Re: [CQ] R-134a A/C conversion?

["Mark Rutherford" <mark@afnetinc.com>]

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From: Bob.Sandy@USPTO.GOV <Bob.Sandy@USPTO.GOV>
To: quattro@coimbra.ans.net <quattro@coimbra.ans.net>
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 1998 8:28 AM
Subject: [CQ] R-134a A/C conversion?

Converted my 85 5ks to 134a using the thermodyne kit. I did not replace any
o-rings or any other modifications other that change the fittings. Mine has
worked fine exept for when sitting in traffic it tends not to cool very
well,  I think it needs a larger condenser.  While moving though it works
fine, not as well as R-12 but alright for the $35 spent.  Before trying this
kit I did not think that it would work.  At best I thought that It would
leak, and at worst ruin the compressor.  But 4 months so far so good.




>Has anyone ever attempted (and/or succeeded) converting their/an Audi
>from R-12 to R134a?
>
>The A/C in my 1991 Coupe Quattro just quit.  The climate control[ler]
>seems to check out o.k. according to the fault diagnosis described in
>the Bentley.  However, the compressor does not turn on.  I suspect the
>system pressure is too low to turn the compressor on.
>
>Before I consider having the present R-12 system corrected, I thought
>I'd ask if there has been any experience(s) and advise from the listers?
>
>Thanks,
>Bob
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