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Tips on replacing AC compressor on 96 Wagon
I'll be replacing the AC compressor on my father's 96 Roadmaster Wagon. It has the heavy duty cooling system, 5.7 liter engine. Looks like I'll have to remove the lower radiator hose and associated pipe, maybe remove the belt driven fan. Looking at AllData there are three bolts that hold it in place. Has anybody done this already, and have any tips? I'm figuring a quality day under the car. I've got jack stands and I'm not afraid of using them.
FYI: I've already flushed the system. The orifice was clogged with aluminum. I figured the compressor was about gone, but tried replacing the orifice only at first. That cooled good for about 2 weeks. Now the compressor barely develops any pressure.
Eric
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