So, my condenser sprung a leak a few weeks back.
I've got all the parts and am ready to put it in--but it's starting to get cold.
Should I just wait til spring or am I risking things because moisture might
get in over the winter?

Thanks,
Jeff

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1984 300SD 300,000 miles--two tank WVO setup
2.88 diff & 500SEL anti-squat rear end

I'd fix it now when you can take your time, if it's left then it can be forgotten as other projects come up.

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1987 300TD 311,000M Stolen. Presumed destroyed

The A/C does pull out the condensation in the winter with a good running CC.
You might want it working for that reason.

Iam not an expert of A/C so can`t answer the moisture getting in the condensor puncture. the big guys should be along soon

Charlie

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1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works

The quicker you get the system tight the better (assuming its not holding a charge).

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1985 300D

tight is right.

A properly repaired AC should last several years with a rebuilt comp and even more with a new one. During the winter you can utilize the compressor to remove moisture from the windshield and make the car overall more comfortable. I know humidity in your area isn't bad but even with moderate humidity and an open system you may be shortening its potential by not buttoning it up.

Besides...working on cars is fun right?

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77' 300D, "Cartman" SOLD @ 150K (didn't know what I had)
83' 300SD, "The Superdon" 325k+ @ 28mpg
95 E320 wagon, "Millennium Falcon" 231k+ @ 24 Mpg
95 E300D, "Sherley" 308k @ 33.69 Mpg, currently anticipating a head
99 Suzuki Intruder "Trudy" @ 45 mpg

what is the list of things you have to replace along with the condenser?

I'd think he'd be looking at least at doing a receiver/dryer along with the condenser.

Me, I've been putting mine off, but I really need to get it done for the dehumidifying during the winter, not to mention keeping it from leaving green spots on the floor from the leaking compressor drooling leak check dye!

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Testing the cheap Mercedes axiom, one bolt at a time...

Receiver/dryer and I'll have a place here in town make a new
hose going to the compressor because of the orientation of the new fitting.
I'm pretty sure the rec/dry hose will reach, but will double check.
I think I'll do it now.

Thanks,
Jeff

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1984 300SD 300,000 miles--two tank WVO setup
2.88 diff & 500SEL anti-squat rear end

are you installing an 85 condenser, or a PF condenser?

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1985 300SD 322,000

Yes, a parallel flow condenser

Jeff

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1984 300SD 300,000 miles--two tank WVO setup
2.88 diff & 500SEL anti-squat rear end

The biggest problem with doing AC work in the winter is that you have less ambient heat to evaporate water during evacuation. If you use a micron gauge, you can tell when you're done, but if you don't, know that "standard" rules for evacuation time don't apply.