[Shotimes] Ford Spring Clip AC Connections

[Steve Weinrich]

That little red vacuum pump is available from Harbor Freight for under $15
regular price.  It's on sale this week in their retail stores for only $9.97

Steve

----- Original Message -----
From: "Kevin & Cheryl Airth" <clubairth@peoplepc.com>
To: "Peter Maggiacomo" <gtsrider@yahoo.com>; <shotimes@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2003 10:55 PM
Subject: Re: [Shotimes] Ford Spring Clip AC Connections


> Pete:
>  There are various kinds. I have a KD brand. It's kind of like a scissor
> with all 4 sizes on one small tool. I don't think it was over $15.
AutoZone
> might have one on their loaner tool program. I also just learned that
> O'Riley has started a loaner tool program too.  I would go ahead and DIY.
> Just be sure and minimize the time the system is open to the air. Don't
want
> your new dryer to absorb too much moisture. Also the longer you pull a
> vacuum the drier the system will be. That's why I got a compressed air
> powered vacuum pump for under $50. Works great but does eat the air. Pull
> the system down and let it set overnight to check for leaks. The A/C shops
> are always too busy to really give it enough time.
> Here is the vacuum pump:
> http://www.ackits.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vacuum
>
> Here is the release tools:
> http://www.ackits.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Spring
> But I found this kind too big and bulky.
>
> .
> .
>
>
> > Guys, trying to figure out if it's worth it to buy
> > tools to remove and install ac connector spring clips.
> > Anyone have any experience with replacing ac connector
> > seals? I'm thinking of replacing ac hose seals and or
> > entire ac hose and put in new accum./drier myself.
> > Then bring it to a shop for evac. and charge.
> > Any thoughts on this? Thanks.
> > -Pete
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