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seventhtiger

Member Since: 15 Jun 2021
Location: Vancouver
Posts: 18

A/C Removal

Hi - I have an inoperable AC unit that came with my imported defender. I am going to remove it, since the space I'll gain and the hassle to replace parts is not worth my time.

Anything I need to be mindful of when taking things out/apart? As I can see it - apart from the unit in the cab, there is the condenser to remove, the cooling rad out front, the compressor...anything else?

And before you ask...it has been drained by the previous owner so there is no issue with the AC fluid etc.

I am not sure it's a factory unit or a Wabasco (?) but it's similar regardless.

TIA.

22nd Sep 2021 5:11pm

Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3674

What model is your defender? If it’s a TDCI, the evaporator is an absolute nightmare to get to!

22nd Sep 2021 5:46pm

Bluest

Member Since: 23 Apr 2016
Location: Lancashire
Posts: 4209

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black

If you end up leaving anything in place, evaporator for example, seal any open ports/connections so the internals don’t get dirty and can then be used again by you or a future owner. 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS

22nd Sep 2021 5:49pm

Dinnu

Member Since: 24 Dec 2019
Location: Lija
Posts: 3414

2012 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 CSW Santorini Black

I believe the OP is talking about a Td5 and earlier below dash unit. It would indeed free up a lot of space if removed.

Most components have been mentioned, just an air dryer bolted to the left mudguard (or wing if you like) - unsure if it would be on opposite side on LHD vehicles.

Will also have quite a large hole (around 2", or perhaps less) in the bulkhead where the refrigerant tubing pass through that needs to be plugged, and a smaller hole for the condensed water. 1988 90 Hard Top, 19J Diesel Turbo, Shire Blue - Restoration ongoing
2012 90 CSW, 2.2TDCI, Santorini Black

22nd Sep 2021 5:58pm

seventhtiger

Member Since: 15 Jun 2021
Location: Vancouver
Posts: 18

TD5. Yes, correct Dinnu.

It seems pretty straight forward. I managed to find the install instructions so I’ll just reverse.

The system seems to sit independent of any systems on the truck itself so other than the power tap that should be it.

22nd Sep 2021 9:57pm

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