mstromquist

I have all the parts for my new A/C system on my car except for the condenser. It's a 1998 with the automatic trans and the compressor is leaking from the seams. It still works great when it's charged so there's no trash or debri in the lines or anywhere else. My question is, which one to buy? Should I just look around local or does anyone recommend anything on line? Brand? Ebay? Amazon? Price isn't really an issue but I don't want the most expensive either. Just looking for a good quality part. Or should I just use the old one and not worry about it? I've heard both, buy new and using the original one will be fine. I'm leaning towards buying a new one though. Not that it matters but the car has 92K on it.

Appreciate any advise either way. If you have any brand with a link, please post the link. Thanks...

chris308

I recommend changing the condenser, as the passage ways are so minuscule there is no way to fully flush it free of debris. I just picked one up from rockauto.

outsideline

I have one from my 02 Z that I removed with 36,000 on it.
$100 plus shipping. If interested I can post picture later.

skip1980

I just replaced my leaky compressor also and I replaced the condenser as well. Bought an AcDelco one from Rockauto.

mstromquist

Appreciate the offer, but I think I'll be getting a new one.

Dale002

New, don't waste your time with use unless your on a tight budget. They are a bear to get to. You don't want to put one that was working when removed but been sitting around and the seals have dried up or junk has gotten in it.