A/C manifold tube busted 260E, need advice!! - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

IZELJIC · #1 06-23-2003, 01:28 PM

Guys, I managed to pinpoint the problem to my air conditioning trouble. I have a leak in my A/C compressor manifold tube. The dealer lists it @ $800 and none of the junk yards I called carry the part. I desperately need to fix my A/C since I drive a lot during the hot and humid days.

If anyone has it for sale or knows of one I am seriously willing to talk to you.

Thanks.

joe p · #2 06-23-2003, 04:00 PM

Check with Phil at fastlane. 103-130-32-57 if yours has a fuel cool.

Joe

RickM · #3 06-23-2003, 04:04 PM

Is the part aluminum?

If so you may want to try this route to repair.
Very easy to use... http://www.muggyweld.com/super5.html

RickM · #4 06-23-2003, 05:18 PM

A less expensive product is Alumaloy at $45 for 1 1/2 pounds.
800-917-weld.

http://www.alumaloy.com/

J.HIDALGO · #5 06-23-2003, 11:04 PM

Take it to a place where they fix hydralic hoses, like aeroquip. They should be able to fix your problem.

IZELJIC · #6 06-25-2003, 05:58 PM

How difficult is to remove the A/C manifold hose? Does anyone have any pictures as to what it looks like? I would like to do it myself but I need to know whether I can do it or does it require special tools? My ex-mechanic in California told me that he can get it rebuilt for about $70 and that's way cheaper than paying $800 to dealer.

I really need your help now.

Thanks, Igor.