AC Refrigerant Replacement - How Much?

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May 31, 2011 | 10:03 PM

teagueAMX

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AC Refrigerant Replacement - How Much?

Just replaced my compressor on my '88 s10 w/4.3l and I need to know how much refrigerant I need to charge the system.

How much oil?

May 31, 2011 | 10:17 PM

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Has your system been converted to R134a? If so I think it is about 2 lbs. My system has been converted and there is a little sticker in there that says how much.

May 31, 2011 | 11:03 PM

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If you buy one of those do it yourself kits - get the one with the gauges with it. If you are using the one with the hose - then you can use 2-3 of the 8oz cans that come with the kit. Watch on youtube how to do it.

Jun 1, 2011 | 01:53 AM

teagueAMX

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Thanks guys.

Yes I have converted to 134a. I bought a set of gauges from Harbor freight for about $50 and am looking forward to using them for the first time. I'm a big fan of the 'tube.