Mine just went nuts and is shot. Its currently disconected. Anyone know where I can score the cheapest AC compressor around..? None of the local junk yards have Jeeps so I'm kind of in a tough luck situation...

Also, how easy to install and recharge the system? It currently works, its just makeing so much noise

 

where are you located? If you have a 1-800-Radiator around, they are great with setting you up with a a/c kit, which will have the comp with clutch, expansion valve, reciever/dryer, the proper amount of oil and some a/c conditioner. I don't have a price for you, but check that out

 

I would say a JY would be the cheapest option

 

X2 mines from a junkyard and it works great!

 

Here is a good JY search tool. It will find whatever you need.

http://mypartshop.com/

 

Did the clutch go out or did the compressor have a catostrophic failure? You could just replace the clutch but if the compressor grenaded you should change the reciever dryer and flush the system too.

 

parts store




aka junkyard

 

What year

 

Its for a 1997 Jeep Cherokee 4.0

I'm not sure what broke but, its making a horrible noise when it isn't engaged and an even worse noise when engaged. I figured I could just replace the compressor and have the system recharged thereafter...

Not sure whats easier?

I'm going to try and find a local junkyard w/ cherokee's... the closest one to me has 0 jeeps... wtf?

 

Got an AC compressor for $50 bucks at a local used parts supplier, belt for $20 at Autozone... 30 minutes of work in my work parking lot and she is gooood to go.

 

Whats the sound your hearing when it's engaged and not engaged? are you sure it's not just the belt going out?

If its a slipping belt it will screech and when the ac pump is on it will screech worse due to having more friction on it turning the pump

Just wondering

 

i have one from a 1996 Cherokee Sport, hasnt been ran in a while but worked great how about $10 + shipping? PM me