How do you replace a high pressure air conditioner?

Difficulty

Open the hood and locate the vehicle’s A/C lines or hoses.
Disconnect the negative battery cable using an open ended wrench.
Recover any refrigerant (discharge A/C system) with an A/C machine.
Remove damaged A/C lines or hoses.
Install the new o-rings, A/C line, and hose.
Reconnect negative battery cable.

Can you JB Weld an AC line?

JB weld wont do the job, BUT there’s a putty that is made with 80% aluminum powder and 20% epoxy. This stuff is soo hard and bonds so well you can drill and tap into it.

What is the best adhesive for aluminum?

Bonding compound: Loctite Weld Another option for gluing metal is Loctite Epoxy Weld Bonding Compound. A convenient alternative to welding, it’s the strongest solution for bonding most metals, including iron, steel, aluminum, brass, copper, and pewter.

How do I replace my AC discharge line?

Open the hood and locate the vehicle’s A/C lines or hoses.
Disconnect the negative battery cable using an open ended wrench.
Recover any refrigerant (discharge A/C system) with an A/C machine.
Remove damaged A/C lines or hoses.
Install the new o-rings, A/C line, and hose.

How much does it cost to replace AC lines?

The average cost for air conditioning refrigerant line replacement is between $540 and $567. Labor costs are estimated between $105 and $132 while parts are priced at $435. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your specific vehicle or unique location. Related repairs may also be needed.

Can you use an fittings for AC lines?

thanks. There are braided-type hoses and fittings made for AC use, but the usual stuff you use for oil hoses, etc. will not work. Refrigerant molecules (especially R-134a) will seep right through most rubber hoses and the AN flare fittings as well.

Can I use an lines for AC?

Do not use any rubber lined hydraulic braided hose for AC applications. The freon will permeate through the rubber in no time, and the system oil will eat the rubber up. Make sure it is made specifically for AC.

Can AC hoses be repaired?

Rubber hoses are flexible and versatile, and are fairly easy to repair, but the rubber decays over time. Rubber AC lines should be checked periodically for damage, and repaired immediately whenever necessary, otherwise you might find yourself driving during a hot day without the benefit of a cool breeze.

What is reduced barrier AC hose?

Reduced Barrier A/C hose is a newer style of hose that has a much thinner wall and therefore smaller outside diameter. The advantage to this type of hose is in its easier routing due to its smaller size and ability to be clamped as well as crimped. Also ideal for R134a and R12 applications.