2nd Generation Specific 1986-1992 Discussion

A/C conversion questions?

Old Apr 17, 2006 | 08:08 PM
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Okay, I want to rebuild the a/c in my FC, I know the reciver/dryer has to be replaced, I have to find another condenser, I was wanting to know if anyone else has converted theirs to R-134a, and what problems issues they have run into. Any help is appreciated, thanks.
Old Apr 18, 2006 | 09:12 AM
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I did it on the vert, week later it blew the compressor but while it was running got the temps down to 50 in the sun(not bad for having a black top).
Old Apr 18, 2006 | 09:31 AM
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friend did it to his car, worked pretty well. the r134 fd's suck, r134 fc, wasnt bad
Old Apr 18, 2006 | 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Seppuku' post='814579' date='Apr 18 2006, 08:12 AM

I did it on the vert, week later it blew the compressor but while it was running got the temps down to 50 in the sun(not bad for having a black top).
Wow, that was helpful.



So if I change the reciver/drier, and clean the system really good, I should be okay?
Old Apr 18, 2006 | 08:56 PM
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My FC was converted to the newer R134 refrigerant, but it has a leak somewhere we think. Should I get it charged and observe it?
Old Apr 19, 2006 | 02:29 PM
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The have a UV dye that you use a specail flash light and glasses with to find leaks.



Does yours work good otherwise with the R-134a.
Old Apr 19, 2006 | 04:10 PM
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I wouldn't know. The girl converted it before selling me the car, all I've gotten is hot air....
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