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• Vanagon AC
  Historical mailing list - mad madeline
  Sat, 28 Jun 2008 20:15:13 -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...
• Behr AC compressor
  Historical mailing list - Kellen Dengler
  Sun, 12 Dec 2004 20:31:47 -0700
  Hi, Just wondering from those of you who have the aftermarket Behr AC system in your vans what type of compressor is being used...
• WTB: A/C Compressor Tensioner
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Mon, 29 Jan 2007 19:30:08 -0800
  ...I'm looking for the compressor tensioning adjuster that allows the cormpressor to rotate. I already heve the aluminum bracket that bolts to the...
• Re: Update: Is my Compressor Broken?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Thu, 16 Aug 2007 21:05:13 -0500
  If you have the proper Bentley circuit diagram, you might be able to work backward from the compressor and find out why it's...
• Re: repost - basic a/c hose connection question.
  Historical mailing list - Owen
  Thu, 7 Aug 2003 12:01:01 -0500
  Can someone tell me the total amount of r12 spec'd for an 84 using the sanden 508 compressor? I need to convert this...
• Re: A/C Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 11 Jan 2007 19:52:15 -0800
  ...Can someone send me pictures of their compressor installed in > their van? Compressor nameplate data would be helpful also if available. > There isn't...
• Re: Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Luther
  Wed, 2 Mar 2011 08:59:05 -0500
  ...Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area? You can use a regular ring compressor. Install the pistons into the bottom of the cylinders leaviing...
• leaky AC compressor
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 10 Jun 1997 21:16:28 -0700 (PDT)
  My AC compressor (Sanden 508) leaks between the main body of the compressor and the end plate next to the pulley. Does anyone know...
• Blinking Light in 84 Camper (Continued 2)
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Sun, 31 May 1998 20:11:27 -0400
  ...If the high temp radiator switch engages, a relay drops out the compressor to prevent further overheating due to running the AC compressor. Can...
• Re: Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 3 Mar 2011 14:28:14 -0500
  ...Borrow ring compressor in SW Ohio area? You can use a regular ring compressor. Install the pistons into the bottom of the cylinders leaviing...
• Air conditioning electrical questions
  Historical mailing list - Rob Scott
  Fri, 2 Aug 2002 23:22:55 -0700
  ...The AC fans are running, but the compressor is not kicking on. Anyone think that the cool temps may be keeping the compressor from...
• Re: Friday question--AC compressor installation
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 20 Nov 2010 08:48:35 -0500
  If the previous compressor had an internal failure, then replacing should include replacing the filter/dryer and the expansion valve. A clog in either...
• Re: R134 conversion
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Fri, 1 Jul 2005 10:58:21 -0400
  Hello, It is difficult to understand how you can get 4 bad compressors,but I think I have an idea.First, have the shop...
• Re: how do you test and a/c compressor?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 27 Jun 2006 11:30:02 -0400
  ...I think the rear of the compressor states which is suction which is discharge.Suc is low and dis is high side. Now, what...
• A/C Work Done but Failed. Long Version
  Historical mailing list - Michael Knight
  Tue, 31 May 2005 14:11:47 -0500
  ...Sanden still makes the SD5 series compressor. But they make an improved for R134a compressor as well. Instead of the SD508 #9279, it will...
• Re: AC Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Fri, 19 Nov 1999 14:09:24 -0500
  ...The AC compressor clutch is bad. I took the compressor to a large local AC parts and service shop to have the clutch replaced...
• Re: A/C Trouble shooting - 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - David
  Tue, 6 Sep 2016 20:00:46 -0400
  ...new receiver/drier with "O" rings, new "O"-rings at the > compressor, evacuated the system down to minus 29 inches Hg. Added 3 oz...
• Re: rear drivers side upper exhaust nut removal?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 6 Mar 2006 10:27:08 -0500
  With the exception of hasving to drill out a broken stud or bolt, I have never removed the water pump or AC compressor to...
• Re: Replacing shocks: spring compressor?
  Historical mailing list - Cecil Eastman
  Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:04:47 +0000
  ...spring compressor? no spring compressor needed on a 2WD vanagon. you'll need a some small jack to control how far down the rear...
• A/C compressor Power usage
  Historical mailing list - Ezra Hall
  Tue, 18 Apr 2000 15:41:14 -500
  ...Questions: - How much power does the A/C compressor use? - What is the most efficient speed (RPM) for compressor operation? Just an idea.... Opinions...
• AC Compressor Seal Replacement
  Historical mailing list - MC
  Tue, 20 Jul 2004 07:40:04 -0700
  I am looking into replacing the lip seal of the Sanden compressor on the my 89 Camper myself. I did some web search and...
• Re: AC compressor 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Fri, 26 Apr 2002 16:57:35 -0500
  ...AC compressor 2.1L Folks, Anyone got a recommendation where I can find an AC compressor for the 2.1L? Busboys and Volkscafe don...
• Re: noisy A/C compressor
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 5 Mar 1999 10:37:33 -0500
  ...Has anyone ever noticed how noisy > the compressor was? It sounds like a low speed turbine when it is on. I have never noticed...
• air cond compressor
  Historical mailing list - .
  Mon, 17 Jun 1996 13:13:04
  Need the sd replacement # for the compressor 86 sycro. tia Sherwwin Sherwin Kaufman Spring Valley, New York 86 Westfalia Syncro sherwin@gnn.com
• Re: A/C compressor
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 17 Jul 2018 16:47:48 -0400
  ...One uses the Sanden compressor and the other uses an aftermarket version. It just depends on which you want and what you want to...
• Re: R134 conversion
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Wed, 29 Jun 2005 09:16:56 -0400
  What kind of compressor do you have? Chris On 6/29/05, Tom Bauer <Tom.Bauer@sun.com> wrote: > Hi All, > > I had the...
• A/C compressor mounting brackets
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Tue, 11 Apr 2000 23:06:22 -0400
  I am in need of mounting brackets for mounting the A/C compressor on my 1984 Vanagon 1.9L engine. Does anyone have VW...
• Re: Vanagon AC
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 28 Jun 2008 23:27:11 -0400
  ...It teased me for a few weeks and after the 3rd Sanden compressor shrapneled I gave up and just drank more water... I lived...
• AC compressor question...
  Historical mailing list - Tim King
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 12:39:02 -0800
  ...My compressor mounts (on the compressor body) are cracked. As the belt spins, the unit bounces around more than I comfortable with. At least...
• Re: A/C compressor
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Tue, 17 Jul 2018 22:46:27 +0000
  ...A/C compressor I am looking to replace the A/C compressor on my 87 vanagon.  I had the = system switched to R-134A...
• '84 compressor into an '86?
  Historical mailing list - Tony Moore
  Wed, 5 Mar 1997 09:13:40 -0500
  Hi Volks, Does anyone know if a compressor from an '84 (1.9L) will work on an '86 (2.1L)?? Thanks! tony
• 91 Vanagon A/C compressor on Eurovan 92
  Historical mailing list - Gilles H Turmel
  Wed, 6 Nov 2002 12:43:04 -0500
  Hi, Is it possible to easily install a 91 Vanagon A/C compressor on an Eurovan 92? Best regards.
• Re: EMERGENCY POWER PLANT
  Historical mailing list - wb6otg
  Mon, 8 Nov 1999 11:15:49 -0500
  > On a similar subject - Someone used to have plans for converting a VW > engine into a self-contained air compressor - 2 cylinders for the...
• ac compressor wire
  Historical mailing list - Larry V. Brown
  Thu, 31 May 2001 17:36:46 -0400
  ...The wire on the compressor is a black wire with a bullet connector. Can someone with air check and see what wire it connects...
• Re: SD7H15 AC compressor replacement?
  Historical mailing list - John Connolly
  Fri, 27 Jun 2003 10:18:18 -0600
  ...SD7H15 AC compressor replacement? > Since I need to replace my compressor (and most likely convert to > R134), I wondered if one of these would...
• Re: [Syncro] Another 6 million dollar question
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 27 Oct 1999 18:41:38 +0200
  ...Get out your 12v air compressor and pump it > back up. (What??? You don't carry a tyre plug kit and compressor? Then > why...
• Re: AC in Air-Cld vs Water-Cld, Opinions Please!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 02 Jul 1997 13:05:46 EDT
  One of the basic differences between the York Compressors and the later varieties are that the York was a "piston" type compressor that definitely...
• Re: Behold, another AC question. Compressor or clutch to blame, and how do I tell?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 15:26:45 -0400
  ...Oil will be thrown up by the compressor in the pully area.Check the compressor mounts to see that they are tight. All four...
• Re: noisy A/C compressor
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 5 Mar 1999 09:45:56 -0700
  I've had noisy compressors, which usually sound kinda like they're rock crushers or such. Matter of fact, the wife's '84 can...
• A/C Compressor Needed
  Historical mailing list - Bryan Feddish
  Mon, 3 Mar 97 12:49:52 UT
  I need a good used/rebuilt compressor for my 83.5 w/c Westfalia. If anyone has one please let me know. Thanks, Bryan
• Re: AC Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Donna Skarloken
  Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:15:06 -0700
  ...Is this really true? > If it is true, where can I get a new or at least well rebuilt by reputable > enterprise AC compressor...
• A/C compressor question - noise
  Historical mailing list - Rubatoguy
  Sun, 6 Jun 1999 13:03:45 -0700
  ...Except that when the system is on, the compressor is louder than the engine. Though it is interesting driving a Westy that sounds turbine...
• Re: Questions on Repairs
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Fri, 18 Aug 2000 21:06:54 -0400
  Can only speak to cost of A/C compressor replacement. Plan on buying expansion valve and drier in addition to compressor. Also refrigerant such...
• A/C Basic Path of Flow?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Knight
  Mon, 23 May 2005 08:24:36 -0500
  So this weekend I changed the oil in the compressor, flushed the system(less the compressor0 with 2 gal. of mineral spirits + 1 bottle...
• Re: A/C Basic Path of Flow?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Knight
  Mon, 23 May 2005 10:30:09 -0500
  ...1 - Compressor Discharge side 2 - Condensor 3 - Drier 4 - Expansion Valve 5 - Evaporator 6 - Compressor Suction Side Michael Knight '77 Westy Deluxe, "el Verde...
• Question adding BEHR front AC to existing rear AC
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Wed, 15 Jun 2005 18:16:00 -0400
  I am bringing my van in to a local VW shop to convert from R12, replace the compressor (there is one leak in the...
• Re: A/C compressors
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 Jul 1998 02:29:31 EDT
  In a message dated 98-07-01 01:37:57 EDT, mholser@ADOBE.COM writes: > The compressor in my Vanagon has the hose connections...
• NEW A/C compressors for $325.00
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 18 Jun 1998 06:02:20 -0700
  Listees, I just got a FEW A/C compressors from one of my sources. $325.00 each. I know going into Summer many of...
• A/C Warm
  Historical mailing list - R. Hotchkiss
  Tue, 14 Jul 1998 10:30:44 +0100
  ...I've checked the belt and I've made sure the radiator fan is going on when the compressor is running. The compressor is...
• Sanden 510 compressor clutch
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Camealy
  Sun, 22 Apr 2007 22:59:30 -0400
  I was topping off my AC today when I noticed a smell coming from the compressor. Later after running the AC for a while...
• Re: rebuilding a/c compressor??
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Mon, 19 May 2008 10:27:03 -0400
  Here's a good article describing an AC compressor home rebuild........ http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/911_Nippondenso_rebuild/911_Nippondenso_rebuild.htm and...
• Re: I Have Some A/C Questions, Too
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Mon, 11 Jun 2012 11:56:22 -0700
  How are you dealing with the refrigerant when you are removing/replacing the compressor? I know if you have a system that might have...
• ac pressure question
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Mon, 1 Jul 2002 16:26:41 -0700
  ...Pressure monitoring is for A) not allowing the compressor to start when the pressure is too low, to avoid damage to the compressor, and...
• '85 A/C Works Again
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Mon, 25 Jun 2001 09:01:33 -0400
  I was able to get the compressor to run after fooling with the temp. switch. I don't think it had been used for...
• Re: A/C Compressor - generic?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Tue, 22 Jun 2004 11:26:54 -0400
  Rusty, Plan on more problem then just the compressor. The AC in the vanagon are constant problems. Eric Rusty Zarse wrote: >I was wondering...
• Re: Re- Air in the Life
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Sat, 07 Oct 95 00:19:47 CDT
  On Fri, 6 Oct 95 23:06:51 CDT Steve Hoge said: >Does anybody know if one of these shop air compressors you're...
• AC Question
  Historical mailing list - Lebron,Nathan
  Fri, 28 Mar 97 08:40:00 E
  ...However, whenever I turned the AC, the compressor would kick in but no cold air. My mechanic tells me that if I had no...
• wanted: A/C compressor for 88 GL
  Historical mailing list - Karl G Vochatzer/AMR
  19 Dec 96 11:30:24
  Would greatly appreciate any leads on a source for rebuilt or rebuildable A/C compressor for the 88 vanagon. Karl 88 GL (107K)
• Re: Is There Internal Difference between SD-508 and SD-709 compressor?
  Historical mailing list - Pat Dooley
  Thu, 24 Jun 1999 00:49:18 -0400
  ...I know that either compressor would do the job. The 508 does not have to be used on a certain system. They are used...
• Re: AC compressor Gurus needed!!!
  Historical mailing list - Mike Pedersen
  Mon, 24 Feb 2003 11:02:23 -0800
  ...AC compressor Gurus needed!!! > I am about to install an AC compressor into my Double Cab - funny thing is > there is no AC - it...