Ideal 55 compressor removal

[msanborn]

There is no way I can de-attach the compressor from the lines by loosening the fittings, they are rusted shut.  It looks like I am going to have to cut the lines  to remove the compressor, my question is:  Is there a preferred location to cut the lines for re-attachment?  There are 2 lines, one about 1/4 inch, and another small wire type that connects to the dryer, can both of these be soldered back together once the compressor has been serviced?  Thanks. 

[MoonDawg]

         I would let whoever is going to service the compressor do it.
He can recover the freon then cut the lines where he feels is the best location.

[johnieG]

once you have recover the freon ( if the system isn't already discharged) you can try to heat the flare-nuts with a propane torch, ( heat only the nuts NOT the copper tubing especially if there is any residual pressure in the lines ( this means that you haven't removed the freon from the system) they will expand from the heat & it will help "crack" the rust that is hold the nuts onto the threads of the male flare fittings. don't go crazy with the heat ( not red-hot) and once again DON'T heat the copper lines if there is pressure still in the system. use caution

[msanborn]

Thanks, but that might be a little above my paygrade.