A/C recharge after cam swap?
06-18-2006, 04:22 PM
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A/C recharge after cam swap? I removed the A/C when I did the cam in my car. Now the system is empty. Do I need to have a dealership refill the system and take the air out, or can I just refill it with the R134 that you can buy in an auto parts store?
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I havent messed with f-body AC, but any other car I have filled or converted over it was just fine doing it myself with a kit or can from a number of stores. Maybe someone else will chime in with more exp. in this??
06-18-2006, 05:28 PM
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Once the system is open to the atmosphere technically it should be vacuumed to remove mositure before recharging. Give it a whirl and try it yourself. If it doesn't work any AC shop can do it - I'd stay clear of the dealer, they'll charge you (no pun intended) way too much.
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Originally Posted by 2001NBMZ28
Once the system is open to the atmosphere technically it should be vacuumed to remove mositure before recharging. Give it a whirl and try it yourself. If it doesn't work any AC shop can do it - I'd stay clear of the dealer, they'll charge you (no pun intended) way too much.
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there is a high quality kit in the stores that does create the vacuum before adding the R134. I think because your system is empty I would just get it professionally done.
