Looking for a/c leak

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Jun 17, 2009 | 08:39 PM

mikepro

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Looking for a/c leak

Okay at the risk of sounding stupid what are you guys using to spot leaks? I suspect a condenser leak and am sure I have the stuff with u/v in the system.

Jun 17, 2009 | 08:53 PM

FLEMTP

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the UV dye is prolly the easiest way.. get a UV light and start looking!

Jun 17, 2009 | 10:18 PM

CDJr

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I have a halogen leak detector but also use liquid leak detectors (soapy water) around connections.

Jun 17, 2009 | 10:19 PM

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get a sniffer, dye works ok but not always

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