trbo20 wrote:
On Nov 20, 9:57 am, George wrote:
trbo20 wrote:
The compressor in my 13-year old Lenox heat pump died yesterday
through an internal short. The repair guy told me that I could expect
to pay from $1700 to $1800 for a new one.
While I'm no HVAC guy, I do understand basic mechanics, and I know
that there is nothing either technologically or mechanically wondrous
about compressors. I can't get my head around why this part should
cost more than a replacement car engine or a nice riding lawn mower.
Sounds like you haven't priced things in a long time.

How so? I purchased a riding lawn mower this spring for $1700, and
replaced my Honda Civic engine with a rebuilt one for $1600.

At age 13, unless the replacement is higher efficiency, you're probably
better off replacing the whole unit.

I would guess the cost is at least partially owing to the age and the
changes in that time. I presume the new will also include switchover to
new refrigerant and if so, the sizing difference is part of the equation
as well. 4T is a good-sized unit as well...

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