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  1. stevenschuh

    stevenschuh Karting

    Oct 5, 2008
    109
    Gibson Island, MD
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    Steve Schuh
    #1 stevenschuh, Aug 30, 2024
    The AC compressor and clutch for my 512BBi have failed and need to be either rebuilt or replaced with an OEM unit. The car is 100% stock, and I want to keep it that way.

    I'm having trouble finding someone capable who can rebuild these units, and there do not appear to be any OEM units currently available on the parts market. Can anyone provide information regarding a competent rebuilder or a source for an OEM unit?

    Thanks!

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  2. Rifledriver

    Rifledriver Three Time F1 World Champ

    Apr 29, 2004
    37,089
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    Brian Crall
    #2 Rifledriver, Aug 30, 2024
    Except for a pulley bearing I m unaware of anyone rebuilding clutches. Is it bad? Beyond the bearing if it needs help you might get in touch with O.D.D. Parts in Sonoma CA.and talk to them. First I'd run it by Austin Rebuilders and see their response.

    As for the compressor Austin Rebuilders in Austin Texas has done a number of other types of compressors for me.

    You might also contact Dick Fritz in Connecticut. He has a lot of Boxer parts squirreled away. He may have a complete unit. 203-312-4440
     
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  3. stevenschuh

    stevenschuh Karting

    Oct 5, 2008
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    Steve Schuh
    #3 stevenschuh, Aug 31, 2024
    Thank you Rifledriver. I will try ODD and Austin.

    I did speak to Dick Fritz, and he is in the same boat as I am. So we are both on a search and will let one another know.

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  4. Dave Bendl

    Dave Bendl Formula Junior

    Dec 7, 2003
    806
    Chicagoland
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    Dave Bendl
    #4 Dave Bendl, Sep 1, 2024
    Hi Steven,
    I have an 82' BBI that was previously concours judged by Dick Fritz. Great guy who shared his BB knowledge with dignity and respect even to DIY'ers such as myself which made participating fun. Unfortunatly from what I hear, he is no longer judging BB's.

    I have the original AC compresser on my car which is performing nicely even in our brutal summer months. I do have a domestic rebuild source in my scrapbook that I will share with you via private IM. I'll put something together this afternoon. Please share it with Dick.
    Good luck.
    Dave
     
  5. stevenschuh

    stevenschuh Karting

    Oct 5, 2008
    109
    Gibson Island, MD
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    Steve Schuh
    #5 stevenschuh, Sep 1, 2024
  6. Alden

    Alden F1 Rookie
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    Apr 25, 2010
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    Central Florida
    #6 Alden, Sep 14, 2024
    Try Polar Air in ft Lauderdale FL, speak to Gretchen 954-463-6610, she rebuilt the compressor for my 3.2 mondial, Tim Stanford, who installed it as part of my major service, was very pleased with the work.
    Alden
     

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