A/C compressor leaking
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A/C compressor leaking
I replaced all my hoses last year with new and o-rings. I was not having much trouble with my A/C R12 system and had a few cans left, so decided to wait on the R134A conversion. I have not driven the car at all for many months. I probably have not used the A/C since last summer/fall. I was under the car today and noticed a green/yellow liquid coming from the rope felt seal right behind the A/C pulley. This must be oil and dye. It has not yet dripped on the ground, but is saturating the 1/2" piece of the seal that is exposed and is getting onto the A/C bracket.
Does this mean my A/C compressor is shot or just weeping a bit from not being used? I have the car down and would rather not mess with it in the middle of the summer. What do you guys think? Go ahead and replace the compressor and swap over to R134A? I already have a brand new expansion valve and dryer, but the rebuilt compressors are $450-475.
Does this mean my A/C compressor is shot or just weeping a bit from not being used? I have the car down and would rather not mess with it in the middle of the summer. What do you guys think? Go ahead and replace the compressor and swap over to R134A? I already have a brand new expansion valve and dryer, but the rebuilt compressors are $450-475.
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From: Philly PA
that is where the compressor will leak so replacing with another will probably get you the same result.
If its otherwise holding refrigerant i would add some charge if its low and use the system
If its otherwise holding refrigerant i would add some charge if its low and use the system
475hp/460lb.ft
