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Search Auto Parts Search A/C Problem -- Using System Sealer Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> AC Auto Repair Help Forum Sultan6 New User Jul 26, 2009, 6:11 AM Post #1 of 5 (1791 views) A/C Problem -- Using System Sealer Sign In 2002 Winnebago Sightseer, Ford V-10 chassis, 47K miles I have a problem in that the vehicle A/C system looses freon over the course of about three or four months. My mechanic thinks that the leak is in the condenser coil but he doesn't see how access to the area can be achieved without tearing apart the dashboard. And that is only to gain access to the coil in order to diagnose the problem. He recommends charging the system at the beginning of the season. I have seen can of freon and also an A/C system sealer in the car area of Walmart and wondered whether (1) recharging is a good do-it-yourself project and (2) whether the sealer would be a good idea. Any advice is appreciated. Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jul 26, 2009, 9:20 AM Post #2 of 5 (1788 views) Re: A/C Problem -- Using System Sealer Sign In First of all, the condenser is not in the dash, it's in front of the radiator. I would forget about the sealer. All that stuff will do is plug up the system and everyboody's recovery equipment. You just need to change the leaking parts. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. Sidom Veteran / Moderator Jul 26, 2009, 11:05 AM Post #3 of 5 (1783 views) Re: A/C Problem -- Using System Sealer Sign In In Reply To (2) whether the sealer would be a good idea. Any advice is appreciated. Bad idea...........fix the leak.......... Sultan6 New User Jul 26, 2009, 2:27 PM Post #4 of 5 (1770 views) Re: A/C Problem -- Using System Sealer Sign In Sorry. I meant "evaporator." That is in the dash, I think. Anyway, thanks for the advise. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jul 29, 2009, 3:10 AM Post #5 of 5 (1762 views) Re: A/C Problem -- Using System Sealer Sign In Most evaps would be in the dash of an orig Ford chassis. Ditto on the sealer - bite the bullet and pay to fix it. Be sure it's leaking there and you aren't getting fooled as it is labor intensive. IMO - sealer attempts should be reserved for last ditch try on systems that won't be fixed if it doesn't work and marked as they can destroy service equipment so mark the vehicle if used please. They can but the next repair could be a whole system depending on sealer used as some react to exposure to air so if a rock went thru your condenser (front item) then it could mess up EVERYTHING! T   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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