AC Question
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Pro
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From: Florida
AC Question
Hi Everyone,
Looking to get my AC up and running I live in Florida so I would like it to work better than they originally did.
My question is should I replace the original compressor with a new one or just have the original one rebuilt?
Would a newer version compressor make much of a difference in the original system as far as cooling?
Pat
Looking to get my AC up and running I live in Florida so I would like it to work better than they originally did.
My question is should I replace the original compressor with a new one or just have the original one rebuilt?
Would a newer version compressor make much of a difference in the original system as far as cooling?
Pat
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OP, your handle seems to say you own a 67 vette, and so it would be a C2 era car.....this C3 group is from 68-82.....I don't imagine a whole lot of a/c differences, but dunno for sure....so I hesitate to give advice....
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Handle is from a long time ago I own a 72 coupe now so any advice would be appreciated
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I don’t believe ‘new’ A-6 compressors are available anymore, only rebuilt units.
If yours is a good core, I would opt to have that one rebuilt vs gambling on some random rebuilt unit.
Just my .02
If yours is a good core, I would opt to have that one rebuilt vs gambling on some random rebuilt unit.
Just my .02
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Do you know what is wrong with the system? If not, or not sure, my advice would be to find a reputable auto AC service person (not a dealership 
) and tell him/her you want the system checked-out and an idea of what it would take to get it up and running. Have them give you a price ONLY for that work. Once you know what is wrong, you can get a quote for the repair work or decide that you could fix it yourself.
If you don't have the tools and/or skills for that work, just let them do it.
If the word comes back that it will be a major repair, you might consider switching the system over to a Sanden compressor and 134a refrigerant. The system is lighter, much more efficient. But if the compressor, etc is still in good condition, stay with the original system and just put R-12 in it.
) and tell him/her you want the system checked-out and an idea of what it would take to get it up and running. Have them give you a price ONLY for that work. Once you know what is wrong, you can get a quote for the repair work or decide that you could fix it yourself.If you don't have the tools and/or skills for that work, just let them do it.
If the word comes back that it will be a major repair, you might consider switching the system over to a Sanden compressor and 134a refrigerant. The system is lighter, much more efficient. But if the compressor, etc is still in good condition, stay with the original system and just put R-12 in it.
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