[jimmyrecluse]

I'm replacing the dryer, expansion valve, compressor, all the rubber seals

Is there anything else that is recommended to be replaced along with those items?

[Brian.]

That covers it (as far as I know from a DIY perspective).

IF you're replacing due to failure, you may want to run some line cleaner though each section. I think they're called "flush kits" and are a pressurized gas that cleans out any physical contaminates (metal that could destroy the new compressor). I only just learned about this while researching getting one of my vehicles AC back up and running.

[96RedRunner]

Check the tensioner bearing only thing I can think of.

[Jakeepoo3]

Originally Posted by Brian.

That covers it (as far as I know from a DIY perspective).

IF you're replacing due to failure, you may want to run some line cleaner though each section. I think they're called "flush kits" and are a pressurized gas that cleans out any physical contaminates (metal that could destroy the new compressor). I only just learned about this while researching getting one of my vehicles AC back up and running.

Pull a vacuum on the system to remove moisture and contamination if you feel like it.

[octanejunkie]

There's a write-up on here that lists all of the parts in the process required, it is rather extensive if you want to do it to factory new condition.

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[Bad Luck]

Originally Posted by Jakeepoo3

Pull a vacuum on the system to remove moisture and contamination if you feel like it.

Pulling a vacuum is required anytime you charge an ac system after opening it or recovering the refrigerant

[Jakeepoo3]

Originally Posted by Bad Luck

Pulling a vacuum is required anytime you charge an ac system after opening it or recovering the refrigerant

I know luckers. The if you feel like it was a little sarcastic. I just installed a new HVAC system in my mom's house saved her about five grand. I'm aware. I appreciate you keeping an eye on me though 😘

[Jakeepoo3]

Originally Posted by Bad Luck

Pulling a vacuum is required anytime you charge an ac system after opening it or recovering the refrigerant

Don't forget the correct amount of PAG oil.

[Bad Luck]

Originally Posted by Jakeepoo3

I know luckers. The if you feel like it was a little sarcastic. I just installed a new HVAC system in my mom's house saved her about five grand. I'm aware. I appreciate you keeping an eye on me though 😘

The “if you feel like it” implies that pulling a vacuum is optional when it’s actually a requirement. I’m clarifying that for anyone that comes across this later.

[19963.4lsr5]

I’d replace both Schrader valves also.


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[Malcolm99]

I think you need to remove the evaporator to change the expansion valve, its not fun to get out from under the dash and usually a culprit for a leak so you may consider replacing it as part of the job since your doing the expansion valve. There is a list somewhere in the FSM that tells you the amount of PAG oil needed to add for each component that is removed

[96RedRunner]

As deep as your going get a new condenser they're all old by now.

[octanejunkie]

I believe @JerkyDrewster replaced his entire AC in his 99 before he rolled it. I don't have the energy or search skills to find the post but he listed all the part numbers, some of which were available on Amazon at the time
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[JerkyDrewster]

Originally Posted by octanejunkie

I believe @JerkyDrewster replaced his entire AC in his 99 before he rolled it. I don't have the energy or search skills to find the post but he listed all the part numbers, some of which were available on Amazon at the time
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I think you might have me confused with someone else! I think the most I did to my AC system was a standard recharge. My wife's old Civic had 3 compressors replaced in 2 years though...

[Bad Luck]

Originally Posted by octanejunkie

I believe @JerkyDrewster replaced his entire AC in his 99 before he rolled it. I don't have the energy or search skills to find the post but he listed all the part numbers, some of which were available on Amazon at the time
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I think you are thinking of bamadrewski's ac write up DIY Complete AC Replacement on 2000 T4R Limited

Your attachment doesn't work by the way.