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    May 23, 2012, 05:48 PM
    Central a/c unit compressor replace terminal block
    I have a old central a/c unit. No cold air. Pulled terminal cover to compressor , lug completely burned off to a nub. Can I replace the terminal block on the compressor? I know about the kits for burned harness this will not help. Thanks
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    May 23, 2012, 10:11 PM
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    I have a old central a/c unit. no cold air. pulled terminal cover to compressor , lug completely burned off to a nub. can i replace the terminal block on the compressor? I know about the kits for burned harness this will not help. Thanks
    If it is a tin can type compressor NO since the terminals are built into a plug which is fused to the can. If it is real old and a semi hermetic like a Copeland than yes depending upon if the parts are available.
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