95 Celebration Aircon dismal failure

[Rob Houston]

Problem with the aircon -
1. Compressor working
2. VEM OK. (I serviced this last year after it failed miserably)
3. Cannot charge the system.
When I tried to charge the system, the compressor failed to lock on. At this point the remote charging system started to heat up! I checked the compressor with a shorting link & the clutch engaged after a few seconds but without apparently circulating anything round the system.

It is possible that the previous owner/s may have used some sort of sealant in the past. Has anybody managed to refit an aircon system or refurbished one?

I have read Glasgowjim's rip-it-out FAQ with avid interest! I have a 480 GT as a donor but the condensing radiator has a problem with the ally spacers - they are falling out with old age but even after 5 years there was still pressure in the system! I haven't got as far as ripping the evaporator and pipes off yet though.

If anybody has any pointer/suggestions I would be extremely grateful.

Rob H

[Rob Houston]

Managed to sort the aircon. Complete purge & vacuum. The recovered fluid was minimal However, no leaks - vacuum level good, temperature at main vent - 9.5c. Outside airtemp 20c. Finally got a smile going

Rob Houston