Don't Let This Kill Your AC: Real-Time Compressor Replacement

In today’s video, I’m headed to a customer's house in Red Oak to perform a full HVAC compressor replacement. Watch as I braze in the new unit using the Amdro torch to get those perfect, leak-free joints every time. Whether you’re an HVAC tech looking for tool reviews or a homeowner wondering what goes into a major AC repair, this step-by-step process covers it all—from cutting out the old compressor to the final vacuum. f this helped you out, Subscribe to Dallas Cool Air for more HVAC repairs, tool reviews, and behind-the-scenes pro tips. 0:00 - Refrigerant Recovery Setup (Fieldpiece & Appion) 1:21 - Testing for a Grounded Compressor (Meter Check) 2:10 - Supco Insulation Test: Diagnosing the Failure 2:37 - Removing Compressor Bolts with Klein Tools 3:10 - Cutting Out the Old Compressor 4:20 - Preparing the Unit for the New Install 4:55 - Brazing in the New Compressor (Amdro Oxyset Mobile) 8:09 - Vacuum Pump & New Capacitor Setup 8:52 - Final Results: Addressing a Clogged Filter Drier Gear Used In This Video: Camera: Samsung Galaxy S24 (Shot in 4K) Torch: Ambro Oxyset Mobile Brazing System Manifold: Fieldpiece SM480V SMAN Wireless 4-Port Testing: Supco M500 Insulation Tester (Megohmmeter) Hand Tools: Klein Tools Nut Drivers and HVAC Multi-Tool Fieldpiece SRS3 Wireless Refrigerant Scale