2008 Scion xB condenser repair

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GOLD SCION
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Air Conditioning problem
2008 Scion xB 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

my xb which has only 25,000 miles,has a small leak in the condenser caused by stone damage.with that few miles and like new condenser-no rot out-is it possible to repair rather the replace the unit-$1500.by the dealer.lets think outside the box.i am sure on of your old school carpros has the answer.
Aug 28, 2010 at 11:38 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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I have never heard of anyone repairing a condenser. The pressures car reach over 400PSI and the aluminum is way too thin.
There may be some less expensive aftermarket parts available for it though.
Aug 28, 2010 at 11:56 PM
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