Who here bought a new A/C compressor?

[scabzzzz]

Farbin is right in everything he said.

I bought an E36 with no A/C or any lines whatsoever. I had to find ALL parts used or new, and build it back. I learned a lot at that point. The E30 A/C system is really similiar, and more effective if you ask me. Also, you can use Freeze12 as an R12 replacement. Its the same price from waht I remember and its available at parts stores. I have NOT seen it at Auto Zone or the like however.

And regarding expansion valves, all E30's need a replacement expansion valve. Period. The A/C may be working, but that part is an extremely common failure and makes the other parts work harder and your A/C effectiveness diminishes. Its like a 15 dollar part, but its a fuckin pain to put in.

[emi325i]

my expansion valve was clogged. yes.. not the easiest part to get to.

[Farbin Kaiber]

There is a so-called "kit" that you may be able to use.. you cut the old fittings out and put new ones in; however, they aren't crimped on, they're secure with hose-clamps.. retarded.

Newsflash, they unscrew.

[emi325i]

Newsflash, they unscrew.

I'm not sure what you're talking about. how do you screw/unscrew a fitting onto a hose?

[emi325i]

[DaveSmed]

There is a so-called "kit" that you may be able to use.. you cut the old fittings out and put new ones in; however, they aren't crimped on, they're secure with hose-clamps.. retarded.

Don't you have something like a Parker store in your area?

[Bimmer Ese]

How much is a Sanden (sp?) R134A compressor worth? I have one lying around the garage (compressor is around 2 years old) that I took out of my E30 when I parted it out this past January.

Any ideas?

Thanks,
Daniel

[Jean]

What brackets does it have, for what engine?

[Bimmer Ese]

What brackets does it have, for what engine?

I'll take pics of the adapter plate when I get home from work. It was mounted up to a 1986 325es 2.7 litre engine.

Dan