Question regarding A/C dryer.

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Nov 27, 2004 | 11:17 AM

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Question regarding A/C dryer.

Are these still functional once the pipes connecting to it have been removed leaving the ports open to the atmosphere?

Nov 27, 2004 | 11:25 AM

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I dont know the answer to you question but i pluged up my lines with plastic caps when I took mine out no problems here. Hardware store should have differant sizes Like the ones you use to plug hydraulic lines.

Nov 27, 2004 | 01:18 PM

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I've heard once the drier is messed with and exposed, its best to replace it. Never messed with it myself so I can't say for sure. Let us know what you find out.

Nov 27, 2004 | 02:46 PM

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No. The reciever/dryer is no longer good after it has been exposed to the atmosphere. Basically, the rule is if it hasn't been exposed for over 2 or 3 minutes, it can be reused. But generally, only a half assed mechanic would go this route during any A/C maintenance. I have seen people plug it off while working on cars, but it sounds like you've already exposed it. Replace it...

Most any shop will always replace the accumulator or reciever/dryer whenever servicing the system. The reason for it its because of the bag of dessicant inside the reciever/dryer. It absorbs trace amounts of moisture, once it's exposed, obviously it will absorb too much moisture and yeild the part useless.

Rob