An R-12 based AC system probably has Shrader valves still. A proper R-134 conversion should have quick disconnect adapters put on.
On Mar 10, 2006, at 7:09 PM, Geza Polony wrote: > Is there any obvious sign that an R-12 A/C system has been > converted to R-134? > > I bought my 1984 Westy a few months ago without getting any records > on it, > and the PO didn't seem to know much about it except the A/C "needed > to be > recharged." Meaning, probably, that it also needs to have leaks > repaired and > who knows what else. > > Anyway, I wanted to fill it full of R-134 and see if I can get the > compressor to kick on, etc., but am not sure whether the system's been > converted or not. > > No stickers saying one way or the other. > > Ideas? Thanks. > > > Geza |
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