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YOUR RESEARCHanything else I need when replacing A/C condensers?
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build up of trash
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It was probably the build up of trash that caused the condensers to become "rotten".
anything else I need when replacing A/C condensers?
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The A/C shop where you have the system evacuated to remove any moisture and check for leaks then refilled with refrigerant will or should know how much compressor oil to add to the system to make up for the oil that was lost by the replacement of the condensers.
anything else I need when replacing A/C condensers?
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The A/C shop where you have the system evacuated to remove any moisture and check for leaks then refilled with refrigerant will or should know how much compressor oil to add to the system to make up for the oil that was lost by the replacement of the condensers.
anything else I need when replacing A/C condensers?
Replace a/c condensers
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any other spares I need when replacing A/C condensers?
anything else I need when replacing A/C condensers?
Replace rotten ones
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- what else should I order other than new condensers to replace my rotten ones?
anything else I need when replacing A/C condensers?
Use wd-40 or similar
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Use WD-40 or similar to lube the pull-out pin in the plastic fastener otherwise you'll snap it.
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The A/C shop where you have the system evacuated to remove any moisture and check for leaks then refilled with refrigerant will or should know how much compressor oil to add to the system to make up for the oil that was lost by the replacement of the condensers.
anything else I need when replacing A/C condensers?
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any other spares I need when replacing A/C condensers?
- what else should I order other than new condensers to replace my rotten ones?
like O rings, or some other parts?
thanks
Generally speaking any o-rings or seals that you disturb.
Be sure the mounting hardware and brackets etc are in good condition. You do not want the new condensers flopping about.
Be sure the radiator ducts are clean. It was probably the build up of trash that caused the condensers to become "rotten". (BTW, if the condensers are rotten how do the radiators look?)
The A/C shop where you have the system evacuated to remove any moisture and check for leaks then refilled with refrigerant will or should know how much compressor oil to add to the system to make up for the oil that was lost by the replacement of the condensers.
Don't forget to 'wet' the "O" rings with refrigerant oil.
The near side a/c condenser fitting has one 6mm internal hex bolt that requires a very short head on the hex key. A ball-end may help.
Removing the bumper cover: I found it easier to remove the all the fasteners from the front of the wheel-well liner. Use WD-40 or similar to lube the pull-out pin in the plastic fastener otherwise you'll snap it.
This allows much easier access to the one difficult access screw at the trailing ,upper edge of the bumper cover.
It is a great time to relocate your emergency frunk release cable also.
If you have not purchased a new 'drier' ,,, get one.
Insure you have 2 #6 o-rings for it.
And, when you have the system recharged advise
the tech to inject replacement refrigerant oil, PAG 46,
to make up for what was lost, 3 ounces should be sufficient.
http://griffiths.com/product-categor...6-987-996-997/
The factory manual for my 996 Turbo states 40 cubic centimeters of oil (20 per condenser) needs to be added to make up that which was lost to the replacement of the condensers. That works out to 1.35 ounces. Maybe the 996 condensers take more oil with them when replaced.
To the OP: You or the shop needs to know how much oil to replace. Maybe you can check with you local Porsche dealer parts department and this can be looked up?
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