A&M mobile mechanic
A&M mobile mechanic
I've used Jonathan Sniezek ....Cell - (403) 921-8529.... good mobile mechanic who operates out of his van.
Young guy but very good at what he does. In addition to other work, he recharged my Civic's AC last fall at my request. Turns out there is a failed part (evaporator I think) so I will be calling him again for a charge once the part is replaced.
The fittings in those kits do not thread onto mine so I wanted to let a shop deal with it. I have no idea why not but every R12 adaptor I've used does not work
No shop suggestions?
Edit will call Jonathan
Z32 TT
1996 Integra - winter beater with studs - RIP (deer)
2002 WRX - to be sold
2010 sti - winter
you can buy the quick connect adapters at refrigeration supply but i think they are around $100
Machining, Fabricating, Welding etc.
Old thread bump. Savage Honda fit isn't blowing cold like it used to. Compressor is definetly cycling, and air is cool-ish, but not cold enough. Being the cheapskate I am, should I just get the recharge kit and go to town or pay someone to inspect?
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I got an AC recharge done for 80$ at - Calgary Auto Repair Services. Very prompt and very kind. Added leak test to check for future issues if need be.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
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I just had the wife's VW Golf tested for leaks and recharged at Budget Auto Repairs over in the NE. Place was a what you think for the area it is in (just off of 52nd and 17th ave) but no appointment needed, guys were great and $100 cash.
Those kits are the worst. They often contain stopleak which is just a horrible idea for anything (coolant system, tires, oil, A/C). The “gauge” they have is equivalent to a narrowband O2 when you really need a wideband. They also don’t give you any way of testing if the compressor is functioning properly which a shop will no doubt do (meausuring high and low side).This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
I vote no on the Canuck tire DIY kits
Inspect. You have a leak which will mean repairs. If you don't care about your car or the AC then use a recharge system.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Hell yeah. Zonda CRV...baby.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
2002, 346,00km,.. 2.4 Litres of Samurai Engineering, fully manual, cruise control, Sheek 90's style plastic interior and it even comes with a picnic table...I shit you not.
If your even in the SE, I'l take you for a spin.
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BUMP. Its getting hot and my X5 is even hotter. Need a recharge from someone that knows BMW. Recommendations?
In researching repairing my R12 AC in the Miata, I've come to realize that pretty much every shop does R134 pressure test, seal replacements, vacuum and recharges. Integra Tire was going to do mine until I got my R12 system fixed.
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Found a 2003 LS 430 that needs the AC repaired, does not blow cold air at all. I’m assuming AC compressor is shot or maybe it’s an easier fix? Any recommendations for a shop?
Last edited by Clever; 07-01-2021 at 06:56 PM.
Usually a leak, and the leak is usually just o rings on the connections. Less common is a leak from a hose or the condenser took a rock. Even less common than that would be a bad compressor. Wiring problems can also pop up in older cars AC systems.
I spoke to the sellers and Lexus diagnosed it as a failed compressor. So I think I’m going to have to pass on this car.
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Mine has a slow leak and I'm too lazy to replace seals, I just recharge it every spring. Works for summer and all good.
Can you just get a replacement from rock auto for cheap, swap it and get it recharged? Depends on the car I guess but some it's just pop the belt of, 2 bolts, 1 electrical connection, and the 2 hoses. Not the worst, though the Lexus may be a cluster fuck of stuff in the way i guessThis quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote