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Custom A/C Hose Repair and Replacement

Send in your a/c hose for repair or replacement to guarantee a first time fitment.

Your air conditioning system works much like the circulatory system of the human body. There are six major components in any AC system. These include the compressor, condenser, receiver-dryer, expansion valve, evaporator and coolant. The coolant acts as the life blood of the system, flowing from one component to the next before returning to start the cycle all over again. To get from one part to the next, the coolant runs through AC hoses. Continuing the circulatory system analogy, these components act as the veins of the system. Hoses are specially sized and designed to allow the free flow of both hot and cold liquid and gas. These tubes are flexible and feature metal crimpings at the end to prevent coolant leaks. If you notice that your air conditioning is as cold as it should and that coolant is collecting on the ground under your car, then you likely have a leak in your tube. To fix the problem the entire line will need to be replaced.

We can custom manufacture ac hoses and re-manufacture automobile a/c hoses for import and domestic cars and trucks. We also repair hoses for all makes and modes of vehicles including A/C Hoses, power steering hoses, transmission cooler lines, and new brake lines.

We specialize in A/C parts sales including new a/c hoses to fit your every need. We have the best prices on a/c kits, new and re-manufactured a/c compressors, accumulators/receivers, dryers, expansion valves, and orifice tubes. 

·       We stock thousands of parts in warehouses across the country:

·       Over 500 accumulators and receiver dryers.

·       Over 400 a/c fittings for hose repair in stock.

·       Compressors and related a/c components.  

·       Chemicals needed for servicing and repairing a/c systems.  

·       We fabricate:

·       New custom fit a/c hoses and components.  

·       New brake hoses, both OE and custom (rubber, stainless, and colored braid)

·       New brake hard lines with double flare plus bubble end. 

·       Custom fit power steering hoses and fittings.

·       We repair: 

 ·      Power steering hoses, A/C hoses, brake hoses, transmission cooler lines, fuel lines (limited). 

 

 

 
Automobile Air Conditioning A/C Parts - A/C Compressors, A/C Condensers, Auto AC Parts, AC Compressors, AC Condensers, Auto Air Conditioning Repair PDF Print E-mail

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Aircoparts.com provides vehicle air conditioning parts and services. Our directory contains automobile air conditioning parts and informative details of automotive air conditioning specialists throughout the United States and the World. Listings include companies who offer OEM and aftermarket car air conditioning parts and installation as well as maintenance and repairs. Please click on a logo below or view the list on the left of the page to view the a/c compressor application charts for each manufacturer.

Automobile Air Conditioning Parts and Service Information

AircoParts is a supplier of high quality new and remanufactured automobile vehicle air conditioning parts to many of our competitors as well as major car parts shops through out the nation. We can install vehicle air conditioning systems as well as repair any existing malfunctioning air conditioning system .

The best way to reduce the probability of your air conditioning system breaking down is to perform reqular maintenance and service checks on your vehicle air conditioning system.

Our extensive range of vehicle air conditioning parts means we carry most makes of compressors, condensers, and receiver driers for all models of cars.

A/C Condensers:

We also carry vast range of a/c condensers for all makes and models of vehicles including the OEM and after market installations.

Whatever your needs whever it be a complete service for an exsisting vehicle air conditioning a full and professional installation of a complete vehicle air conditioning system then look no further than AircoParts.com.

A/C COMPRESSORS

Once the refrigerant is drawn into the suction side of the A/C Compressor, it is compressed and sent to the a/c condenser, where it can then transfer the heat that is absorbed from the inside of the vehicle.

The a/c compressor compresses freon into a high pressure (and since temperature and pressure are relative), high temperature gas which is then sent to the condenser for the process of removing the heat. The fact that this temperature is greater than the outside temperature allows the heat to transfer to the outside air. This then causes the "gaseous" freon to "condense" back to a high pressure liquid. This high pressure liquid is then sent to the restriction in the system (that being an orifice, or a valve of some kind) which lowers the pressure causing the liquid to boil and vaporize (thus the term "evaporator"). It is then in this low pressure gas state that it is capable of absorbing the heat from inside the vehicle and sent back to the compressor for the cycle to repeat itself.

The compressor is lubricated with special oil. It is very important to use the correct oil to the compressor and system. Some seals and gaskets may not work with some oils.

Maintenance Tips / Suggestions: Symptoms of a bad compressor or compressor clutch include poor or no cooling, and a noisy or seized compressor. Have your vehicle?s air conditioning system checked yearly by a professional technician. The A/C system also operates when the climate control system is in the defroster mode to remove moisture from the interior, so A/C is more than a summertime creature comfort. Operating an A/C system low on refrigerant not only results in poor cooling, it can also damage the system due to poor lubrication flow. Make sure that the technician servicing your car uses the correct refrigerant and refrigerant oil. Use of the wrong refrigerant or oil can reduce system performance or even cause damage.

Vehicles are found to have primarily three different types of air conditioning systems. While each of the three types differ, the concept and design are very similar to one another.

 
A/C Leak Detection PDF Print E-mail

A/C Leak Detection & Sealing

1. How do I know if I might have a leak?
2. How do I find a leak?
3. Is it safe to keep dye in the system?
4. With dye remaining in the system, will the dye show any future leaks?
5. What types of leaks will leak sealers seal, and how do they work?
6. How fast will leak sealer work?
7. How long will  leak sealers keep leaks sealed?
8. Will  leak sealers seal ANY leak? What size hole will they seal?
9. Are  leak sealers safe for my A/C system? What does "System Safe" leak sealer mean?
10. Will  leak sealers damage a mechanic's A/C recovery and recycling equipment if refrigerant is removed later?
11. How will leak sealer affect my O-rings over time?
12. Which leak sealer product should I use -- MaxiSeal, Stop Leak & Detector, A/C Leak Sealer, or one of the refrigerants containing leak sealer additives?
13. Does the leak sealer included in some refrigerants work as well as separate cans of leak sealer alone?
14. How do I know if the leak sealer is working?
15. What if I use a leak sealer and recharge my system, but it's still not blowing cold?
16. Can I use  leak sealers with an R-1 system?
1. How do I know if I might have a leak?

If your A/C is not blowing cold you probably are low on refrigerant due to a leak. Most leaks are in rubber components such as O-rings, hoses and gaskets.


2. How do I find a leak?

The best way to find leaks is with our UV Leak Detection & Sealer Kit , which provides UV dye, fluorescence-enhancing glasses and UV light, as well as leak sealer. You can also buy our UV dye separately.

3. Is it safe to keep dye in the system?

Yes. The dye will not affect A/C performance.

4. With dye remaining in the system, will the dye show any future leaks?

Yes, the dye will continue to work the same way.

5. What types of leaks will leak sealers seal, and how do they work?

Maxi Seal seals both rubber and metal leaks. The metal leak sealer works by reacting with air and condensed moisture outside the system at the site of the leak.

6. How fast will leak sealer work?

The leak sealer will take effect within 1 day of installation.

7. How long will leak sealers keep leaks sealed?

It of course depends on the nature of the leak, but typically leaks are sealed for approx 12 months of A/C usage.

8. Will  leak sealers seal ANY leak? What size hole will they seal?

They seal small holes that leak less than one can per month.

9. Are leak sealers safe for my A/C system? What does "System Safe" leak sealer mean?

Yes.  “System Safe” leak sealer is a gentle o-ring conditioner that does not destroy o-rings.

10. Will Interdynamics leak sealers damage a mechanic's A/C recovery and recycling equipment if refrigerant is removed later?

11. How will a leak sealer affect my O-rings over time?

Interdynamics “System Safe” leak sealer will rejuvenate and condition your o-rings. There is no deterioration over time.

12. Which leak sealer product should I use -- MaxiSeal, Stop Leak & Detector, A/C Leak Sealer, or one of the refrigerants containing leak sealer additives?

A/C Leak Sealer is leak sealer alone, and seals leaks in rubber components such as O-rings, hoses and gaskets.
Stop Leak & Detector has both leak sealer (for rubber components) and red dye to help you spot the location of any larger leaks that are too big to seal and require replacement.

Maxi Seal seals leaks in both rubber and metal components. It is recommended as a potential fix for older vehicles that are not candidates for mechanical repair.

13. Does the leak sealer included in some refrigerants work as well as separate cans of leak sealer alone?

Yes, and  leak sealers are specially formulated to gently rejuvenate your o-rings without damaging them.

14. How do I know if the leak sealer is working?

Your system will leak less refrigerant than it did previously.
You cannot find a leak with the UV light that was there previously.
Your system continues to blow cold air.

15. What if I use a leak sealer and recharge my system, but it's still not blowing cold?

You should seek professional help.

16. Can I use leak sealers with an R-1 system?

No. The system must be retrofitted first.

 
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