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Old 04-22-2011, 08:33 PM
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Re: installing new A/C compressor tomorrow, some clarifications needed

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Originally Posted by rlutz View Post
Has anybody done a simple 134a retrofit by just replacing o-rings and fluid? I looked up the subaru retrofit kit ($350 at 1st Subaruparts.com, P/N G3110PS000). It looks like it contains a couple of hoses, o-rings, and a new drier. Are these strictly speaking all necessary?
I'm curious as to why Subaru recommends replacing out the two hoses? I'm sure there's a real good reason but I don't understand it!

Anyway, my retrofit consists of replacing every single component EXCEPT the two hoses I had leaks and corrosion so I replaced the entire system piece by piece.

I'm happy to report that the vent temps are nice and cold, usually around 40 deg F after the R134a recharge couple of weeks ago.
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