Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak?
Gerry wrote: Didn't you write something about replacing a compressor seal some time ago, Jim? I've not yet replaced a shaft seal. -- Jim --- Seals on the compressor are easy/peasy IF you have the special tool for removing the clutch and AFTER you get it out of the car. If there is also a speed sensor on the rear, replace that while you are there as well as the manifold seal(s). You may also want to consider replacing the clutch, and then you'll practically have a rebuilt compressor. Follow the procedure in the FTM... -Max --- On the Nippndenso compressors it's not bad, but you do need to clean fhe front very well and have a clean workspace if you do not have the tools to pull the seal parts with the front cover on. Otherwise, you pull the front cover after removing the clutch and bearing assembly, swap the bits, and put it back together. I've done two, both work fine. Peter --- Thanks, guys. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak?
The special tool for removing the clutch is pretty nifty. You can remove the clutch while the compressor is still mounted in the car. Theoretically you could replace just the seal underneath leaving the compressor in the car, but you may end up removing the radiator in order to get clearance. -Max From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com on behalf of archer Sent: Fri 7/9/2010 9:02 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak? Gerry wrote: Didn't you write something about replacing a compressor seal some time ago, Jim? I've not yet replaced a shaft seal. -- Jim --- Seals on the compressor are easy/peasy IF you have the special tool for removing the clutch and AFTER you get it out of the car. If there is also a speed sensor on the rear, replace that while you are there as well as the manifold seal(s). You may also want to consider replacing the clutch, and then you'll practically have a rebuilt compressor. Follow the procedure in the FTM... -Max --- On the Nippndenso compressors it's not bad, but you do need to clean fhe front very well and have a clean workspace if you do not have the tools to pull the seal parts with the front cover on. Otherwise, you pull the front cover after removing the clutch and bearing assembly, swap the bits, and put it back together. I've done two, both work fine. Peter --- Thanks, guys. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com http://www.okiebenz.com/ For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak?
I managed to swap the clutches on the MB and the DatHonToy compressor with out any special tool, but I did have the compressors out of the cars. I did a write up for the list several years ago. The special tool for removing the clutch is pretty nifty. You can remove the clutch while the compressor is still mounted in the car. Theoretically you could replace just the seal underneath leaving the compressor in the car, but you may end up removing the radiator in order to get clearance. -Max From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com on behalf of archer Sent: Fri 7/9/2010 9:02 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak? Gerry wrote: Didn't you write something about replacing a compressor seal some time ago, Jim? I've not yet replaced a shaft seal. -- Jim --- Seals on the compressor are easy/peasy IF you have the special tool for removing the clutch and AFTER you get it out of the car. If there is also a speed sensor on the rear, replace that while you are there as well as the manifold seal(s). You may also want to consider replacing the clutch, and then you'll practically have a rebuilt compressor. Follow the procedure in the FTM... -Max --- On the Nippndenso compressors it's not bad, but you do need to clean fhe front very well and have a clean workspace if you do not have the tools to pull the seal parts with the front cover on. Otherwise, you pull the front cover after removing the clutch and bearing assembly, swap the bits, and put it back together. I've done two, both work fine. Peter --- Thanks, guys. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com http://www.okiebenz.com/ For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak?
The special tool for removing the clutch is pretty nifty. You can remove the clutch while the compressor is still mounted in the car. Theoretically you could replace just the seal underneath leaving the compressor in the car, but you may end up removing the radiator in order to get clearance. -Max Doesn't look like there would be room without removing the radiator on the 300D; maybe on the 240D. The special tool sounds like it would be a worthwhile investment. Thanks, Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak?
Gerry stop off at Advance and Autozone and see if they have the tool for rent. I seem to remember doing that a few years ago when I needed to replace a clutch on a compressor. Manfred Date: Fri, 9 Jul 2010 09:47:34 -0400 From: archer arche...@embarqmail.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak? The special tool for removing the clutch is pretty nifty. You can remove the clutch while the compressor is still mounted in the car. Theoretically you could replace just the seal underneath leaving the compressor in the car, but you may end up removing the radiator in order to get clearance. -Max Doesn't look like there would be room without removing the radiator on the 300D; maybe on the 240D. The special tool sounds like it would be a worthwhile investment. Thanks, Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak?
Good idea, Manfred; never thought of that. I've borrowed a number of tools from Autozone. They might even be able to order the seal. Rusty doesn't carry them and GM dealer has to order them for $45. Thanks, Gerry Gerry stop off at Advance and Autozone and see if they have the tool for rent. I seem to remember doing that a few years ago when I needed to replace a clutch on a compressor. Manfred The special tool for removing the clutch is pretty nifty. You can remove the clutch while the compressor is still mounted in the car. Theoretically you could replace just the seal underneath leaving the compressor in the car, but you may end up removing the radiator in order to get clearance. -Max Doesn't look like there would be room without removing the radiator on the 300D; maybe on the 240D. The special tool sounds like it would be a worthwhile investment. Thanks, Gerry ___ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak?
Didn't you write something about replacing a compressor seal some time ago, Jim? I've not yet replaced a shaft seal. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: High pressure A/C leak?
On the Nippndenso compressors it's not bad, but you do need to clean fhe front very well and have a clean workspace if you do not have the tools to pull the seal parts with the front cover on. Otherwise, you pull the front cover after removing the clutch and bearing assembly, swap the bits, and put it back together. I've done two, both work fine. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
