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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 04:21 PM
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My A6 A/C compressor is slinging oil on the hood. I know this is a common problem but does anyone know where I should go to get it rebuilt? I hear a ceramic seal may be the best fix.
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BE MUCH more concerned about the long term erosion through the fiberglass to eat at the top layer and ruin your paint, that compressor oil will do that.....I remember that one from years ago....what you need to is take the hood off flip it over and soak the oil spots with brake cleaner, then turn right side up, and let it dry in the sun....do this about 2-3 times until you see no trace of oil underneath.....

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I'm thinking of replacing my A6 with one of these:

http://www.s6compressor.com/index.html
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I'd use one these
 A6 replacements A6 replacements
and paint it black
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Originally Posted by Greg A Crawford
My A6 A/C compressor is slinging oil on the hood. I know this is a common problem but does anyone know where I should go to get it rebuilt? I hear a ceramic seal may be the best fix.
I replaced my A6 on my 73 with one of these and used R12 refrigerant. It cools much better than the original temperature at outlet duct is 44F.

http://www.oldairproducts.com/catalo...or-p-8390.html
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