Off topic, sorry, but need help with automotive A/C system repair

[marcalan]

I agree, replace the orifice tube and accumulator. I just did this on a "ebay special" I picked up for daily commuting. It was easy. Also, check the O-rings when you disconnect everything and replace those in question. Have Pep Boys or some other shop pull a vacuum on the system after you replace the compressor for 30 minutes to get everything dry (moisture), then recharge as the folks above have stated.

good luck

[767Jockey]

Originally Posted by marcalan

I agree, replace the orifice tube and accumulator. I just did this on a "ebay special" I picked up for daily commuting. It was easy. Also, check the O-rings when you disconnect everything and replace those in question. Have Pep Boys or some other shop pull a vacuum on the system after you replace the compressor for 30 minutes to get everything dry (moisture), then recharge as the folks above have stated.

good luck

Thanks, I'm hoping that once I figure out what piece serves what function and where they all are then it will be relatively easy to do the job. Right now I think my biggest problems are that I don't understand the system, and getting someone to do the vacuum and charge even though they didn't do the parts replacement. That may be an issue.. We'll see. Thanks for the encouragement, I can use it!