Basically if you can't turn the compressor by hand it is stuffed. If the compressor idler bearing is seized you should still be able to turn the compressor but a seized compressor is a great bargaining tool and not that expensive to fix with a S/H one. A lot of people looking to buy a car will be turned off straightaway if the A/C is not working and this leaves the DIYers with cheap cars.
andrew strasfogel wrote: > Oh the evil that men do when trying to sell a used Mercedes... > > On 8/31/07, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >>> I once purchased a 1976 300D that was missing its AC pulley belt. >>> After >>> purchasing the car, I had the belt installed but it immediately broke >>> because the rotary AC compressor was seized! >>> >> If the belt is missing, that's the first thing I assume! >> >> -- Jim >> >> > _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
