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danzuc76
Joined: 22 Jan 2008 Posts: 2 Location: West Midlands UK
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Posted: Tue Jan 22, 2008 2:32 pm Post subject: 1987 E24 635csi air con (removal) |
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Hi all, Im new to the forum so hope not to annoy anyone if my first question has been asked many times before, or seems stupid, but...
I am currently building my 6 into a monster to use as show piece to represent my newly started company (AutoPerformance Customs Ltd) and I want to know how to (and if its DIYable) safely remove the air con unit from it.
The reason is that Im looking for extra power through weight loss, my air con doesnt work anyway, and I live in England where its cold enough already.
Look forward to any responses. Dan. |
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edjack
Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Posts: 3887 Location: San Jose, CA
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Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2008 12:04 pm Post subject: |
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First thing to do is have the refrigerant removed by an A/C specialist.
The components can be removed, but you'll have to disassemble the center console to get at the evaporator. That's probably the worst of it.
I believe that the compressor is driven by its own belt, so, when you remove it, it will not affect anything else. _________________
Ed BMW CCA member since 1987 (Nr. 62319).
'97 540i 6 speed Aspensilber over Aubergine interior. |
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danzuc76
Joined: 22 Jan 2008 Posts: 2 Location: West Midlands UK
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Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2008 2:03 pm Post subject: |
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Hi, thanks for the post. I have done some research since posting the question and what you say confirms my thoughts. The system is now depressurised and I have located the compressor and will remove the belt and compressor first. I assume that I dont have to remove the whole system in one go? |
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edjack
Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Posts: 3887 Location: San Jose, CA
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Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2008 5:25 pm Post subject: |
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No, but I would cap all open fittings in case you wish to sell these components. _________________
Ed BMW CCA member since 1987 (Nr. 62319).
'97 540i 6 speed Aspensilber over Aubergine interior. |
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