Wanted AC Compressor

Philip Chidlow · Post by **Philip Chidlow** » Sun Jul 03, 2011 10:23 pm

for the BX TXD. The eBay listing has ended (didn't have funds sufficient to allow me to buy that one - without causing 'upset') and although I contacted the seller I haven't heard back. Does anyone have a reconditioned/working spare one? Or know where I could get one from for a reasonable price?

Post by **Tim Leech** » Sun Jul 03, 2011 10:28 pm

May be worth seeing if you can get yours refurbed Phil?

Philip Chidlow · Post by **Philip Chidlow** » Mon Jul 04, 2011 9:56 am

Well I got a reply. They still have three in stock. So when I finally get paid I'll order one.

Way2go · Post by **Way2go** » Mon Jul 04, 2011 6:01 pm

This presents you with an opportunity to do the full R134a conversion doesn't it as you're opening the system anyway?

You can fill the compressor from the start with the PAG oil it needs for (R134a) lubrication.

IIRC the other recommended things to do are:

(1) Replace the 'o' rings with green neoprene type for longevity.

(2) Replace the receiver/dryer which should be done anyway if the system is opened irrespective of gas used.

(3) Fit pipe-end conversion fittings for R134a

Once converted the benefits should be cheaper re-gassing more widely available from competitive firms.
DIY regassing is even available as halfords sell the R134a re-gas kits. In your case consider that for the time after though as a vac down would be wise after reassembly.

Any other quirks I'm sure someone will be along soon to mention.

Philip Chidlow · Post by **Philip Chidlow** » Mon Jul 04, 2011 6:10 pm

Absolutely, sir. My air conditioning chap will convert it to R134a when he fits the new compressor.

Hopefully next week.

Good note about the dryer... Didn't Tim get a new one of the 'Bay recently?

Post by **Tim Leech** » Mon Jul 04, 2011 6:42 pm

Philip Chidlow wrote:Absolutely, sir. My air conditioning chap will convert it to R134a when he fits the new compressor. Hopefully next week.

Good note about the dryer... Didn't Tim get a new one of the 'Bay recently?

I did Phil for a whole £5!

Jaba · Post by **Jaba** » Mon Jul 04, 2011 11:24 pm

Thats got to be a real bargain Phil. £60 for a reconned compressor.

I put ester oil in mine when I did the 134a conversion a while back as it works with both the residual R12 mineral oil left in the system as well as the PAG oil usually used.

Philip Chidlow · Post by **Philip Chidlow** » Tue Jul 05, 2011 10:28 am

Roverman wrote: I did Phil for a whole £5!

Where from? I Have you got a link or supplier name?

Post by **Tim Leech** » Tue Jul 05, 2011 10:40 am

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ... 0514171423

Philip Chidlow · Post by **Philip Chidlow** » Tue Jul 05, 2011 10:43 am

Thanks. I just wanted to make sure. Why is postage so much?

Ah well, can't really complain...

They're away until next week, so I'll have to wait.

Post by **mat_fenwick** » Tue Jul 05, 2011 11:10 am

Philip Chidlow wrote:Why is postage so much?

Because the eBay fees are calculated from the item sale price? Still, as you said, you can't complain at £12 all in!