Question: Is there no worthwhile A/C compressor replacement?

[killain]

I'm on my third replacement AC compressor, it the thin rotary style. They last about two years and then crap out. I'm getting to the point that my nuts and bolts are wearing out ? What do you do ? ;help

 

[68 4 spd]

A/C Compressor

Found out through time at the shop that the only thing to install for compressors is a new oem unit. Pricey, but one and done for a long time. Make sure that the work also includes a thorough system flush, new orifice tube, and preferably a new receiver drier. They make orifice tubes in different capacities and depending on where you are a good a/c shop should be able to set you up. The local parts house won't know about it. Got one in my 91' after I got it home. Went through my system new oem parts, flush and resealed entire system. Four years later and two trips to Florida it still works as new cold enough to run top down a/c on and comfy.

 

[catbert]

Found out through time at the shop that the only thing to install for compressors is a new oem unit. Pricey, but one and done for a long time. Make sure that the work also includes a thorough system flush, new orifice tube, and preferably a new receiver drier. They make orifice tubes in different capacities and depending on where you are a good a/c shop should be able to set you up. The local parts house won't know about it. Got one in my 91' after I got it home. Went through my system new oem parts, flush and resealed entire system. Four years later and two trips to Florida it still works as new cold enough to run top down a/c on and comfy.

I think you are spot on. I've found that "rebuilt" and "reconditioned" compressors aren't good for more than a couple seasons - tops. You can get an OEM unit, with clutch for under $500, and not worry about it for a long time. Having to yank out a failed rebuilt unit every couple years and replacing the drier, recharge etc. really isn't the cheapest or easiest way to go. I don't always specify OEM, but a/c components are exceptions.

 

[hotrodbob]

Do you switch to 134 or do you stay with R12 refrigerant when you make the change? Local dealer wants me to change to 134. They say the clutch is slipping and want to change compressor out and convert the system to 134

 

[catbert]

No matter how you feel about 134 vs. 15, it's probably just a matter of time until the latter is too expensive and too hard to find.

 

[gmjunkie]

I really don't have much trouble with Re-Man Compressors ........................

The difference is in doing it "Right", or "Right Now"!~!!!

Almost "No Body" does it right when replacing a Compressor,Yeah sure they put in a new orifice tube and drier,But Almost "No Body" flushes the system like it needs to done and they still have contaminants floating around in the system!!~!!!

I convert them all to R 134a,And you can hang beef in'em,
Be sure to not carry your Brass Monkey with you!~!!