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Re: A/C condenser removal?
I don't want to insult your intelligence, but gotta ask the simple questions first, so don't take it the wrong way!
1. Not leaking any coolant, right? Especially around the water pump?
2. Serpentine belt not slipping, right?
3. No wobble in water pump/fan blades?
I'm sure you've checked all these.
As to pulling the condenser, I'd try something easier first, since the ac system is under high pressure it can be dangerous, plus you'll lose your refrigerant and oil charge if you just disconnect it.
You're probably having trouble blasting the condenser fins clean, because you can only blast from the front. Since the condenser sits in front of the radiator, I would leave the condenser in place, remove the radiator instead, which is much easier (and maybe remove the fan blades). Then try blasting from the engine side of the condenser. Maybe even use a pressure washer if you can angle it in place or use an angled tip. Also blast the radiator from both directions.
The only other thing that comes to mind is the water pump impeller might be worn or some such thing, not delivering enough flow, but that's pretty remote.
Good luck.
Keep us informed.
Dave
Westminster, MD USA
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