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Originally Posted by nhdoc
Just wondering delta...it seems like it might have been easier to just remove the compressor and change the clutch on the bench rather than mess with moving all the stuff in front of it out of the way.
I realize this would mean having to evac and recharge the system and you'd spend a few $$$ on refrigerant but still I have seen the procedure for the R&R of the compressor and it looks like it can be done in about an hour or so...how long did it take to do it your way?
It's weird that MB charges more for the clutch kit than an entire rebuilt compressor sells for. Even their list price for the entire compressor is only $900, or $190 more than the clutch, but I don't know if that is rebuilt or new for $900.
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It took me @4 hours start to finish including refilling/rebleeding the coolant system.
The air conditioning was working flawlessly prior to this event and I didn't want to risk creating other problems, namely leaks. I'm not set up with A/C service equipment nor do I have any experience with it. I also HATE to have other folks work on my car.
My labor is basically "Free" so I saw it as an opportunity to return the vehicle to its former status quo with minimal cost on my part. Besides, I would've STILL burned the clutch up doing it the way you suggested, as I was going for the literal "air gap" rather than the friction lining/hub clearance.
I do enjoy working on the car. Would've been nice to have gotten away with it for $150 versus $300 but it beats the Hell out of what The Stealer would've charged! Live and learn.
