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5th July 2019, 21:42 | #1 |
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A/C condenser required
Hi gents
Next up on the list of things to go wrong is the condenser. Went to get the system recharged today, no good. The channels are all loose and the fins are missing. Can fit the unit myself ok, but will need to take it to a shop to charge it.o a new condenser is about £120 from Rimmers, can be had for £80ish on the bay. As the fate of this car depends on me not spending more money on it than I can afford to throw away, have you got any recommendations? If I buy from Rimmers will it include the desiccant pack and o rings? |
5th July 2019, 21:43 | #2 |
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PM Jules, im sure he does them
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5th July 2019, 22:01 | #4 |
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Buy a genuine condenser rad from Jules, and don't worry about the O rings, a light smear of red rubber grease will allow the originals to be fitted without issue
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5th July 2019, 22:08 | #5 |
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I checked Jules' club shop, didn't look like he has any left 😕
If the o rings are your standard o ring and not a special weird MG Rover thing, can probably get a couple easily enough. Really wanted it sorted before next week, but don't see that happening now |
5th July 2019, 22:21 | #6 |
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I would PM Jules, last time I saw him, he had an awful lot, as in a complete storage container load, and as to the O rings, he'll have those too if you're unfortunate enough to damage the originals upon removal.
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6th July 2019, 07:17 | #7 |
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Thanks, I'll get in touch today then. Here's hoping... 😁
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In view of recent replies, whether it's worth spending extra money on a "genuine" part depends upon the part and the price difference. There's nothing special about an air conditioning condenser. It's basically a radiator with a bag of silica gel strapped to the side. I have an unbranded condenser bought from the internet fitted to my Citroën. It's fine. Hundreds of local garages fit aftermarket parts obtained from motor factors every day. It's only the main dealers, tied to a manufacturer's franchise, who will insist upon "genuine" parts for that reason. If you need the car repaired by next week then do the sensible thing and buy what's available at the price you want to pay. Quote:
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