Need Help Identifying Air Dryer

BussBry

1998 Amtran International 3800, DT466e, MT643
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I am looking for info on my air dryer. I am wanting to replace the cartridge or replace the entire unit. It has minimal marking on the cartridge, "Allied Signal Benedix Air Dryer" no model #. the air dryer itself has a Guarantee and a serial number stamped plate but online searches has yielded no results.

I am seeing some oil at the purge part of the dryer, not much but a residue that collects grime. the Purge valve has also gotten stuck open once allowing air to escape but after pushing on it it has never done it again almost a year later. my though is I need to replace the cartridge.

I am at a loss as to what cartridge to order to replace it with. Fleet pride near me has 3 options:
1. OTR AD-9 Style Air Dryer Cartridge $50
2. OTR Air Dryer Cartridge $50
3. OTR Type AD-9® Style Dryer (a replacement dryer and cartridge) $177

their website says these fit my vehicle, I have learned to be Leary.

Help me solve my mystery and advice on cartridge or full replacement are welcome!
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their website says these fit my vehicle,

Help me solve my mystery
and advice on cartridge or full replacement are welcome!
The bigger mystery is, what vehicle you have ???

My best guess is option #3.
 
Yeah I cant figure out why my bus details arent showing under my name its all plugged into my profile. I thought maybe it as just an I cant see type of issue. 1998 dt466e international 3800.
The bigger mystery is, what vehicle you have ???

My best guess is option #3.
 
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Simple fix, edit your profile header banner and insert bus info there, right under your screen name.

It appears that your air dryer is an AD-9 Dryer.
 

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