Try getting a compressor from the Bus Depot. Also get a receiver dryer and
have the AC man convert the system to R-134a.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Killer Banshee Productions - Kriss De Jong
<kbanshee@KILLERBANSHEE.COM>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Date: Monday, March 01, 1999 6:50 PM
Subject: AC Compressor

>L.B. (91 Vanagon GL) got a checkup today and she needs a new AC compressor.
>I had the shop look into why the AC wasn't working, know the shop is
>reliable etc etc.
>
>How much is realistic for replacing this...the price they gave me was $1400
>parts and labor.
>
>Is an AC compressor something you want to get new, or can you get one
>rebuilt or used. Is it advisable? (How likely is failure sooner than with a
>new one?)
>
>On a happier note, everything else is in tip top shape.
>
>Those of you that deal in VW parts on the list feel free to email me
>privately about one of these you might have on hand and for what price etc.
>
>Cheers,
>
>Kriss
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