I have 2002 Ranger Edge that has no AC at the Moment. Last fall I had the Condenser replaced and when they did vacuum test, the gauge only moved a little from what I was told. The mechanic told me that if this didn't solve the issue, then the Evaporator Core will need replaced. I started using it in the spring and it has slowly gotten worse to the point where there is no cold air. The AC clutch keeps clicking about every 10 seconds which is really annoying. An estimate to install a new Evaporator Core is about $600..

I just wanted to get a second opinion on the estimate. Seems kind of high to me. I am looking at getting a new vehicle potentially this fall. I don't want to sell it without AC. I have tried researching the forum and youtube, but there doesn't seem to be a lot of information on how to replace these. Any advice on the issue will help.