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• General questions about fridges in the westy
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Mon, 18 Jul 2005 14:36:21 -0700
  ...My question is it has a regular compressor like a home fridge about the size of a small oval cantaloupe. When I picked up...
• a.c. unit for sale
  Historical mailing list - Seth Bruggeman
  Thu, 24 Aug 2000 12:49:27 -0700
  ...Never used the system while it was installed and when I removed it found that the hose leading to the compressor was detached and...
• Re: AC questions - 1984 Vanagon - Correction
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Tue, 7 Jul 2020 23:14:51 +0000
  ...The compressor clutch is engaging, and the compressor is turning, but the system doesn’t seem to be holding 134a. With system off… AC...
• Re: Syncro spring removal without using spring compressor
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 19 Mar 2014 19:19:07 -0700
  ...I had to use a compressor when installing longer springs and spacers. But it is good to know you can do the stock set...
• Re: AC-what is normal operation?
  Historical mailing list - CHRIS STANN
  Wed, 9 Aug 2000 21:30:40 -0500
  ...New compressor, exp. valve, > > > drier, refrigerant. I run A/C flat out all the time. Fan max, > compressor > > > max. Outlet air temp 45-50F...
• Re: A/C repair $ticker $hock - not "urgent," but "pressing"
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Fri, 20 Aug 1999 08:21:33 -0500
  ...I have changed the shaft seal on the 5xx series sanden compressor with no special tools. I have tried to change the seal on...
• AC converted to 134 - now what?
  Historical mailing list - Jay Roth
  Thu, 14 Jul 2005 20:09:14 -0500
  ...Although the compressor is noisy, the diagnosis was that the high pressure hose was leaking, not the compressor as I anticipated. Here's the...
• Re: AC converted to 134
  Historical mailing list - honemastert
  Tue, 19 Jul 2005 16:44:14 -0700
  ...Low and medium speed dont result in an A/C compressor shutdown.. only when the fan hits 'high' speed does it get muggy. Just...
• Re: A/C outlet temperature
  Historical mailing list - Karl Batzler
  Mon, 17 May 1999 07:30:39 -0700
  I change the compressor in my 84 last year and switched the system to R-134a. On an 85 degree day, I'm getting...
• Re: Jacking Up a 2WD GL w/Syncro stuff?
  Historical mailing list - Joel
  Sun, 7 Dec 2008 17:39:33 -0800
  I did the work myself - you don't need a compressor to replace 2wd shocks On Dec 7, 2008, at 5:28 PM, mtbiker62...
• Re: A/C-No go?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Snyder
  Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:56:16 EDT
  ...If the compressor won't start how am I going to put the freon in. Doesn't it have to be running (compressor) to...
• Air Conditioning
  Historical mailing list - Harry Patrick
  Sat, 15 Jul 2000 05:20:06 -0400
  Wanted : Bracket to mount Sanden compressor to diesel engine. From Golf, Jetta, or Audi 4 cyl diesel.
• Help - 86 GL Air Conditioning
  Historical mailing list - William Ward
  Fri, 3 Apr 1998 11:59:41 -0600
  ...First, it's completely empty - no freon (R12) and it has an aftermarket compressor which could be a Sanden, York or Tecumseh unit. Next...
• fixing a/c -- what to plan on?
  Historical mailing list - John Runberg
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 19:04:24 -0700
  ...I assume the compressor will need replacing, along with the same pieces the '90 gets? Fans, etc... appear to work fine. BIG question: since...
• Re: Syncro Spring Compressor
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 10 May 1995 17:44:38 -0300
  >Tim, the spring compressor for the front of a Syncro Vanagon costs about >$700. Can you give instructions for how to undo that assembly...
• Idea for A/C and camping
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 18 Jun 1998 11:30:58 EDT
  ...Here is how it would work, mount a 5 hp electric motor to the left of the A/C compressor in the engine compartment...
• Re: AC Compressor
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:09:02 -0400
  >> I was told at local VW dealer that AC Compressor for >> my 1987 Westy isn't available anymore. Is this really true? > hello Air...
• Re: Coolant leak diagnosis tip - what an old timey FLAPS is like
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Thu, 13 Dec 2007 22:37:52 -0500
  This is a tire inflating compressor which claims to go up to 250psi. I have used it on my bike tires up to 60...
• Re: AC Service Prior to Pressure
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Thu, 12 May 2005 11:09:16 -0700
  Re-install the compressor, take it and have a vacuum pulled on the system to remove the moisture and to see how long it...
• Re: Radiator Aux Cooling Fan 84 vs. 90 - compressor on for Aux Fan to kick-on with 90 model??
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Wed, 2 Sep 2015 18:39:04 -0400
  ...90 - compressor on for Aux Fan > to kick-on with 90 model?? > > In your case the compressor is out on a safety. As the...
• Re: AC questions - 1984 Vanagon - Correction
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Tue, 7 Jul 2020 21:41:29 -0400
  ...The compressor itself might not be shot. So, make sure with system running, that the clutch of the compressor is spinning with the pulley...
• Re: R12 to R134a Air Conditioning Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Robert Campbell
  Wed, 16 Jun 2004 08:12:44 -0700
  ...But, start the engine, engage compressor and viola! leak found! The compressor was at fault. So, new compressor and all is well. All that...
• Re: Adding freon
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Sun, 4 Apr 2010 10:34:19 -0500
  R134a will leak past the front seal of many older A/C compressors that were designed for R12. The compressor front seal depends on...
• I've got Air Conditioning!!!!
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:44:46 -0500
  ...Since there was no compressor in there for years, and the system was open, I decided to go with new(rebuilt compressor) new expansion...
• Re: AC compressor question...
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 17:23:06 EST
  ...My compressor mounts (on the >compressor >body) are cracked. As the belt spins, the unit bounces around more >than I >comfortable with. At least...
• Water Pump Project - Again
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 11 Oct 2015 16:38:49 -0500
  ...One of those two wires goes to the AC Compressor. The other goes who knows where. Can''t find an empty female connector. But...
• Re: A/C compressor cutoff switch
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 13 Sep 1996 09:54:36 +0200
  ...A/C compressor cutoff switch Date: Friday, 13 Sep, 1996 5:54 >Hmmm.... all this and I still don't know which van I...
• A/C refrigerant oil quantities
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sun, 21 May 2000 12:23:38 EDT
  ...Does this mean you pour 5.07 ounces in the compressor crankcase and 2.92 into the high-pressure hose? Or do you use...
• Air Compressor Opinions - cheap one from Kragen
  Historical mailing list - Craig
  Sun, 16 Mar 2003 14:59:02 -0800
  ...I opened this Sunday's paper and there is a Powermate VP0000201 air compressor for $99. An assortment of pneumatic tools is available for...
• Need ac belt sizes for 82' Westy
  Historical mailing list - Robert Work
  Wed, 24 Nov 2004 10:32:00 EST
  Anyone know the belt sizes for the two belt ac with York compressor?
• Re: Miscellaneous Aircooler Questions
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
  Sat, 18 Aug 2001 16:08:42 -0400
  ...However, the compressor is AWOL, as are the mounting brackets. I noticed the motor has a small pulley behind the fan, and the cooling...
• Re: A/C
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
  Sat, 13 Jun 2020 11:55:53 -0400
  ...Didn't see any oil leaks around the hoses in the cabinet or around the compressor. On Sat, Jun 13, 2020 at 11:21...
• Re: AC System Repair/ Upgrade
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:56:05 -0700
  ...Better to do it right to begin with. > If you have, or have access to an air compressor, you can get the rest of...
• Re: Air conditioning stumper
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 21 Jul 2012 07:56:24 -0400
  ...When the compressor is NOT on I can read pressure in the > system but when I turn on the compressor the pressure goes to...
• R12-R134a Retrofits
  Historical mailing list - Subject: R12-R134a Retrofits
  Thu, 17 Mar 1994 18:54:30 GMT
  More data reported on R134a retrofits in this month's issue of "Automotive Engineering." One article by Sanden Corp (compressor supplier) and another one...
• 84 Vanagon A/C
  Historical mailing list - KBatzler
  Sat, 10 Oct 1998 16:42:12 -0700
  ...but when the raditor fan goes into high speed, it cuts out the compressor until the low speed resumes again. This can be very...
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  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Fri, 10 Sep 2021 16:47:14 -0700
  ...ocean to shed heat? I’ve dreamed of a compressor system where the compressor is remote from the actual fridge. But I’ll never...
• Re: Friday NVC: basic Jetta AC question(s)
  Historical mailing list - pdooley
  Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:09:39 -0400
  ...Which is the low pressure side , the one near the compressor? Also, IIRC you have to jumper the compressor switch to override the low...
• '87 AC/Fan Again
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 12 Sep 2001 13:32:07 -0400
  ...Would the AC function by-pass this and allow the fan to run on lo speed with the compressor? Jay
• Re: A/C repair $ticker $hock - not "urgent," but "pressing"
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Fri, 20 Aug 1999 02:03:02 -0500
  Well, one way to see if anything is happening is to touch the two pipes coming from the compressor - one should be hot!!!! the...
• Vanagon A/C Parts Available
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 26 Jun 2001 09:46:52 EDT
  ...84-86.5 Vanagons Compressor- $220 (New) Reciever/Dryer- $30 Expansion Valve- $25 Condensor- $299 86.5-91 Vanagon Compressor- $329 (new no core...
• Re: Increasing horsepower
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 09:20:56 -0500
  Turbo Charger, Electro Charger, Turbine Compressor......! The principle is the same. A turbine (turbo) takes in air, and using centrifugal force compresses the air...
• Coolant leak below A/C compressor
  Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
  Thu, 28 Apr 2005 17:06:14 -0400
  ...I guess tomorrow I'll move the A/C compressor out of the way and check into it more thoroughly, since it is directly...
• Re: AC compressor - Noisy?
  Historical mailing list - Scott DeSanti
  Tue, 11 Aug 1998 00:22:31 EDT
  ...My A/C on my '88 westfalia works but I notice that the compressor is REALLY loud. When engaged, it makes more noise than...
• Re: Where do you charge the A/C?
  Historical mailing list - Jutta & Christian Knust
  Mon, 10 Dec 2001 06:02:00 +0100
  ...not more than about 1 meter or so) to the compressor, which itself is in the engine compartment. Just follow the two pressure hoses...
• Re: Miscellaneous Aircooler Questions
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 17 Aug 2001 21:05:15 -0500
  ...I > noticed the motor has a small pulley behind the fan, and the cooling > tin is distorted to accomidate a compressor. Supposedly, Bus Depot...
• Re: R134a in 88 Weekender.
  Historical mailing list - John Connolly
  Wed, 2 Jul 2003 21:07:48 -0600
  ...If you put in R-134a without a complete oil change (the compressor contains 5-7oz of oil) and system flush, you made a...
• Re: 84 Vanagon A/C
  Historical mailing list - KBatzler
  Sat, 10 Oct 1998 20:54:08 -0700
  ...there is a HIGH pressure switch on your compressor somewhere ...it's likely failing, or the pressure really is getting too high (which means...
• Screw extractors any good?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Sun, 13 Jul 1997 13:20:34 -0500 (CDT)
  ...This ground wire is directly under the air conditioner compressor. My first step was to loosen up the 8mm hex head allen bolts that...
• Re: A/C Basic Path of Flow?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Knight
  Mon, 23 May 2005 10:42:31 -0500
  >Your compressor takes 8 ounces of oil + about 1 ounce in the suc port. Put >2 ounces of oil in the hose that goes...
• AC Belt size?
  Historical mailing list - J. Stutsman
  Tue, 19 Dec 1995 12:44:53 -0800 (PST)
  ...The AC compressor has a tag on it that says it was made by a company named "York." The Bently does not mention a...
• Re: NVC - RE: AC compressor Gurus needed!!!
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Tue, 25 Feb 2003 13:11:58 -0600
  ...AC compressor Gurus needed!!! > > > This is why I am going to have a pressure tank in the treasure chest > of the > truck! > > David Marshall...
• Re: Piston ring compressor?
  Historical mailing list - Fred Younger
  Thu, 28 May 1998 12:59:29 -0500
  ...Piston ring compressor? > > Hi Folks, well I finally got my heads off. Lots of tapping and heat > required to remove the stuck cylinder liners...
• Re: A/C trouble... please help
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 15 Feb 2016 21:33:28 -0500
  On the later vans there are a number of switches that are needed for the compressor to operate. First of course is that electronic...
• Re: Bentley A/C diagram error Huh?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Sun, 2 May 2004 00:19:28 -0400
  ...it is gathered and routed back to the compressor to start the cycle all over again. > I know there is a dryer in there...
• Beltz! (was Re: does squeaking belt cause high temp gauge reading?)
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Fri, 12 Feb 1999 12:23:19 -0800
  ...Apparently, the alternator/water pump belt parted and took out the A/C compressor drive belt along with the compressor pulley shield. So...what...
• AC parts
  Historical mailing list - Karl F. Bloss
  Mon, 7 Jun 1999 23:48:17 -0400
  ...The compressor, compressor bracket, wiring harness, front switches, condensor, and the black relay are all gone or spoken for. However, I still have the...
• Re: AC and cooling fan
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Thu, 24 Aug 2000 17:05:05 -0700
  ...However, they say that if the engine temp goes to the point where the 'high' fan is kicked on the AC compressor will kick...
• A/C in a diesel Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Skerbitz
  Mon, 26 Jun 1995 11:39:34 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I would suggest looking in wreaking yards for various types of compressor mounts from diesel rabbits or jettas. There might be a mount, compressor...
• Re: Vanagon AC
  Historical mailing list - mad madeline
  Sat, 28 Jun 2008 20:24:27 -0700
  ...so obviously something is not quite During the winter the freon leaked a bit so�I paid $800 for new compressor, dryer,�freon charge...