Hi all -

We're in the process of having the AC compressor replaced on our [t]rusty chariot, and the guy doing the work has hit what he thinks is a snag. The old one looks like this:

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I very much doubt that they'll be able to 'tweak' the AC lines sufficiently to make that compressor fit without risking damage to the soft alloy pipework. Might put the pipework in the way of other components by doing so, if it's even possible. 2012 (L322) 4.4TDV8 Vogue SE, RSE, Fuji White over Arabica.
Previous V8s: BMW 645Ci, P38 4.6, P38 4.0, Merc CL500
Previous others: Honda x1, Volvo x7, Rover x6, BMW x6, Ford x1, Mercedes x2, Skoda x3, VW x2, Renault x2, Citroen x1, Mazda x3, Nissan x1, Audi x3, Kia x1, Fiat x4, Subaru x3, Austin x2, Triumph x2, Jeep x2, Hyundai x2, Lexus x1, Mitsubishi x1, Saab x2... and some others I've forgotten!