I am in the process of doing my first restore. It is a Westinghouse Standard in (what I think) good condition. The compressor unit runs and cools. I will need to replace usual items the agitator, gaskets, and the lids. Other than that some sanding and paint.
I have done metal work on my '59 Chevy Apache. So the metal and paint don't scare me. However, I know nothing about refrig systems.
What is the best way of removing the compressor unit and cooling system? Do I cut lines and remove? Or is there a specific way to pull system down? I need to replace the rubber motor mounts. Can I have the complete unit restored? Aprox. $$$?
I have also seen where there is a conversion to "dry" instead of wet. How efficient is this? What is the approx $$ for conversion? If I convert do I keep original compressor unit? Or will it need to be different? I am not sold on the idea of keeping it completely original.
I really want to make this a functioning unit to be utilized in our game room
with out having a lot of maintenance (changing water) and it not be a power hog.
Is this possible?
Any suggestions and contacts would be graciously appreciated.
Thanks in advance for the help...