Ive been using the a/c more than regularly now that i got a new job and drive alot but i sprung a leak in the pipe where the recharge valve is, just to the right of it 5 inches down. I recharged it and noticed a big gash in that pipe so i used some putty i found at autozone for manifolds, and it stopped that leak. Now, the a/c cluth still wont engage (i could always hear it) and the a/c wont cool. There is apparently still a leak somewhere near the accumulator (its covered in oil from the refrigirant and leak-stop can). Is it expensive to get replaced at a shop and should it take long? I have to leave the car next door from my office and have to hope its ready in an hour or two.
Anyone know why i got a big gash in that pipe and the accumulator started leaking?
thanks
ivan c.
