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Question: What is estimated cost to replace AC compressor, receiver/drier & orifice tube?

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hbarry26, Chandler, AZ, July 03, 2011, 18:10
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I need some insight into what I should actually pay to have my AC compressor, receiver/drier and orifice tube replaced in my 2001 Nissan Pathfinder. One repair shop has quoted me $1800. Is that too much?

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    mastertech6371 July 03, 2011, 18:26
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    if i am not mistaken, i believe that nissan has an expansion valve. anyway, my numbers come up to 1100-200. if you were at a dealer, that sounds close. i recommend finding a independent shop to give you a bid.

    Roy

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    hbarry26, July 03, 2011, 20:04
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    Actually, the establishment that quoted me $1800 was not a dealer. It was an independent local repair shop. Is is safe to say that their price of $1800 is somewhat inflated? I am considering purchase the AC compressor kit from eBay which I believe includes the compressor, receiver/drier and expansion valve. Do you have any experience with purchasing auto parts on-line? I'm just wondering if it's a good idea or not. Also, another question, is the expansion valve the same as an orifice tube?

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    mastertech6371, July 04, 2011, 04:14
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    I dont buy on line for the reason of warranty. if there is an issue you must chase these people and hope they back up there product. I would rather pay someone local at a parts house with a national warranty. it is a good piece of mind.

    Roy

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    hbarry26, July 04, 2011, 05:30
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    Thanks for the information and insight, Roy. I appreciate your help.

    Heather

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    dale45 from Fairway Auto Repair, July 04, 2011, 20:44
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    There are many things that are factors in the cost of AC repair. 1800$ seems like a high number, but, what is the warranty, is it a shop that will be around if there is a problem, what are they doing, repair/ replacement wise to completely repair the system?

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    hbarry26, July 05, 2011, 18:30
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    Thanks for your reply, dale45.

    The warranty on the work for the shop that quoted me 1800 was a 1 year, 12,000 mile warranty. Not a very good warranty for the price. I checked around and got some other quotes and most of the other repair shops are quoting between 900 and 1400. I think the shop quoting 1800 is way out of line...

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