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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 02:16 PM
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Well if the title didn't give it away im planning on removing the a/c from my '95 camaro. The compressor looks pretty simple to remove. I already have the delete pulley i got from the dealer i work at so im good there. I was just wondering if you guys have any tips on removing the condenser. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 03:23 PM
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Ummm unbolt the lines that go to it and viola you take it out. It's not too hard just takes a little cursing. Now getting the lines that go from the compressor to condensor and vice-versa are ridiculous, have fun with those. All in all you are gonna have bruised knuckles.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 03:28 PM
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That simple huh. Well i feel a little stupid, someone told me it was a pita. Anyway, thanks for responding.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 03:33 PM
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That's it, it is a pita, but fairly simple. Make sure all the lines are disconnected, the top air dam is off and get a good hold of it from the front- then it should come off. Really the hardest thing was getting my hand around to the A/C compressor and yanking the lines out
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 03:42 PM
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Sounds like it just takes a little patience and small hands. If thats the case i should be alright. Im also going to put it up on a lift for better access underneath.
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Good idea, b/c that way you don't have the wrong angles I did just having it on jackstands. Have fun and don't forget to plug the holes in the evap block the the lines leave or you'll have goop running outta them.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 03:57 PM
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Will do man, thanks for the pointers.
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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 05:20 PM
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Once the condenser is removed, you may want to install some aluminum spacers to duct the air and prevent an air leak. The photos tell the story.

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Old Jan 21, 2008 | 05:31 PM
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Thats a good idea. Where might i find one of those and roughly how much am i looking at pricewise?
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ya'll do this with the radiator in the car???
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I did. It wasn't too bad.
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To take the AC out...Dremel and a 6-pack..
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