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Leaky A/C Fitting - Do I need to buy a new hose??? 900 1993

posted by matt82dl on Thu Aug 29 12:05 CST 2002
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I have a leaky A/C fitting at the first high side connection, (Hose between Compressor and Condenser). I recently purchased the vehicle and it has a new condenser and SOME new lines. As far as I can tell the lines in and out of the condensor are new, the are genuine Volvo parts. The longer insulated hose between the Condenser and Compressor is original. A leak has developed in the compression fitting between the new and old hose.s. I had the system evacuated installed a new O-Ring and was very careful not to pinch it... the leak is still there. Should I just bite the bullet and buy a new hose. I am thinking that the flare or O-ring seat might be damaged. The Volvo dealer wants 150 for this hose, I would rather not, but if will ensure success I am willing to do it.

thoughts???

Matt

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Leaky A/C Fitting - Do I need to buy a new hose??? 900 1993

posted by raidman on Thu Aug 29 12:33 CST 2002
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Matt:
call FCPGroton for a better price. Also ALLOEMParts that advertises here on the brickboard. I've had real good luck having the hoses repaired on my 89 740 ($35 each) at an independent A/C supplier. I take off the hose, carry it to them, they repair it, I put it back on and then go to a regular A/C garage to evacuate, charge and check the system ($50).
Buena suerte,
el raidman

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