I agree with others here. Unless you have CONCRETE, ABSOLUTE, proof that the
compressor is the source of your problem, checking the ENTIRE system for
leaks is the way to proceed.
Also agree with Matthew that should a compressor purchase be necessary stay
away from auction sites & craigslist for this part unless you like gambling
that the used/rebuilt part will actually work.
The A/C system in my 1985 Golf Daily Driver leaks some. (original compressor
BTW). When it gets to the point where it does not cool as well I just add
some freon once a year or so. Just not enough time to trouble shoot and find
the source of the leak.
-----Original Message-----
From: Matthew Yip
Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 10:54 PM
To: Volkswagen a2 16v discussion list
Subject: Re: [a2-16v-list] Rebuilt ac compressor
I wouldn't buy a rebuilt compressor from Fleabay - too many risks that
you'll end up with a lump of aluminum. That said, buying from Rockauto or
similar would be a safer bet if you want to buy on-line.
As for your leak - most likely it's a dry o-ring. You could probably just
pull the lines and replace all the o-rings. Then evacuate the system and
refill it with a sealer and an oil charge.
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From: Jack Simon <[email protected]>
To: Volkswagen a2 16v discussion list <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 7:17 PM
Subject: Re: [a2-16v-list] Rebuilt ac compressor
Don't just look at the compressor, have it professionally leak checked with
a dye injected into the system, there are a ton of places it could be
leaking, all of which are expensive to repair. Mine still leaks but being
in south central PA, it isn't that critical to me, being near St. Pete
makes a helluva difference!!
On 23 May 2012, at 18:34, Chad wrote:
I may have a leaking compressor on my 90 16v. What experiece do you
guys have with rebuilt compressors? Price range is rather wide from
what I saw on eBay. I'm also considering having the hoses rebuilt
depending on cost. An ac charge lasts only 4 months at this point and
the compressor is attracting lots of oil/dirt. I'll do some leak
detection too to be sure.
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