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Aug 17, 2008 | 04:15 PM

PLRX

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Project CE~~Condenser

Today I removed the radiator cover lid, yes it pain in the butt. The rad is busted and I have a Dewitt rad ordered but I found big foot's nest in there and the AC condenser is clogged with hair, dandruff, trash etc. I took everything out but there is much more in between. I did a search and Corvette Central has the condenser for $199.

I got advice on Dewitt and vette2vette.com. What advice can i get on condensers?

Thanks

Aug 17, 2008 | 06:15 PM

aminnich

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If it isn't leaking leave it alone, if it is go with new, not used.

Aug 17, 2008 | 08:14 PM

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If it isn't leaking leave it alone, if it is go with new, not used.

With the radiator out of the way, you should have no problem cleaning the condenser. Spray some degreaser on both sides, let it soak for an hour or so and hose it off from behind so you don't get the front of the engine wet.

Aug 17, 2008 | 08:31 PM

rihwoods

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Pete..Clean it up and have it tested...I assume it is for R134...if not,then get a new one..(I'm still on R12 in my 78)...

Aug 17, 2008 | 08:34 PM

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Thanks, I'll try that. I wish I had an UV light to ensure the sucker is not broken. Thanks

Aug 17, 2008 | 10:20 PM

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Thanks, I'll try that. I wish I had an UV light to ensure the sucker is not broken. Thanks

What makes you think it might be broken (leaking)? Does the AC not blow cold?

Aug 17, 2008 | 10:39 PM

PLRX

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What makes you think it might be broken (leaking)? Does the AC not blow cold?

You got it. This is what happens. The A/C control works but it's not at 100%. I press and it starts then lights start to blink and it goes off. The compressor clutch engages on and off. The blower only blows air (not cold) from the bottom. A CF member has experience with that so, once I get to work on the dash I'll contact him again.

I brought this up early because I wanted to know yout toughts and experience on this matter. That is why I took the pictures of the condenser.

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Aug 18, 2008 | 09:03 AM

aminnich

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OK, now that you said the AC is not working it mmakes me thinkk that the stains on the one side of the condenser are from a refrfigerant leak. If it feels oily then you have a leak. At the least you might want to have it tested.