Rheem Evaporator Coil Box

[nchvac]

I am running into a common problem here and I am wondering if there is an easier solution than the one I dread. There are a lot of horizontal units in this area with the old Rheem Evaporator boxes (RCAH-Z037S for example). We used to simply slide the old coil out and the new one in and go on. I am having trouble finding these slab coils and I am wondering if anyone knows where a 13 seer slab coil that will fit into these old boxes can be found. I think that Airco makes a slab coil, but the box size is different. Any advice will help.

I am fearing that us service techs are going to be sheet metal men soon!

[ar_hvac_man]

the last horiz. slab i bought was massive.
Better get the brake ready and make sure you have sharp snips.

[nchvac]

How about the upflow and downflow changeouts. Are the new coils usually fitting in the old cabinets? This issue concerns me because there are a lot of people out of work in my area. They call me in hopes of saving money. I usually try to change compressor or repair otherwise, but sometimes I do have to change out a unit.

[nites chaos]

Check out the Rheem Model RCTA-A***. Its made for Rheem by ADP. I know the overall width of the cabinet is only 1/2" different but not sure about the slab itself. It has changed to a TXV instead of the cap tube and piston setup.

Martin

[nchvac]

I don't have any info on that model. Do you happen to have the dimensions on that box or coil?