That leak could also be from the condenser itself with the oil running down.
BTDT. Why would you expect a shop to cover a hose or fitting repaired three
years ago?
IN AC it is common for small leaks to go undetected. They is why there are
refrigerant sniffers and dye tests. It is also why it is a requirement for
shops to have recovery equipment. This way when a leak is detected after
filling the refrigerant can be pulled out and recovered. A really good shop
will charge an AC with nitrogen and make sure the system can hold pressure
before evacuating and filling.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
titantic01@AOL.COM
Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 8:59 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: A/C

 Hi gang,

OK, I have (I believe) found my leak lol It is the hose that is connected to
the condenser (facing front of van, right or outer) hose where it connects
to the hose hardware.

It is very strange as I have seen compressor oil for over 2 years around
that hose and why they didn't fix it or it didn't show up when they put the
vacuum pump on it is beyond me.

I think they can use the old hose as it was replaced about 3 years ago when
I lived in another state but, anyway, if I can get them (Import car service
here in Springfield , Mo (they are on the list of vanagon service shops on
our list lol) so, that's where I am at with this,.

I will be at their door Monday and I would expect them to fix this at their
nickel.

thanks again everyone for your help here.

Chris