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Does the receiver/dryer have a finite life? ie it can only absorb a certain amount of moisture? (filled with silica gell as far as i can establish..)
Can it be 'rejuvenated' by baking for example, to drive off accumulated moisture?
I'm thinking if the system has been empty of gas for a while, or the dryer has been off the car for a while, then it may have to be replaced?
Any help or info appreciated!
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Can it be 'rejuvenated' by baking for example, to drive off accumulated moisture?
I'm thinking if the system has been empty of gas for a while, or the dryer has been off the car for a while, then it may have to be replaced?
Any help or info appreciated!
Cheers
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dryer can be replaced is it one with a flared conection ie a nut each side of the dryer or is it sweated in or are you talking about the recevier
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alan - yeah it is replaceable, fits between o-ring union blocks off the side of the condenser - I'm questioning what determines if/when it needs replacing??
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You may have a leak in system or pipework?(all systems loose a few grams over a long period anyway)
the machine at work can re-charge you system,find any leaks,vac system(remove moisture from pipework) & also add pag grade oil to you system all in on cycle!!!
also a do a U.V test (dye added into system,special dectector glasses & sensor probe to locate where if any you leak/s are.
i would sugest you get system checked 1st before you purchase a new condiensor rad?
i could have this checked out for you when you are down my way?
got all silicone 'O' rings if you need any
all worth considering mate
the machine at work can re-charge you system,find any leaks,vac system(remove moisture from pipework) & also add pag grade oil to you system all in on cycle!!!
also a do a U.V test (dye added into system,special dectector glasses & sensor probe to locate where if any you leak/s are.
i would sugest you get system checked 1st before you purchase a new condiensor rad?
i could have this checked out for you when you are down my way?
got all silicone 'O' rings if you need any
all worth considering mate
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Originally Posted by richm
.. the other's been sat on a shelf attached to the condenser..
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Any moisture would have long dissipated !!
Ok, I made that last bit up
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alan - yeah it is replaceable, fits between o-ring union blocks off the side of the condenser - I'm questioning what determines if/when it needs replacing??
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Originally Posted by richm
alan - yeah it is replaceable, fits between o-ring union blocks off the side of the condenser - I'm questioning what determines if/when it needs replacing??
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