T-Bird a simple oil swap, and these are good with either refrigerant. Should have conversion fittings on these, as required by law if you're running R134a.

bohica2xo wrote: ↑Thu Sep 28, 2023 4:58 pm
Because of the constant cloud of marijuana smoke in traffic here in Las Vegas I keep the recirculate mode on all of the time.

Only after the cabin is full.

No, no, no - that's not what I'm asking ! You both replied on how to keep a compressor "ready" during the winter. I'm asking about summer driving, whether switching compressor off every few minutes or leaving compressor on full-time and blending in some heated air is better for long-term ...

No one should ever doubt what Ice-N-Tropics says about Sanden compressors. This aligns with over 30 years of buying palettes of 508 (Sanden or Import) compressors for aftermarket kits. Went on every MFG and every side of the eng, one could think has been available. Our compressor company responded. ...

I've always said to turn it on once a month in the winter (Arizona ) for about 30 seconds to keep the seals oiled. Modern vehicles turn it on when the defrost is kicked in as well.

The only free answer I am giving out today. As others have said, overcharged. If the PF condenser is plumbed correctly, you should be able to match the original R12 spec. Refrigerant Type R-12 Capacity 1.98 lb (US) Well I'm not sure if It would meet the original specs, because everything is custom,...

The only free answer I am giving out today. As others have said, overcharged. If the PF condenser is plumbed correctly, you should be able to match the original R12 spec.


Refrigerant Type R-12
Capacity 1.98 lb (US)

When mounted, is the # 8 fitting on the condenser on top or bottom?

bohica2xo wrote: ↑Mon Sep 25, 2023 6:31 pm So the mystery vehicle is just a 1990 Civic?

Yeah, put 5 ounces total in it and go with that.

I was going to say 5.7. Either way, I don't think oil will be the reason for any issues down the road.

When you mention the "aftermarket" system, I take that to mean the vehicle never came with A/C from the factory. IS this correct, and you installed a universal compressor, cond, and some form of evaporator system?