Summary Issue: A/C blows cold air to all vents except the two middle ones (very low pressure).
Diagnosed (2 Opinions): Two local shops have both diagnosed the issue as requiring the entire evaporator box to be replaced. I've been told the actuators work properly, but a plastic part might be the culprit; which I'm told is part of the evaporator box. Both shops have suggested using Toyota OEM for the replacement. Problem is the OEM has been quoted by the local Toyota Dealership as $2200.
I'd rather not have it hard rigged to have the middle two work and sacrifice defrost; or another substitute that I would have to have reversed when the season changes.
Any suggested alternatives to having parts of the evaporator box repaired? Never been to a salvage yard, is that they most economical option if the entire box needs replacement? Is the Evaporator Box considered the Evaporator Housing as well?
Much appreciation for your advice,
ky_nole
Diagnosed (2 Opinions): Two local shops have both diagnosed the issue as requiring the entire evaporator box to be replaced. I've been told the actuators work properly, but a plastic part might be the culprit; which I'm told is part of the evaporator box. Both shops have suggested using Toyota OEM for the replacement. Problem is the OEM has been quoted by the local Toyota Dealership as $2200.
I'd rather not have it hard rigged to have the middle two work and sacrifice defrost; or another substitute that I would have to have reversed when the season changes.
Any suggested alternatives to having parts of the evaporator box repaired? Never been to a salvage yard, is that they most economical option if the entire box needs replacement? Is the Evaporator Box considered the Evaporator Housing as well?
Much appreciation for your advice,
ky_nole
