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Subject:Re: AC
From:Fred Younger
Date:Tue, 2 Jun 1998 08:00:19 -0500

> From: dan moy/SUBURBAN <avt@HOME.COM>
> Subject: AC

> Well it is time to get my AC recharged,  it is still blowing cool air but
> it is not cool enough.  I called the dealer today and I had a few
> questions.
>
> 1.  My 91 uses R12 do I have to replace it with R12
> 2. If the above is true how much should the system need and approximate
> cost

I had mine recharged last summer.  It cost about $300 at the VW dealer.
He said that the kit for changing to a different refrigerant wasn't out
yet.  Judging by other posts on the list the kit should be available now
and it is probably cheaper than a recharge with R12.

Fred Younger
91 GL