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Recharging a car AC at home...
Posted on 9/19/14 at 2:06 pm
Posted on 9/19/14 at 2:06 pm
Does this A/C Pro stuff work? Anyone got tips?
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Posted on 9/19/14 at 2:07 pm to FT
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Does this A/C Pro stuff work?
Yep
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Anyone got tips?
Follow the instructions...
Posted on 9/19/14 at 2:08 pm to FT
It didn't work on my truck. You could prob pay a little more and have the auto shop charge it for you.
Posted on 9/19/14 at 2:14 pm to FT
Depends on the issue as to whether it works. It certainly works in the sense that it adds refrigerant to your system. However, if your refrigerant is low, it means their is a causal issue you will eventually have to resolve. Depending on the cause of the ac problem, the recharge could keep your air cold for months or just hours.
This post was edited on 9/19/14 at 2:16 pm
Posted on 6/27/15 at 7:57 am to FT
someone had a thread the other day asking what I just did and I since saw the commercial. I did a search and only found you thread.
so this is why your thread was bumped.
so this is why your thread was bumped.
Posted on 6/27/15 at 7:58 am to FT
Been huffing freon? Getting the deep voice?
Posted on 6/27/15 at 8:05 am to cajunangelle
You need a set of gauges to properly charge your cars AC. Reading the high side pressure is important to prevent overcharging and to make sure the refrigerant is condensing properly.
A cheap set of gauges is less than $50
A cheap set of gauges is less than $50
Posted on 6/27/15 at 8:11 am to sleepytime
You're missing the point. The EPA has hissy fits and regs on freon release. They regulate via individuals holding a license.
The kit at auto zone comes with gauges and directions.
134a freon is regulated by recording every ounce used and discharged by a licensed HVAC individual. Only a a licensed HVAC individual, can purchase it.
So why is auto zone selling it to people not holding a license?
The kit at auto zone comes with gauges and directions.
134a freon is regulated by recording every ounce used and discharged by a licensed HVAC individual. Only a a licensed HVAC individual, can purchase it.
So why is auto zone selling it to people not holding a license?
This post was edited on 6/27/15 at 8:17 am
Posted on 6/27/15 at 8:15 am to cajunangelle
Go away. You ruined the thread
Posted on 6/27/15 at 8:17 am to oilmanNO
go huff some freon.
Posted on 6/27/15 at 10:18 am to FT
They work well unless you have a leak, then it's just a matter of time until you have to do it again. If you want to do it right Autozone rents the gauges and a vacume pump.
Posted on 6/27/15 at 10:28 am to cajunangelle
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134a freon is regulated by recording every ounce used and discharged by a licensed HVAC individual. Only a a licensed HVAC individual, can purchase it.
You can buy it on Amazon. I don't know the legalities, but its there.
134a
Posted on 6/27/15 at 10:40 am to FT
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Does this A/C Pro stuff work? Anyone got tips?
If you want ensure a bigger and more costly problem in the future you could give it a try. I'd never in a million years do that, though.
Stay away and get it fix right.
Posted on 6/27/15 at 10:48 am to cajunangelle
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134a freon is regulated by recording every ounce used and discharged by a licensed HVAC individual. Only a a licensed HVAC individual, can purchase it.
Is it still legal to purchase R-134a?
EPA has finalized a rulemaking (69 FR 11946; March 12, 2004)(43 pp, 491 KB) that does not include a restriction on the sale of HFC refrigerant R-134a.
Posted on 6/27/15 at 11:33 am to cajunangelle
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134a freon is regulated by recording every ounce used and discharged by a licensed HVAC individual. Only a a licensed HVAC individual, can purchase it.
No. That's only for freon that contains Ozone depleting properties which 134s does not. That's why it's legal for anybody to purchase off of the shelf. However, it is still illegal for anyone to vent it off into the air.
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Has EPA finalized the rule on restricting the sale of R-134a? Is it still legal to purchase R-134a?
EPA has finalized a rulemaking (69 FR 11946; March 12, 2004)(43 pp, 491 KB) that does not include a restriction on the sale of HFC refrigerant R-134a. EPA has limited the sales restriction to refrigerants that contribute to depletion of the stratospheric ozone layer, including HFC blends containing an ozone-depleting substance (e.g., FRIGC FR-12, Free Zone, Hot Shot or R-414B, GHG-X4 or R-414A, and Freeze 12). While EPA does not restrict the sale of pure HFC substitutes, it remains illegal to knowingly vent HFC substitutes during the maintenance, service, repair, or disposal of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment (i.e., appliances).
All you had to do was Google before looking like a dumbass.
Posted on 6/27/15 at 11:38 am to boddagetta
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Does this A/C Pro stuff work?
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Yep
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Anyone got tips?
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Follow the instructions
Posted on 6/27/15 at 11:39 am to FT
quote:
Does this A/C Pro stuff work? Anyone got tips?
it works just fine...just don't overcharge the vehicle, as it won't cool better with more refrigerant...
also, recharging is just a temporary fix, as it won't stop the leak that caused the problem in the first place...
Posted on 7/9/15 at 10:49 am to cajunangelle
yea wal mart has a whole shelf of the stuff in various sized cans, its not real cheap or anything but at least you can get it.
Posted on 7/9/15 at 10:55 am to FT
It works temporarily, but if your ac needs a recharge that means it has a leak. The severity of the leak will determine how long the recharge will be effective.
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