TW> On an older vehicle one should also replace several other parts, like   
   TW> the Reciever and the Orface tube.   
   TW> Also it is nor a home project unless you have a good Vacuum pump to   
   TW> evasuate the system to get all the moisture out before recharging the   
   TW> system.   
      
   Exactly.. The mechanic also said that it isn't worth even putting in the cheap   
   compressors - they won't last even two years.  The good ones will be on the   
   expensive side.     
      
   I can't complain, my compressor still works and is going on 10 years old now.   
      
   - Mark   
      
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