Just did same, now running on R-134a in SE Texas: HOT & HUMID! and A/C running
reefer cold. Blowing 47 deg F while stationary.
We -did- blow the lines out w/non chlorinated brake cleaner, replaced expansion
valve and rec/dryer and installed ester vs. PAG oil. All works great now.
Regards
Mark Magee                            90 Carat
Kemah TX USA
John 14:6

Chris Stann wrote:

> I have an '85 Westy.  Just replaced the compressor and I am ready to be
> cool!
>
> Every shop I talk to wants to convert me to R134.  What is your experience
> with that stuff?  Does cool well?  I live in a high-humidity and high temp
> area, 90% humidity and 95 degree highs, do I need something to really work.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Chris
> 85.3 Westy