Tried to evacuate the A/C system on my 85 and it would not evac. It would lose pressure immediately. I shot a can of 134 in to find the leak. Lo and Behold the condenser started hissing right away. Louder than the engine!

New condensers are about $150. Should I take a chance on a boneyard condenser? Has any one had any luck (good or bad) with boneyard condensers? Should I look for anything special?
Will other Chevys fit?

Thanks in advance.

 

I'd suggest having a local radiator repair shop take a look at it.
They may be able to repair it at a reasonable price.
Bone yard condensers need tested.
Just my opinion, and I could be wrong

 

Not worth the work to put in something you are not sure of, especially with the A/C system. I assume you are converting from 12 to 134? Since it's apart you might want to get the newer barrier style hoses and change all the seals. 134 leaks like a bitch even in cars designed for it. Up to a half pound/yr is considered normal by many experts. Since it's going to be open you should replace the orifice tube and accumulator. Up to you but unless the changeover stuff has already been done you will go broke putting gas into it every month or so.