a/c self recharge
05-12-2004, 12:05 PM
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a/c self recharge
I read where someone recharged their a/c themself. I see where the referigerant is loaded, so it does look simple. What I want to know is if the R134a that I will buy is premixed with the accompanying lubricant that must be used. I assume so. I know that I would see for myself when I go to the supply house, but I like to be prepared. I imagine that packaging of the referigerants for non-professional use will have instructions including whether or not the compressor should be turning when adding the stuff. Second thing is whether anyone has any experience with the a/c system sealing products. I am a bit leary of those.
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Joel
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Joel
05-14-2004, 09:25 AM
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I decided to go for it. Went to Auto Zone and bought a can of R134a containing referigerant, oil and stop leak. So, for 14.99 plus tax, the a/c is cool and so am I.
Some apprehension over finding the correct valve, but that was easy because the diagram on the can is clear. The only real difficulty I had was that you have to hold the button down on the can while the contents transfer to the compressor. It took about 2/3 of the 14 ounce can. It doesn't blow at 28 degrees, but it works.
Some apprehension over finding the correct valve, but that was easy because the diagram on the can is clear. The only real difficulty I had was that you have to hold the button down on the can while the contents transfer to the compressor. It took about 2/3 of the 14 ounce can. It doesn't blow at 28 degrees, but it works.
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