New Evaporator Coils necessary for new Condenser ?

Neither of them are correct. The coils *MUST* be replaced when switching to R-410a(Puron). R-410a and R-22 are not compatable at all, nor are the oils, and R-410a operates at much higher pressures than R-22....yet another reason to change the coils. BTW, did you know that the manufacturers will *NOT* stand behind their warranties if a correctly matched coil is not used with the new condenser??

I would suggest that you get a properly matched system from and have it installed by a *COMPETENT*, licensed, insured, professionally trained HVAC technician. and don't walk, but run away from those two companies. Don't forget to get that 10 year parts and labor extended warranty with the new correctly matched system. Also demand a copy of the ARI Certificate of Performance for the new system. If they can't or won't give you one, then show them the door.

FWIW, I would not put Carrier in my home on a bet.

You might still be able to get an R-22 instalation done. We had a compressor failure a few years ago and our HVAC just replaced the outside unit for less than $2000. It's only a 5 year guarantee but the man who did the work is very good and very careful.

If you can't just replace the "outside unit" and/or your HVAC isn't up to just replacing the compressor you may be stuck with replacing just about everything but the thermostat and the blower housing.

Beside the previous comments, a 22 year old coil is a leak waiting to happen.

HankG

Even if it did work the seer increase you get from a new coil will make a major difference in your electric bill, and that you want. Have you checked how much you will save. do so, charts might be at Carrier. But one more point in upgrading you may not need 4 ton, but maybe 3 ton,[ im just guessing here] did anybody do a load calculation or point that out to you. You have 10 seer, probably its 9 seer by now, its an energy hog, 15 seer is a big saver in electric costs. If it didnt run nearly constantly on the hottest days, you might have been oversized before. You need a load calculation in writing.

Sounds like you have some really interesting HVAC techs, there. Mix Puron and R-22? Not a good idea. If it works at all, it won't work for long.

Just wait till Bubba hears that you're not replacing the thermostat. OOOHH... I don't want to be here.... oh, yah, maybe I do?

J, Drop the lazy fool that doesnt want to change your indoor coil. Total bull. You might as well just toss your money into a firepit it you dont install a matching indoor coil. R-410a (Puron) and R-22 dont mix. You dont need to replace your lineset to switch from R-22 to R-410a. (Sorry guys, its just not that big a deal) That being said, Yes it is a good idea to replace it though. You can also blow the lineset with nitrogen and/or flush it with Calgon RX-11 but the flush aint cheap. In reality, if you get a new A/C system, why do you want to use the outdoor disconnect over? or the old pad it sets on? Why do you still want that 22yr old stat on the wall? If you are getting a new A/C get someone that will replace your A/C SYSTEM! Get a warranty and dont worry about it breaking again until that warranty period is up. I even replace the low voltage wiring to the outside unit on a new install. I dont like old shit on new shit. It saves me from going on callbacks for free and I dont do nuthin for free. Bubba

Carrier... lol Nuff said...

It's likely to outlast the new coil... That said... you still have to install a new coil.

Are you visiting the area Stormy??? Sounds like something you'd do...

Right on Bubba... New condenser, evap, line-set, control, pad, stat, drain, etc...

It not only saves the client in the long run with fewer callbacks that are a nuisance. But, it also provides for the best efficiency and system longevity one can ask for.

As a client, ask yourself this question, can the current contractor stand behind the existing line-set? It doesn't leak (I know this by doing a pressure/vacuum test) but, is there any kinks in the existing line? Is there a weak spot that could turn into a leak in the future? Is there a sag in the line that could trap oil? Has there been a compressor burnout on this line set?

Your answer is the same as it is for this one... would you let your automachanic put old "used" oil into your new car engine?

Copper alloys tend to "age hardens" what this mean is the hardware gets brittle and thus more subject to developing leaks as the years go by.

HTH

Bottoms up I guess float the oil out the top with the calgon shit spose take your time...soak it...$$$=hours

still that old coil is gonna be all stiff an brittle and inadequately rated as to test and working pressure while any of the new one will be dual rated--(duh for lower pressure r22) as well as being listed for the higher pressures you'll encounter w / 410

Am I missing something on AC operation and sizing? I know from the many points of what has been said, he needs to replace the coil to. But couldnt his old 10 seer be actualy running at 8, won`t he save near 50% on his electric bill with a complete 15 Seer unit, yes. So if that is the case couldn`t a 2-2.5 ton work and a 4 ton unit be way oversized making the house uncomfortable and the extra cost a waste?. Of course he also needs pros, not hacks to bid, and do a load calculation in writing.

A heat load such as manual J is critical to be sure the correct size unit is installed. One of the items in a J is a blower door test. This can be critical as one can guess at the ACH (Air Changes per Hour) but I do not know anyone that can get this GUESS correct every time. Test do not GUESS. Another test that is critical is the duct leakage. I=92d say 1 of 20 homes we test have duct leakage high enough our equipment cannot test it. Things such as building cavities used for ducts, a common practice in many areas of the country during certain years. So that 15 SEER can be compromised and a larger unit will be needed. Tight ducts can be more important than a high efficiency unit.

Be sure dampers are installed in all ducts to balance the unit.

Andy

Think Whole House Performance, it=92s the right thing to do=85

The SEER rating has nothing to do with the units capacity. It just takes more energy to move the same amount of heat.

Thing of SEER as MGPs, the fuel costs the same and has the same octane, but one car uses more to travel the same distance.

I'm left wondering. In this age of escalating energy prices, who in their right mind would ever want to use a 22 year old evaporator that they acknowledge,will turn a new 15 seer system into a 12 seer one?

And if you do, and two years later the compressor fails, who will warranty it?

As someone previoulsy said, it's like replacing all of a car then shoving a radiator from a 22 year old junker into it.

Not a lot of peaple post HERE so they have to make the most of the one's that do.

Anybody want a 9 Lobe 7 Flute 300 Ton Frick Screw for $10 Come's with 5 Tons of NH3 and a free EVAPORATOR COIL ( NEW ONE ) Very usefull for holding down the roof in a cyclone ( 3 Ton Weight )

The Interpretation of all the Complex technical terms USED IS THEY WANT YOU TO BUY A NEW ONE

Hi, Rule of thumb, you always use matched set. Older coil may die soon(spring a leak) or if you want to reuse it, it needs flushing with special chemical which is very expensive. (R22 and Puron oil is different) Most techs does not want to do this. Also Puron runs at higher pressure. Proper thing to do is to replace line set, coil and use transfer valve. For more expert advice go to forum at