Subject	For those who converted over to R134a from R12 systems..
Posted by	KongZTT GT28RS MD on February 13, 2013 at 7:54 AM
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Message	I have searched and got some info.. but I have some questions. I know there are the retrofit kits that allow you to run R134a in an otherwise "stock" R12 system. I have heard mixed things about using R12 compressor and lines with R134a refridgerant. Some say it works with no problems.. some say it will kill the compressor, leak from lines etc. I am currently doing a TT conversion on my 90 2+2. I figure now is a great time to convert the system. I plan on replacing all O-rings and drier and condensor. I have all the AC lines from a 95' TT as well as 95' AC compressor. However; would I be able to use those lines with my 90 Evaporator? Would it just be easier to use a retrofit kit, leaving my lines native R12? Or should I change out the whole system to 95' style, 95 compressor, 95' evaporator etc.? Please let me hear your views and what you have done.. and most importantly.. what has worked for you and how long has it been? Thanks alot! KongZTT ~~~ Sig starts below ~~~ NO, This picture is not photoshopped. AIM:Shawn300zxTT "-Any closeups on the nuts? - zboost(tx) 19:17:53 08/08/05 -Not really something you want to ask another man about... (n/m) - LordZ 19:24:00 08/08/05" "I just took 45 min and scrubbed the heck out of my rear" teambushido(San Diego, CA) 19:24:51 12/11/04 -1991 Stage _ TT 5spd (Upgraded to hell and back) Custom widebody -2000 Nissan Altima SE (Daily driver) -1990 Midnight blue 2+2 NA 5spd. (conversion soon :) -2001 Ford F-150 Crew cab, 5.4 Triton v8.. Tow bitch -2004 Honda CBR 600RR (Candy blue, FOR SALE) -1990 Cherry Red Pearl ,Auto Coupe (Parts car) Gone.. -1990 Super White 2+2 Na Stage 3 Auto (Deceased :( ) -1990 11 Sec Eagle Talon Tsi AWD, (SOLD!) -1997 Acura 2.2 CL, 5spd. Daily Driver.. (black ice victim :(
Follow Ups	For those who converted over to R134a from R12 systems.. - KongZTT GT28RS MD 07:54:24 02/13/13 Just my opinion, others may agree/disagree - Barry(TN) 08:04:11 02/13/13 Agree, stick with R-12. Still available - ZXoltan 08:12:41 02/13/13 you should upgrade to the later style condenser - aliaZ 09:33:31 02/13/13 I was hoping you would reply, - KongZTT GT28RS MD 09:42:36 02/13/13 94+ condenser - aliaZ 11:12:08 02/13/13 I'd be interested in that info too... - Bucky Z 12:57:29 02/13/13 Jello - Cjw3 13:35:47 02/13/13 adjustable temperature switch - aliaZ 21:30:18 02/13/13 Thank you for all the help! Another question - Jayru 21:48:34 02/13/13 the driers are all the same - aliaZ 23:05:26 02/13/13 Where would you install this at? (n/m) - KongZTT GT28RS MD 02:01:48 02/14/13 pressure switch installs in place of the OEM switch in the - aliaZ 07:14:58 02/14/13 So you recommend that cheaper drier over the new OEM - Jayru 06:04:49 02/14/13 yes - aliaZ 07:18:08 02/14/13 I had also thought that 134a killed the compressor? no? - The Hawk 12:52:09 02/13/13 improper lubricant killed the compressor - aliaZ 21:17:24 02/13/13 Ok, but thats contrary to what you said above. - The Hawk 12:02:03 02/14/13 I'll clarify... - aliaZ 14:35:21 02/14/13 Aliaz.. I found this.. - KongZTT GT28RS MD 18:47:31 02/13/13 I wonder how he "flushed" the condensor? Compressed air? (n/m) - Jayru 20:21:29 02/13/13 duraflush - aliaZ 21:35:45 02/13/13 Yep. Air compressor, flush gun and what Aliaz pictured. (n/m) - zQuikonE 00:15:51 02/14/13 Also, he gutts the TSV in that write up - Jayru 20:50:12 02/13/13 I'll put in the switch sooner or later. A lot of people - zQuikonE 00:17:45 02/14/13 Thats the post I am referring to in my email. I believed you - LivinTheDream 21:16:20 02/13/13 So the gasket thread selant goes on all the O rings - Jayru 21:56:38 02/13/13 Goes on all threaded fittings not the o-rings themselves. - LivinTheDream 23:37:28 02/13/13 nylog is primarily an o-ring lubricant - aliaZ 23:48:12 02/13/13 Damn. Guess I messed up on that part of the install. Sorry - LivinTheDream 19:18:34 02/14/13 no worries (n/m) - aliaZ 06:32:55 02/15/13 I just recently installed all of the AC components back into - Ash's Z 07:20:48 02/14/13 the problem is the TSV is calibrated differently for R12 - aliaZ 06:39:46 02/15/13 Nice - good to know. (n/m) - Ash's Z 12:01:26 02/15/13 The key to a successful conversion is a thorough flushing - aliaZ 06:55:36 02/15/13
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