A/C Compressor
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So I believe my ac compressor is on its last leg. 2 weeks ago i had my belt fly off on the interstate, it ended up hitting my cooling fan, which then gave me no power steering and proceeded to run hot. i immediately pulled over to prevent excessive heat. so i replaced the following thinking it would fix the problem:
water pump, belt, fan, 3 new tensioner pulleys. refilled with new freon and it seemed to run great, up and down the block. this morning went out to top freon and noticed a loud screeching sound. this is the sound that i first heard before belt busted.
turns out the compressor is locking up. I'm guessing this was the original problem.
have any of you guys replaced a compressor and dryer hose, and is this something i should try to tackle. thanks for your help?
water pump, belt, fan, 3 new tensioner pulleys. refilled with new freon and it seemed to run great, up and down the block. this morning went out to top freon and noticed a loud screeching sound. this is the sound that i first heard before belt busted.
turns out the compressor is locking up. I'm guessing this was the original problem.
have any of you guys replaced a compressor and dryer hose, and is this something i should try to tackle. thanks for your help?
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How are you checking the amount of Freon in the system? A major cause of the compressor locking up is too much Freon in the system. Ask me how I know! I screwed up and added too much Freon a year and a half ago and the belt shredded after about three miles. The fact that the compressor locked up on you this morning after you "topped up" the Freon is a major indicator.
The best way to get the right amount is to evacuate the system and then add a measured amount (the weight specified on the sticker under the hood). Second best is with a good set of R134a hi/lo pressure gauges. Don't rely on the single, low-side gauge found on retail cans of R134a.
If you can't drive the truck to a shop you may be able to find a mobile mechanic to come to you. That's what I did. The guy came with all the right equipment and charged me ~$90, I recall. I know most of us are DIYers but for me charging the A/C is something I'm happy to pay for.
The best way to get the right amount is to evacuate the system and then add a measured amount (the weight specified on the sticker under the hood). Second best is with a good set of R134a hi/lo pressure gauges. Don't rely on the single, low-side gauge found on retail cans of R134a.
If you can't drive the truck to a shop you may be able to find a mobile mechanic to come to you. That's what I did. The guy came with all the right equipment and charged me ~$90, I recall. I know most of us are DIYers but for me charging the A/C is something I'm happy to pay for.
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