Hmm, wrecking yard sold me a working compressor, with warranty, for $25, and
I was able to have the original style of coolant put in at Jiffy Lube for
about $175, including having a new V-belt installed, instead of having to
change the system to the R134.
Draw your own conclusion. (-;
The work isn't difficult if you wish to do a bit yourself, and just get some
shop to recycle the old refrigerant before you disconnect the original
compressor, that is if there is any refrigerant left in your system at this
point. Car was an EA82T equipped, '89 GL Turbo. Had a different style
compressor than many 80's model Soobs so took longer for one to show up in
the yard. I would think a compressor for a '90 legacy fairly easy to find.
Course, before you have all the work done, might pay to have the system
checked for leaks. Be a shame to charge it, only to have it leak back out.
For $867, I would hope the tests would all be included. It was included in
the ~$175 by Jiffy Lube also.
No idea what new compressors list for, or what remans go for either.
~B
P.S. I don't go to Jiffy Lube for my oil changes. I only went there
because I knew of one still dealing with the older style refrigerant. I
don't have pressure testing equipment, or wanna try and buy enough
refrigerant to completely charge a system.
In a sad kinda way I found it humorous to see five guys standing around
trying to fit a V-belt. One with hands small enough, and four to watch him!