[Vwdiesel] Re: Vwdiesel Digest, Vol 8, Issue 23

[HWY9FERGS at cs.com]

In a message dated 6/14/2004 12:23:04 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
vwdiesel-request at vwfans.com writes: 
> From: Gary Shea <shea at gtsdesign.com>
> Subject: [Vwdiesel] a/c, '82 diesel rabbit
> To: VW Diesel List <vwdiesel at vwfans.com>
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> I've got an '82 diesel wabbit with non-functioning a/c

Hey Gary,
I have had very good results with  a product called Freezone, (RB276)
It's a blend of R134B and R142,  with some kind of aromatic solvent added to 
help emulsify the mineral oil found in the old R12 systems.  R134 itself 
doesn't do a very good job of circulating the vital oil.  RB 276 is compatible with 
R12, so if your system didn't completely discharge, you should be able to get 
away with adding it until your pressures come up to about where they should 
be.  Ideally you should still have some bubbles in the sight glass when full.  
The freezone works well, and if you call your local AC supply outlet, they 
should have it, or steer you in the right direction.  Hopefully you have at least 
some experience working on AC, to stay out of trouble.  If not, probably a 
good idea to find someone who can help you out.   Good luck, Doug.