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by ArizonaZ
Sun Aug 10, 2025 8:43 am
Forum: Automotive Air Conditioning Forum
Topic: Engine swap, variable compressor vs expansion valve
Replies: 4
Views: 142

Re: Engine swap, variable compressor vs expansion valve

I think that's the biggest thing I've seen. Most people say that you need a fixed displacement compressor on systems like vintage air, but no concrete evidence as why.

From what I could find GM used the V5 with multiple TXVs, even more modern block style ones like on the Cadillac Catera. The ...
by ArizonaZ
Fri Aug 08, 2025 10:28 am
Forum: Automotive Air Conditioning Forum
Topic: Engine swap, variable compressor vs expansion valve
Replies: 4
Views: 142

Re: Engine swap, variable compressor vs expansion valve

Thank you! That is exactly what I was hoping to hear. I'll probably swap the control valve first and go from there. I didn't want to make all new hoses just to find out that I will need to switch to an accumulator system.
by ArizonaZ
Thu Aug 07, 2025 8:10 pm
Forum: Automotive Air Conditioning Forum
Topic: Engine swap, variable compressor vs expansion valve
Replies: 4
Views: 142

Engine swap, variable compressor vs expansion valve

Hey guys, I've been reading and leading a lot from this site. I've been searching to see if there have been any previous answers about my specific situation, but I've been unable to find anything.

I have a 1990 Isuzu Trooper that originally came with a TXV system. I am wrapping up an engine swap ...