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Old 08-22-2013, 02:29 PM
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AC blows 75 degree air...yesterday blew cold.

Under hood see line of thrown "grease" or something on hood under wrap. what gives?
 
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Did you check all of your connections? Lines, etc?
 
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Old 08-22-2013, 08:18 PM
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Is the grease directly above the compressor? If so, the front seal needs replacement. If you still have the OEM Harrison HT6 compressor, you might want to consider a Sanden compressor, MUCH better design.
 
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Old 08-23-2013, 09:39 AM
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Thanks for replies...Razor, I am not a mechanic. I had the AC overhauled 2 yrs ago, I think with new compressor...Hook, yes. A thin line right above the belt. Does it mean less than new compressor?
 
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Old 08-23-2013, 09:28 PM
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Classic symptom of the front seal leaking. It can be repaired, but with parts, refrigerant, & labor, plus the fact that the case seals are a poor design, probably be less expensive, and better in the long run, to install a Sanden compressor. They bolt right on, no modifications necessary.
 
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