You would be suprised , these cheap bastards knew for 10 years this this was on its last leg and did no planning . Save 20,50,100 a month while you own the home and when it does you buy a new one .
Thanks for being an honest man with these people, you were taught well by your parents. My 90 yo parents just went 4 days in Alabama summer heat without air because their 36 yo system finally gave it up. wish this new stuff lasted that long.
I like that you don't specify oversized A/C units and you're honest about everything. In our new house ours is actually quite oversized unfortunately. We did extra insulations and such for comfort throughout and I'm not sure they accounted for it all. It will still cycle on and off on stage 1 never reaching stage 2 in summer in Florida. It's a 4 ton 2 stage. 2000 Sq ft. We run 74 degrees.
I agree with the comments that the terminals at the compressor should’ve been checked before writing this unit off. Steve just posted a video today of a burned high resistance connector…
Steve telling the customer the cheapest thing to do is just get a window unit. He probably didn't want to go in the attic and replace this flippin thing. I don't blame him.
The condenser in this video is actually a 1995 model. The "84" at the beginning of the serial number is the factory/plant code (84 codes for Bellevue, OH). The "95E" following the "84" in the serial number codes that this was produced during May, 1995. Still a fairly old system nonetheless
Also I didn’t see you check for shorts to the compressor, didn’t check the windings. Some of ur videos are great this one seemed like you wanted out asap. Depending on the guy I wouldn’t blame ya
I usually check the terminals at the compressor for a last ditch effort. I've seen a terminal blow off and put a new terminal kit on there. Judging by the sound it was making it was definitely junk.
As a tech before anything i check compressor terminals way before i reset the breaker. If the breaker poped i never reset until i check all the wires and terminals . Then i replace the cap , then i turn on the breaker. Then i say Its dead, and when i do test a compressor i check its amperage as i turn the unit on to just confirm .
After exhausting possible options Steve, going straight to the point is the best policy! I hope he can afford a new unit. Another great video Steve! 👍☝️
Mine did the very same about a month or so ago, just before the first heat wave we had in Southern Ontario. There is me at 615 am out with the unit ripped apart hoping it was just a bad cap.......NOPE!
One of your videos that you troubleshoot you looked at the fan motor label to see the capacitor value and you did the same with the herm capacitor value because the capacitor that the Ruud was 50+10uF and you said it was odd values.
Exactly what I was thinking. Had the side of the unit open with the compressor sitting right in front of him. Should have looked to see what size capacitor the HERM required instead of guessing. But then again I don't think I have ever seen any one on any of these RUclips videos check the motor for info. I always wonder, Hey, what if the last guy put in the wrong size capacitor?
Compressor looks to be a Copeland recip Use a approved 5.2.1 start kit & not the non approved 2 wire type. 2nd generally on and only on recip compressors, what ever the btu rating it, remove the last 3 digits 3, and that generally is the cap size. ex 24k=25mfd 34k=35mfd 48k=50mfd
Hey Steve I saw you in New bedford weds...I waved to you but you were petting miss moly. I was in that big "hub tech" box truck that was in front of ya.
Replacing the entire unit inside and out. That is an r22 unit and if the compressor blows everything is contaminated. The evaporator inside is not compatible with new 410a refrigerant.
If you don't break that circuit before you test, you'll possibly be sensing the microfarads back to the power source, not the microfarads of the capacitor ... Make sure you're testing the cap dead-ended.
he took off herm side of cap so he could test between common and herm on the cap, if he was going to test the fan side of cap he would have removed fan side of cap and tested that way. hope that helps a little.
An amprobe should have been used to check LRA, Pulling the cover off the compressor so you could see the terminals should have been done. And what AC guy would recommend a window unit
@@KingofDoubleBogey So are you going to stick one in every window or just be comfortable in certain rooms, and how much power will they consume much less bring down the value of the house. I’ve been in the A/C business for 45 years in Florida , had my company for 32 and not one BBB complaint, but I will say the cost of a changout is ridiculous now a days .
@@kene6838 When I called hvac company on my new install about my not being able to find a liquid line filter anywhere on system, the owner of business came out and pointed to muffler on compressor discharge line and told me there it was, it was factory installed, And they wonder why there are helicopters, mama.
Dude, call the supply house with model and serial number and find the correct size cap, or look at compressor and fan motor specs. Love your videos but damn…spend a couple extra mins and do it right instead of guessing
Yes you're 100% right and that could very well be the reason she didn't start.. maybe the compressor takes an 80 bottom line is you have no idea what it takes without confirming
Yeah, but no, the unit is close to 30 years old. The better option is to replace the whole system, owner got his money’s worth with current system but it’s a almost a given the other parts would’ve start breaking down very soon
Steven, I love the way you have great respect for your Father👍
Love the way Miss Molly watches you take parts out of the Truck, she’s Priceless 👍
I always feel bad for the customer when you can't get it running again and you can tell they don't have any money
You would be suprised , these cheap bastards knew for 10 years this this was on its last leg and did no planning . Save 20,50,100 a month while you own the home and when it does you buy a new one .
Window ac
Steve: "If the compresser don't start......you're shit out of luck."
Steve telling it like it is.
Being 38 years old that compressor doesn’t owe the customer anything! I can’t imagine the stuff made today would last that long!
Thanks for being an honest man with these people, you were taught well by your parents. My 90 yo parents just went 4 days in Alabama summer heat without air because their 36 yo system finally gave it up. wish this new stuff lasted that long.
36 years and with almost no maintenance at all I bet
I saw the problem as soon as you got there, “ too much maintenance “ 🤣🤣
The outside unit was manufactured during May, 1995
I like that you don't specify oversized A/C units and you're honest about everything. In our new house ours is actually quite oversized unfortunately. We did extra insulations and such for comfort throughout and I'm not sure they accounted for it all. It will still cycle on and off on stage 1 never reaching stage 2 in summer in Florida. It's a 4 ton 2 stage. 2000 Sq ft. We run 74 degrees.
When homie got the 1 stage thermostat
I agree with the comments that the terminals at the compressor should’ve been checked before writing this unit off. Steve just posted a video today of a burned high resistance connector…
Steve telling the customer the cheapest thing to do is just get a window unit.
He probably didn't want to go in the attic and replace this flippin thing.
I don't blame him.
Wow 1984, that's an air conditioner. I have a Fedders window unit 1973, still works well.
The condenser in this video is actually a 1995 model. The "84" at the beginning of the serial number is the factory/plant code (84 codes for Bellevue, OH). The "95E" following the "84" in the serial number codes that this was produced during May, 1995. Still a fairly old system nonetheless
@@CompactHVAC Thank you for the info.
It would've be cool to hear that guy's stories about your dad. Your stories were great.
Why not check the compressor terminals with a multimeter for short/ground fault?
Would of take out breaker/fuse if that was the case
Also I didn’t see you check for shorts to the compressor, didn’t check the windings. Some of ur videos are great this one seemed like you wanted out asap. Depending on the guy I wouldn’t blame ya
I usually check the terminals at the compressor for a last ditch effort. I've seen a terminal blow off and put a new terminal kit on there. Judging by the sound it was making it was definitely junk.
If I lived up there I would sure be using window units or mini splits.
noticed 31/2 ton condenser on a 3 ton air handler , at least duct work was sized for 3 ton system.
As a tech before anything i check compressor terminals way before i reset the breaker. If the breaker poped i never reset until i check all the wires and terminals . Then i replace the cap , then i turn on the breaker. Then i say Its dead, and when i do test a compressor i check its amperage as i turn the unit on to just confirm .
watched one a few days ago (diff YT'er) and that was the only problem, simple fix.
Steven, make sure the customer is sitting down before you give them the quote cause Miss Molly has to eat.
Have you seen her wardrobe?
@@realSamAndrew yupp, Miss Molly is classy.
I go on repair clinic put in model number and it will list all OEM part numbers and rating
At least you tried to get it running.👍🇺🇸
After exhausting possible options Steve, going straight to the point is the best policy! I hope he can afford a new unit. Another great video Steve! 👍☝️
My grandparents put AC in about 1984, lasted until about 2009. Really no maintenance. Just filters and I replaced the blower fan about 2005.
Mine did the very same about a month or so ago, just before the first heat wave we had in Southern Ontario. There is me at 615 am out with the unit ripped apart hoping it was just a bad cap.......NOPE!
Love how the dude worked for your dad but you were the second person he called out to look at his unit no loyal customers anymore
I put a hard start on a stubborn compressor and blew the compressor terminal block out. It scared the shit out of me
You have a good job when your dog gets to be with you!!!!!
One of your videos that you troubleshoot you looked at the fan motor label to see the capacitor value and you did the same with the herm capacitor value because the capacitor that the Ruud was 50+10uF and you said it was odd values.
Exactly what I was thinking. Had the side of the unit open with the compressor sitting right in front of him. Should have looked to see what size capacitor the HERM required instead of guessing. But then again I don't think I have ever seen any one on any of these RUclips videos check the motor for info. I always wonder, Hey, what if the last guy put in the wrong size capacitor?
Poor guy, it had a good run but unfortunately shit the bed when the guy is 80+yrs old. Hope he's ready to dish it out
Compressor looks to be a Copeland recip Use a approved 5.2.1 start kit & not the non approved 2 wire type.
2nd generally on and only on recip compressors, what ever the btu rating it, remove the last 3 digits 3, and that generally is the cap size. ex 24k=25mfd 34k=35mfd 48k=50mfd
Hey Steve I saw you in New bedford weds...I waved to you but you were petting miss moly. I was in that big "hub tech" box truck that was in front of ya.
Do you replace just the compressor, or is it better to replace the entire unit outside ?
Replacing the entire unit inside and out. That is an r22 unit and if the compressor blows everything is contaminated. The evaporator inside is not compatible with new 410a refrigerant.
"She's toast", now all we need is the bacon & eggs...lol
What's the deal with new thermostats? It will just compound the trouble.
RIP AC
Hey Steve and Miss Molly! Workin’ again y’all. 👍👍
Steve gave it the Ole gundy. Sometimes they're beyond fixing. A new unit will be cheaper to run.
U DA MAN!
As a system gets older should a hard start kit be added or only when it needs one?
Steven lavimonier I like your utube videos
Actually he has a 42k btu condenser = to 4 ton condenser now with the efficiency .AHU said 36k btu, condenser 42k slugolisius.
I like how you get right to the point your s*** out of luck
Nice work
Could the wiring down to the compressor be toast or the terminal bad? Prob a long shot.
Tht happens more often than a bad compressor he Should of checked I had two this week with burnt off wires at compressor
TELLS CUSTOMER , GO TURN THE BREAKER ON ! 😂😂😂😆 I LOVE IT !
That Copeland threw a rod.
Molly's working hard
Keep up the videos.
Can't save them all Steve but at least try and look like it had long run at-least
Nothing like working in the jungle.
Hello Steve!
Give it the ole gundy mama
Hey Steve 1 Question: why do you have to take one leg of The Cap to Test it ? Does it give a move Accurate Reading ?
If you don't break that circuit before you test, you'll possibly be sensing the microfarads back to the power source, not the microfarads of the capacitor ... Make sure you're testing the cap dead-ended.
A unit with a very long line set might need a hard-start kit
he took off herm side of cap so he could test between common and herm on the cap, if he was going to test the fan side of cap he would have removed fan side of cap and tested that way. hope that helps a little.
@@jgroves55 That's what i Figured but wasn't Sure Thanks Man.
@@dock_yard1149 Thanks that's what i figured.
How much did a new compressor set him back?
He needs a complete system replacement, that was a R22 system, it's about that same price as a new compressor and expensive replacement R22 Freon.
Hi Steve and miss Molly
An amprobe should have been used to check LRA, Pulling the cover off the compressor so you could see the terminals should have been done. And what AC guy would recommend a window unit
Maybe he’s was offering a cheaper option to the old gentleman
@@KingofDoubleBogey So are you going to stick one in every window or just be comfortable in certain rooms, and how much power will they consume much less bring down the value of the house. I’ve been in the A/C business for 45 years in Florida , had my company for 32 and not one BBB complaint, but I will say the cost of a changout is ridiculous now a days .
@@kene6838 When I called hvac company on my new install about my not being able to find a liquid line filter anywhere on system, the owner of business came out and pointed to muffler on compressor discharge line and told me there it was, it was factory installed,
And they wonder why there are helicopters, mama.
Definitely a crusty one mama. A 3 ton mama and a 22 inch deep mama :)
Too bad it wasn't a Goodman mama. You can't stop a Goodman mama!!
It sure looks like you new shocks on your truck
i won't put a new compressor in it as well. it a 84 it not worth it, could put one in it then something else goes out.
DRT… Dead Right There
F'in ants everywhere...man do I hate that. At least you don't have to deal with red ants that love biting your ankles.
Hi
Its time to replace buddy she's toast great effort but its time to go quote him a price
Ain’t no Taj Mahal
Looks like it’s a 95 model not 80’s
Cap for that unit is a 40/7.5 the cap you put on was way too big
Send Huell to get it started.
Dude, call the supply house with model and serial number and find the correct size cap, or look at compressor and fan motor specs. Love your videos but damn…spend a couple extra mins and do it right instead of guessing
Yes you're 100% right and that could very well be the reason she didn't start.. maybe the compressor takes an 80 bottom line is you have no idea what it takes without confirming
Ah I would just change the compressor.
Yeah, but no, the unit is close to 30 years old. The better option is to replace the whole system, owner got his money’s worth with current system but it’s a almost a given the other parts would’ve start breaking down very soon
You mean 40 years old...lol
Hard start kit? You needed a no start kit.
What a piece of.......
... machinery
More Molly
Get a bigger hammer
Any ladies story said in last 3 months.
If not, you may repeat same story again.
I like the lady who like to hit.
I only hope our newly installed system lasts this long. 95- 05- 15 + 8 but I have my doubts.