Automotive Air Conditioning Information Forum

Greetings!
Putting together an AC system for my 1956 Chevy truck and ordered a universal 24"x16" condenser. The description said it came with a dryer, so I expected the usual bolt on soda can sized part to be shipped, but all that arrived was the condenser. The condenser has a cylinder welded to the side opposite of the connection fittings, about 1 1/2" diameter and maybe 12" high. Is this a built in dryer and if so, does that mean I do not need to add one on the high side out of the condenser? will be installing a 1960s mustang under dash evaporator with a TXV valve, no orifice tube.

This should be a supplier-direct question.

But you do not need "two" driers.

No problem, I figured it was a generic question. I have never seen a condenser made like that before, but hey I don't get out often lol. Google was no help. That is pretty helpful for packaging, so I will just run a direct line from the condenser to the txv.

Yes, sir, that sounds like a receiver/dryer (R/D) to me. In fact, nowadays that configuration is very common.

I'm not familiar with your particular component, but usually, there's a removable plug at the bottom of the R/D so that you can replace the desiccant element should you need to open the system in the future.

I think your plan is a good one--running a line directly from the integral R/D to the TXV. No additional R/D is needed, as previously mentioned.

JohnHere wrote: Wed Nov 27, 2024 9:03 pm Yes, sir, that sounds like a receiver/dryer (R/D) to me. In fact, nowadays that configuration is very common.

I'm not familiar with your particular component, but usually, there's a removable plug at the bottom of the R/D so that you can replace the desiccant element should you need to open the system in the future.

I think your plan is a good one--running a line directly from the integral R/D to the TXV. No additional R/D is needed, as previously mentioned.

Thank you, I will run the direct line, and you are correct about the port on the bottom of the dryer. I looked and there is a removable plug on the bottom. I never knew you could buy just the desiccant material, but I am learning what I can as far as A/C.

rustystuff wrote: Thu Nov 28, 2024 5:59 pm

JohnHere wrote: Wed Nov 27, 2024 9:03 pm Yes, sir, that sounds like a receiver/dryer (R/D) to me. In fact, nowadays that configuration is very common.

I'm not familiar with your particular component, but usually, there's a removable plug at the bottom of the R/D so that you can replace the desiccant element should you need to open the system in the future.

I think your plan is a good one--running a line directly from the integral R/D to the TXV. No additional R/D is needed, as previously mentioned.

Thank you, I will run the direct line, and you are correct about the port on the bottom of the dryer. I looked and there is a removable plug on the bottom. I never knew you could buy just the desiccant material, but I am learning what I can as far as A/C.

With PF condensers, depending on the repair, you're better off buying a new condenser. If there is any compressor-related failure, replace it.