Volks,

I purchased a "Front AC System" from European Cooler Air, Inc.for my VW
Camper Van  .. last year.

Drove to Dallas and had the owner, Jerry West install the system and
re-con my factory rear system.

Since that time I haven't been able to get the system to work
consistently.

The current problem ... is "blown compressors". I have gone thru two so
far.

Before I give up on getting this system to work ... I wanted to seek
outythe groups advice.

Any idea what could be going wrong?

Overview:

Have been traveling in mild climates, mostly, so haven't really needed
to use it much.

But have turned the system on for 5 minutes every couple of weeks to
keep things lubed. No problem at those times.

However ... everytime I go to really use it, something happens.

First time: NO AC / Problem ... Leaking Schrader valve.

Action: System evacuated, value replaced, system filled with R12
(original Freeze 12 not available)

Result: Works fine ... But not needed

Second Time: No AC / Problem .... Compressor seized

Action: Replaced Compressor and refilled system with R12

Result: Works Fine ... But not needed

Third Time: Fan belt started squealing, Compressor not turned on /
Problem ... Compressor seized

Action: To be determined.

Note ... Was talking with a AC guy last night. He thinks the problem may
be not enough AC Lubricant in the larger capacity system.

Planned Action: I'll consult a couple more AC people and see if they
feel this is a possible failure cause. If they agree, I'll replace the
compressor, have extra lube added and try "ONE MORE TIME".

What are your thoughts?

all roads lead to Mexican VW repair shops,

Larry Chase
Email: RoadGuy@RoadHaus.com
Web:  <http://www.roadhaus.com/> www.RoadHaus.com
Cell: 480 620 8966
What: North American Road Trip
How: RoadHaus - 1990 White VW Westfalia Syncro
Today: North headin South

all roads lead to Mexican VW repair shops,

Larry Chase
Email: RoadGuy@RoadHaus.com
Web:  <http://www.roadhaus.com/> www.RoadHaus.com
Cell: 480 620 8966
What: North American Road Trip
How: RoadHaus - 1990 White VW Westfalia Syncro
Today: North headin South