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Hey fish. I replaced mine 3 weeks ago. My whole unit was shot.
I had my system de-gassed. I then replaced the compressor my self and then got it re-gassed again after.
The compressor itself is very easy. Bolt off, bolt on. Basic nuts and bolts.
I attacked it from underneath as well as from the side. Wheel off, and then the rubber wall (if thats what you call it) off.
I replaced mine with a Jayair/Valeo branded unit.
Most consuming time spent by me was with the belts.
I had a c*** of a time with the belts. Especially putting on the aircon one. But maybe it was the way I was doing it...
Did you just take it to an aircon place to get degassed?
Cheers for the post with photos as well.
2004 4.2TDi GU ST Ute, 3" Exhaust, UHF, Lightforce Spotties, BFG All Terrains, Steel Winchbar, Winch, Dual Batts, CC Ultimate IC, 4" Snorkel, XLR8 Steps and Scrub bar