not sure how it started but I replace it while I was doing the rest of the stuff.

 

[LVNeptune]

Probably heat from the engine compartment. Similar to a tire bubbling

 

[blizz]

that's awesome. thanks sunlit. $370 for all new ac delco parts is pretty good. i don't know if i should spend $76 on a new hose when there might not be anything wrong with mine.

 

[SunlitComet]

if it looks oily or cracked then chuck it.

 

[retorq]

that's awesome. thanks sunlit. $370 for all new ac delco parts is pretty good. i don't know if i should spend $76 on a new hose when there might not be anything wrong with mine.

It's only $76 and at this point since you don't know where your leak is at it's actually cheaper now then later.

 

[SunlitComet]

and you do get new valve core and caps too. they can leak too.

 

[blizz]

yeah that makes sense. would hate to compromise everything over $76

 

[arunmarvel6]

can i get even more information about your post?

 

[retorq]

Bot!

 

[Jarome Iginla]

ac repair

I have 2 units for my home. One is 2.5 tons the other is 4 tons. The capacitor in my 2.5 ton unit went out. A friend of the family who works for an Air Conditioning Repair company replaced the capacitor and recharged the unit. He charged me $200 and I gave him an extra 10 spot.
How much more would I have paid for a regular air conditioning company to service it? Did I get off cheap?

 

[chayydtayloor]

Hate to tell you but you're not being ripped off at all. Thats what a usual shop will charge to do a a/c compressor.

It is not difficult to change, thus only being $200, and the $120 evac and recharge is normal too. Mark up on the compressor and drier is right on the money.

There is a difference between DIY and having a shop do it, just think about it.

You are totally right there is a huge difference to do it yourself or done by the professional. Make sure you get any assistance from the professional if you have decided to DIY repair

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Air Conditioning Repair Phoenix