[s-cars] A/C Compressor Needed

[DOUGLAS LANDAETA]

I spoke to Doyle from Hancock Industries in Texas. He has the core for
the Zexel DCW-17B (direct fit for UrS4/6) and wants $359.50 for  a re-
manufactured (not repaired or re-conditioned) A/C compressor. The core
charge is $150. His part number is 43-7021E. Warranty requires dryer
(accumulator) and Orifice be replaced. Dryer is $36.58 and Orifice is
out-o-stock.  For each additional unit requested (2 or more) he can
take 10% off that price, let’s assume that’s 10% off the dryer and
orifice as well. I can give him a list of names and he can deal with
ya’ll individually. Based upon the list consensus, this is not a DIY
job due to the refrigerant, the special tools and equipment and the
overall cost effectiveness. Anybody know the spec. labor hours for an
A/C compressor replacement? While this job is being done anything else
that is easy to do at the same time, like the belt? Doyle said
that “Four Seasons” is the largest US remanufacturer – and here I
thought it was that fabulous resort in Bali that my wife still talks
about. Sorry if I missed anyone on the subject copy list.

Doug

Robert, it's looking like that 20% re-stocking charge ain't so bad.

----- Original Message -----
From: Robert Welch <robert.welch at technologycrafters.com>
Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2003 3:49 pm
Subject: RE: [s-cars] A/C Compressor Needed

> Douglas and Scott,
>
> I forgot to mention- this unit is NOT a rebuilt item.
>
> If you find a better price, let me know, I'll try to match it.
> Robert
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Robert Welch [robert.welch at technologycrafters.com]
> Sent: Tuesday, January 21, 2003 12:08 PM
> To: 'DOUGLAS LANDAETA'; 'mungerts at uneedspeed.net'
> Subject: RE: [s-cars] A/C Compressor Needed
>
>
> Douglas and Scott,
>
> I purchased a compressor last summer when the stealer told me mine was
> kaput.  I later found out the unit was fine.  Therefore, I'm the proud
> owner of a Part #4A0 260 805AH.  My dealer gets $1300 for these. I
> did a
> little searching at the time and had a lot of trouble finding
> alternatives to the OEM inflated price.   I finally purchased it
> throughan alternative Audi shop in the Denver area.  My cost was
> $848.
>
> The unit is not from Audi, but from a US Manufacturer named "Four
> Seasons". The compressor is still shrink wrapped in the original
> plastic.
>
> If you're interested I'll sell it to either of you for $790 including
> shipping. (This will help me avoid the 20% restocking fee if I
> return it
> to the local shop)
>
> Let me know if you have any questions.
>
> Robert Welch
> Golden, CO
> 95.5 S6 Avant
> 95.5 S6 (for sale)
> 93 S4
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: s-car-list-admin at audifans.com
> [s-car-list-admin at audifans.com] On Behalf Of DOUGLAS LANDAETA
> Sent: Tuesday, January 21, 2003 10:11 AM
> To: s-car-list at audifans.com
> Subject: [s-cars] A/C Compressor Needed
>
>
> Yes, it's been below freezing for over a week, but I keep thinking NOW
> is the time to fire up the kerosene heater in da garage and
> replace the
> A/C compressor that works, but causes quite a rumbling vibration
> throughout the car. It seems to be mounted tight enough, but won't run
> smoothly. So... where do I find one of these puppies? Of course
> want the
> best replacement no aftercrap. Doug '94 S4 75000mles and a eyboard
> crap'n out on me
>
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