2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission A/C compressor

[kcv67]

I need a new A/C compressor. What is the best one to buy I see Rockauto has some and I have not priced out NAPA yet.



Any body have any recent experiences? Good Bad? Best prices?



Casey

 

[GAmes]

I replaced my compressor at about 200k with another OEM because I thought it was near the end of it's useful life. Turns out the only thing I needed was the pencil looking screen that goes in the pressure line. I now have about 600k on the replacement compressor and have replaced the screen once. I recommend you spend the few extra dollars for a new OEM. Check out mopar4less for a price.

 

[Cummins12V98]

350k on mine and it still blows cold. I will buy OEM if it dies.

 

[WDixon27]

a few years ago i got a new (not reman) compressor off ebay cheaper then local parts stores were selling reman's for, not sure if this is still the case but worth checking, get a new accumulator and orifice tube, they filter out moisture and general crud and if the old compressor grenaded its not a bad idea to flush the system, back flushing the condenser may save it from the compressor bits that may of been blown into it

 

[WMurphy]

A/C Clutch

Check your A/C compressor clutch to see if it is cracked and loose.

The clutch can be changed without removing compressor from engine

 

[mwilson]

Another vote for OEM replacement.



Not much luck here with aftermarket ones for any applications.



Mike.

 

[jdross440]

I got a new one for my 92 from AC Compressor, Condenser, Evaporator and More A/C Parts at Wholesale Prices - Discount AC Parts for 245 and free shipping. Also bought a dryer from them.