Re: A/C compressor seal leak

[Erik R Addy <erik@aero.und.edu>]

Joshua Van Tol wrote:

> However, you can get york compressors on the aftermarket with R-134a
> compatible seals, and they work just fine and dandy. My parents have
> an '85 Quantum that's been running R-134 in it's york based system
> for years now. Of course, it did just require a compressor
> replacement, but I think that had more to do with a poorly
> remanufactured compressor the first time around than the refrigerant.
> If anyone wants details as to how this was done, send me a note, and
> I'll explain.

Did you do the conversion yourself?  If so:

Did you replace the other seals in the system?
Did you "flush" the system?  How?
Did you apply vacum to the system to clear out moisture?
What kind of AC oil did you use?
Any tips?

Thank You,
Erik Addy
erik@aero.und.edu