I have a 1986 Vanagon. Use it for work. In good shape, but the AC went out some time ago. Since it was a Freon 12 unit, I've been dragging my feet (plus no one wants to work on that vehicle). We had our first hint of summer here in Fresno, CA this week; temps hit the 80s. I went into my local Pep Boys and found a Freon 134 conversion recharging kit for 30 bucks. What the hell! Bought it, and recharged the system. Viola!! Cold air again. The kit had 2 cans of refrigerant-lubricant-sealer and a pressure gauge. Simple to use. Can't say anything about long-term, but, hey. I had our Volvo recharged with Freon 12, and it cost about $100. I don't know AC. I don't know refrigeration. But I do know cool air. So we'll watch the long term.
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20 years ago