I am going back to an original Auxiliary Fan and the bolts are all breaking off inside of the A/C Condenser.

I am not really optimistic about being able to remove any of them.

Sucks, but does anyone have advice on wht tools I would need to discharge and recharge my A/C myself? I would like to replace the condenser if possible myself.

 

Looking at this pump.

 

Take it to a shop and have them evacuate the system for you, and then bring it back to have them charge it when your repair is done. You'll want a true AC machine to fill it to the right amount when you are done any ways.

DON'T BE A TOOL AND VENT TO ATMOSPHERE

 

For the money of the pump+ why not take it to an AC place and have them evacuate?

 

Replace your dryer as well. Very important

 

She is immobile, and I want to learn how anyway.

 

Why is that? Also, should I find a new seal for the A/C condenser pipe?

 

Because, once you open up the system...moisture will enter the system and the receiver drier removes moisture, dirt, foreign gases and liquids. So, the desiccant inside will most likely be totally filled with these by-products...so must be replaced for the system to work properly. The longer the system is open, the more contaminants will enter the system...so...while working on the system...plug off all lines as best as you can.

The expansion valve should be replaced also.

Yes, all o-rings should be replaced on any connection you tamper with.

Not sure what the laws are over there...but here in the states...by law you are not suppose to do A/C work unless you are state, ASE or MAC certified. Yes, you can add freon by the old parts store can-method...but not make repairs. As mentioned, the system should be evacuated properly by a licenced tech...not just dumped into the atmosphere.

A/C work is probably one area that "l just want to learn how to do it" doesn't apply...in my opinion. If you are able to replace parts legally over there, then after having the system evacuated...change the items l've mentioned...then take it back to qualified shop and have them vacuum it down, check system and charge. If there is a leak, at one of the connections you've messed with or somewhere else, they will have the test equipment to find it.

Just my two cents...

 

Thanks Deputy. I will have to research how not to put it into the atmosphere, because I won't do that, and also legality.

The truck is immobile right now so going to the shop easier said than done where I am at.

 

Thinking it over, I will likely put the radiator back on, fill with distilled water, put on the viscous fan, and drive to get it evacuated. Then go home get the work done then have it filled.

There shouldn't be an issue with distilled water in the cooling system for a day would there?