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Model specific boards => Golf mk2 => Topic started by: knobby on 16 June 2005, 10:23
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Hi Guys
I have recently brought a Mk2 Golf 8v that came with air con, its not working as its been disconnected, power from it has been cut and pipes have been undone and taped up, also the pump as been disconnected and cabled tied to stop it going round.
Not that i really need it this due to the dull weather but any ideas if you think i would get it going again, or any complications with this. I know MPG will increase not to bothered bout that.. I was bothered bout it.. I'd be driving a diesel. So yeah, what you recon give it a go and try and get it working again?
Thanks for help in advance....
Cheers
Dave..
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maybe it has seised up? contact the stealers for prices and search google, if it is stupidlly expensive then don't bother :)
If it does work, take it all out and post to me :) LoL
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Probably uses old type refrigerant that's no longer available. Newer (ozone friendly) type has smaller particles and leaks more easily. Old style air-con (R12) is obsolete.
KKK
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KKK - thanks for the info..
So do u know if i can modify my system with new parts to get it working agian?
Cheers
Dave
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Air-con refrigerant also contains lubricant for the seals in the system. Without this, I suspect the seals will be shot. There's an outside chance the system will hold charge, but you'd be lucky.
KKK
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Ok... back to this post... Now the hot weather has arrived... i really wanna get this air con working... Anyone recommend anyone for parts.. or advice on what i need to do to get it workin??
Cheers
Knobby..
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i also want aircon. aynone got a setup lying about for Blue :smiley:
Bypass the aircon pipes to the engine's airbox. make it go faster :laugh:
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Even though the old R12 gas is obsolete they should be able to convert it to run the newer R134a, normally involves replacing all the seals, the expansion valve and the receiver/dryer, they add the lubricant to the system as they re-fill it.
If your heater slider has the ice symbols on it then you have factory aircon, a lot of dealers fitted the aftermarket kits and these normally have the switches in the area by the heated rear window switch etc.
I would say that if your car has been used with the system open to the air then most of it will be shot, the pipes have been disconnected and you may have got moisture into the unsealed system and this can cause problems with rusting. Your best bit is to go to an aftermarket place and get a quote as to what you might need as they normally stock parts that are cheaper than the original VAG supplied ones.
My '91 16V has factory aircon on it so if you need any help with part numbers etc give me a shout, I need to get mine recharged anyhow as its now not blowing out cold when the ambient temperature is high.
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know of any aftermarket places online mate?
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UPDATE: -
Well just been to my local A/C specialist and they recon the compressor has ceased up and needs a new compressor, they recon fitted will be able 600-700 quid. Not sure it would add that much value my golf.. ummm..
ANYONE OUT THERE GOT A WORKING COMPRESSOR???
he he
Knobby!
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you could try a scrappy?
btw. i had my air-con recharged yesterday. i spoke to the guy about the older R12 stuff and he showed me a little kit they sell to convert. like a poster said above its basically 2 valves and some oil.
a little more information about costs for what i did etc here under yesterdays date > http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=20658.msg187799#msg187799