Date:         Wed, 1 Aug 2001 18:19:25 -0500
Reply-To:     Mark & Laura Magee <marklaura@HOUSTON.RR.COM>
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From:         Mark & Laura Magee <marklaura@HOUSTON.RR.COM>
Subject:      Re: AC Leak problems solved (?)
Comments: To: Terry Kay <CTONLINE@WEBTV.NET>
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Terry, et al.,
I as well have a small leak on my converted system, maybe 1/2 lb of R134a
every 6-9 months (we run A/C down here in the South year round). I am
interested in this product you speak of, with a big caution: this type of
product may indeed seal small pressure leaks, however it very well may coat
the evaporator and/or condensor thereby greatly reducing thier efficiency.
Terry, give it a try, but if you would, be a -true- guinea pig, top off
w/refrigerant first and see the delta in ambient temp vs. what comes out
the front vents BEFORE and then AFTER the application of this sealant,
using a properly refrigerant topped of system as a benchmark on cooling.
This way we could tell if the product does indeed affect the efficiency of
the system as a side-effect of sealing the leak.
Regards
Mark Magee
90 Carat 73K
Kemah TX USA
JOH 14:6

Terry Kay wrote:

> Hey all,
>
> Just got a copy of Fleet Management magazine I get.
> It's periodical that covers maintenance on large truck fleets.
>
> Now inside, I find an ad from a AC accessory vendor, that has a product
> called Super Seal Pro.
>
> It claims that this stuff quickly, permanently, seals leaks in;
> condensers,evaporators. accumulators,compressors,o-rings, gaskets, and
> metal, or rubber hoses.
> Seals multiple leaks, and circulates to prevent any future leaks.
>
> Now, I most certainly do not in any way shape or form believe in
> miracles in a can, but I could see this stuff working where a leak is
> evident, and can not be found.
>
> It appears that the stuff is in a freon type can which is injected into
> the system, with a short hose, and valve.
>
> I'm going to give this stuff a shot in my GL, as it has an ever so slow
> leak, and I have been unable to locate it with a leak detector, (
> beeper) or dye.
>
> The manufactures name is Clip Light, and their email address is;
> www.cliplight.com.
>
> More interesting phenomena.
>
> Check it out.
>
> Later,
>
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> Terry--
> 74 Campmobile- (Clementine)
> 85 GL- (Delilah)
> 86 BMW 325 ES- (Eva)