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I've been told I need a new A/C pump as my current on e is leaking. Obviously i was quoted silly money. Can a compressor leak so badly that it needs replacing? I thought it would just be a case of new seals?

I would take it to a reputable AC specialist for them to check, I'd imagine that if bearings etc were shot (lose? sorry) then it would send the compressor U/S but maybe re-sealing a second hand one from a scrapper would be a cheaper option than new?

Not really my subject, living in England means I don't have any need for air-con, but as no-one else seems to be posting right now I thought I'd have a go!

Where is everyone by the way? Is the forum acting up or something? (I couldn't log on a couple of days ago, but other people had posted while I was locked out ...)

VehVac in edenbridge Kent can rebuild your A/C compressor dude, its what they do, I have used them many times in the past, no issues , always great service.

Ant wrote:VehVac in edenbridge Kent can rebuild your A/C compressor dude, its what they do, I have used them many times in the past, no issues , always great service.

Do they do mail order? I think datourer's car is in the 'Dam...

I've been using the same A/c specialist for 6 years and they always seemed straight with me, it seems odd that they immediately told me i need a new compressor just because their fancy light showed some fluid loss. So rebuilding is definitely an option?

depends on where the loss occurred dude

its fairly normal for an unsed and "dry" AC comp to leak @ the shaft seals, provided the system is Evacuated properly, and will hold a vacuum for 1 hour, the seals should sort themselves once the system is recomissioned and back in regular( once a week minimal, even in winter for 10 mins or so ) useage.

Difficult to say whether they are taking the pi$$ TBH.

how much charge has been lost ? ( if its reclaimed then there's usally a little more than the charge weight due to oil pullup )

What Freon is in use, good old R12( mustard gas) or R134a( low duty shite for the greenies lol )

The compressor has leaked slightly on my 525, but it works fine so it stays untouched

I may have an M20 one.. (I think I def do) I'm thinking of heading to Amsterdam in a fortnight, but not sure if the car will be ready by then (LPG)

oze30 wrote:I may have an M20 one.. (I think I def do) I'm thinking of heading to Amsterdam in a fortnight, but not sure if the car will be ready by then (LPG)

Interesting, keep me informed!

Ant, I'm afraid I haven't got a clue what you're talking about! I do know it was converted to r134a a couple of years ago.

Can you get the part number?? I have 23 compressors here! I'll let you know if. when I travel!

Is a week to drive from Amsterdam to Calais long enough?

A week from Amsterdam to Calais? It can be done in about 4 hours! I'll dig out the # of my compressor, Thanks.