A/C Compressor died
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Instructor
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From: Oahu Hawaii
A/C Compressor died
Well a while ago my A/C compressor died on me, and well I would like to replace it.... anyone recomend any compressors. I don't want to have to change everything.
Le Mans Master
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At the very least,you should change the dryer, orifice tube, and flush the system. I'm not sure if your system has the VIR expansion system or the orifice tube. I don't recall which year GM changed it. If the compressor locked, the system will be full of metal and will need flushing.
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Instructor
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From: Oahu Hawaii
Well looks like I am replacing everything..
$$$$$ Well then is there a replacement kit.. or something...haha.. Then I guess I'll take it to a shop for the rest... I might even wait now on doing this 
and resort to windows down t-tops off
$$$$$ Well then is there a replacement kit.. or something...haha.. Then I guess I'll take it to a shop for the rest... I might even wait now on doing this and resort to windows down t-tops off
Le Mans Master
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From: Boca Raton Florida
Noo, your not replacing everything. Just a new compressor, dryer and either expansion tube or VIR. What year is your car? Might be a good time to do the r134 upgrade. Conversion kits are not expensive. Most good auto stores have them. For a bit more $$ (almost everything) a sanden compressor, paralell condensor will bring you into the new milinium
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Don't forget to upgrade your hoses. Have your old ones recrimped locally to save a bunch.
Check here:
http://www.ackits.com/, go to vehicle applications.
for most parts, same or better parts than Corvette venders at much better prices.
Don't be afraid of using a rebuilt A6 compressor, compatable with r12 and 134a and every bit as good as a new Sanden/Seltec.
Almost 100% of replacement compressor warranty claims has been found to be dirty/contaminated compnents/systems, not rebuilt compressors.
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