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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 02:40 PM
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I think is is Ac related. It is leaking an orange oily substance. Not anti freeze because I use green stuff. And my A/C just went out.
What is the line called? How much does it cost. Is it a b***h to replace.
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 02:49 PM
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looks like an orange frog. do i get a prize?
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 02:50 PM
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go to photobucket and get a free account. then repost so the pics show up.
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 02:52 PM
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Are they working now?
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 03:04 PM
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looks like its the hose from the compressor to the condensor.
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 03:06 PM
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I know nothing about A/C system. Could this be why my A/C doesnt work.
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 03:15 PM
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its prolly leaked all the refridgerant out so yes it could be that cause.
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Old Jun 27, 2007 | 04:19 PM
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After I replace this piece and put a vacum on the system is there anything else I should do before adding coolant?
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