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#593242 - 04/14/13 12:18 AM Not just any Sat Nite vid ~
Lea Offline
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Registered: 08/18/06
Posts: 10539
Loc: Texas

The compressor in my outside AC unit is totally toast. The fuel pump in my Ford Explorer shorted out.

The weather down here is unnaturally cool. I have a semi-reliable neighbor who can maybe, probably get the car running again.

WTF else can happen? I refuse to consider the possibilities. I’m amazed at how easy it is to live with this shlt. I’m walking two miles and back for groceries. I'm sleeping with the windows up and the dogs in bed . . . Oh, wait. They always sleep with me. Damn, am I ever glad that got to be a habit wink

Anyway, I expect a paycheck will come over the horizon like the GD calvary any day now.

So. In light of one of the worser weeks I’ve had in a long time, I give you a Texas classic.

Damn. Just MFkn’ Damn.




Heavy Sigh and MuchoLoveLea
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#593244 - 04/14/13 01:18 AM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: Lea]
NucleusG4 Offline
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Registered: 04/20/02
Posts: 12486
Loc: Miami, Fl.
What year Ford Explorer?

Here's some YT vids that may help.

http://www.google.com/search?client=safa...667&bih=882

I know this is for a Ford F150 but the tip may still apply to an Explorer.
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#593249 - 04/14/13 01:47 AM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: NucleusG4]
Lea Offline
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Registered: 08/18/06
Posts: 10539
Loc: Texas
Whoa! Nuc, you and that guy are my heroes tonight. I won't bore y'all with the details unless y'all ask [hint . . . hint . . . ]

I guarantee I'll have my head under the hood tomorrow. Sweet Jesus, gentlemen? Please, and trust me on this ~ Teach your ladies everything you know, because . . . you just never know when they'll need it.

So, any input on replacing the compressor on my AC unit? I'm as serious as a MacBabe in distress can be. High voltage doesn't scare me. Seriously, how hard can this be?

If it helps, I'm not afraid of anything anymore. I'm so fkn' ready to move beyond "woman has to call somebody" syndrome. Classic Case of Very Seriously, y'all.

MuchoLoveLea




Edited by Lea (04/14/13 01:50 AM)
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#593250 - 04/14/13 01:59 AM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: Lea]
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Registered: 02/21/07
Posts: 3284
Loc: Missouri
Replacing the compressor is no big deal...couple of bolts, but you will need to evac the system to remove any contaminates...a set of A/C recharge hoses...if your old system is R-12 fitted get a conversion kit to R134a...' cause R-12 freon is real hard to find and requires a federal permit. oh and prime the new compressor before you start the vehicle...the oil needs to circulate completely in the system before start up..or you get a knocking compressor.



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#593251 - 04/14/13 02:22 AM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: Pirate]
Lea Offline
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Registered: 08/18/06
Posts: 10539
Loc: Texas

God bless! Pirate? Can you separate that advice a little bit? Pretend you're writing "How to replace an AC compressor on the outside unit for a MacBabe dummy."

I'd also appreciate follow up advice on how to fkn' rule my car under the hood.

Gentlemen, start your engines and save this MacBabe. I promise, she's worth it.

smile
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#593252 - 04/14/13 02:44 AM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: Lea]
Pirate Offline
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Registered: 02/21/07
Posts: 3284
Loc: Missouri
Here is a good video on how to...for face to face help stop by O'Reilly, Auto Zone or NAPA parts store..they will have all the stuff you will need to do the job...and some of the counter people are ASE certified, also get a good manual like Chiltons, one for your vehicle and one for a/c in general lots of photos and step by step info

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#593255 - 04/14/13 03:02 AM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: Pirate]
Pirate Offline
Old And In The Way

Registered: 02/21/07
Posts: 3284
Loc: Missouri
wait you are replacing your house a/c??thats another story. check for city/county ordinances you may not be able to do it your self but if you can....its like a car compressor only larger...


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#593256 - 04/14/13 03:10 AM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: Pirate]
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Nothing comes of nothing.

Registered: 05/25/01
Posts: 30520
Loc: PA, USA
I can't help, but I'm on the sidelines cheering.
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#593270 - 04/14/13 11:11 AM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: Lea]
steveg Offline
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Registered: 04/19/02
Posts: 27495
Loc: D'OHio
Gawdbless ya,. Darlin'. If 'twere me, my fix would be to curl up in the fetal position and just wail! shocked
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#593274 - 04/14/13 12:55 PM Re: Not just any Sat Nite vid ~ [Re: Lea]
SleeveTugger Offline
Where's the cache?

Registered: 04/30/03
Posts: 582
Loc: Minnesota
I'm cheering for ya too......and I totally agree about women knowing this stuff. That conversation has been had here recently.
I just worry that I'm too old to learn it at this point.

Been dealing with medical folks who are in charge of my Moms care in the Assisted Living facility. I'm ready to pull my hair out! I keep wondering too, who will be there to fight for me when I reach that stage. *sigh*

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