Yep, the receiver dryer can be tough to get to, I would open the system after the refrigerant has been removed and see what it looks like, there are two ways a compressor with stop working, messy and not. I other words are the compressor seals spread throughout he system or is the system clean inside, this will determine if you need the expansion block or not. You can upload an image or video of the inside tubes once apart so I can tell.
Monday, June 24th, 2024 AT 10:28 AM