Type44 AC Compressors - Rebuilts?

[Ti Kan]

Adam A. Luy writes:
> I live in AZ, it's the time of year the we get closer to Hades, and of
> course my compressor took a poop. I was thinking about going with a
> remanufactured unit, but something tells me that AC compressor is one
> thing that doesn't reman well.
> 
> Any BTDT? Certain types I should look for or stay away from?

Early type 44s came with GM compressors and later ones are Nippondenso.
The simplest thing is to replace with the same type.  This avoids
having to swap other components like mounting brackets, hoses, and
who knows what else.

Remanufactured ones are available, I believe.  I haven't priced any for
the type 44, but sometimes new ones may not cost that much more.

> Forgot a question...can you replace just the clutch on an AC compressor?

The clutch may or may not be available as a separate spare part.  You
should check with an auto AC specialist.

-Ti