Is it possible? MY AC compressor took a crap again, and I'm having a heck of a time tracking down an AC compressor. Was wondering if the 2g's would bolt up. I know I'd need the bracket, but is there anything else besides that required?
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Is it possible? MY AC compressor took a crap again, and I'm having a heck of a time tracking down an AC compressor. Was wondering if the 2g's would bolt up. I know I'd need the bracket, but is there anything else besides that required?
You would have to convert from R12 to R134. Don't know what all is involved in that. As long as the pulleys are the same, there should be no problem mechanically.
I believe the pins for the hoses or on the other side but you can just pull them out. I have a shop here that rebuilds. Had one done yesterday, $158. You might see if you can find a place like that. I think I just learned that most of our compressors are so old they need rebuilding anyway. I've worked on a lot of our AC' systems and this rebuild is so much better. Our cars with a good AC system have no problems freezing you out when it's over 100 outside. I guess I had just gotten used to mine getting weaker and weaker.
I'm in for a response out of curiosity but like Aaron said, when I was checking g around it seemed that rebuilding it was a better idea. Sure, I have yet to do it and convert to 134 but damn its getting hot here and sounds more and mote enticing all the time.
Where is this shop at? I have a rebuilt one in currently (3rd one) and if that is an option, I would much rather do that.Quote:
Originally Posted by vr3.9
And I converted to R134 a long time ago, the first time my AC went out.
The shop is in Mesquite, Texas. I was in there yesterday and I believe Hym3n bought one off the forum and just had it shipped there for rebuild so if you give them a call they might work with you.
G.A.C Auto Compressor Supply
There is a difference in how the (I think) high pressure hose connects. There's a pin that prevents an R134 compressor from being connected to an R12 system and vis-a-versa.
Well I took mine out for the time being, and put the shorter belt on. I'm going to go ahead and try and get mine rebuilt at the place suggested. I need to get a hold of them first. But I assume they will be willing to help.
the pressure and suction lines are different between the 1st gen and 2nd gen ac compressor along with the ac bracket as you knew... as for converting from r12 to r134 no biggie just replace compressor (make sure it has the correct amount of oil in it) and hose, 30 minutes minimum of vacuum and refill. I usually add about 1/4 extra pound of freon to assist with the poor cooling of 134 compared to 12
Why do you have to replace compressor with switching to r12? I did't, you can buy a kit from advanceautoparts which is allow you to do direct replacement.
I had a instructor at UTI that had 3 30lb cans of R12 just so he could keep his Corvettes ALL original.
I already converted, on the 1g compressor. That is not the issue. Every parts store I have called can not get one. This place seems to rebuild them, so thats what I'm going to go with.Quote:
Originally Posted by vitalivr4
Hey Von, I just used the 1g with R134a. It has worked for me. I'm just going to put the compressor on after I have it rebuilt, and then buy a new receiver/dryer, and have a shop do the rest.Quote:
Originally Posted by xwire
Yea no one said you had to switch compressors to run 134, as I understood it you couldn't find a 1 g compressor and was asking what it took to run a 2g comp on a 1 g car. I to have converted many cars from r12 to r134 with no issues
Yeah I couldn't find any that had one. It seems they can rebuild mine. So that's good.Quote:
Originally Posted by xwire
Place said they'd be more the willing to rebuild it. $158 just like what was posted, plus shipping back. Totally worth it, since the cheapest I could find a rebuilt one from an auto parts store was 330 bucks, and new is 600. We'll see how it works out but I dont see it being a problem.
So they said that they can't rebuild it, because its already been rebuilt once, and it wont last. Now I have to see if they have another one, or maybe start thinking about converting to a 2g setup again.
Von you say I will need the lines, but is the only thing different the alginment pins? Could I modify a 2g compressor to work with 1g lines?
Sorry to hear the couldn't rebuild it. I had one they couldn't either, but since it wouldn't turn but one direction I had my doubts. I guess that's a good thing rather than just rebuilding it, charging you and know that it wouldn't be up to snuff. If they had rebuilt your ac compressor they would have pulled the pins out any way making it either a first or second gen. My only experience with 134a compressors was in my 92 GTO clip. The only difference was which side the pin was on. I assume that is true for all 134a compressors.
They are supposed to be getting a shipment in of them tonight or tomorrow, so they will still be able to help me out. I just wonder why they can't rebuild one after its been rebuild once. Doesn't make sense to me.Quote:
Originally Posted by vr3.9
When I talked to them about mine they told me that often they find rust or too much wear. Now I'm thinking that this could be the case with mine. It still works and doesn't leak but just doesn't create the pressure differential it used too. Especially under lower rpms. I guess it's like you could re-wring a piston but if the cylinder has to much wear it still won't make the right compression.Quote:
Originally Posted by aaronatstate
how much is it if you don't have one to send them.?
Well they are getting some in that they can rebuild. $173 bucks if you just buy a rebuilt one. Just an FYI to everyone.
I've got tons of compressors. Looks like I'll have to send a few down to get rebuilt.
I knew I should have just become a retailer for these guys serving the 3s community. I will be taking another one down today. Hmm sounds like a good summer job. lol
You can buy all of my cores :)
sorry busy end of the week, the line orientation is the problem the 2g lines are 180* offset from 1gQuote:
Originally Posted by aaronatstate
Are they rebuilding the 1g compressors? Wow, for that price I don't think I can afford to NOT get one.Quote:
Originally Posted by aaronatstate
This may have been answered previously but my only leak was on the compressor...damn thing would spin but spewed all of my freon out as well as the dye I tossed in to find the leak. Since my car was R12, do I have to change anything from orings to the evap to anything/everything else or can I swap the compressor, pull vacuum for a good while to purge the system and then be good to charge it? This 100+ heat is only getting hotter.
If you change the compressor and dryer I would change the o rings that connect those pieces. You need to put some 134a oil in the compressor and put the conversion fittings on so you can hook up the 134a gauge and hoses.Quote:
Originally Posted by MADMarc
I'm trying to do a group buy on rebuilt compressors with these guys. $150 no cores. just pay for shipping.
I just replaced the compressor on my daughters stealth. Today was 106. She said her only complaint is she gets too cold. Time to replace mine. I can't say I have that complaint. Compressors get weak with age.
Definitely keep us posted on that group buy status. So whatever pieces I swap I should also do the orings while im in there - makes total sense. Will I have to replace the drier as well? Fittings and oil are no problem at all. The trouble is that compressor.
if you change the compressor, change the drier. If you don't it will void warranty on new compressor. Also insures fresh clean system.Quote:
Originally Posted by MADMarc
Awesome. Thanks for the info. Have you been talking to the company via email or over the phone? How are things looking thus far? :)
I was in there yesterday trying to get one rebuilt. (it had already been rebuilt so they wouldn't). I put a thread on the other forum about the GB. I'm not verified here. (to lazy) so I'm not sure if I could put on here.
ahah got it. I emailed them for a price w/as well as w/o a core for the 1g compressor. Keep us posted! :)
If they need cores, I have a few :)
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Did they get their shipment in yet? I'd like to get a compressor sooner then later.Quote:
Originally Posted by vr3.9
I think they said they got yours. Might give them a call Monday to find out.Quote:
Originally Posted by aaronatstate
Might be interested in this
Sweet. I'll call them Monday.Quote:
Originally Posted by vr3.9
They haven't gotten their shipment in yet. :( Hans you should send them your cores so I can get one quick!
Hans you should send them an email and see if they go for the cores in conjunction with the group buy! :D
I just sent 3 R12 compressors and 3 R134a compressors down to them. There is no way I could do a group buy on them as their pricing changes very little if you supply your own core. I will be able to offer these for sale on a core exchange basis though.