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SeanPlunk
04-11-2011, 03:39 PM
Since I've had the Cobra, I've had problems with the AC. Paul found two leaking o-rings about 2 years ago and replaced them. It blew cold for a while and then gradually got warm again. He filled it up again, and now it's doing the same thing. Clearly it has a leak from somewhere. Does anyknow have any recommendations on AC places?
SeanPlunk
04-12-2011, 11:29 AM
Anybody?
Vettezuki
04-12-2011, 12:26 PM
Anybody?

You might want to call California Auto Refrigeration (I think that was there name). They don't do service anymore, just sell parts for EVERYTHING ever made. But I imagine they should be able to refer you to a quality dedicated A/C place.
SeanPlunk
05-22-2011, 09:14 PM
Yeah, it doesn't basically work at all now. I need to figure out something, but don't want to spend a fortune. I think I'm going to hit up Paul again first :)
Shaolin Crane
05-23-2011, 10:55 AM
I can fix it for you, sounds like you have a leak. At minimum you're going to need a new accumulator, I'll dye the system and find the leak, fix it, vacuum it, and recharge it.
SeanPlunk
05-23-2011, 11:07 AM
I can fix it for you, sounds like you have a leak. At minimum you're going to need a new accumulator, I'll die the system and find the leak, fix it, vacuum it, and recharge it.

What does the accumulator do? The system runs fine. When it was recharged it blew ice cold. The motor is still running, it's just warm air. Do you think it could be just a leak?
kdracer73
05-23-2011, 11:59 AM
The accumulater absorbs moisture(water vapor) in the system...moisture is bad ! If you have a leak, moisture can be introduced into the system. It is reccomended the accumulater be replaced anytime the system is open.
Shaolin Crane
05-23-2011, 12:05 PM
Ditto what Paul said, I get a pretty decent price on parts and whatnot, I sent you a text, feel free to call me about it.
Shaolin Crane
05-23-2011, 12:11 PM
Called my parts guy and an accumulator is $34, still waiting to hear back on the freeon
Shaolin Crane
05-23-2011, 12:17 PM
Wow, thanks to kommiefornia each can is $18.99 with a $10 core charge now, you'll need 3ish cans, so after the core return is about $9 a can
SeanPlunk
05-23-2011, 02:50 PM
Guy,

Thanks so much for the offer and work so far. I'll definitely take you up on it, but probably not until sometime in June. Wife says money is tight right now and wants me to wait a few weeks. I'll save your # though and get back to you ASAP :drink:
Shaolin Crane
05-23-2011, 04:46 PM
As long as its not the week of the 3rd(that's my bday) and I don't do shit that day