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Subject:Re: Air Conditioner Question
From:Amy and Andrew
Date:Thu, 21 Feb 2002 21:04:35 -0500

> I've had to top off my A/C system every year I've owned my Vanagon, since
it
> was new.  In the early years, it wasn't much Freon to get a clear sight
> glass and R12 used to be cheap.  Not anymore.  My system now needs both
long
> hoses replaced to hold any charge.  I understand there is a better
> replacement for R12 than R134.  Anyone have any luck with refrigerant
> conversions?
>
> Chip Beckham
> 85 GL

This summer I converted a Plymouth Acclaim to R134a, not quite as cold but
seems to work fine.

Andrew
1984 Westy "Speed Bump"
1996 VW Jetta Trek  "Little Beep" (the wife's car)

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