A/c Compressor Seals

JWPATE · #1 12-10-2011, 08:40 AM

Hi Fellows,

I just spent a little time attempting to locate overhaul parts (shaft seal, gaskets, bearing) for the Zexel DCW-17BE air conditioning compressor used on early SVZ engines. No real success. I found a number of places offering "reconditioned" compressors, but couldn't find a source for parts.

Rock Auto looked promising as they had both the bearings and the seal kit listed - but, what came in the post looks all wrong.

Has anyone been able to fine a source?

Tapani · #2 12-10-2011, 11:07 AM

I'm interested in this too..... the cheapest brand new OEM compressor I've found is around 700 USD.

Mine ain't leaking, but doesn't do a good job anymore..... I think the internal electric actuator (variable discharge) is not functioning.

Would be interesting to take it apart but I too need the seals and gaskets

Tapani

92snowmachine · #3 12-10-2011, 03:47 PM

even if you locate a seal kit it's very difficult to rebuild without the proper tools. they have special pullers and installers for the seals to avoid damaging them. i happen to have the compressor tools but wouldn't recommend buying them, they cost more than a compressor and then you still have to do all the work. it is possible to do without the tools but difficult even if you are skilled. then you won't know if something isn't quite right until after you put it on and recharge the system.

JWPATE · #4 12-10-2011, 04:08 PM

In searching around it seems that perhaps more than one compressor was used. Several sites list different units for '92-93 than for 94-97. The early one I have is Zentex DCW-17BE. Anyone have a later car, and know what the compressor numbers are? Anyone know which is a better compressor?

JWPATE · #5 12-10-2011, 04:15 PM

I already have it apart. Fairly straight-forward work, as compressors go. All moot however, since the parts cannot be found.

92snowmachine · #6 12-10-2011, 04:34 PM

the later compressors are probably better if you plan on using r134a but if you wan't r12 use the older compressor. r12 is really expensive but a much better refrigerant. did you find anything wrong with it when you took it apart? if you can reseal without the tools then all the better, was advising from experience because the smallest knicks or misalignment and ruin the seals.