So far in 2013 I've done the following to my 1992 245.

1. Installed new rear TAB bushings.
2. Installed new rear shocks.
3. Discovered that one of the rear IPD cargo springs is bent. Still need to get new springs.
4. Discovered the head gasket was leaking oil terribly and some coolant. Installed a new head gasket and had the head checked over at a machine shop.
5. While doing the head gasket, also did the water pump, front seals, timing belt, spark plugs, cap and rotor, plus installed a "T" cam for a little extra torque.
6. While taking the car for a test drive after getting the head gasket job completed, the odometer gear broke. Swapped in a new gear from IPD.
7. While test driving the car to see how the new odometer gear works, the AC is now not working.


So tonight I investigated the compressor. I checked the pressure switch and had 12 volts. I checked the green power supply lead to the compressor and had 12 volts. I jacked up the car and removed the belly pan. I discovered the ground wire on the compressor was off. Over the last 2 months I've moved a lot of stuff around and put new compressor bushings for mounting it and messed up by forgetting to reattach the ground. Started it up and the compressor kicked on just fine. Went for a test drive and the vents were blowing 55 degree air.