Re-install the compressor, take it and have a vacuum pulled on the system to remove the moisture and to see how long it will hold a vacuum - that way you can see if there are any leaks that will need to be repaired before spending any money on Freon.

Good luck

Tim

Michael Knight <vwdormer@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:
My '85 Vanny has always had the AC Compressor disconnected. The PO told me
he disconnected it to rermove the engine and replace the throwout bearing,
etc. I am wanting to reconnect the hoses and recharge the system. Is there
anything to be aware of or service I can do while I have the compressor out.
Can I check anything, add anything, etc.

Thanks,

Michael Knight
'77 Westy Deluxe, "el Verde"
'85 Vanagon GL, nameless
http://photos.yahoo.com/electrictrain@sbcglobal.net

TJ Hannink
Goldibox - 1987 Vanagon Camper, Wolfsburg Edition
1981 Bluebird Wanderlodge, FC-33
Winter Park, Florida
http://home.earthlink.net/~tjhannink/
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wolfsburg_campers
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FC_wanderlodge
FAVOR website:  http://home.earthlink.net/~clubvanagon
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