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Peter L.

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A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« on: December 09, 2022, 01:35:50 PM »
 Getting around to the A/C on my KR. Can someone tell me, are the vacuum canisters on the inner fender for the A/C and tilt the same? I have neither and have to replace both of them.
 Found some good photos using the search, but no information if they are the same or different.
     Thanks for any help.   
                                          Pete. 
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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #1 on: December 09, 2022, 01:37:12 PM »
No

The nipples are different sizes

Peter L.

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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #2 on: December 09, 2022, 03:04:00 PM »
   Thanks, that's good to know.
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Royce Peterson

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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2022, 02:03:06 PM »
Both are available as reproductions. The repros can have quality issues, so be sure to test them with a vacuum pump before installing them. That way they can be returned and exchanged if they fail.
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Peter L.

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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #4 on: December 12, 2022, 10:57:06 AM »
  Who offers a good reproduction?
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Royce Peterson

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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #5 on: December 12, 2022, 11:01:33 AM »
There is only one reproduction. It's sold by most of the vendors. Whichever one is your favorite and takes returns.
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Corey Bowcutt

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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #6 on: December 12, 2022, 12:50:57 PM »
Both are available as reproductions. The repros can have quality issues, so be sure to test them with a vacuum pump before installing them. That way they can be returned and exchanged if they fail.

This is so correct.  I purchased a new reproduction and it would not hold a vacuum.  I ended up going to EBay and bought an original and it has worked perfectly for me.

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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #7 on: December 13, 2022, 07:44:56 AM »
  Thanks again. I would prefer original pieces. Time to start searching.
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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #8 on: December 13, 2022, 11:44:57 AM »
  Thanks again. I would prefer original pieces. Time to start searching.

Be sure to test any original ones you find. Most of them stopped holding vacuum years ago. The reproductions are actually very nice, you just have to be the final inspector.
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Re: A/C- tilt vacuum canisters
« Reply #9 on: December 13, 2022, 03:16:05 PM »
  Will do. Thanks again for all the info guys!  8)
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