Air conditioning replacement

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CSL_Wanabee
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Post Wed Mar 28, 2007 8:49 pm

Is it difficult to replace the condenser and dryer unit from an e36 m3 (1997 evo) in terms of fitting; I will leaving the regassing and oiling to the pro's but to physically fit a new unit what is involved?
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Post Wed Mar 28, 2007 8:53 pm

dont think theres too much to it once the bumpers off as it lives in front of the radiator.you just might have a battle with the odd rusty fixing depending on condition of the car.i take it its devoid of gas hence changing it in the first place?
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Post Wed Mar 28, 2007 9:30 pm

It's actually leaking in several places, hence I need a new unit! Are there coolant lines there, that are dangerous?