R12 to 134A
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R12 to 134A
Hey everyone,
Well I've finally decided this is the last summer without ac. Driving 7 hours in 100 degree heat is awful. Anyway, I wanted to know if there was any tips putting 134A in a 12 system. I am replacing every component of the AC system (compressor knocked last time I checked with a blown seal). I'm changing all o rings and seal.
So I wanted to know if there is any special parts I can buy for 12 to 134A systems. When my car was retrofitted 134A blew the compressor seal so I want to ensure my ac is set. Also I will not be filling up with 12 because I prefer the availability of 134A
Well I've finally decided this is the last summer without ac. Driving 7 hours in 100 degree heat is awful. Anyway, I wanted to know if there was any tips putting 134A in a 12 system. I am replacing every component of the AC system (compressor knocked last time I checked with a blown seal). I'm changing all o rings and seal.
So I wanted to know if there is any special parts I can buy for 12 to 134A systems. When my car was retrofitted 134A blew the compressor seal so I want to ensure my ac is set. Also I will not be filling up with 12 because I prefer the availability of 134A
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Re: R12 to 134A
I bought the whole kit from RockAuto. Compressor, dryer, orfice tube, and a new hose set for $290.00 to my door. The plan is to flush the condensor with the flush and blow dry. Then pull a vacuum down and charge with 134.
Now I just have to do it. It does no good sitting in the hatch well!
Now I just have to do it. It does no good sitting in the hatch well!
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Re: R12 to 134A
Skip the R-134a. Since it has already been converted to run that refrigerant, fill it with ES-12a. Much colder and lower pressures.
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Re: R12 to 134A
Not sure why, ES-12a isn't R12. It is a R-134a replacement. I'm running it in my '92 with great results. With the exception of the orifice tube the A/C system is entirely factory original. IIRC, I changed the orifice tube to the red one.
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Re: R12 to 134A
It is more cost effective to add the 134A as my friend had a ton of bottles that just gave to me so I can use it. It may not be as cool but this is mostly for highway driving anyway
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