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How big is the Chrysler RV 2 air conditioner compressor?

How big is the Chrysler RV 2 air conditioner compressor?

This compressor was the mainstay for all of Chrysler’s factory air conditioning systems from the early ’60s up into the late ’70s. Some of the A/C-equipped pickups also used the RV-2 in 1980. The compressor is heavy, weighing in at over 40 pounds.

What kind of air conditioner compressor do I need for Mopar?

For performance Mopar cars with original air conditioning, some enthusiasts wanting a lighter compressor that requires less horsepower have converted their existing RV-2 compressor with a Sanden compressor using a changeover kit available from Classic Auto Air.

What can cause an air con compressor to fail?

The compressor therefore is a vital part of your A/C system and as a consequence can suffer from a number of faults such as a clutch failing, or valves being damaged, lack of oil or too much oil. Any number of issues can occur.

What kind of oil does an air conditioner compressor use?

Automotive air conditioning compressors require specific types of lubricants. Most 1996 and newer A/C systems use R134a refrigerant and require some type of PAG (polyalkylene glycol) oilfor the compressor. If the wrong type of compressor oil or the wrong viscosity compressor oil is used, it may damage the compressor.

This compressor was the mainstay for all of Chrysler’s factory air conditioning systems from the early ’60s up into the late ’70s. Some of the A/C-equipped pickups also used the RV-2 in 1980. The compressor is heavy, weighing in at over 40 pounds.

For performance Mopar cars with original air conditioning, some enthusiasts wanting a lighter compressor that requires less horsepower have converted their existing RV-2 compressor with a Sanden compressor using a changeover kit available from Classic Auto Air.

Where can I buy parts for a Blue Bird bus?

Only Blue Bird and our 250 affiliated dealers can identify and provide the same high-quality parts that were used to build your bus. Whether you’re replacing brake pads or rotors, crossing arms or stop arms, a heater motor or a seat cover, a window or a bumper, your local Blue Bird dealer will have the correct parts in stock.

How are air conditioners attached to a compressor?

The air conditioning hoses are attached to the compressor on the front and rear by means of small two-bolt flanges. These flanges are sealed with a steel-shim gasket, and most applications will feature a muffler assembly as part of the liquid hose assembly, which bolts to the front of the compressor.

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Ruth Doyle