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Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3686

Help! Air con pipe in way of BAS intercooler install?

My intercooler failed this week so I’m replacing with a unit from BAS. All good, except I can’t see how it can fit with the AC pipe that runs along the back of the condenser. Any thoughts?

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15th Jul 2022 6:26pm

Dinnu

Member Since: 24 Dec 2019
Location: Lija
Posts: 3464

2012 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 CSW Santorini Black

I never knew that there was a pipe crossing behind the condenser, but I never looked for it either.
Unfortunately cannot check how mine is until tomorrow evening. 1988 90 Hard Top, 19J Diesel Turbo, Shire Blue - Restoration ongoing
2012 90 CSW, 2.2TDCI, Santorini Black

15th Jul 2022 7:16pm

Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3686

Mine is not factory fit, it’s aftermarket, which is concerning!! Worse case I reckon I can re-route round the front and get it re gassed. Any thoughts on a safe way to release the gas?

15th Jul 2022 7:37pm

Dinnu

Member Since: 24 Dec 2019
Location: Lija
Posts: 3464

Need to be careful with aluminum pipes. Aluminum work hardens very fast and can crack without warning.
Usually AC service centers can recover your gas. 1988 90 Hard Top, 19J Diesel Turbo, Shire Blue - Restoration ongoing
2012 90 CSW, 2.2TDCI, Santorini Black

15th Jul 2022 7:44pm

Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3686

Cheers Dinnu, but without the intercooler I can’t drive to the air con place so I think I need to discharge on the drive. Any advice, just crack a joint and let it out?

15th Jul 2022 9:11pm

Dinnu

Member Since: 24 Dec 2019
Location: Lija
Posts: 3464

I guess that is the easiest way. Doubt if the environment will thank you. Do not breath it. You might see some oil coming out. 1988 90 Hard Top, 19J Diesel Turbo, Shire Blue - Restoration ongoing
2012 90 CSW, 2.2TDCI, Santorini Black

15th Jul 2022 10:47pm

Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3686

Thanks Dinnu. Yes I know, not great is it. Was looking at whether Halfords or similar do some sort of recovery kit. The car is in drivable at the moment so I’m not sure what other choice I have.

16th Jul 2022 6:35am

Ads90

Member Since: 16 Jun 2008
Location: Cots-on-the-Wolds
Posts: 812

2007 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 CSW Keswick Green

There are mobile ac service companies, we had our ac topped up on the drive by a man with a van.

16th Jul 2022 7:12am

Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3686

Cheers Ads. Contacted my nearest mobile guy who was repairing a combine just down the road!! Came and sorted it for me and is making up a pipe for me as the condenser is now too far forward for the old one to fit. Bit of a result!

16th Jul 2022 2:15pm

Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3686

Just to close this off. I got myself a new pipe made. However, I also spoke to Cool Air Logan who make the aftermarket kit that I fitted and they are aware of the issue with the BAS intercooler (and probably others) and actually have a hose that you can buy that routes under the condenser, rather than round the back. Good to know. Their customer service is also incredible. Absolutely first rate.

23rd Jul 2022 5:54pm

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