Idler pulley

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Hi there,

So, good to hear there will be a fair turnout on Sunday and looking forward to catching up. Will have to bring some iced drinks with 30 degrees on order.

I was a bit concerned as over the last few days our Syncro developed a strange 'moaning' noise coming from the engine bay. (Oh no, just in time for DOTVW, I thought.) However, our local specialist mechanic tells us it's just the idler pulley from the air-con compressor. As the Prestige air-con is a piece of sh** and never has worked and never satisfactorily will, I suggested we just remove it. He tells me there's no problem in doing this and I trust he is right. Has anyone else had this problem and dealt with it similarly? Overall, she is running well and will have a service and some R&R on the front brakes too. Still envious of people who have higher-performing brakes, however...

Best,

Francesca.


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Hi Francesca, Pulling the a/c belt off if you do not use the a/c is the right thing to do. As far as future fix is conserned you have two options. The "right" thing to do is get a genuine a/c compressor bracket. Ebay from the states is the easiest. The other thing you can do is press a new bearing into the pulley. I did this with my old bracket before I updated. Grand total of $5. I have mine in the garage and can bring it with me. Mine was not prestige brand and may not be the same. Bring the belt on Sunday and I could take a look if you like. Is it with Lloyd? Greg E

From: Francesca Coles <fcoles6@gmail.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, 21 November 2012 10:40 AM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Idler pulley
 
Hi there,

So, good to hear there will be a fair turnout on Sunday and looking forward to catching up. Will have to bring some iced drinks with 30 degrees on order.

I was a bit concerned as over the last few days our Syncro developed a strange 'moaning' noise coming from the engine bay. (Oh no, just in time for DOTVW, I thought.) However, our local specialist mechanic tells us it's just the idler pulley from the air-con compressor. As the Prestige air-con is a piece of sh** and never has worked and never satisfactorily will, I suggested we just remove it. He tells me there's no problem in doing this and I trust he is right. Has anyone else had this problem and dealt with it similarly? Overall, she is running well and will have a service and some R&R on the front brakes too. Still envious of people who have higher-performing brakes, however...

Best,

Francesca.


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Hi Greg,

Thanks for that. Would be good if you could bring it with you so we can see what the deal is. Talk more on Sunday. Sure Tony will be glad to catch up too. Is your family coming?

Best,

Francesca.

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, greg esposito <gregespo73@...> wrote:
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> Hi Francesca, Pulling the a/c belt off if you do not use the a/c is the right thing to do. As far as future fix is conserned you have two options. The "right" thing to do is get a genuine a/c compressor bracket. Ebay from the states is the easiest. The other thing you can do is press a new bearing into the pulley. I did this with my old bracket before I updated. Grand total of $5. I have mine in the garage and can bring it with me. Mine was not prestige brand and may not be the same. Bring the belt on Sunday and I could take a look if you like. Is it with Lloyd? Greg E
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> From: Francesca Coles <fcoles6@...>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia <Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, 21 November 2012 10:40 AM
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Idler pulley
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> So, good to hear there will be a fair turnout on Sunday and looking forward to catching up. Will have to bring some iced drinks with 30 degrees on order.
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> I was a bit concerned as over the last few days our Syncro developed a strange 'moaning' noise coming from the engine bay. (Oh no, just in time for DOTVW, I thought.) However, our local specialist mechanic tells us it's just the idler pulley from the air-con compressor. As the Prestige air-con is a piece of sh** and never has worked and never satisfactorily will, I suggested we just remove it. He tells me there's no problem in doing this and I trust he is right. Has anyone else had this problem and dealt with it similarly? Overall, she is running well and will have a service and some R&R on the front brakes too. Still envious of people who have higher-performing brakes, however...
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Hi Francesca,
Can you list what's actually been done to remediate the Prestige AC system please. I have the same system, still trying to get it to work also, maybe we can share info.
Cheers.
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: fcoles6@gmail.com
Date: Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:40:44 +1100
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Idler pulley

 
Hi there,

So, good to hear there will be a fair turnout on Sunday and looking forward to catching up. Will have to bring some iced drinks with 30 degrees on order.

I was a bit concerned as over the last few days our Syncro developed a strange 'moaning' noise coming from the engine bay. (Oh no, just in time for DOTVW, I thought.) However, our local specialist mechanic tells us it's just the idler pulley from the air-con compressor. As the Prestige air-con is a piece of sh** and never has worked and never satisfactorily will, I suggested we just remove it. He tells me there's no problem in doing this and I trust he is right. Has anyone else had this problem and dealt with it similarly? Overall, she is running well and will have a service and some R&R on the front brakes too. Still envious of people who have higher-performing brakes, however...

Best,

Francesca.



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Yeah, I will go early with the bus and Alice will bring the little terrors latter. See you and the lads there. Greg

From: Francesca <fcoles6@gmail.com>
To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, 21 November 2012 3:55 PM
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley
 

Hi Greg,

Thanks for that. Would be good if you could bring it with you so we can see what the deal is. Talk more on Sunday. Sure Tony will be glad to catch up too. Is your family coming?

Best,

Francesca.

--- In mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com, greg esposito <gregespo73@...> wrote:
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> Hi Francesca, Pulling the a/c belt off if you do not use the a/c is the right thing to do. As far as future fix is conserned you have two options. The "right" thing to do is get a genuine a/c compressor bracket. Ebay from the states is the easiest. The other thing you can do is press a new bearing into the pulley. I did this with my old bracket before I updated. Grand total of $5. I have mine in the garage and can bring it with me. Mine was not prestige brand and may not be the same. Bring the belt on Sunday and I could take a look if you like. Is it with Lloyd? Greg E
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> From: Francesca Coles <fcoles6@...>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, 21 November 2012 10:40 AM
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Idler pulley
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> So, good to hear there will be a fair turnout on Sunday and looking forward to catching up. Will have to bring some iced drinks with 30 degrees on order.
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> I was a bit concerned as over the last few days our Syncro developed a strange 'moaning' noise coming from the engine bay. (Oh no, just in time for DOTVW, I thought.) However, our local specialist mechanic tells us it's just the idler pulley from the air-con compressor. As the Prestige air-con is a piece of sh** and never has worked and never satisfactorily will, I suggested we just remove it. He tells me there's no problem in doing this and I trust he is right. Has anyone else had this problem and dealt with it similarly? Overall, she is running well and will have a service and some R&R on the front brakes too. Still envious of people who have higher-performing brakes, however...
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Hi Ken,

Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con, mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though. Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on the warm side, though.

Francesca.


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Hi Francesca,
Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success in remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to attempt a "rebirth" on mine ever since.
Logic concludes the two front occupants would benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.
Most adults would wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character building!
Leaves me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one try it before they bought it?

As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on the Prestige AC system topic.

I live in hope!  Cheers.

Ken


To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: fcoles6@gmail.com
Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley

 
Hi Ken,

Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con, mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though. Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on the warm side, though.

Francesca.

 

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Hi Francesca

I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.

I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the TX valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the outlets on either side of the dash
larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.

I will let you know the outcome.

Greg



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> As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on the Prestige AC system topic.
> I live in hope! Cheers.
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In case people are not aware ..
some people fit in-dash AC also, so there are front and rear cold air outputs.
the common system to use for this is the Behr system, that came on some Vanagons.

my 85 high top T3 Adventurewagon has it in the dash ...like where the glove box is, which in my case is on the right side of the van's dash area.
T3 Vanagon AC is generally recognized to be only so-so in serious ambient heat from what I gather.

scott
turbovans

On 11/21/2012 4:20 PM, Ken Garratt wrote:

Hi Francesca,
Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success in remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to attempt a "rebirth" on mine ever since.
Logic concludes the two front occupants would benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.
Most adults would wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character building!
Leaves me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one try it before they bought it?

As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on the Prestige AC system topic.

I live in hope! Cheers.

Ken


To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: fcoles6@gmail.com
Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley

Hi Ken,

Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con, mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though. Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on the warm side, though.

Francesca.




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Hi ALL,
Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification replacement TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would do it.
Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd like to replace with new. TIA.
Cheers.
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: greg_navarro95@yahoo.com
Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:41:19 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 
Hi Francesca

I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.

I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the TX valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the outlets on either side of the dash
larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.

I will let you know the outcome.

Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Ken Garratt <unclekenz@...> wrote:
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> As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on the Prestige AC system topic.
> I live in hope! Cheers.
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Hi Ken

I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Ken Garratt <unclekenz@...> wrote:
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Hi Greg,
No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one or more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have some thoughts on the matter.
Anyone please? TIA.
Cheers
Ken


To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: greg_navarro95@yahoo.com
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 


Hi Ken

I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Ken Garratt <unclekenz@...> wrote:
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Hi Ken, Greg,

I have searched documentation on the TX valve that I used and have at last found the invoice and part number of the valve. It is TX8731 purchased from Coventrys.  It is a replacement unit that I used for the Prestige AC system and has performed well in my AC. If you search the net it comes up as a valve used in Landrover Defender models.

Trust this is useful information for you.

Yurik

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: Sunday, 25 November 2012 3:45 PM
To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 

 

Hi Greg,

No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one or more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have some thoughts on the matter.

Anyone please? TIA.

Cheers

Ken

 

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: greg_navarro95@yahoo.com
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 



Hi Ken

I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, Ken Garratt <unclekenz@...> wrote:
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> Hi ALL,Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification replacement TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would do it.Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd like to replace with new. TIA.Cheers.Ken
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>
> >
>
> >
>
> >
>
> > Hi Ken,
>
> >
>
> > Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con, mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though. Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on the warm side, though.
>
> >
>
> >
>
> > Francesca.
>
> >
>

14
Thanks Yurik

Greg


--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Yurik Orlowsky" <yuriko@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Ken, Greg,
>
> I have searched documentation on the TX valve that I used and have at last
> found the invoice and part number of the valve. It is TX8731 purchased from
> Coventrys. It is a replacement unit that I used for the Prestige AC system
> and has performed well in my AC. If you search the net it comes up as a
> valve used in Landrover Defender models.
>
> Trust this is useful information for you.
>
> Yurik
>
>
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
> Sent: Sunday, 25 November 2012 3:45 PM
> To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
> Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Greg,
>
> No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one or
> more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have
> some thoughts on the matter.
>
> Anyone please? TIA.
>
> Cheers
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> _____
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: greg_navarro95@...
> Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Ken
>
> I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had
> any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Hi ALL,Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification replacement
> TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would
> do it.Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd like
> to replace with new. TIA.Cheers.Ken
> >
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > From: greg_navarro95@
> > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:41:19 +0000
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi Francesca
> >
> >
> >
> > I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.
> >
> >
> >
> > I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the TX
> valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the
> outlets on either side of the dash
> >
> > larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.
> >
> >
> >
> > I will let you know the outcome.
> >
> >
> >
> > Greg
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Francesca,Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success in
> remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to attempt
> a "rebirth" on mine ever since.Logic concludes the two front occupants would
> benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.Most adults would
> wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character building!Leaves
> me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that
> bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one try
> it before they bought it?
> >
> > > As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on
> the Prestige AC system topic.
> >
> > > I live in hope! Cheers.
> >
> > > Ken
> >
> > >
> >
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> >
> > > From: fcoles6@
> >
> > > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
> >
> > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley
> >
> > >
> >
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> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Ken,
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con,
> mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally
> a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though.
> Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily
> driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running
> that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on
> the warm side, though.
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Francesca.
> >
> > >
> >
>
15
Thank you Yurik for going to the trouble, valuable information indeed and worth noting down for future reference as well.
Hopefully this info will make my AC service guy a lot happier.
Cheers.
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: greg_navarro95@yahoo.com
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:05:04 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 

Thanks Yurik

Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Yurik Orlowsky" <yuriko@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Ken, Greg,
>
> I have searched documentation on the TX valve that I used and have at last
> found the invoice and part number of the valve. It is TX8731 purchased from
> Coventrys. It is a replacement unit that I used for the Prestige AC system
> and has performed well in my AC. If you search the net it comes up as a
> valve used in Landrover Defender models.
>
> Trust this is useful information for you.
>
> Yurik
>
>
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
> Sent: Sunday, 25 November 2012 3:45 PM
> To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
> Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Greg,
>
> No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one or
> more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have
> some thoughts on the matter.
>
> Anyone please? TIA.
>
> Cheers
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> _____
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: greg_navarro95@...
> Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Ken
>
> I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had
> any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Hi ALL,Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification replacement
> TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would
> do it.Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd like
> to replace with new. TIA.Cheers.Ken
> >
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > From: greg_navarro95@
> > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:41:19 +0000
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi Francesca
> >
> >
> >
> > I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.
> >
> >
> >
> > I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the TX
> valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the
> outlets on either side of the dash
> >
> > larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.
> >
> >
> >
> > I will let you know the outcome.
> >
> >
> >
> > Greg
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Francesca,Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success in
> remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to attempt
> a "rebirth" on mine ever since.Logic concludes the two front occupants would
> benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.Most adults would
> wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character building!Leaves
> me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that
> bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one try
> it before they bought it?
> >
> > > As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on
> the Prestige AC system topic.
> >
> > > I live in hope! Cheers.
> >
> > > Ken
> >
> > >
> >
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> >
> > > From: fcoles6@
> >
> > > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
> >
> > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
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> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Ken,
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con,
> mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally
> a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though.
> Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily
> driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running
> that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on
> the warm side, though.
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Francesca.
> >
> > >
> >
>


16
Hi Yurik and Greg,

Just a follow up clarification please. The link below goes to a supply source for the TX8731 valve:

Confusingly it states "O Ring" in the model description. Does this infer O Ring type connectors for this valve, not "flare " type connectors which I'm assuming for this 20 yo system, would have been of the flare type? Any thoughts on this please? Or am I misunderstanding something here?
Also, can you please confirm this TX8731 was a direct swap-in replacement of the old TX valve removed (ie, no mods required to the fittings/pipework)? 

Thanks Yurik.
Cheers.
Ken

From: unclekenz@hotmail.com
To: syncro_t3_australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 23:53:05 +1100

Thank you Yurik for going to the trouble, valuable information indeed and worth noting down for future reference as well.
Hopefully this info will make my AC service guy a lot happier.
Cheers.
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: greg_navarro95@yahoo.com
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:05:04 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 

Thanks Yurik

Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Yurik Orlowsky" <yuriko@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Ken, Greg,
>
> I have searched documentation on the TX valve that I used and have at last
> found the invoice and part number of the valve. It is TX8731 purchased from
> Coventrys. It is a replacement unit that I used for the Prestige AC system
> and has performed well in my AC. If you search the net it comes up as a
> valve used in Landrover Defender models.
>
> Trust this is useful information for you.
>
> Yurik
>
>
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
> Sent: Sunday, 25 November 2012 3:45 PM
> To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
> Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Greg,
>
> No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one or
> more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have
> some thoughts on the matter.
>
> Anyone please? TIA.
>
> Cheers
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> _____
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: greg_navarro95@...
> Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Ken
>
> I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had
> any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Hi ALL,Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification replacement
> TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would
> do it.Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd like
> to replace with new. TIA.Cheers.Ken
> >
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > From: greg_navarro95@
> > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:41:19 +0000
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi Francesca
> >
> >
> >
> > I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.
> >
> >
> >
> > I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the TX
> valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the
> outlets on either side of the dash
> >
> > larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.
> >
> >
> >
> > I will let you know the outcome.
> >
> >
> >
> > Greg
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Francesca,Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success in
> remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to attempt
> a "rebirth" on mine ever since.Logic concludes the two front occupants would
> benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.Most adults would
> wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character building!Leaves
> me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that
> bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one try
> it before they bought it?
> >
> > > As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on
> the Prestige AC system topic.
> >
> > > I live in hope! Cheers.
> >
> > > Ken
> >
> > >
> >
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> >
> > > From: fcoles6@
> >
> > > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
> >
> > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
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> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Ken,
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con,
> mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally
> a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though.
> Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily
> driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running
> that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on
> the warm side, though.
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Francesca.
> >
> > >
> >
>


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Ken,

The TX8731 was a direct swap-in replacement unit which did not required any modification to pipes or fittings. The one that I purchased locally was a flare type.

Yurik

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: Wednesday, 28 November 2012 9:51 AM
To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 

 

Hi Yurik and Greg,

 

Just a follow up clarification please. The link below goes to a supply source for the TX8731 valve:

 

Confusingly it states "O Ring" in the model description. Does this infer O Ring type connectors for this valve, not "flare " type connectors which I'm assuming for this 20 yo system, would have been of the flare type? Any thoughts on this please? Or am I misunderstanding something here?

Also, can you please confirm this TX8731 was a direct swap-in replacement of the old TX valve removed (ie, no mods required to the fittings/pipework)? 

 

Thanks Yurik.

Cheers.

Ken

 

From: unclekenz@hotmail.com
To: syncro_t3_australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 23:53:05 +1100

Thank you Yurik for going to the trouble, valuable information indeed and worth noting down for future reference as well.

Hopefully this info will make my AC service guy a lot happier.

Cheers.

Ken

 

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: greg_navarro95@yahoo.com
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:05:04 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 


Thanks Yurik

Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Yurik Orlowsky" <yuriko@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Ken, Greg,
>
> I have searched documentation on the TX valve that I used and have at last
> found the invoice and part number of the valve. It is TX8731 purchased from
> Coventrys. It is a replacement unit that I used for the Prestige AC system
> and has performed well in my AC. If you search the net it comes up as a
> valve used in Landrover Defender models.
>
> Trust this is useful information for you.
>
> Yurik
>
>
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
> Sent: Sunday, 25 November 2012 3:45 PM
> To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
> Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Greg,
>
> No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one or
> more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have
> some thoughts on the matter.
>
> Anyone please? TIA.
>
> Cheers
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> _____
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: greg_navarro95@...
> Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Ken
>
> I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had
> any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Hi ALL,Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification replacement
> TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would
> do it.Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd like
> to replace with new. TIA.Cheers.Ken
> >
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > From: greg_navarro95@
> > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:41:19 +0000
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi Francesca
> >
> >
> >
> > I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.
> >
> >
> >
> > I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the TX
> valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the
> outlets on either side of the dash
> >
> > larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.
> >
> >
> >
> > I will let you know the outcome.
> >
> >
> >
> > Greg
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Francesca,Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success in
> remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to attempt
> a "rebirth" on mine ever since.Logic concludes the two front occupants would
> benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.Most adults would
> wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character building!Leaves
> me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that
> bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one try
> it before they bought it?
> >
> > > As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on
> the Prestige AC system topic.
> >
> > > I live in hope! Cheers.
> >
> > > Ken
> >
> > >
> >
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> >
> > > From: fcoles6@
> >
> > > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
> >
> > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley
> >
> > >
> >
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> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Ken,
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con,
> mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally
> a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though.
> Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily
> driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running
> that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on
> the warm side, though.
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Francesca.
> >
> > >
> >
>

18

Ken,

Correction, I just checked my old Prestige TX valve and it has O ring type connectors.  The replacement TX8731 is the same.

Regards

Yurik

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: Wednesday, 28 November 2012 9:51 AM
To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 

 

Hi Yurik and Greg,

 

Just a follow up clarification please. The link below goes to a supply source for the TX8731 valve:

 

Confusingly it states "O Ring" in the model description. Does this infer O Ring type connectors for this valve, not "flare " type connectors which I'm assuming for this 20 yo system, would have been of the flare type? Any thoughts on this please? Or am I misunderstanding something here?

Also, can you please confirm this TX8731 was a direct swap-in replacement of the old TX valve removed (ie, no mods required to the fittings/pipework)? 

 

Thanks Yurik.

Cheers.

Ken

 

From: unclekenz@hotmail.com
To: syncro_t3_australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 23:53:05 +1100

Thank you Yurik for going to the trouble, valuable information indeed and worth noting down for future reference as well.

Hopefully this info will make my AC service guy a lot happier.

Cheers.

Ken

 

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: greg_navarro95@yahoo.com
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:05:04 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 


Thanks Yurik

Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Yurik Orlowsky" <yuriko@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Ken, Greg,
>
> I have searched documentation on the TX valve that I used and have at last
> found the invoice and part number of the valve. It is TX8731 purchased from
> Coventrys. It is a replacement unit that I used for the Prestige AC system
> and has performed well in my AC. If you search the net it comes up as a
> valve used in Landrover Defender models.
>
> Trust this is useful information for you.
>
> Yurik
>
>
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
> Sent: Sunday, 25 November 2012 3:45 PM
> To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
> Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Greg,
>
> No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one or
> more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have
> some thoughts on the matter.
>
> Anyone please? TIA.
>
> Cheers
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> _____
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: greg_navarro95@...
> Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Ken
>
> I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had
> any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Hi ALL,Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification replacement
> TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would
> do it.Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd like
> to replace with new. TIA.Cheers.Ken
> >
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > From: greg_navarro95@
> > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:41:19 +0000
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi Francesca
> >
> >
> >
> > I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.
> >
> >
> >
> > I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the TX
> valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the
> outlets on either side of the dash
> >
> > larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.
> >
> >
> >
> > I will let you know the outcome.
> >
> >
> >
> > Greg
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Francesca,Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success in
> remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to attempt
> a "rebirth" on mine ever since.Logic concludes the two front occupants would
> benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.Most adults would
> wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character building!Leaves
> me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that
> bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one try
> it before they bought it?
> >
> > > As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on
> the Prestige AC system topic.
> >
> > > I live in hope! Cheers.
> >
> > > Ken
> >
> > >
> >
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> >
> > > From: fcoles6@
> >
> > > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
> >
> > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
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> >
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> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Ken,
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con,
> mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally
> a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though.
> Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily
> driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running
> that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on
> the warm side, though.
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Francesca.
> >
> > >
> >
>

19
Hi Yurik,
Thanks a lot for confirming TX valve model and fitment queries. Big help.
Cheers.
Ken

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: yuriko@iinet.net.au
Date: Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:58:49 +0800
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 

Ken,

Correction, I just checked my old Prestige TX valve and it has O ring type connectors.  The replacement TX8731 is the same.

Regards

Yurik

 

From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
Sent: Wednesday, 28 November 2012 9:51 AM
To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 

 

Hi Yurik and Greg,

 

Just a follow up clarification please. The link below goes to a supply source for the TX8731 valve:

 

Confusingly it states "O Ring" in the model description. Does this infer O Ring type connectors for this valve, not "flare " type connectors which I'm assuming for this 20 yo system, would have been of the flare type? Any thoughts on this please? Or am I misunderstanding something here?

Also, can you please confirm this TX8731 was a direct swap-in replacement of the old TX valve removed (ie, no mods required to the fittings/pipework)? 

 

Thanks Yurik.

Cheers.

Ken

 

From: unclekenz@hotmail.com
To: syncro_t3_australia@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 23:53:05 +1100

Thank you Yurik for going to the trouble, valuable information indeed and worth noting down for future reference as well.

Hopefully this info will make my AC service guy a lot happier.

Cheers.

Ken

 

To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
From: greg_navarro95@yahoo.com
Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:05:04 +0000
Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system

 


Thanks Yurik

Greg

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Yurik Orlowsky" <yuriko@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Ken, Greg,
>
> I have searched documentation on the TX valve that I used and have at last
> found the invoice and part number of the valve. It is TX8731 purchased from
> Coventrys. It is a replacement unit that I used for the Prestige AC system
> and has performed well in my AC. If you search the net it comes up as a
> valve used in Landrover Defender models.
>
> Trust this is useful information for you.
>
> Yurik
>
>
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
> Sent: Sunday, 25 November 2012 3:45 PM
> To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
> Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Greg,
>
> No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one or
> more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have
> some thoughts on the matter.
>
> Anyone please? TIA.
>
> Cheers
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> _____
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: greg_navarro95@...
> Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Ken
>
> I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have had
> any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Hi ALL,Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification replacement
> TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would
> do it.Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd like
> to replace with new. TIA.Cheers.Ken
> >
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > From: greg_navarro95@
> > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:41:19 +0000
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi Francesca
> >
> >
> >
> > I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.
> >
> >
> >
> > I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the TX
> valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the
> outlets on either side of the dash
> >
> > larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.
> >
> >
> >
> > I will let you know the outcome.
> >
> >
> >
> > Greg
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> wrote:
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Francesca,Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success in
> remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to attempt
> a "rebirth" on mine ever since.Logic concludes the two front occupants would
> benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.Most adults would
> wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character building!Leaves
> me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that
> bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one try
> it before they bought it?
> >
> > > As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on
> the Prestige AC system topic.
> >
> > > I live in hope! Cheers.
> >
> > > Ken
> >
> > >
> >
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> >
> > > From: fcoles6@
> >
> > > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
> >
> > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
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> >
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> >
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> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Hi Ken,
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige air-con,
> mostly because I have understood from other people that it is fundamentally
> a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though.
> Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily
> driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and running
> that others might. I do feel sorry for the kids in the back when it gets on
> the warm side, though.
> >
> > >
> >
> > >
> >
> > > Francesca.
> >
> > >
> >
>


20
Hi Ken and Yurik

I have just come back from the Air cond man and he showed me the old TX valve on the system is a Flare fitting and the new one is an O ring type.

which takes the TX valve replacement back to a lottery. unless anyone has any success with other flare type TX valves that have worked in a Prestige system.

regards

Greg


--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, "Yurik Orlowsky" <yuriko@...> wrote:
>
> Ken,
>
> Correction, I just checked my old Prestige TX valve and it has O ring type
> connectors. The replacement TX8731 is the same.
>
> Regards
>
> Yurik
>
>
>
> From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
> Sent: Wednesday, 28 November 2012 9:51 AM
> To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
>
> Hi Yurik and Greg,
>
>
>
> Just a follow up clarification please. The link below goes to a supply
> source for the TX8731 valve:
>
> Goto: http://ishop2.cooldrive.com.au/products/TX8731
>
>
>
> Confusingly it states "O Ring" in the model description. Does this infer O
> Ring type connectors for this valve, not "flare " type connectors which I'm
> assuming for this 20 yo system, would have been of the flare type? Any
> thoughts on this please? Or am I misunderstanding something here?
>
> Also, can you please confirm this TX8731 was a direct swap-in replacement of
> the old TX valve removed (ie, no mods required to the fittings/pipework)?
>
>
>
> Thanks Yurik.
>
> Cheers.
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> _____
>
> From: unclekenz@...
> To: syncro_t3_australia@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 23:53:05 +1100
>
> Thank you Yurik for going to the trouble, valuable information indeed and
> worth noting down for future reference as well.
>
> Hopefully this info will make my AC service guy a lot happier.
>
> Cheers.
>
> Ken
>
>
>
> _____
>
> To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> From: greg_navarro95@...
> Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:05:04 +0000
> Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
>
>
>
>
> Thanks Yurik
>
> Greg
>
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , "Yurik Orlowsky"
> <yuriko@> wrote:
> >
> > Hi Ken, Greg,
> >
> > I have searched documentation on the TX valve that I used and have at last
> > found the invoice and part number of the valve. It is TX8731 purchased
> from
> > Coventrys. It is a replacement unit that I used for the Prestige AC system
> > and has performed well in my AC. If you search the net it comes up as a
> > valve used in Landrover Defender models.
> >
> > Trust this is useful information for you.
> >
> > Yurik
> >
> >
> >
> > From: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > [mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> ] On Behalf Of Ken Garratt
> > Sent: Sunday, 25 November 2012 3:45 PM
> > To: _T3_Australia forum Syncro
> > Subject: RE: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi Greg,
> >
> > No feedback so far on identifying the correct TX valve. I was hoping one
> or
> > more of the members here who have dabbled with syncro AC systems may have
> > some thoughts on the matter.
> >
> > Anyone please? TIA.
> >
> > Cheers
> >
> > Ken
> >
> >
> >
> > _____
> >
> > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > From: greg_navarro95@
> > Date: Sun, 25 Nov 2012 03:51:07 +0000
> > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi Ken
> >
> > I too am about to replace the TX valve so interested to here if you have
> had
> > any info or feedback on this question. Regards Greg
> >
> > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > > Hi ALL,Does anyone know the correct model and/or specification
> replacement
> > TX valve for this Prestige AC system? Not sure if a "universal" type would
> > do it.Attached are a couple of pics of my present/original TX valve I'd
> like
> > to replace with new. TIA.Cheers.Ken
> > >
> > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > > From: greg_navarro95@
> > > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 00:41:19 +0000
> > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Prestige AC system
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Hi Francesca
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > I am in the middle of remediating the prestige ac system in my Trakka.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > I have replaced the compressor with a new one and about to replace the
> TX
> > valve over the next few weeks and also make the hole coming out of the
> > outlets on either side of the dash
> > >
> > > larger as per a suggestion in a previous post.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > I will let you know the outcome.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Greg
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com> , Ken Garratt <unclekenz@>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > > Hi Francesca,Yurik in Perth has previously reported here his success
> in
> > remediating the Prestige AC system, which has kept me interested to
> attempt
> > a "rebirth" on mine ever since.Logic concludes the two front occupants
> would
> > benefit most, with the front passenger the most smug.Most adults would
> > wisely concur that for the kids in the rear, it's character
> building!Leaves
> > me wondering though all the same, if the Prestige AC system was all that
> > bad, how the heck did so many buyers agree to have it fitted? Did no one
> try
> > it before they bought it?
> > >
> > > > As a reminder, please read attached file, some past forum comments on
> > the Prestige AC system topic.
> > >
> > > > I live in hope! Cheers.
> > >
> > > > Ken
> > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > > To: Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > <mailto:Syncro_T3_Australia%40yahoogroups.com>
> > >
> > > > From: fcoles6@
> > >
> > > > Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:16:09 +1100
> > >
> > > > Subject: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Re: Idler pulley
> > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > >
> > >
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> > > > Hi Ken,
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> > > > Precisely nothing has been done to remediate our dodgy Prestige
> air-con,
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> > a shonky affair. If anyone begs to differ they can correct me, though.
> > Living in these southern climes and not utilising the Syncro as a daily
> > driver, we don't have quite the motivation to get the air-con up and
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> > > > Francesca.
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