[pickwick]

I just replaced my PS rack and motor mounts and have a concern.



On the driver's side, there's a hefty steel part (PET calls it the Engine Carrier) that runs from the block to the motor mount. About 4" inboard from that is the U-joint at the top of the PS rack. On my car the AC hose that runs from the compressor back to the firewall is routed between the engine carrier and the U-joint, and the U-joint rubs the hose. There's room on the outboard side of the engine carrier for this hose, and I'm wondering if that's where it's supposed to be routed. I recently had this hose replaced, and my mechanic had one fabricated at a local hydraulic shop; I suspect it was a bit too long and he had to route it incorrectly to get it to fit. I know I didn't reposition it when I replaced the motor mount; the hose isn't long enough for me to have done that w/o disconnecting it.



I might have room to loosen the connector at the compressor and rotate it down enough to get the U-joint to clear the hose, but I'll lose all my refrigerant.



Or is everybody's car assembled this way?

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[pickwick]

Anybody? The area in question is visible by looking straight down in front of the brake reservoir. You either do or don't have a 30mm hose next to the steering U-joint.

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[gryphon]

does this help?



Tom



   

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[pickwick]

Not sure. The AC hose is the one with the green tape, but I can't tell how it's routed. Not sure what the bronze thing is to the right of center, and can't look at my car right now. Will compare later.



Thanks for the photo.

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[bob blackwell]

My AC hose is routed away from the steering u joint, closer to the chassis. It does not come close to rubbing anywhere. Recommend you either have your mechanic route it properly (even if a shorter hose is required). It is not good practice to route any hose where it may rub against a part that moves frequently. Eventually, the hose will wear out. Or do it yourself if you don't want to bother the mechanic. It will be worth the cost of the new refrigerant. Good luck, Bob Blackwell.

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