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Old 01-26-2012, 08:35 AM
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I need the correct Delco model number for the a/c compressor in a 1982 CE. The one in my car today is a 1131198 (toast). As I look for a reman I want to make sure I get the correct one for the car.

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Old 01-26-2012, 12:05 PM
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DO NOT BUY A REMAN go to the dealer or i think orileys carryes NEW ones.
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1131198 is the same model number on my 82 CE. The only other element of interest on my AC label is one called Code # which is 112711. Although I'm not sure what it means.
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Have your original rebuilt.

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Who rebuilds them and how much should we expect to pay? Mine is on its last leg too
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I bought a N.O.S. R4 on e bay for about $125 last year for my 82 CE. There were a lot of cars that used that compressor. I drained the old oil and refilled with R134 compatible oil before the install. While it was apart I replaced the a/c pressure switch, drier, accumulator, lineset, and ALL O rings. Also VERY important, flush the rest of the system and add oil for any of the replaced components.
A/C works flawlessly now. My total out of pocket was about $300.00
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Thanks for all of the suggestions! Mike, do you know of a rebuilder?
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If your compressor threw 'craps', you will want to flush the refrigerant lines out completely to get any debris out of them. Then they will have to be purged of any [and all] fluid and vacuum ALL air out of them before refilling with refrigerant. You really should have a professional A/C mechanic do this work, if you want it to be right and last.
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Originally Posted by kevakasper
I bought a N.O.S. R4 on e bay for about $125 last year for my 82 CE. There were a lot of cars that used that compressor. I drained the old oil and refilled with R134 compatible oil before the install. While it was apart I replaced the a/c pressure switch, drier, accumulator, lineset, and ALL O rings. Also VERY important, flush the rest of the system and add oil for any of the replaced components.
A/C works flawlessly now. My total out of pocket was about $300.00
That sound easy. Where do u get the parts for it?
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