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  1. captmatt

    replaced a/c compressor ...

    ... and it was much easier than I thought it would be. I have an '05 and was motivated into action with $650 estimate for the repair. Found a rebuilt one with condenser and expansion valve on Amazon for $230. Advanced Auto has loaner vacuum & hoses ( at least one near me does) 'O' rings didn't...
  2. captmatt

    Tensioning pulley

    Replacing compressor, need to pull off serpentine, some say I need to loosen retention nut others say not... when old pulley failed it just gave away, making me think I can pull tensioner without backing nut off. I only ask to avoid buying a tool retail I don’t need...
  3. captmatt

    oops, Newbie mistake!

    Posted this in wrong place, Sorry MarkMLS !!! I'll try again... red faced. Hello all. Glad I found the forum because I now have a mission you all can help me with. I have always inherited my wife's car when she felt the need for a new one. She now has a new Corolla S with all the bells and...
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