coleman air boat anchor or not
My coleman roof air died in the Black Hills. We communicated with a mobile tech who was very busy, and was unable to visit our RV but very helpful. He looked at that photos and was very sure that the ...
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RLS7201 wrote:
Repair is possible but not economical. Compressors are available and changeable and fittings can be installed to evacuate and recharge. Also a filter dryer should be installed. I am licensed and would accept the challenge if it was my AC. I find it amazing that the 2 ACs on my 95 Bounder are original and functional.
Richard
I have replaced RV AC components since 1979 when I started as a RV Tech. I have been licensed since 1980 and approved by both Dometic and Coleman. 43 years ago both Dometic and Coleman paid for Compressor and evap and condensor replacement because at $35 labor rate it was economically feasable to do. Starting about 1992, Both Coleman and Dometic STOPPED selling compressors. They determined with Labor rates that a leaker or Bad Compressor it was cheaper to replace the upper unit. So, while you may be licensed, I think it would be VERY HARD to find a Dometic or Coleman Compressor since they don't offer or sell them. Also, I would charge at least $400 to $500 labor and part(if I could find the compressor) to fix a unit. Then WHY? For $300 more you could buy a new unit with a warranty. The plain fact is, RV AC units, if a bad compressor, you replace the complete upper unit. If you have a leaker, then you have to determine if it is worth paying $200 to $300 to find and solder/brase the leak install schrader valves(NOT LINE TAPS) and evac and recharge with a dial a charge. PLUS either Freon(or 410) cost. Doug
