Tuesday, January 29, 2008 - 04:09 pm, by: Tim Wilson(Tim)
I got the A/C regassed last week, but it leaked out in a matter of days. Took the car back today and they've found the leak on a hose which is connected to a small auxiliary motor?!?! Apparently it's not the compressor, but a small motor in-line with the hose. The hose is being taken off, but even the mechanic's aren't sure who to go to to get it fixed, they're going to send the hose to Highgate (Automotive A/C specialists).
Just wondering if anyone has any idea which hose and small auxiliary motor they're referring to, and where's a good place to get a replacement hose or to get it repaired?
Tuesday, January 29, 2008 - 04:12 pm, by: Jason Underwood(Jay666)
Go to any ENZED store, Pirtek or any other hose and fittings shop. They will be able to make you up one in about ten minutes, if they can't, they don't know what they're doing.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008 - 04:52 pm, by: Tim Wilson(Tim)
Don,
I haven't seen the part described or the hose yet (I'm stuck at work, will be checking it out tomorrow afternoon). I'll try to get a picture of it tomorrow when I see it though, I just thought someone might know what this motor thingy is by my not so great description.
What is the part circled in the picture? If it's that part, then apparently the leak is coming from the hose attached to it!
Cheers
Tim
Don Bagnall Moderator New Zealand I have WAY less Soarers than Hayden :-(
Tuesday, January 29, 2008 - 05:09 pm, by: Tim Wilson(Tim)
Just about to head home from work, I'll have to contact Neil to see what advice he can offer (unless you read this first Neil and can offer your advice through here! )
Tuesday, February 12, 2008 - 04:29 pm, by: Tim Wilson(Tim)
Well, I called Castle Hill Toyota and they quoted me $900ish ex Japan, then I called CMI Toyota here in Adelaide and they quoted $850ish ex Japan. However, the assembly was sent by my mechanic to Highgate Air-con here in Adelaide, and they managed to source the part, including mounting bracket, for only $390+GST, and it was in the country...I don't know from where, or how they managed that price, but I jumped at it!
If you need one, I can get back in touch with the guy I dealt with and confirm that they can get more at that price.