Re: AC expansion valve removal

Anup Pahari (apahari@erols.com)
Wed, 08 Jul 1998 22:37:09 -0400

Brian:
I'm getting cold air on demand so far. My question is how will I know if the
receiver-drier begins to malfunction? Will the AC go suddenly or is it more
like slow death? Someone on the list mentioned that a bad drier shows up as
less cold air after Ac has been in operation for sometime. However, how
would one know the difference between a functioning climate control system
and a malfunctioning drier? Next time I need an expansion valve I'll call
you and save me the hassel of calling around for part # and prices. Thanks.
Anup

Brian Holm wrote:

> With the system open for a couple of days, did you replace the
> receiver-drier? That would normally be recommended, because of likely
> saturation from exposure to atmosphere. But if you did not replace it
> and it works, that is worth noting!
>
> Brian
>
> Anup Pahari wrote:
> >
> > All:
> > My last message could give the wrong impression.
> > Just wanted to put concerned minds to rest. The dealer had already
> > removed all the freon from the system before I pulled out the expansion
> > valve. Since I did not want to install their $175.00 exp. valve, I
> > brought the car home for a few days until I could locate a less
> > expensive valve.. Once the shop detected a leak in the exp. valve, by
> > law they are not allowed to recharge the system. Bottom line: no freon
> > into the ozone from my AC!
> >
> > Anup Pahari