Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-25 Thread Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
I agree. You could do a lot worse. On Thu, Jul 25, 2019 at 11:59 AM Max Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Probably fine. I've bought other Behr stuff, no issues. Note the review. > -- > Max Dillon > Charleston SC > > On July 25, 2019 11:46:49 AM EDT, Allan Streib via

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-25 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Probably fine. I've bought other Behr stuff, no issues. Note the review. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On July 25, 2019 11:46:49 AM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: >Any opinion on the Behr unit that FCP says is "OEM" and will fit my >W116 300SD? >

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-25 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Any opinion on the Behr unit that FCP says is "OEM" and will fit my W116 300SD? https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/mercedes-a-c-compressor-0002304711 Allan Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes writes: > 86 and up > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jul 24, 2019, at 8:36 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes >>

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2019-07-24 Thread Scott Ritchey via Mercedes
compressor, especially on Diesels. > -Original Message- > From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of MG > via Mercedes > Sent: Wednesday, July 24, 2019 7:34 PM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Cc: MG > Subject: Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD >

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-24 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
86 and up Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 24, 2019, at 8:36 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > 126 compressors are Nippondenso I think, at least the diesels are. > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

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2019-07-24 Thread Peter Frederick via Mercedes
126 compressors are Nippondenso I think, at least the diesels are. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

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2019-07-24 Thread MG via Mercedes
AH. I guess the 126 has the compressor oriented different from the 123. Clay Monroe via Mercedes wrote: Exact same mountings and position based on the spare compressor I found while digging through all the W126 goodies in my stash. Turned out I had the whole set up already but for the O

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-24 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
The oil feed is internal. I think one simply takes off the front cap, rotates it 180 degrees, and install with fresh seals. That will allow oil to flow to front seal, maybe the bearing too? Not sure of the construction. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On July 23, 2019 4:26:15 PM EDT, Clay

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2019-07-23 Thread Clay Monroe via Mercedes
Exact same mountings and position based on the spare compressor I found while digging through all the W126 goodies in my stash. Turned out I had the whole set up already but for the O rings just sitting in a rubbermaid tub. clay > On Jul 23, 2019, at 6:43 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: > > Now

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2019-07-23 Thread MG via Mercedes
Now all you have to do is find out how to spin it to get the oil pickup on the bottom when it is in it's new position on the Mercedes. MG Clay Monroe via Mercedes wrote: I rescued one from a Chebby truck at PnP. Not bad for the price and had a 12v supply in the tool box to check the clutch

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2019-07-22 Thread Clay Monroe via Mercedes
I rescued one from a Chebby truck at PnP. Not bad for the price and had a 12v supply in the tool box to check the clutch would engage. Think I paid $12. Made sure to cut the hoses far from the working bits and stopper them with a duct tape bandage to keep it sanitary clay > On Jul 22,

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes writes: > In terms of the compressor, I'll be using a genuine MB R4, which isn't > cheap. But I don't plan to do this again for the next 10-20 years. But > there are cheaper options. Where does one buy this genuine compressor? Dealer? Unfortunately there isn't

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Scott Ritchey via Mercedes
. > -Original Message- > From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of > Allan Streib via Mercedes > Sent: Thursday, July 18, 2019 1:03 PM > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Cc: Allan Streib > Subject: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD > > I am wanting to get m

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
The thing about reed valves is that they inherently one-way... -Curt On Thursday, July 18, 2019, 5:08:49 PM EDT, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: On 18/07/2019 3:32 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > They have a “valve plate” that has some circular discs that act as valves. > I’m

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2019-07-18 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 18/07/2019 3:32 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: They have a “valve plate” that has some circular discs that act as valves. I’m not sure that they’re reed valves in that sense. -D Sounds similar. Thin metal that opens and closes. ___

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2019-07-18 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
They have a “valve plate” that has some circular discs that act as valves. I’m not sure that they’re reed valves in that sense. -D > On Jul 18, 2019, at 4:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > I am no expert on these things. Do they have valves similar to the thin reed > valve

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
I am no expert on these things. Do they have valves similar to the thin reed valve type things in air compressors? I have been told that the valves in my York are suspect as the  compressor clutch kicks in and the pump runs but it does not compress as the pressure levels on high and low are

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Certainly! For example: https://www.shopcenturyautoair.com/store/c20/York.html -D > On Jul 18, 2019, at 3:59 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > Is it possible to get parts for a York and rebuild it? > > > On 18/07/2019 2:24 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote: >> Yes, I've

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2019-07-18 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Is it possible to get parts for a York and rebuild it? On 18/07/2019 2:24 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote: Yes, I've replaced Yorks with Sanden compressors in the past. I've also run cars with original Yorks. Given the choice, I usually go for the York as they're simple and super

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2019-07-18 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Since it’s not currently in play, take it off and disassemble it. You have nothing to lose at this point…. Most of these are pretty simple devices and easy to disassemble. In some cases you can even obtain replacement parts, too. While it’s a totally different compressor, I’ve rebuilt

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2019-07-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes writes: > I'm not sure sure the R4 is as robust, but I do believe those germans knew > what they were doing when they designed the brackets, pulleys, etc. There > is so much to consider from an engineering standpoint that isn't > necessarily considered when

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
Yes, I've replaced Yorks with Sanden compressors in the past. I've also run cars with original Yorks. Given the choice, I usually go for the York as they're simple and super reliable. I'd put money on them out living any Sanden compressor. They are power hungry... I might go for a sanden on a

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2019-07-18 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I suspect Jaime will opt for the York, but in my experience there’s nothing wrong with the Yorks as they’re pretty bulletproof. I’ve got the original York on the 220SEb, and it pulls a wicked vacuum and doesn’t bog the engine down, even at idle. -D > On Jul 18, 2019, at 3:02 PM, Allan Streib

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2019-07-18 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I second this. They’re cheap and it’s excellent insurance. Whenever I replace a major component I install a filter or inlet screen in the compressor. -D > On Jul 18, 2019, at 1:59 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > If the compressor is damaged, do yourself a favor and have a

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I am leaning towards keeping R12. If the system doesn't leak, I agree that it's not a significant cost and that's what it's designed for. My question on the Sanden vs. original was thinking that perhaps a modern compressor is better than 1970s technology, from the standpoints of longevity,

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Craig via Mercedes writes: > On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 12:59:13 -0500 Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > >> If the compressor is damaged, do yourself a favor and have a filter >> installed in the suction line. That will trap any shrapnel floating >> around, it's impossible to get it all out.

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2019-07-18 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Thu, 18 Jul 2019 12:59:13 -0500 Peter Frederick via Mercedes wrote: > If the compressor is damaged, do yourself a favor and have a filter > installed in the suction line. That will trap any shrapnel floating > around, it's impossible to get it all out. If you don't, the debris > will

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Peter Frederick via Mercedes
If the compressor is damaged, do yourself a favor and have a filter installed in the suction line. That will trap any shrapnel floating around, it's impossible to get it all out. If you don't, the debris will promptly trash the replacement compressor.

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2019-07-18 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> The R4 is not bad, just a little noisy and power hungry. So, where does the excess energy go? Everything we're talking about is a displacement pump, using reed valves. The only thing different is the number, size, and orientation of cylinders. (Ranging from 2 in the York to 5x2=10 in the

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
And since this is a relatively simple system, I would encourage you to replace the flexible lines. If they’re the originals they will be porous, and while the system might hold a charge for a while, it will eventually leak out over few months. New lines aren’t that expensive, you can get a

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
I'm getting ready to do this on my W116 300SD as the AC compressor went bad earlier this year. My plans are: 1. Remove compressor, expansion valve, and receiver/dryer and flush the lines, condenser, and evaporator with AC flush solvent. 2. Install new compressor, expansion valve and R/D. 3.

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2019-07-18 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Yes, correct on the compressor. Upgrade kits for installing a Sanden are out there (check on Peach Parts forum, I think there is a guy there selling kits). Is it possible to get the regular GM compressor and rotate some part (the front cover?) so it will work "upside down"? Worth looking into.

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2019-07-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I will add that this car was never "converted" to R134 it still has the original schrader valves. Allan Rory via Mercedes writes: > Hey Allan, > > When you find a compressor I know a lot of the R12 guys are using R290 or > in other words, propane and they say it blows ice cubes. Getting ready

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2019-07-18 Thread Rory via Mercedes
Hey Allan, When you find a compressor I know a lot of the R12 guys are using R290 or in other words, propane and they say it blows ice cubes. Getting ready to charge my '88 Montero wit it. Rory On Thu, Jul 18, 2019 at 10:04 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I am

[MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I am wanting to get my AC going in my W116 300SD. Has not worked since I got it. From what I can tell, the compressor is totally siezed, and I have the belt removed. These are an "upside down" GM compressor is that right? Are there better options e.g. Sanden or something else? What else should I