Hi all,
My A/C in my 1987 Volvo 760GLE hasn't worked in years (probably at least 8 years).
The car has 245,000kms, B230F, and I would like to keep this car around for another 5 years or so (at least until Alfa Romeo returns to North America/Canada!!)
So, if reasonable in cost, I'm wondering if it is worth repairing the A/C. Most of the work I can perform myself, the clutch does not kick in (no pressure in system), and I think the condenser has a hole in it.
Typically, what needs to be replaced? (other than the obvious damaged components, and O-rings/adapters for new style refrigerant).
Compressor? Evaporator? Dryer? I guess a leak test can be performed (they fill it with Nitrogen?).
A/C would be nice, I think it's gonna be a hot summer!! (Toronto summer = a few weeks of super hot temps, :( but still worth having A/C.
I believe I've got enough skill and the tools (I've got the proper tools to separate the hose connectors) to do such a repair, at least to minimize the cost. Then hoping my local shop can test it and then fill it. I think retrofits are only 80% efficient, but 80% A/C is better than none.