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AC doesn,t work : I need a ?dryer? and a gasket; DIY job?

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Old May 25, 2007 | 10:37 AM
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AC doesn,t work : I need a ?dryer? and a gasket; DIY job?

My quit working (freon leak), so I need that dryer thing and the gasket. Is this a DIY job? Has anyone done this?
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Old May 25, 2007 | 11:33 AM
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If you're system is already empty then yes it's DIY. You'll have to take it to a shop to get the air pumped out and the system refilled though. The drier shouldn't be exposed to air for very long, it'll absorb moisture, so get it refilled ASAP.
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Old May 25, 2007 | 12:43 PM
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Yeah, it is currently empty.
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Old May 26, 2007 | 04:10 AM
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I'd highly recommend just taking it to a licensed professional. How did you diagnose the reciever/dryer? Should you decide to DIY then make sure after you complete the repairs to have the system vacuumed for at least 30 minutes to rid the system of moisture as well as to find out if the system is still leaking or not.
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Old May 26, 2007 | 07:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Ironmike4x4
I'd highly recommend just taking it to a licensed professional. How did you diagnose the reciever/dryer? Should you decide to DIY then make sure after you complete the repairs to have the system vacuumed for at least 30 minutes to rid the system of moisture as well as to find out if the system is still leaking or not.
X2, I replaced the dryer myself and then took it to a shop for servicing and every shop I talked to wanted to replace the dryer again because I had changed it a month before and they wanted a very fresh one in there. Just let the pros handle it.
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