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Old 08-31-2024, 08:39 AM
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A pressure switch has arrived. I'll take a look at accessing the compressor. If it's going to take time, I might just put it in the garage for more maintenance. I need replaced the valve cover gasket. While it's off, two upper new O2 sensors too. I've thought about doing maintenance on the VANOS system. Either replace it or have it rebuilt. How long do VANOS systems last?



The dryer sock will be replaced. A can of A/C flush will clean the lines and condenser. My big air compressor will flush it and dry it.
Don't forget to put it under vacuum... Don't ask how I know that too...

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I've only paid twice for A/C work. First time, my '91 Dakota compressor failed a few years after arriving in Austin. Second time, I was traveling through South Dakota heading to the Black Hills and Mt Rushmore. The '08 Nitro compressor couldn't handle driving 80 MPH. I was not driving. A dear friend that passed four years ago taught me A/C repair and work. I've done my own ever since. All of them are ice cold. While visiting my folk this week, I did some A/C work too! Farm life starts early!
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Does anyone have the pressure sensor and drier sock torque specs? FCP parts should all arrive by Saturday. I'll refresh the A/C system next week. It was almost a full year since having do to major failed maintenance. I say that's a "+".
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Final confirmation. The clutch is toast. A Power Probe IV was used to power the clutch. A new compressor and other parts should arrive tomorrow.
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Final confirmation. The clutch is toast. A Power Probe IV was used to power the clutch. A new compressor and other parts should arrive tomorrow.
Mostly easy day ahead, unless some screwy bolt issue pops up...

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