A/C condenser.
04-08-03, 09:21 AM
#1
A/C condenser.
I need a A/C condenser for 1992 SC400.
Does anyone know where to get this item cheap?
dealer price is $575
My mechanic can get it for $500
I have a very small leak. Can this be spot welded?
any suggestions would be helpfull.
Does anyone know where to get this item cheap?
dealer price is $575
My mechanic can get it for $500
I have a very small leak. Can this be spot welded?
any suggestions would be helpfull.
04-08-03, 10:47 AM
#2
I don't see why not? Take it to you local welding shop or an AC shop and explain to them what you need done. I had my AC hoses rebuilt by cutting and welding. The fee should be minimal.
Last edited by hyperopt; 04-08-03 at 10:50 AM.
04-08-03, 03:51 PM
#3
did you try www.car-parts.com ?
thats where I got mine for 150. and it works great. might be worth a try.
thats where I got mine for 150. and it works great. might be worth a try.
04-08-03, 04:00 PM
#4
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there are driers cheap on the bay right now if you dont have one yet. 39 bucks. you'll be replacing that also, just thought i'd let you know where you can strike a deal right now while they are running cheap.
Last edited by O. L. T.; 04-08-03 at 04:02 PM.
04-09-03, 09:56 AM
#5
Originally posted by SDSC300
did you try www.car-parts.com ?
thats where I got mine for 150. and it works great. might be worth a try.
did you try www.car-parts.com ?
thats where I got mine for 150. and it works great. might be worth a try.
onelasttry: dryer? what is that used for?/
you bulbs are awesome by the way.
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04-09-03, 03:25 PM
#8
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if you open the a/c system up and discharge it you have to replace the reciever/drier. i am unsure of the pep boys quality, but the one's i've seen on the bay are very good quality. (glad you like the bulbs).
04-09-03, 06:08 PM
#9
Originally posted by VSsc400
thanks man. just got one for $110shipped with 6 months warranty!
onelasttry: dryer? what is that used for?/
you bulbs are awesome by the way.
thanks man. just got one for $110shipped with 6 months warranty!
onelasttry: dryer? what is that used for?/
you bulbs are awesome by the way.
glad you found something.
04-09-03, 10:21 PM
#10
The filter/dryer or receiver/dryer is a canister full of silica gel crystals that will absorb small amounts of moisture in the system. It's basically the same stuff that comes in the packets marked "do not eat" (duh!) that come packed with new cameras, electronics, etc. Water is the enemy of a/c, if it is present in even tiny amounts it will cause icing of the expansion valve (or cap tube, depending on the type of system) and the ice will plug up the system and it won't work. If the system has been out of service for a while, ambient moisture will invade the system and the silica gel will saturate, that's why you need to replace the dryer. When you get the condenser replaced and are ready for a recharge, be sure to have the system purged with nitrogen before a vacuum is pulled and it is charged - the purging will drive out most of the moisture, and the new dryer will take care of what's left.
04-10-03, 05:03 AM
#11
Originally posted by strongsail
The filter/dryer or receiver/dryer is a canister full of silica gel crystals that will absorb small amounts of moisture in the system. It's basically the same stuff that comes in the packets marked "do not eat" (duh!) that come packed with new cameras, electronics, etc. Water is the enemy of a/c, if it is present in even tiny amounts it will cause icing of the expansion valve (or cap tube, depending on the type of system) and the ice will plug up the system and it won't work. If the system has been out of service for a while, ambient moisture will invade the system and the silica gel will saturate, that's why you need to replace the dryer. When you get the condenser replaced and are ready for a recharge, be sure to have the system purged with nitrogen before a vacuum is pulled and it is charged - the purging will drive out most of the moisture, and the new dryer will take care of what's left.
The filter/dryer or receiver/dryer is a canister full of silica gel crystals that will absorb small amounts of moisture in the system. It's basically the same stuff that comes in the packets marked "do not eat" (duh!) that come packed with new cameras, electronics, etc. Water is the enemy of a/c, if it is present in even tiny amounts it will cause icing of the expansion valve (or cap tube, depending on the type of system) and the ice will plug up the system and it won't work. If the system has been out of service for a while, ambient moisture will invade the system and the silica gel will saturate, that's why you need to replace the dryer. When you get the condenser replaced and are ready for a recharge, be sure to have the system purged with nitrogen before a vacuum is pulled and it is charged - the purging will drive out most of the moisture, and the new dryer will take care of what's left.
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