frogman62
Contributor
After you start the unit the first time and the engine is warm and running smooth -- when you engage the clutch - WATCH the compressor oil pressure. IF it doesn't come up to pressure in 15 to 18 seconds -DISENGAGE the clutch. The oil pump in these compressors is weak and you may have to prime the pump. Wait till you get the manual for the procedure.
The filter canisters heads can be removed with a good strap wrench and August industries has metal canisters to replace the military ones. Don't purchase non-metal canisters from LF because they deform and may not seal properly. Replace all O rings in the filter chambers every time you change filter canisters and use plenty of dow corning compound on all O rings.
I have fixed several of these in the past for individuals and it is sometimes cheaper to buy another one from Govliquidation and use it for spare parts
Frogman62
The filter canisters heads can be removed with a good strap wrench and August industries has metal canisters to replace the military ones. Don't purchase non-metal canisters from LF because they deform and may not seal properly. Replace all O rings in the filter chambers every time you change filter canisters and use plenty of dow corning compound on all O rings.
I have fixed several of these in the past for individuals and it is sometimes cheaper to buy another one from Govliquidation and use it for spare parts
Frogman62