Dads 82 AC clutch

[RandalPark@xxxxxxx]

Another common source of leaks is the compressor shaft seal.

Paul

In a message dated 3/29/2004 9:41:12 AM Eastern Standard Time, "Philip Brust" 
<pbrust@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> writes:

>Lawrence-
>
>Randall's post was right on the money...sounds like low refrigerant. Check
>the sight glass in the receiver-dryer for bubbles while the system is
>running (clutch engaged). The receiver-dryer is located on the passenger
>side fender-just follow the AC lines to it. You may have to clear dirt away
>from the top fitting to see the sight glass.
>
>Here are the common leak points for a 318 AC system: fittings on the
>expansion valve at the firewall, fittings on the receiver-dryer, condenser,
>and the dreaded evaporator. Over the years, I've had a number of 318 Mopars
>and every one of them has had leaks in those places. The condensers have
>usually failed in the same place: look for oil/dirt accumulation at the
>bottom front of the condenser on the passenger side. I have one to replace
>on my 86 Fifth Ave right now.
>
>One other source of leaks: the hoses. While 35 year old hoses hold just
>fine, some of the mid-eighties hoses have leaked R-12. Hoses will be softer
>than normal and covered with refrigerant oil and dirt...don't know why.
>
>Leaks must be fixed sooner or later...the only vehicle that I successfully
>maintained with a "can a year habit" was a 90 Dakota. It had a very small
>leak in the evaporator that started when it was about five years old. That
>went on for about 5 years until the evaporator failed completely. That's
>rare and I suggest you be prepared to spend some $ if you want AC. Once the
>faulty component is identified and replaces along with the receiver-dryer, a
>conversion to R-134 is probably the best way to go.
>
>Phil Brust
>73 & 82 Imperial
>With 13 lbs of R-12 still left...
>
>
>
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