[W126 Coupe] Nippondenso Compressor

[Dan Gardner]

Hi Folks
    Going back a couple of years,I had a R134a conversion by a mobile 
"German Factory Trained"mechanic who turned out to be illegal, unregistered 
and let the R12 into the atmosphere(I could have done that and saved a huge 
amount of money but trying to be a "Greenie"I got this clown!!).It didnt 
last long as a hose had swelled up.So I replaced the hoses with the correct 
ones for R134A and fitted new "O" rings which were also compatable.Had it 
pressure tested and regassed once again it didnt last long as now it has 
compressor seal leak.The A/C shop is quoting me $1200 to replace the 
Compressor(Non Genuine) with a new one,claiming rebuilt ones dont last.

    So I have a few choices

    1/Replace the seals on the comp(shaft wear may be an issue) myself refit 
and then get regassed
    2/Buy a new aftermarket  comp
    3/Buy a new Nippondenso comp

    I don't use this car a lot,mainly for car club use and the occasional 
weekend so the A/C seal may be prone to drying out.Any advise welcome


                                                                             
                    Kind Regards Dan Gardner 1986  560SEC  Euro (220kw)