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Did a search but most of the aircon posts were about regassing and don't discuss dead pumps.

Took my car into Natrad to get the aircon checked out. My pump isn't holding pressure and they recommended upgrading to a more modern setup (compressor, receiver/dryer, condensor) for around $1800 ($1300 without condensor). Apparently it will cost the same ($1800) just to recon the factory nissan item and because it's older technology it's not recommended.

Anyone have any experiences with this? I could try sourcing a 2nd hand compressor but they tend to self destruct when left unused and if i'm going to put some effort in i want it to last.... just not able to justify nearly 2k to get cold air for 3 months of the year.

Wegs

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Im a refridgeration mechanic, and i cant see why the condensor/evaporator would need to be replaced unless they are leaking.

Tottally aggree. The original system uses all of the components you mentioned they will be updating your 'old' system with. If there is a problem with the compressor get it serviced or replaced and repair any other leaks. Id reccomend going to a different A/C specialist.

Deren

Sorry, forgot to mention it's R32 GTR. I dont' think i'm arguing with myself by voicing my options i've uncovered so far, i'm just illustrating i've done some research and can't come up with an affordable reliable solution and thought surely not everyone who has a pump die pays 1300+ to get it running again.... Thanks for your feedback so far.

your getting ripped off, go to an auto elecie and get another quote. Pump not holding pressure its not meant to, find the leak and regas it. You can even run the new gas 134a or get a drop in replacement called r49 or 409.

FWIW the air-con guy in the group buy section reported that there are no hard parts left to rebuild R32 GTR compressors, and the only option was a new one at around 1500. His supplier had 2 left and couldnt get any more after that.... The 1300 option doesn't sound too bad to me. Cant see the point in changing the condensor tho.

I got a second hand compressor from SSS for 260. Its works a bit....

Rgs,

Kot

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