A/C Compressor
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From: las vegas nv
A/C Compressor
Last winter I replaced everything on my 82's air conditioning system. I used a Delco rebuilt compressor because I was told they were the best. This spring I was under the hood and notice the compressor is starting to leak oil already. All rebuilds I have looked at only carry a one year warranty. I need to replace it but I would like to get one that last more than one season. If I have to I will buy a new one if it will last longer. The system was switched over to R134 and I know it runs at higher pressure, but I thought all rebuilds were compatable.
Is there an after market compressor made that carries a better warranty and bolts on?
Is there an after market compressor made that carries a better warranty and bolts on?
Le Mans Master
Joined: Mar 2002
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From: Coming home from Luckenbach Texas
Go with the modern Sanden compressor. Vintage Air sells it new for $199 (I think), and a custom bracket to fit the small block Chevy, too, for $99. www.vintageair.com
BTW: Rebuilt compressors are the "luck of the draw." I have a no-name rebuilt R4 compressor, and it's been going strong 3 years now... (Keeping my fingers crossed!)
BTW: Rebuilt compressors are the "luck of the draw." I have a no-name rebuilt R4 compressor, and it's been going strong 3 years now... (Keeping my fingers crossed!)
Race Director
Joined: Sep 1999
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From: Plano TX
Before going through all that trouble, try a can of AC stop leak. I used to think they were snake oil until my beater car developed a decent AC leak. I had to add a can every 3 weeks. I popped in a can of stop leak and it has sealed perfectly for over a year now. 
Safety Car
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From: NorCal
Originally Posted by DonBecker
the air compressors leak a little oil. That's why some folks sell a little splash guard that keeps the oil from flying up and hitting the inside of the hood.
Hans
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From: las vegas nv
Thanks for the advise. Unfortunately my compressor is leaking more than a little. Will probably look into the saden compressor from vintage air. Most of the new compressors I have looked at are around $250 anyway.
