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Old Jul 27, 2005 | 03:48 PM
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I TOOK APART MY COMPRESSOR AND FOUND
THAT IT WAS BONE DRY IS IT SAPOST TO BE
DRY IN SIDE
 
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Old Jul 27, 2005 | 04:37 PM
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Absolutely never. It is always supposed to be well lubricated. It could be dry if it was installed incorrectly, or the system was flushed and oil was never reinstalled, or it is slightly possible that most of the oil could have leaked out from inactivity.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2005 | 05:31 PM
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Absolutely never. It is always supposed to be well lubricated. It could be dry if it was installed incorrectly, or the system was flushed and oil was never reinstalled, or it is slightly possible that most of the oil could have leaked out from inactivity.
IT IS FACTORY INSTALED ITS BONE DRY
PLUS ITS 16 YEARS OLD I BOUGHT IT USED I FOUND THE PLUG
THAT CONNECTED TO THE COMRESSOR I FOUND IT DISCONECTED
MAYBE THATS THE REASON WHY ITS NOT WORKING
THEN I TOOK IT APART AND NOTCE IT
 
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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 10:03 AM
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Ok, it has probably leaked out. The compressor will not run unless there is pressure, so if you had the system completelty evacuated, and then recharged with the proper amout of oil and a good coolant (for the older R-12 stuff, I recommend RB-276 (Freezone), because it has it's own oil charge, and is completely compatible with all seals and lubricants found in R-12 systems. It is the only product with a warranty that covers the compressor, assuming your compressor is working.
 
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Old Jul 28, 2005 | 03:17 PM
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Ok, it has probably leaked out. The compressor will not run unless there is pressure, so if you had the system completelty evacuated, and then recharged with the proper amout of oil and a good coolant (for the older R-12 stuff, I recommend RB-276 (Freezone), because it has it's own oil charge, and is completely compatible with all seals and lubricants found in R-12 systems. It is the only product with a warranty that covers the compressor, assuming your compressor is working.
IS THERE A RETROFIT KIT THAT I CAN INSTALL ON THIS
SO I CAN CONVERT IT TO R134 I DO NOT NKOW IF I CAN GET R12
ON E-BAY OR NOT THATS IF IT IS STILL AVALIBLE OR NOT
 
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Old Jul 29, 2005 | 10:34 AM
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Why convert to 134A, when there are perfectly good and efficient replacements for R-12. Yes, you could convert, but do not expect the cooling to work as well as the factory AC. I suggest you get RB-276 (Freezone) though you could go with Freeze-12 as well. The problem with Freeze 12, is that it does not contain a lubricant, so you have to install PAG oil to protect the system. Also, before installing any new refrigerant (especially R-134a) replace the accumulator (or receiver drier). The reason is, the system is probably contaminated with excess moisture, and PAG oil wil draw the moisture out of the drier and cause corrosion elswhere.
 
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Old Jul 29, 2005 | 01:14 PM
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[QUOTE=khantyranitar]Why convert to 134A, when there are perfectly good and efficient replacements for R-12. Yes, you could convert, but do not expect the cooling to work as well as the factory AC. I suggest you get RB-276 (Freezone) though you could go with Freeze-12 as well. The problem with Freeze 12, is that it does not contain a lubricant, so you have to install PAG oil to protect the system. Also, before installing any new refrigerant (especially R-134a) replace the accumulator (or receiver drier). The reason is, the system is probably contaminated with excess moisture, and PAG oil wil draw the moisture out of the drier and cause corrosion elswhere.[/
OK SHOULD I JUST STICK WITH THE R12 WHAT IS RB-276 MEAN
WITCH REFRIGERANT HAS THE OIL IN IT IS IT FREEZE ZONE
I JUST WANT TO PUT REFRIGERANT IN IT TO GET IT WORKING
 
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Old Jul 30, 2005 | 02:25 PM
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Ok, if your compressor turns and doesn't show signs of contamination, you can assemble the system. Replaces any O-rings that get disturbed. With the system all put together, find a shop that will evacuate the system for a reasonable cost. With the system in a condition that it will hold a vacuum for at least 5 minutes, you can now add coolant. If your system has any Mineral oil left anywhere, you will either have to remove it, or you will need to add a coolant that is compatible with mineral oil. RB-276 (FreeZone) is an R-12 replacement that will directly replace R-12, and carries its own fully synthetic lubricant, plus has an additive that allows it to carry mineral oil.
This lubricant also protects the system from the harmfull effects of moisture. If you need FreeZone, you can get it through me, or through Heco. If you want to buy RB-276, you will need an IMACA licence (it is pretty cheap to get, and you need to take a test, which is not very difficult.) Freeze-12 doesn't require a licence, but consider that it can cause damage to the system if you don't add the proper amount of lubricant. Also consider that it doesn't carry a warranty.
 
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