Report: Installing GPD (Global Parts Dist.) 9612779 A/C Compressor & Component Kit
#11
I just did this on a Trailblazer. And have done my truck multiple times. This post makes the job seem much more than it is. It's all really simple stuff. 5 bolts to remove the compressor and the lines to it. Pull the radiator that takes about 20 minutes. Replace and hook up lines. Even replacing the lines, orifice tube and drier only takes a few minutes. Then pull a vac on the system and fill with freon.
It's not nearly as involved as the OP's post makes it out to be. I don't even think the factory service manual is that tedious.
It's not nearly as involved as the OP's post makes it out to be. I don't even think the factory service manual is that tedious.
As for the difficulty? Well, in in principle it is a pretty straight-forward job but I find working on our Blazers can have a high "tedious"/"annoying" factor due to the lack of room to reach parts due to how cramped the engine compartment can be. It doesn't help that I'm working in a one-car garage. LOL
#12
I just did this on a Trailblazer. And have done my truck multiple times. This post makes the job seem much more than it is. It's all really simple stuff. 5 bolts to remove the compressor and the lines to it. Pull the radiator that takes about 20 minutes. Replace and hook up lines. Even replacing the lines, orifice tube and drier only takes a few minutes. Then pull a vac on the system and fill with freon.
It's not nearly as involved as the OP's post makes it out to be. I don't even think the factory service manual is that tedious.
It's not nearly as involved as the OP's post makes it out to be. I don't even think the factory service manual is that tedious.
https://blazerforum.com/forum/genera...-blazer-74022/
Last edited by LesMyer; 06-25-2018 at 08:26 AM.
#13
I just did this on a Trailblazer. And have done my truck multiple times. This post makes the job seem much more than it is. It's all really simple stuff. 5 bolts to remove the compressor and the lines to it. Pull the radiator that takes about 20 minutes. Replace and hook up lines. Even replacing the lines, orifice tube and drier only takes a few minutes. Then pull a vac on the system and fill with freon.
It's not nearly as involved as the OP's post makes it out to be. I don't even think the factory service manual is that tedious.
It's not nearly as involved as the OP's post makes it out to be. I don't even think the factory service manual is that tedious.
George
Last edited by GeorgeLG; 06-25-2018 at 10:08 AM.
#14
I didn't catch that. That's a very good question? Did you have trouble with new compressors going bad?? Inquiring minds want to know.
Last edited by LesMyer; 06-25-2018 at 02:16 PM.
#15
Christine, I appreciate all your posts on your projects. I esp. like the step by step how to's and even more, the part no's. I know if my Blazer doesn't have that particular problem right now, it will eventually. I like the detailed info you share in your posts. Thanks, Jim in
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#16
Christine, I appreciate all your posts on your projects. I esp. like the step by step how to's and even more, the part no's. I know if my Blazer doesn't have that particular problem right now, it will eventually. I like the detailed info you share in your posts. Thanks, Jim in
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Thanks for your support and comments. Like I said above, I like to think that by doing a quality write-up, I'm paying forward the debt I have to those who did similar posts that I used in the past. It makes me happy to think what I write is of some use and can save someone else having to learn things the "hard way". LOL
Christine
#17
Redesigned GPD AC hose pn 4811526
So I've been in communcation with GPD and I got the following pictures showing their older and now newer design for the AC hose. This redesign has a lower arch for one of the rigid tubes so that there will be no interference with the underside of the hood and has no muffler which means it can be flushed if needed. Hopefully if you do your repair correctly, you will never have to do that though.
Here are the pictures:
Older design on left, newer on right.
Older design on left, newer on right.
Here are the pictures:
Older design on left, newer on right.
Older design on left, newer on right.
#18
I looked over your list and I was surprised how inexpensive it was. For everything, including a belt, and all of the connectors for the transmission and oil coolers it is $280.42 delivered. I need to save that list in case my "failing" compressor ever kicks the bucket.
#19
I looked over your list and I was surprised how inexpensive it was. For everything, including a belt, and all of the connectors for the transmission and oil coolers it is $280.42 delivered. I need to save that list in case my "failing" compressor ever kicks the bucket.
Yeah, it wasn't too bad. The quote I got from the local shop for replacing only the compressor was over $750.
This is why I posted this list so that people could learn from my experiences and have the job go easier for them.
#20
I got the new AC hoses from GPD yesterday. I sent them a quote to have it replaced and I'm hoping they will reimburse me for that cost.
In the mean time, I found a piece of wood with notch in it that fit over the tubing and I was able with it and a hammer introduce some more bend into the tube arch. This I think reduced the total height above the compressor by about 0.20". It might be enough to clear the underside of the hood and I was able to do it without adding any kinks to the tube. I put a piece of blue masking tape on the top of the arch so that I could easily see if it rubs against the underside of the hood. After a drive around town this afternoon, it all seemed ok.
In the mean time, I found a piece of wood with notch in it that fit over the tubing and I was able with it and a hammer introduce some more bend into the tube arch. This I think reduced the total height above the compressor by about 0.20". It might be enough to clear the underside of the hood and I was able to do it without adding any kinks to the tube. I put a piece of blue masking tape on the top of the arch so that I could easily see if it rubs against the underside of the hood. After a drive around town this afternoon, it all seemed ok.