Accumulator Line....is it good?

[shorage]

Hello all, im trying to get my ac system in COLD condition.

I have purchased a motorcraft accumulator line maybe 2 years ago. It is new and in the garage. Unfortunately....the caps have been removed from it. It isnt sealed tight.

Is it still safe to use?

I read somewhere that you dont want the accumulator line to be exposed to air.

It has been in the garage the whole time...just uncapped.

Have i saved this part for no reason? Can i use it? or am i gonna have to throw aware a brand new $140 part into the garbage?

Thanks in advance everyone.

 

[St Louis SHO]

The dryer's main function is to keep moisture out of the system and with it being uncapped, it has absorbed moisture. Toss it and get a new one. They are fairly cheap, so best to just get one new again

 

[morebhp]

Good luck finding a new Motorcraft accumulator.

 

[Storm-Chaser]

I'll second that !

You might first try taking the accumulator to a "reputable" local air conditioning shop and ask if the drier/absorbent can be treated or replaced.

Even if it can't, do not throw it away , as it can serve as a pattern to have a new accumulator/drier hose assembly made.


Let me know what you find out, I may be able to help.

 

[naval-avi8or]

Go to any AC shop or evan many parts stores and you can purchase a new acc/dryer for around 50-75 bucks.

 

[SHOtimer]

Good luck finding a new Motorcraft accumulator.

They are readily available for the ATX....

Doug

 

[clindahl]

not to put a plug for a parts dealer, but

www.partsamerica.com (Advanced Auto in my Area)

Part No.
55620
Accumulator/Reciever Drier; w/Suction Hose; R12 Or R134a Compatible
$97.48

That part is installed and working on my 1993 SHO which was R12 from the factory and when I needed to fix a leak, changed out the liquid line and the reciever dryer and loaded it with 134a. Works fine.