A/C issue
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Melting Slicks
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From: Pittsburgh PA
A/C issue
I'm about to buy an 81 that "just needs a Freon charge."
What's the worst case cost-wise, and what are my options?
I'm assuming the compressor is dry and junk. Can I get an original replacement, if so, how much?
If it's not junk, what's it cost/take to convert it to 134?
Is there an aftermarket replacement that would be better? How much?
Thanks for your input!
What's the worst case cost-wise, and what are my options?
I'm assuming the compressor is dry and junk. Can I get an original replacement, if so, how much?
If it's not junk, what's it cost/take to convert it to 134?
Is there an aftermarket replacement that would be better? How much?
Thanks for your input!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2006
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I'm about to buy an 81 that "just needs a Freon charge."
What's the worst case cost-wise, and what are my options?
I'm assuming the compressor is dry and junk. Can I get an original replacement, if so, how much?
If it's not junk, what's it cost/take to convert it to 134?
Is there an aftermarket replacement that would be better? How much?
Thanks for your input!
What's the worst case cost-wise, and what are my options?
I'm assuming the compressor is dry and junk. Can I get an original replacement, if so, how much?
If it's not junk, what's it cost/take to convert it to 134?
Is there an aftermarket replacement that would be better? How much?
Thanks for your input!
Maybe a schrader valve or 2, orifice tube and the pressure switch.
Most everything else is pretty durable.
Flush and R-12, oil. I'll say $600 if you do the work.
Convert to 134A properly, more $$, with new hoses and condenser.
Creeping up to $1000.
I just went thru this BTW. R-12 cools better, and is cost effective, IMHO.
Racer
Joined: Jan 2005
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From: Lake in the Hills IL
Compressor and dryer, Rock Auto New Delco
Maybe a schrader valve or 2, orifice tube and the pressure switch.
Most everything else is pretty durable.
Flush and R-12, oil. I'll say $600 if you do the work.
Convert to 134A properly, more $$, with new hoses and condenser.
Creeping up to $1000.
I just went thru this BTW. R-12 cools better, and is cost effective, IMHO.
Maybe a schrader valve or 2, orifice tube and the pressure switch.
Most everything else is pretty durable.
Flush and R-12, oil. I'll say $600 if you do the work.
Convert to 134A properly, more $$, with new hoses and condenser.
Creeping up to $1000.
I just went thru this BTW. R-12 cools better, and is cost effective, IMHO.
Team Owner
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Once you have it, take the car to any automotive AC shop and let them check the system. It will save a lot of second guessing on what you may or may not need. The shop can also give you an estimate for R12 repairs and\or a swap to R134a.
