In a message dated 98-07-14 10:45:10 EDT, hotch@NETAXS.COM writes:

<< The A/C in my 86 GL has stopped blowing nice cool air and is now blowing
 room temperature air.  I've checked the belt and I've made sure the
 radiator fan is going on when the compressor is running.  The compressor
 is whining a little when it runs.  <<snip>>
 If the compressor needs to be rebuilt/replaced will I have
 to convert to the new R134a system?  If so, what will this cost?  If
 not, what will the price of a rebuilt R12 compressor be about? >>

You may be surprised when they work on your system. A whining comprssor CAN be
a symptom of a blocked receiver-dryer or a stuck expansion valve, both
*relatively* inexpensive to replace.

cheers,

gmbulley
cary, nc