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• SD7H15 AC compressor replacement?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Retherford
  Fri, 27 Jun 2003 11:02:22 -0500
  Since I need to replace my compressor (and most likely convert to R134), I wondered if one of these would work in place of...
• Re: Norcold and Engel - Compressor Based Cooler/Freezer
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 14 Sep 2004 19:37:50 -0700
  ...Norcold and Engel - Compressor Based Cooler/Freezer > > >Upon closer examination of Engel's patterned swing compressor here >http://www.i-m-d.com/engel...
• Re: 89 VANAGON WESTY A/C QUESTIONS
  Historical mailing list - Allen Hill
  Mon, 2 Apr 2007 17:14:54 -0500
  ...If you can't the compressor is locked. 2. AFAIK, there are three different compressor used. 3. FLAPS price for compressor is around $350...
• Re: Whining AC compressor
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 4 Aug 2016 22:30:21 -0500
  ...If not, then it gets a new compressor, and the system drained, and flushed before the new compressor gets installed. John John On Aug...
• Re: WTB: A/C Compressor Tensioner
  Historical mailing list - Blake Heinlein
  Tue, 30 Jan 2007 12:39:06 -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...
• FS AC compressors -Sorry here is the link to the pics
  Historical mailing list - Brian Yonker
  Sun, 11 Feb 2001 20:00:19 -0500
  This is the link to the picture of the compressors: http://home.att.net/~b.l.yonker/accomps.jpg Brian 86 Syncro Subaru 82...
• AC compressor 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
  Fri, 26 Apr 2002 17:45:34 -0500
  Folks, Anyone got a recommendation where I can find an AC compressor for the 2.1L? Busboys and Volkscafe don't have them, or...
• Fwd: Re: AC compressor Gurus needed!!!
  Historical mailing list - Fredrich Hesterberg
  Tue, 25 Feb 2003 11:26:07 -0600
  ...David, Why even enter into an unknown, by trying to use the AC compressor, that will more than likely burn up due to petroilis...
• Re: A/C compressor Power usage
  Historical mailing list - Jason M. Yasment
  Wed, 19 Apr 2000 20:14:03 -0400
  ...So, maybe somewhere there is an automotive A/C compressor that is totally electric and all that would have to be done is beef...
• Re: radiator fan speeds vs AC
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Tue, 16 Jul 2013 16:40:53 -0600
  > The lowest of the speeds is actually from the AC running when the compressor > is engaged. There is very little difference when the radiator...
• '85 A/C Question
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Fri, 22 Jun 2001 08:45:56 -0400
  ...The compressor does not run. The controls on the dash seem to be functioning--the fan comes on and changes speeds. I have not...
• Re: cigrette lighter or silver socket - amp problem with air compressor
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 9 Jul 2006 23:39:01 -0400
  ...Mike karen d wrote: > I'm not very good with understanding amps....my air compressor which I use > through cigerette lighter doesn't reach...
• Fwd: AC in Air-Cld vs Water-Cld, Opinions Please!
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 2 Jul 1997 03:50:32 -0400 (EDT)
  ...All the a/c compressors on the aircooled buses and vans were usually made my York compressors of York, Pa. The York compressors were...
• A/C Temp Switch Question
  Historical mailing list - Scott McDonell
  Thu, 14 Jun 2001 14:40:30 -0700
  ...Problem is that when I turn the temperature switch on sometimes the compressor comes on and sometimes it doesn't. A couple weeks ago...
• Industrial Motors/air compressors
  Historical mailing list - Joseph F. Fournier II
  Mon, 3 Jun 1996 13:40:21 -0500 (CDT)
  ...I wonder if this might have been used to create a crude air compressor, with two cylinders getting no spark, instead returning air. While...
• Want to buy;A/C compressor for '88 van.
  Historical mailing list - zolo
  Tue, 9 Sep 2003 09:30:29 -0700
  Yes, I am looking for one A/C compressor for my '88 van. Please let me know if you have one or the yard...
• Re: AC Compressor to inflate tires, etc?
  Historical mailing list - courtney hook
  Mon, 8 Jan 2007 11:29:45 -0800
  Nowadays it's just easier to buy a 12volt emergency start/air compressor combo for cheap through a FLAPS or Wallymart, or Canadian Tire...
• Re: Front Springs
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 5 Jul 2017 16:58:30 -0700
  No need for compressor on 2wd front spring removal. Got Bentley? Alistair > On Jul 5, 2017, at 4:45 PM, Steven Shelton <shelton4@GMAIL...
• Hooking up A/C compressor properly?
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Tue, 6 Jul 1999 23:08:04 -0500
  ...The mechanic who removed my A/C compressor is away on leave, and the other mechanic who's now doing the work needs a...
• Re: dometic frig from ...
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Tue, 4 Jun 2024 14:47:30 +0000
  ...Thought that the electrical compressor ones, Truckfridge - I forget what the other name is - were too expensive but I have more money in Dometics...
• Re: sanden sd508 vs sd709
  Historical mailing list - Ed
  Mon, 24 Mar 2008 18:25:15 -0400
  I purchased a compressor from Vintage Air about 10 years ago and had the same discussion with them. They said the SD709 was more...
• A/C Conversion to R134a - Can I do it myself?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 1 Jul 2011 17:35:33 -0500
  ...The Compressor has been out for several years. The system is open - ie, the two pipes at the compressor are not plugged. Stuff is...
• AC Compressor and Condensor for Sale
  Historical mailing list - CC
  Sun, 10 Jun 2001 03:53:02 CDT
  ...I have a good SD 508 AC compressor (w/clutch) and condensor from an '85 Vanagon available. Also dash controls and wiring. Make offer...
• Re: rebuilding a/c compressor??
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 20 May 2008 11:54:23 -0400
  Roger Sisler wrote: > Oil inside the compressor gets low when refrigerant gets low. But, how can one tell just how much oil to add...
• Wire to A/C compressor, '85 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 12 May 2004 10:59:42 -0400
  Sometime during the winter, the wire to the A/C compressor went "somewhere" ... I know not where. Currently, the black wire that exits from...
• Re: Air 'Conditioning'
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 21 May 1997 21:23:02 -0400
  >>Randy, >> >>I would just be careful about running the compressor(accidentally) without it >>being charged. Most rely on the refrigerant for lubrication. I learned...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Fri, 28 Mar 1997 18:11:23 -0500
  I can verify that on my 87, when the AC gets low on freon pressure, the compressor doesn't kick in at all. Dave...
• Re: AC Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Michael S. Nichols
  Fri, 19 Nov 1999 21:02:22 -0500
  ...AC Compressor > > >> Bulley wrote: >> > >> > Ron- >> > >> > Prima Fascia, it sounds like a great idea. If your York is toast, the >> > Sanden is a good compressor...
• Re: A/C Compressor Question-Now, I Have A/C!
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Tue, 14 Aug 2012 16:02:08 +0000
  Thanks Karl, you are right, I did find that designated on the (new) compressor-which is opposite what Bentley showed, which was low side...
• Re: Idle Relay - Idle Valve match?
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:08:10 -0700
  > The connection to my AC Compressor is a White wire with a Green stripe, and > that color wire is not on your list. > > Have...
• Re: One board compressor.......Long:.... on wind
  Historical mailing list - Open Wheel Racing
  Tue, 25 Feb 2003 11:57:45 -0600
  Hello List, I noticed one member suggested one of these cheap12 volt portable compressors. Bare in mind there not cheap, they are like a...
• Re: 1985 Westy A/C compressor doesn't turn
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 14 Jun 2015 01:31:48 -0400
  ...When the thermostat is closed it feeds the normally-closed compressor cut-out relay and thence the compressor clutch and idle-up switch. The...
• Re: Danfoss VS Sawafuji Compressor. Which is Electrically More Efficient?
  Historical mailing list - Poppie Jagersand
  Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:11:23 -0700
  ...Danfoss VS Sawafuji Compressor. Which is Electrically More Efficient? > Hi all. > On the internet, there appears to be lots of hype, opinion and > conjecture...
• Re: Spring Compressor
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 27 Mar 2015 18:35:11 +0000
  I've never needed a spring compressor to replace the front springs in my 2WD '88. But you do need a jack that will...
• Re: AC Compressor Question
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Mon, 30 Aug 2004 23:30:22 -0700
  If the noise is definitely from the compressor your option is to buy a rebuild or new unit. It cost about $250 to $300...
• Re: AC compressor Gurus needed!!!
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Mon, 24 Feb 2003 23:26:25 EST
  ...AC compressor Gurus needed!!! . . . I wonder how good these are at compressing air??? . . . David Marshall >> Dave, my man, while I've never had reason...
• Looking for hose ends for 97 Subaru Legacy
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 12 Jun 2012 17:35:57 -0400
  ...The customer got the compressor but I am missing some parts. I am missing both hose ends at the compressor. I just need the...
• Re: A/C in Air-cooled Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - JonR
  Thu, 24 Feb 2005 07:26:39 -0500
  I recently saw a '79 Bus with A/C where the compressor and related hoses were under the bus to the left. There was...
• Re: Behold, another AC question. Compressor or clutch to blame, and how do I tell?
  Historical mailing list - Sharon Mendonca
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 06:21:15 -0700
  ...My brother in law added compressor lubricant and it seemed to do the trick. Bob & Sharon Mendonca 88 Vanagon GL 88 Westy
• Spring Compressor
  Historical mailing list - SJKnell
  Mon, 20 May 2013 16:16:48 -0600
  ...http://vwparts.aircooled.net/Coil-Spring-Compressor-Tool-Rental-KTC-A1047-p/coil-spring-rental.htm Scott
• Re: Suggestions for portable 12V air compressor & TV antenna?
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Fri, 24 Aug 2001 22:49:42 -0500
  Ken, Check out E-Bayfor 12v compressors---there must be a hundred of them to choose from. I'd research them also for the...
• Re: A/C-No go?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:24:21 -0400
  Chris Snyder wrote: > The compressor clutch won't engage. I think it's electrical. On your '87, there is a pressure switch that won...
• Re: AC converted to 134
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Tue, 19 Jul 2005 12:55:17 -0700
  ...No doubt the relays are set to give priority to the high speed fan at the expense of the AC compressor. Meant to be...
• Replacing shocks: spring compressor?
  Historical mailing list - Cecil Eastman
  Sun, 12 Oct 2008 13:12:20 +0000
  ...In so doing, I spoke to my wife's cousin, a professional mechanic (not necessarily VW), who said I would need spring compressors or...
• Re: 1985 Westy A/C compressor doesn't turn
  Historical mailing list - raymond markett
  Sun, 14 Jun 2015 06:55:40 +0000
  ...1985 Westy A/C compressor doesn't turn Schematic for '84/5 is on 97.137-8.  It refers to S7 and S10, both...
• Re: AC Conversion: R12 to R134A
  Historical mailing list - Mark & Laura Magee
  Mon, 23 Jul 2001 16:10:09 -0500
  Remove your compressor, drain mineral oil, flush compressor and lines w/non clorinated brake cleaner using an air compressor and blow tip to remove...
• Re: Mocal sandwich plate plus oil cooler equals overcooling
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 14 Feb 2009 17:08:28 -0800
  ...and I see the words 'take out the compressor'........ which sounds to me like 'remove the compressor' ..........since I'm, thinking about the van...
• Re: 1985 Westy A/C compressor doesn't turn
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 15 Jun 2015 02:21:41 -0400
  The idle-up is coming off the same wire that activates the compressor clutch. Bad connections to or from clutch or the clutch is...
• Re: a/c rebuild and retrofitted to R134a
  Historical mailing list - harald.nancy
  Wed, 13 May 1998 18:57:59 -0700
  ...Remove compressor, remove oil drain plug and tip refrigerant oil out. -Fill compressor with refrigerant oil for R134a (part No. G052 154 A2) Quantity...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 26 Jul 2013 15:12:10 -0700
  Mine sets up a god whine due to the compressor being loaded. Karl Wolz Sent from my electronic umbilicus On Jul 26, 2013, at...
• Re: AC compressor o/h
  Historical mailing list - William Maxian
  Fri, 8 Oct 1999 13:03:01 -0400
  Lee - My friend has good used compressor on the 85 vanagon that he's parting out ($30). E me if you're interested. Lots...
• Re: suspicious Wire
  Historical mailing list - Mark Hineline
  Mon, 19 Jul 1999 08:07:16 -0700
  >Hi All, I have an 81' air cooled vanagon with a suspicious wire It hooks up to a compressor that shortens the vanagon from...
• Re: A/C Repairs -- Get Out the Vaseline
  Historical mailing list - VW Doka
  Mon, 30 Apr 2007 15:15:18 -0700
  ...we have rebuilt compressors for about $240 ($35 core), new receiver/drier for $18.85, and new expansion valves (always a good idea when...
• Re: Whining AC compressor
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 5 Aug 2016 00:00:56 -0500
  ...If not, > then it gets a new compressor, and the system drained, and flushed before > the new compressor gets installed. > > John > > John > > On Aug...
• Re: Question adding BEHR front AC to existing rear AC
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Wed, 15 Jun 2005 19:09:46 -0400
  ...The Out side goes back to the compressor. You'll need two tee fittings. On Jun 15, 2005, at 6:16 PM, Christopher Gronski...
• Re: AC Compressor to inflate tires, etc?
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Mon, 8 Jan 2007 15:27:11 -0700
  ...Mostly been replaced by the tiny 12V compressor gadgets. No combustibles in the tire that way. As for the AC compressor. You'd have...
• Suggestions for portable 12V air compressor & TV antenna?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Fri, 24 Aug 2001 16:38:48 EDT
  Does anyone have suggestions for a good 12v air compressor? I'm also looking for a good TV antenna to use when camping. Thanks...
• Re: rebuilding a/c compressor??
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Mon, 19 May 2008 00:37:45 -0400
  ...Not many, mind you, but I > have not been happy about reman compressors. And why are those rebuilds so > expensive? More labor involved? Or...
• Re: Vanagon AC
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sun, 29 Jun 2008 08:25:40 -0500
  ...It teased me for a few weeks and after the 3rd Sanden compressor > shrapneled I gave up and just drank more water... I lived...
• High pressure A/C hose
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Mon, 26 Jun 2000 09:53:06 -0500
  In my quest for a properly functioning A/C I discovered that the high-pressure hose that runs from the back of the compressor...