01 AC compressor part number?

[Marlin]

So I have the typical Isuzu AC compressor problem that the bearings are howling. I ordered the 2488 compressor from autozone for a couple hundred bucks and today went to replace it. Guess what...wrong compressor. I searched every site I could, Pepboys, Isuzuparts...the VX parts list, and all the AC threads here. All the parts lists list the same compressor for the 99-01, which isn't true. The <01 used a GM compressor, which is the 2488, the 01 has some weird looking one that looks similar to the 02 and newer Isuzu compressors, but not the same, the suction connection isnt flat on the Vx like it is on 02 rodeo, axiom etc... Anyone know the part number or where to get the right one? Even the clutch assembly would be enough, but since it costs almost as much as the whole compressor, figured I would replace the entire assembly. I need to get this done before summer, and Moab, plus if the unit seizes......bad bad bad.
I checked fleabay, nothing for the 01 Vx.
Please help!!!!!!!!

[Marlin]

I found out some interesting things today. The isuzu parts list is indeed wrong on some things. They knew about the compressor part number being incorrect. The 01 Vx AC compressor is unique to the 01Vx. The >02 isuzus use the same compressor, they have same rating and mounting but with one small but huge difference:the low suction connection on the Vx sticks out at an angle to allow the hose to not be pinched in steering components, the others are flat, so the hose has a pinch in it to get it to fit. So if you have an 01, its OEM or nothing, the clutch is the same I think, so you could try that, but for compressor failure...its gonna cost. I am keepin my old one just in case. I found a place that said they could rebuild it if you mail it to them, but its a few weeks plus shipping, so I will probably have my original rebuilt just in case. My new one came from a wrecked Vx with about 70K miles. Quality auto parts, very cool and ridiculously quick.
I hope no one else has to go through what I did...

[navistar]

Sorry for having steered you wrong on Fleabay. I have 2 01's so I'll note the OEM compressor or nothing data point. Thanks.

[Griffin]

Mine is howling too.

[Marlin]

Mine is howling too.

That sucks, its poor design, the compressor is right at the bottom and with no splash guard, it gets exposed to the elements the most. I would imagine the alternator is susceptible as well. But those are relatively cheap and easy to come by.
I wonder if you can get a shorter belt and bypass the AC if you had to like you can on the older rodeos? Hmmmmm...just a thought.

[Marlin]

Hmmmm, something interesting, apparently the 2000 might havce the same compressor. If someone could take a look at theirs, if the clutch e-clips look like a bunch of triangles overlapping, thats the newer version, if it is just a few circles, its not. This is what mine looks like.
http://www.discountcompressor.com/vi...%20%20&code=RC

[evillecutter]

obviously some 00 models have the new compressor with the celtic type clutch - mine is like that and no auto parts store has anything near correct - and when i looked for a 01 trooper compressor to use instead they all say they do not make those anymore either - wtf can i do - is every single part on this thing going to be like this? if so im going to have a really nice vx for sale soon - i love this thing but i cant spend six months tracking down every damn part i need

[VXorado]

obviously some 00 models have the new compressor with the celtic type clutch - mine is like that and no auto parts store has anything near correct - and when i looked for a 01 trooper compressor to use instead they all say they do not make those anymore either - wtf can i do - is every single part on this thing going to be like this? if so im going to have a really nice vx for sale soon - i love this thing but i cant spend six months tracking down every damn part i need

Don't fret.

Check your A/C part #. My a/c says Zexel DKV-14D which is the same as a 2001 VX -Go figure, I have a 1999.

I quick search found many results. I'll probably go with a refurbished model for around $200.00. Looks like you can buy new for $380-ish

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1998-2001-Pa...#ht_3232wt_952

[Marlin]

The 2000 and 2001 models are different than the 99 model!!! All the parts stores show that they are the same, they are different!!!!!

I would just start checking junkyards. I don't mess around online, just go and pull it yourself. That way yo ucan practice on someone else's truck, and you might score other goodies. I have stockpiled all that stuff, extra alternator, ac compressor, cvs and so on. Since Isuzu is gone, it will get more and more difficult over the years.

Don't quit, its well worth it!!!!

[VXorado]

The 2000 and 2001 models are different than the 99 model!!! All the parts stores show that they are the same, they are different!!!!!

Starting to think they're all the same. My 99' has the same compressor as alterastro. I confirmed the part # last night. From your post it sounds like it's the same as your 01' compressor.

The autopart stores seem to list the wrong part for all Vehicross' despite year.

[evillecutter]

Don't fret.

Check your A/C part #. My a/c says Zexel DKV-14D which is the same as a 2001 VX -Go figure, I have a 1999.

I quick search found many results. I'll probably go with a refurbished model for around $200.00. Looks like you can buy new for $380-ish

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1998-2001-Pa...#ht_3232wt_952

you are the man - looks like its the same (fingers crossed)

[rsteinmetz70112]

Check for used parts.
There are a lot more 01 troopers than VX,
Also some shop will rebuild your compressors or sell rebuilt ones.

Check this site they seem to have 3 or 4 models.
http://www.discountacparts.com
At least they say they aren't all the same.

[evillecutter]

so there are 3 different models:
HD6:
http://www.discountcompressor.com/vi...artid=60-00900 &code=NC
DKV14G:
http://www.discountcompressor.com/vi...artid=60-01582 &code=NA
DKV14D:
http://www.discountcompressor.com/vi...artid=60-01421 &code=RC

not sure yet which models go with which years, but i hope this helps

my 2000 is a 14D

[Marlin]

Plot thickens. I know that the 99VX sitting in the yards in Charleston does not have the same compressor as my 01. I assumed it was a difference associated with auto climate control.

The GM compressor physically fit in the truck, but the fittings were not even close to the same. One might be able to swap all the lines and make the GM model work, which can be had for 100 bucks or less on Ebay. That might be worth the effort. I tinkered with all this at the beginning of my relationship with my VX. I wasn't as comfortable tearing into that stuff back then. If I was not in the Arabian Gulf right now, I would probably take it apart and hack out the old lines and do the swap....then I could sell my two spares and perhaps pick up a new welder with the cash

[evillecutter]

ordered my rebuilt KDV-14D from the guy on ebay that vxorado found and got it today - took it to the guy who welded my new cat on and he put it on and charged the system up no problem - works great and the engine runs smooth and quiet could not be happier

side note: the guy who sold me the compressor was reluctant to send it because he said his parts book told him that it would not work on my vehicle - i told him as long as it was the one he had pictured it was the one i needed so he sent but he still didnt seem to be too sure thati knew what i was talking about - have a feeling this scenerio might play out more than a few times being a vx owner