Thread: D4 A/C Compressor issue

Originally Posted by BradC

Potentially silly question, but did you get a quote from a proper vehicle AC specialist (not a chain)? Only brought it up because every time I've done that they've been able to get excellent pricing. Frankly even if they were 15% more expensive, I'd pay that for local support and warranty.

I agree, and still may get a tech to install with my imported parts, but i rang several denso resellers and they just dont stock that part in australia....

So, if you get a "tech" to install the parts you source, who is going to cover the warranty? He will cover his work, but if a part fails he won,t be covering the labour costs to replace it, or the reclaim and recharging of refrigerant.
Just my two bobs worth.
LuckyLes

Originally Posted by LuckyLes

So, if you get a "tech" to install the parts you source, who is going to cover the warranty? He will cover his work, but if a part fails he won,t be covering the labour costs to replace it, or the reclaim and recharging of refrigerant.
Just my two bobs worth.
LuckyLes

Ive been hit up before by mechanics for labour on failed parts supplied/fitted by them/their suppliers so no guarantee

Originally Posted by haydent

Ive been hit up before by mechanics for labour on failed parts supplied/fitted by them/their suppliers so no guarantee

If they supplied the part and it failed it is their duty to warrant the complete replacement, that is if it is new parts they supplied and not reconditioned or second hand ones.

It was reconditioned, but by ZF...

Originally Posted by LuckyLes

If they supplied the part and it failed it is their duty to warrant the complete replacement, that is if it is new parts they supplied and not reconditioned or second hand ones.

Not always,most warranties are parts only,possibly with freight if applicable.

Some may pay a portion of labour as a good will gesture,but many will not.

regardless, half the users wouldnt be here if it was always the best option to have all work done for you

Originally Posted by haydent

regardless, half the users wouldnt be here if it was always the best option to have all work done for you

I understand that, but buying expensive bits and throwing them at the car on what is no more than a guess is not all that smart, and most times ends up more expensive.
As an example, most Denso compressors, the same compressor body is used for a lot of vehicles, with the only difference being the clutch/pulley assembly, the ports for the hose connections, and possibly the rear plate. All of these bits are removable and can be replaced with parts from the old compressor, a bit like putting a short motor in the car. There is a certain amount of skill in doing these things that comes with experience, and a good product knowledge.
This is what people go to a specialist for. Just like we use an Indie to do or advise us on the mechanical side. A properly trained automotive a/c tech knows this stuff inside out. Not your average mobile regas guy that has no more training or product knowledge, than your average lawn mower man. (Not denigrating lawn mower men by the way)