>> maybe, just maybe, heating an area of the condensor with a heat gun,
>> heat lamp, or judicious use of a propane torch would drive the system
>> pressure high in one area and maybe force the blockage thru... kinda
>> like passing a kidney stone.
>
>Dan,  I, too,  thought of using the propane torch, but have so far 
refrained
>from it for fear of damaging/burning anything. But your suggestion now
>encourages me to try after all. Unless, of course, somebody on the list
>comes up with a good reason for why this should not be done.

Try a hair dryer first, if you're within range of a suitable outlet.
A propane torch will definitely make it an offer it can't refuse.

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