[Shotimes] Ford Spring Clip AC Connections

[Kevin & Cheryl Airth]

That's a steal!
Thanks.


> 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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