I have some of the R134 in my vehicle. Can I just top up with this 12a stuff?? (I'm AMAZED I haven't read any answers to this question yet)
636993
I wouldn't take it to a Pro. I tried to top off my system like I done before with another product (freeze 12) and it locked up my compressor. Now I'm looking at least $500 to fix plus the cost of the red tell and all my time!
636994
I would have responded sooner had I known about this venue. Yes you can, but for peak efficiency you should stay with 134a. 12a will not work like some miracle fix if the 134a hasn't worked. In a fully evacuated system with a new accumulator and low side switch, 12a works better than 134a.
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What you are describing is what I did with my Ranger pick up truck and why I bought this item. This item fits the tops of the Envirosafe cans which are the same as R134a cans. The threads on some of these cans are not perfect, they make millions of these cans and quality control on them isn't perfect. I found if you make sure not to cross thread them, they will work, even though you need to use extra force to make sure you get a good seal with the seal inside of the valve on this item. As far as the needle making a perfect seal for storage of the extra refrigerant in an unused can, you can't bet on it. It will hold for a while, but for how long, who knows? I think if I need to do it, this is what I will do. I think if you leave the valve on the can, of course, then connect the hose to the manifold of a gage set and the gage valves are closed securely, with all connections tight, I think this should work. The can tap with gage and hose assembly fits R12 fittings and others like on house AC, plus you can get adapters to go from R12 to R134a fittings. I also have ordered R134a right angled adapter fittings, so it will possible to also use this can tap on R134a systems. Servicing AC IS complicated, but it is a lot less so after you get into and also do some research. Hope this helps. By the way the right angled adapters of the R134a system, really do make things a lot more accessible. If you don't have a gage set, I would suggest a fitting that can be screwed into the end of the R12 fitting on this hose to block it off, IF the valve doesn't seal the can. This fitting would need to be soldered shut somehow. (I think I will do this myself. If you can't trust the valve, closing off the hose makes sense.)
5910
on the older r12 cars, the high side port was smaller than the hose fitting, the vacuum pump adapter will fit but not work the one that will work, has a shredder.
326724
My olds custom cruiser had already been converted to r134. I had a compressor seal failure so I replaced the compressor, accumulator, and orifice filter. Added pag oil, too. I think you would want to flush system prior to going with r134.
1550463
Good morning, yes as long as your rav has the raised side rails. Meaning space between your rails and roof
1662874
I own a BMW R1200gs adventure 2013 and it works perfectly! Specially the can-bus feature which allows you to charge in a user friendly way! Go ahead you won't regret it.
733919
I Believe you can do it, actually, i returned due to factory malfunction and get the giga model. That is pretty colo also! Enjoy!
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I would not do it. The mounting structure would not give it proper support. You might try Vantec support and see if they have an adapter that would install it correctly.
5909
That adapter goes from the vacuum pump to the gauges. I think you need a R134a conversion kit that goes on your car. There are 2 adapter's with caps that screw on over the r12 ports. Most auto parts stores carry them for around $10 per kit. Amazon also carries them.
1318007
Your car should have R134 service ports. Not threads. I bought adapters that were also on amazon
1955366
You will need to get an adapter. Some vehicles may need a 7 position to 4 position adapter, which is not included. In your case, a 5 position to a 4 position adapter would be needed.
891255
not from the factory, no. There are mods available that are easy to instal, or you can have one put in. It will not affect any of the performance.
987674
I can't say - the substituted a cheap knock off unit. I didn't get the R310 advertised. Avoid this seller.
972348
In most cases but not always you do not need one. As long as your engine is stock and you have no airbox mods
1555941
It depends on the vehicle. Please let me know your vehicle information so I can look this up for you. Thank you.
1064212
No, you should not use G12 if your car requires G13. You can use G13 where G12 is required, backwards compatible, not forward :)
484848
There are 4 adapters but there is only one that you will need to convert to R134a.