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Can a corvette central be converted to R134a?

Can a corvette central be converted to R134a?

This kit allows you to convert yourA/C system from R-12 to R134a usage in a cost effective manner. Compared to a typical R-12 service procedure, only three additional steps are needed to convert to R-134a. Includes new D-rings, Ester oil and instructions. There are no reviews yet.

How to convert C4 Vette to 134A oil?

Change the attumulator, the compressor oil, and the orifice, and you should be good to go. You really need to remove the compressor and drain as much oil out of it as you can…that’s where a lot of the oil will be. Then put 1/2 of the new PAG/Ester oil in the comp., and half in the ‘tumulator. Evacuate, charge, and chill.

What kind of lubricant to use for R134a air onditioning?

Connect a can of R134a lubricant to the yellow hose, open the low side valve and allow the vacuum in the system to draw the oil in. Inspect your vehicle’s service manual for specific requirement on how much oil to add to the air -onditioning system.

What kind of lubricating oil to use on C4 air conditioner?

Take a white paper towel and wipe the inside of the hose assembly to check for metallic particles. This will require a system flush also. Inexpensive flush kits are available at NAPA. Originally, PAG (Poly Alkylene Glycol) oil was the only lubricating oil recommended for R-134a systems. Castrol Retro Oil is compatible with PAG and mineral oil.

This kit allows you to convert yourA/C system from R-12 to R134a usage in a cost effective manner. Compared to a typical R-12 service procedure, only three additional steps are needed to convert to R-134a. Includes new D-rings, Ester oil and instructions. There are no reviews yet.

Change the attumulator, the compressor oil, and the orifice, and you should be good to go. You really need to remove the compressor and drain as much oil out of it as you can…that’s where a lot of the oil will be. Then put 1/2 of the new PAG/Ester oil in the comp., and half in the ‘tumulator. Evacuate, charge, and chill.

Connect a can of R134a lubricant to the yellow hose, open the low side valve and allow the vacuum in the system to draw the oil in. Inspect your vehicle’s service manual for specific requirement on how much oil to add to the air -onditioning system.

Take a white paper towel and wipe the inside of the hose assembly to check for metallic particles. This will require a system flush also. Inexpensive flush kits are available at NAPA. Originally, PAG (Poly Alkylene Glycol) oil was the only lubricating oil recommended for R-134a systems. Castrol Retro Oil is compatible with PAG and mineral oil.

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