High-Efficiency A/C Condenser Kit

High Efficiency A/C Condenser

$161.00
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High-Efficiency A/C Condenser Kit
  • High-Efficiency A/C Condenser Kit
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High Efficiency A/C Condenser
High Efficiency A/C Condenser
Product: VANO-COND
Works With: 1983-1991
Manufacturer: GoWesty
Availability: Low Stock
Wrench Rating: Requires a full tool set and broad mechanical knowledge.
$161.00

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If you are doing any A/C work, it is well worth it to upgrade to this more efficient, modern, parallel-flow A/C condenser. The original condenser was designed for R-12 refrigerant; however, due to environmental concerns, R-12 has been phased out in favor of R-134a, which (unfortunately) is not quite as efficient. Using this condenser will make up for some of this loss of efficiency and restore your A/C to like-new performance (assuming everything else is in tip-top shape, of course).

To be clear, you still get the advantage of increased efficiency, regardless of the refrigerant you choose. Most shops in the USA will only install R-134a, but if you are using R-12 or R-12a, upgrading your condenser will result in increased performance over the stock, serpentine flow condenser.

Compatible with all common refrigerant types: R-12, R134a, R12a (RedTek, EnviroSafe).

Comes with instructions, adapter hose, and mounting hardware for a seamless install.

Fits all 1983-91 Vanagons equipped with factory A/C.
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Michael T.

I have an 81 air cooled vanagon & it fits great! Thank you!

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Gary H.
AC Condenser

Very nice and quality is top notch. Fit perfect. Also purchased the baffle set to go with. You won't be disappointed.

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Jeff D.

The High Efficiency A/C Condenser is not a direct replacement and GoWesty explains that in the description. It's a doable replacement. I paired this with a FAS all aluminum custom billeted radiator. After the install I could not get a socket onto the radiator thermostat because the condenser perforated edging for mounting was interfering. At this point a wasn't going to remove the radiator or condenser took a lot of patients and wiggling to install. I bought some long cutting burrs and carefully cut a semicircle from the condenser bracket to allow for removal of the Thermostat switch with a socket. Very good product and I'm happy I did the repair. It is completely sealed at this time as i will be replacing the a/c lines later as the entire system will be overhauled. I do Appreciate companies like GoWesty improve the products for superior reliability and also redesign them and or create a totally new product. Thank You GoWesty! Hope this review helps R/Jeff

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nancy m.

I haven’t completed the AC system rehab yet, but I did put this condenser in place on the vanagon as I was also replacing the radiator. I found the GW video on installation to be very helpful, as well as the PDF instructions. If you are not DIY savvy (how do you own a Vanagon?), it would be a bit of a challenge, but it is very doable. I’m going to remake hoses as well, and I’m hoping there will be a fitting that will allow me to take a hose to the top on the DS, as the metal line that comes with the condenser is very awkward in how it appears to place near framing. Time will tell.

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Connor W.

Stoked to have this!

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Eric&;Aisha L.

Haven’t installed it yet but next week the truth will be revealed. But I as always with GoWesty. No doubts. Always the best !

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Juan

Nice parts

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Thomas P.
Easy install

Much better quality and easy instal

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Country H.C.
Condenser

Great fit and easy to install. Love it and it works great!

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Evan C.
came BENT but works.

straight out of the box this condenser was very bent. :( it could have definitely been packed a lot better! not sure a bit of cardboard wrap is enough. Gowesty did offer a replacement (great customer service as usual) - but by then i had it already installed and was on a road trip. i hate wasting stuff anyway. i was able to bend it back with some locking pliers into a decent shape. fortunately, it still works and my AC is much colder now. good product, but packing should improve.

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Austin G.
Pretty cool.

Pretty decent condenser, would recommend.

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Eric N.
Fits right and cools well.

I am very happy with my installation of this condenser. My AC system is now performing much more efficiently. Good product.

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Steve W.
Good kit

Bought this kit for a customer van a couple years ago, now it's my standard.