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Hey guys, I've recently bought a 2003 MCS. The ac wasn't working, so I tested the AC coil and it had failed. I ordered and replaced it and had it working great. Until last night. It was working for 4-5 days,mother last night on the highway, it stopped and got some weird noises. So i tore it all apart again, and found that the circling failed and the clutch coil was spinning and tore the wire off as well. It scored the compressor itself and ruined the bearing in the clutch. So, here I am, looking for recommendations on an aftermarket ac compressor?? If anyone has any experience with some aftermarket ones, let me know. Not looking to spend a fortune. Thanks guys
I bought this one for my '02 (non s) about a month ago from autozone with a 20% discount, has worked since then and didn't have the funky noise the previous one had (which was the reason I replaced it).
The Delphi compressor is the OEM supplier part. The one you replaced initially, was that an aftermarket one? Sometimes, with parts like these, it's best to stick to genuine or OEM supplier parts. Otherwise, we have some options here besides genuine. Should qualify for free shipping. Good luck with the replacement and hope it doesn't happen again!
The Delphi compressor is the OEM supplier part. The one you replaced initially, was that an aftermarket one? Sometimes, with parts like these, it's best to stick to genuine or OEM supplier parts. Otherwise, we have some options here besides genuine. Should qualify for free shipping. Good luck with the replacement and hope it doesn't happen again!
The clutch coil was for Delphi original equipment. I'll take a look at you parts. Thanks!
Before you replace it make sure have an A/C shop pull the old gas out and then test the lines when you or they install the new one. Then have it recharged and follow the A/C sticker on the car.
I would go with the Delphi or the Denso. Both have been good. MINI switched between the two for the OEM manufacturer over the years. 64526918122 http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/64526918122/ Before you replace it make sure have an A/C shop pull the old gas out and then test the lines when you or they install the new one. Then have it recharged and follow the A/C sticker on the car. Then you should have nice cool air.
The dilemma is knowing what's in there. The compressor has a plate that gives the total oil charge (around 130 mL on mine) but some will be spread around the system.
In this circumstance, the best way is to remove the old compressor and pour out and measure how much oil comes out (so don't spill it!) and then put just that much into the replacement compressor. Of course, empty any old oil out of the replacement compressor before adding new oil.
If the compressor has leaked oil or you tipped it sideways and dumped it all over the floor, it gets real hard to know...
Replace the drier element while you are doing the work.
Make sure you get and hold good vacuum (below 500 microns) before filling.
P.s. Fill the refrigerant by weight. Much more reliable than using pressure on these systems.
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