AC Help

Get a parts car with decent AC and swap systems.

>>17589660
is this an /o/ meme?

That's a leak. AC refrigerant is a clear gas so when it leaks out it doesn't leave a trail. You can either get a tool that detects this refrigerant and beeps faster as it detects more, or you can refill it again and put UV dye in the system so when you shine a UV light at the like while wearing special glasses the leak shows up neon green. The UV kit can be picked up at most auto stores where I live, while the tool is specialty and probably expensive. Track down the leak, replace that part recharge the system.

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>>17589647
>My first though is a leak somewhere maybe?
Yes. And it's going to be expensive as shit to fix because you own a Focus.

>>17589685
so the cost to take it in somewhere would probably be dependent on whatever part has a leak..any idea on a range of what the possible parts would cost? can a leak be patched at all?

>>17589700
fuuuu my worst fears. how expensive we talkin?

Also, would you mind explaining why its so expensive becuase its a focus?

Leaks cannot be patched. It could be the AC lines, compressor or condenser. If it is your compressor probably looking at a $5-700 bill plus a recharge fee.

Honestly just roll the windows down.

>>17589710
fuck, thats what ive been doing. im fine on my own but im driving with a girl to palm springs, CA (110 degrees) this weekend and i wanted to finally get this fixed and pleasant drive..

if i take it in, let them give me a quote and come out without paying anything? get an estimate on it and then tell them ill come back later? if its just hoses or a cheap part id do it, but if its more that a few hundred im going to tell her were taking her car.

>>17589706
The Focus is a bitch to work on. Especially if it's the compressor that needs to be changed.
Obviously, get the car checked out first, because it could just be a hose leaking instead.
The shitty part about AC problems is that you need special tools to check the system.

>>17589739
ya, thats all i was finding on google results of how to check it too. its fine to take it in and just get a estimate without having to pay them anything? or will they charge to look at it?

If you bring it to a shop (at least what mine does) we will fill the system with dye and then look for the leak. So it will still run you something. We charge $79 Canadian.

Your best bet is get some insta fill in a can and use that if you wanna keep the lady cool.

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>>17589739
ps, thanks for your help.

>>17589751
ya, i guess let it run through the day before and stay cool at least on the way there. smart idea. thanks a ton!

>>17589739
Is the compressor on the bottom of the engine? Might not be to bad to do if you just drop the subframe for easier removal. Never done the Focus A/C before. Here in Newfoundland people only use it 2-3 months of the year anyways.

Rent a car for $50 that day you drive the girl. Sweat your ass off the rest of your days.

>>17589760
ya, being in southern california, this is a real bitch for me. were just starting the high heat months till october probably

What are some good cars where fixing the ac is cheap? I can think of a crown vic and a Camry.