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• AC refurb
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 11 May 2011 20:01:54 -0700
  ...over 25 years old!) and replace with newer hoses designed for R134a (tighter rubber or lined, IIRC). Any recommendations on a source for the...
• Extra Vanagon Cooling
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 23 Apr 2004 16:12:21 -0500
  ...http://www.engineceramics.com/vw/undercoil.jpg My system still uses the little 5.5 cui Mini-York compressor and the R134a refrigerant. It...
• Re: R-12 Alternatives
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Marsicano
  Wed, 21 Apr 2004 15:21:57 -0400
  ...I converted to R134a in 1998 and have been very satisfied. I can't argue R12 vs R134 since my AC didn't work...
• singin' the AC blues.....
  Historical mailing list - James Fritz
  Fri, 20 Jul 2001 11:03:30 -0500
  ...I remembered from when I was an active list member that there was a lot of discussion about the R12 to R134A conversion. My...
• Re: AC Shop Recommendations in Vancouver BC
  Historical mailing list - Rich O'Halloran
  Fri, 3 May 2019 20:04:01 -0700
  ...I was actually thinking more about new barrier hoses if moving over to R134a. I would prefer Red Tek 12a refrigerant but I don...
• Re: Do AC hoses HAVE to be replaced on a 134a conversion?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 6 Jun 2011 11:19:09 -0500
  ...They flushed the system, and replaced the old oil with a new, R134a compatible oil. They did replace the dryer and valves. Why would...
• Re: Bus Depot A/C Compressor Sanden 508
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Tue, 3 Jul 2012 10:48:42 -0500
  ...I did have my AC system converted to R134a by a very reputable (and capable in my experience) shop. They did not change the...
• Re: R12-R134a and the dealer.
  Historical mailing list - Yi-Ruey Wei
  Tue, 14 Jul 1998 10:02:37 -0500
  ...R12-R134a and the dealer. Jim DiGennaro wrote: > > Hi Volks, > I read Johns post about him stopping at his dealer and asking about > converting...
• Re: A/C Repair (was Re: R134a in 88 Weekender.)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 3 Jul 2003 11:06:46 -0700
  If there are other list members in the Houston area I would be glad to offer the use of these tools. Oh wait that...
• Re: AC Converting/Procedure/R134A
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 13 Jun 2006 13:18:51 -0400
  Check your blue "relase" valve. The threads should be on the inside of the stem. Not on the outside. The outside should be smooth...
• Re: A/C
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Fri, 12 Jun 2020 12:32:06 -0400
  I have had good luck just charging it with R134a until the low side is seeing 40 psi. You want to be sure your...
• Re: How to convert to 134?
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Tue, 6 May 2008 14:07:33 -0400
  ...If you system is totally flat, add about a can of R134a to check for leaks and then replace what ever parts are needed...
• Re: How to convert to 134?
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 7 May 2008 11:16:30 -0500
  ...What could be more tame? I am referring to CO2 :-) So the > new public enemy number one is what is scheduled to replace R134a...
• Re: Replacing pressure A/C Pressure switch w/o losing Freon
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:15:37 -0700
  ...VW says the Vanagon holds 1.35 kg of R134a, so really, he must have the slightly-shrunken, light duty system.
• Re: R12 to R134a Air Conditioning Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Greg Pratt
  Wed, 16 Jun 2004 17:19:23 EDT
  TJ Hannink <tjhannink@YAHOO.COM> wrote: "plug the vents themselves with some foam rubber blocks" Last summer while driving through Redding, CA. in 108deg...
• Re: AC
  Historical mailing list - David Kurimski
  Tue, 7 May 2013 22:19:41 -0500
  ...How can I tell if its R12 or R134A? If its the former what type of shop could convert it? > > Thanks > Jim
• ETKA and the Vanagon AC system
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 4 Aug 2010 10:49:57 -0500
  ...Am I missing something here? I want to upgrade to R134a. Do I need to install two valves, even though the original system doesn...
• Re: Cost of Freon R12
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Wed, 14 May 2003 12:42:20 -0400
  ...On the other hand, R134a breaks down into *very* toxic components when heated, so I question whether it's really any safer. > If you...
• A/C Warm
  Historical mailing list - R. Hotchkiss
  Tue, 14 Jul 1998 10:30:44 +0100
  ...If the compressor needs to be rebuilt/replaced will I have to convert to the new R134a system? If so, what will this cost...
• Re: VANAGON Airconditioning Retrofitting
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Fri, 26 Mar 1999 07:23:26 -0500
  ...in the archives from 1996 > for retrofitting the Vanagon AC for R134a. I was > wondering if this was successful as described or if any...
• Re: Converting to R134
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Thu, 5 Jun 2003 05:52:35 -0700
  ...archive, see the following link: <http://gerry.vanagon.com/files/technical/r134a-retrofit-for-85-91-vanagons.txt> Good luck, ===== TJ Hannink Goldibox - 1987...
• Re: AC Question-reponse error
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 18 Jul 2012 21:28:30 -0400
  ...Added R134a and now it works great. >BUT - it seems the radiator/condenser fan up front runs as long as the >AC is turned...
• Buzzing from Fuse/Relay area after getting A/C fixed
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 17 Jul 2017 00:23:40 +0000
  ...go ahead and retrofit to R134a.  I figured I could DIY top off with readily available and cheap R134a and maybe even down the...
• Re: Dimensions for A/C hoses
  Historical mailing list - BenT
  Wed, 26 Oct 2016 05:30:58 -0700
  ...hoses back then, and also the R12 expansion > valve (working with R134a since the retrofit). > For several reasons, I need to drop the evaporator...
• Re: AC Outlet temps ??
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 5 Jul 2006 17:53:37 -0500
  ...I won't go the R134a route at all. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Christopher Gronski wrote: > Last year a listee posted a query...
• Re[2]: A/C -R12--R134a (a bit off point) -Reply -Reply
  Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
  Thu, 20 Aug 1998 09:09:15 -0800
  Yes, you are correct. India was NOT a participant nor a signatory on the Montreal Protocol - India was at the conference as an "observer...
• Re: Vanagon AC
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 3 Oct 2013 09:25:45 -0500
  ---- JRodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > As I understand it, if you convert to R134a refrigerant the system will > leak because the 134a molecules are...
• Re: WTB A/C gauges and vacuum pump
  Historical mailing list - Robert Zezoff
  Mon, 7 Dec 1998 07:08:11 +800
  ...I will use a propane/butane mixture which is totally legal and more effecient that R12 or R134A >Grace Audio Engineering wrote: >> >> I am...
• FS: 91 Vanagon GL in Green Bay--cheap
  Historical mailing list - rpc
  Thu, 14 Jun 2007 17:09:39 -0700
  1991 Vanagon GL, AC converted to r134a, 7 Passenger, non-westy, 2 wheel drive. 130,000 miles AUTOMATIC in Green Bay Wisconsin. Complete, RUNNING...
• Re: Self-Service AC Service Sounds like a great idea....sometimes
  Historical mailing list - Michael aka ECHO
  Sun, 19 Aug 2001 02:24:02 -0700
  ...And how does > R134a > > compare > > to Freeze 12, and any suggestions as to where to find Freeze > 12??? > > > > Thanks, > > > > John Rodgers > > 88 GL driver...
• Re: '91 Vanagon GL, AC is OOC
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Fri, 27 Jun 2008 14:05:04 -0700
  ...not the same as your '91, but similar), after converting to R134A. I'm replacing ALL the hoses, drier, expansion valve, and putting in...
• Re: Freeze-12 and other A/C supplies
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Sat, 19 Jun 2010 20:07:12 -0500
  ...http://www.aa1car.com/library/tr497.htm I don't remember what refrigerants other than R134a were specifically listed and evaluated in the EPA...
• Re: Switching a/c in 81 vanagon to r-134...how much compressor oil?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 26 Aug 2001 16:04:58 -0500
  ...When you install your r134a refrigerant, the system should be under vacuum from the evacuation process so with the engine off (not running the...
• Re: Air conditioning - 1988 GL 2.1 WBX
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 19 Jun 2016 13:07:14 -0500
  ...was obvious with a blue cap as the result of the R134a > > conversion. The BENTLEY Sshows only the low pressre port in the diagram...
• Re: A/C Warm
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 14 Jul 1998 14:53:20 EDT
  ...be rebuilt/replaced will I have to convert to the new R134a system? If so, what will this cost? If not, what will the...
• Re: [subaruvanagon] Re: AC compressors, hoses, R134a conversion
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Fri, 26 Mar 2004 10:19:38 EST
  In a message dated 3/26/04 8:09:22 AM Mountain Standard Time, sean.garrett@asu.edu writes: Not to poop on the...
• Re: Blown AC Compressor- Replacement Advice
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 17 Sep 2001 15:17:00 EDT
  ...Also I would replace the expansion valve, as the new ones are set up for the higer pressures of R134a and these are $30...
• Re: A/C Conversion
  Historical mailing list - Mark Cumnock
  Thu, 2 Sep 2004 16:01:19 -0400
  ...Do it right the first time, not to mention that the system needs to be flushed, r-12 oil DOES NOT MIX with r134a...
• Re: Vanagon a/c
  Historical mailing list - Michael Rasmussen
  Tue, 24 May 2011 19:27:15 -0700
  ...terms) over a hole in the ozone layer... Name your poison: R134a = greenhouse gas; R12 = CFC. > > If you really care about the environment, we...
• Re: R12-R134a and the dealer.
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Tue, 14 Jul 1998 15:40:06 EDT
  In a message dated 7/14/98 3:32:52 PM, GMBulley@AOL.COM writes: >Both Stohlman VW in Fairfax, VA Stohlman, is actually...
• Re: Refrigerate Oil
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Thu, 6 Aug 1998 09:47:40 -0700
  ...oz compressor only takes 5.07 oz If you use Refrigerant R134a, you are supposed to put only about 9 oz of oil in...
• '87 Syncro for sale
  Historical mailing list - Joe Kearns
  Tue, 9 Jan 2001 04:18:30 EST
  ...new front half shafts, 15" passat wheels/ new tires not mounted yet, currently has Coopers with 59% tread remaining, A/C with R134a conversion...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:20:18 -0700
  ...AC Question I did the cheapo R134a FLAPS conversion on my '87 Westy after I got a two grand quote from a "reputable" shop...
• Re: A/C
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koller
  Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:49:52 -0400
  ...net> wrote: > I have had good luck just charging it with R134a until the low side is > seeing 40 psi. You want to be...
• Re: AC Converting/Procedure/R134A
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Tue, 13 Jun 2006 16:23:40 -0400
  Yes, replace the reciever dryer too. If it was me, I would only remove it, and bake it on the barbie. This, to drive...
• Re: Alternate A/C refrigerants?
  Historical mailing list - John Gladu
  Sat, 10 May 1997 16:23:50 -0500
  ...Has anyone tried R134a yet? Are Eric Zeno's old notes on >this from the archives accurate? Anyone try Pennzoil's FR12/Frigc? >Other...
• Re: AC Charge Question
  Historical mailing list - Gerald Masar
  Sat, 30 Jun 2001 18:56:22 -0700
  ...AC Charge Question > I use R134a in my 90 GL. It seems not as cool as "normal". The site glass > shows lots of little...
• Re: R12 vs. R134
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Tue, 30 May 2000 07:44:11 -0700
  ...This kit comes with R134a, oil, and fittings. The result is that my A/C seems no better or worse and still leaks the...
• Aircooled Westy AC Belt and a GREAT Festival!
  Historical mailing list - Matt Sim
  Thu, 5 Jul 2001 19:31:13 -0400
  ...BTW, I noticed that Wal-Mart has the Interdynamics R134a conversion kit for $29.95. Also, I just returned from 'The Gathering of the...
• Re: Need a/c hose for 87 Westy Gl
  Historical mailing list - harald_nancy
  Fri, 10 Jul 1998 18:18:47 -0700
  ...My "expansion valve" looked pretty crusty when I replaced it during the conversion to R134a. Any opinions ? Harald 90 westy. > On Fri, 10 Jul...
• Re: Need a/c hose for 87 Westy Gl
  Historical mailing list - PAT
  Sat, 11 Jul 1998 10:14:28 -0400
  ...My "expansion valve" looked pretty >crusty when I replaced it during the conversion to R134a. > Any opinions ? >> > >Check the gagues. I don't have...
• Re: AC Question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:30:18 -0400
  ...Added R134a and now it works great. BUT - it seems the radiator/condenser fan up front runs as long as the AC is turned...
• Re: R134 conversion.
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Tue, 1 Jun 1999 10:09:05 -0400
  ...Sams discount > has r134a 30 lbs for $60 if you have a fleet of vans. The van ac system > needs a little more than...
• Re: AC 134a refrigerant leak down
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 9 May 2013 09:53:56 -0500
  ...John On 5/8/2013 11:29 PM, Tom Hargrave wrote: > R134a only has 80% of the thermal mass of R12 which means that...
• Re: Bus Depot A/C Compressor Sanden 508
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Tue, 3 Jul 2012 08:29:39 -0700
  ...PAG (R134a), so if you want to be anal about it, just flush it out and proceed with adding back the appropriate amount of...
• Re: AC does loses freon
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Sat, 4 Oct 2008 09:35:13 -0600
  ...I converted my '87 from non-functioning R12 to R134a. They tested for leaks, then evacuated and converted. It worked fine-- plenty cool--for...
• Re: AC servicing woes
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 5 Aug 2016 09:30:29 -0500
  ...It has never been converted to R134a, so the system should have only the mineral oil in it. Perhaps even the original oil from...
• Re: Extra Vanagon Cooling
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 23 Apr 2004 16:37:43 -0500
  ...undercoil.jpg >My system still uses the little 5.5 cui Mini-York compressor and the R134a refrigerant. >It works just great. > >Stan Wilder > > >
• 1990 Westy AC 3rd speed and condenser fan.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis
  Tue, 4 Jul 2006 13:26:39 -0400
  I'm about to get into a diagnostic tustle with "The Grape" which has an R134a retrofitted AC system. When I did the I4...
• Re: AC High Side - line leak - rubber hose
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:03:24 -0700
  ...cans of R12 on my shelf, but intend to swap to R134a, > and save the R12 for my 91 Mazda Miata (which uses 1...