It didn't get any cooler, but could this mess it up? I only put in one can. Also, is there any place (like online) that I can buy R-12 without a permit.
2006-07-27 08:09:10 · 6 answers · asked by ? 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
So as I understand it, if I don't have the
a/c system converted, I'm screwed since I put the wrong refridgerant inside? How much doe it usually cost to convert?
2006-07-27 09:29:06 · update #1
So as I understand it, if I don't have the
a/c system converted, I'm screwed since I put the wrong refridgerant inside? How much does it usually cost to convert?
2006-07-27 09:29:36 · update #2
the R134a will eventually degrade the rubber seals throughout the system causing a plethora of leaks. Part of the conversion process from R12 is to replace these seals/o-rings to the R134a resistant type. I do agree with one of the other respondents who said that R12 is more expansive than R134a. I would convert your system to R134a. It is also a more efficient refrigerant than R12 and much safer for the environment (the ozone layer of the atmosphere).
2006-07-27 08:53:23 · answer #1 · answered by tepidorator 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
If the system was empty or very low on R-12, I would get a conversion kit that includes lubricant that has an additive to prevent problems. R-12 is not available without license and I would not recommend using any of the Propane based replacements advertised. Should the system have a leak and the gas come in contact with an ignition source.... not good.
2006-07-27 08:15:24 · answer #2 · answered by wrenchman1995 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How'd you put in the wrong stuff? The fittings are different so it won't work. Well, it shouldn't work anyway. It's cheaper to convert than it is to stay with R12, even though the R12 did work better it's made of unobtanium now=$$$$$
2006-07-27 15:44:17 · answer #3 · answered by scarface 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A conversion kit can be bought at Wal-mart for $30 to $35. You will need to get the system evacuated I believe. Check the instructions in the kit.
2006-07-27 13:52:19 · answer #4 · answered by Peter C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you decide to go with r-134a you need to change the acumilator/drier this is usually on the low pressure side i have been told you need to do this to prevent the system from "gumming up" and possible dammage to the pump
2006-07-27 08:48:04 · answer #5 · answered by yodamandemonoid 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is cheaper to update your system into r134 than to buy r12.
2006-07-27 08:26:52 · answer #6 · answered by wallace s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋