2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission A/C Evaporator core removal

[APulpan]

I have had the dodge house trouble shoot an a/c leak and they have found it to be the evap core. So now with that said I was quoted 1200 bucks, ive read a post named "heater core saga" and that pertained to the heater core but mine is the evap core same area to get to it. Im told about 6-7 hrs to get the job done. Is it worth the hasle and any pointers. Im told and read a lil, that the front seats being removed make it easier... . Also with the heater core being in the same box im leaning towards replacing that too since its apart. Any seals that I need for hose connections etc. I could really save some money of I do it. They quoted me 345 for a evaporator core and I dunno what a heater core runs.



Thanx

 

[AClayton]

Genos now have both for considerably less. The 1st time I did the job, it took about 6 hrs. I just had to replace my heater core late last year and the dash part of the job only took about 3 hrs. Don't laugh but the part that would seemingly be the easiest to conquer is the same exact step that I always mess up on..... be very careful when dropping the steering column so as not to break the delicate gear pointer. I just saw that you have a 6spd so you don't have to worry about it. Oh... . and don't forget the little vacuum plug under the center of the dash! Just get the book... . don't be in a rush and allow all day and you will be fine. Many times frustration comes from THINKING a job is not all that bad and SHOULDN'T take this long but it DOES! I have found that if you allow yourself ample time and remain calm, this job goes very well.

Alan

 

[APulpan]

Alan,



thats awesome, thanx for reminding me about Genos, i totally forgot about them Because the evap core is 345 and the heater core in 175 from the dodge house. I believe u might of answered this question but i want to make sure my theory is correct, whats the reason for dropping the column?? i seen that in another thread and i figure its for clearance to get the dash piece out??? Also whats the deal with the vaccum plug, im guessing it wud be advised to replace it while i have it apart or just dont forget to put it back in is what u mean??? I do have a dealership Disassembly and Assembly manual so i will make good use out of it for this job. How do the connection for the evap core come apart?? Are they threaded connection with an o-ring or do i need a specific tool??



Also i see that you have a FS2500 oil filtration set-up, is it a good investment, does it actually remove alot of the carbon deposits, and how much are they??? I see you have an 01 so i was wondering if you might have any idea where i could get an electric mirror switch and knob. I dont have electric mirrors i only have the manuel tow mirrirs and i want to upgrade to the heated electric. I have checkd the door panels and i DO have the wiring harness for the upgrade. It wud be basically a plug-N-play job. Im having issues finding a company that offers the switch and knob for the selection of the mirror i want to adjust. its discontinued from dodge. Ive tried LMC truck and they dont offer it for my year model.



thanx

 

[AClayton]

The column needs to be dropped to clearance the dash as it is slid out to the passenger side..... at that point, I just bungeed the dash to the passenger seat. The vacuum plug is for the climate control... . it just needs to be disconnected in order to pull the dash back.

As far as the FS2500... . I installed that yrs ago to counter the added fuel from the injectors in an effort to reduce the soot in my crankcase. I basically use it to increase the intervals of changing oil..... sometimes I go as high 15k miles but never over 8 mos.

Sorry, can't help with the mirrors.


Alan