Here's an update on my AC situation...
Removed the compressor from the car, and verified it's a Nippon Denso compressor, part #10P15C to be exact. I also purchased a remanufactured ND compressor, new receiver/dryer, new expansion valve & O-ring kit from these guys:
http://www.acpartshouse.com/
FWIW, price for all of the above shipped to me was $210, compressor was $150 with a 1 year warranty. For an extra $100, they will give you a lifetime warranty on it, but since they told me that they don't do anything different or better in the rebuild process when I asked, I didn't think the lifetime warranty was worth the extra $100. Figured if it's a bad rebuild, it would fail within the 1st year anyway.
My plan going forward is to remove the condenser & evaporator core, hoses & AC hard pipes and give everything a thorough flushing with solvent & drying with compressed air to ensure there are no bits of my old compressor left behind. Then when the compressor & other parts arrive, reassemble the system with all new O-rings/seals, and evacuate & leak test it with a vacuum pump. Charge it up with R152A duster spray and enjoy the cold AC again
