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Re: [GMCnet] FrostyCool 12a Refrigerant [message #326254 is a reply to message #326252] Wed, 22 November 2017 10:37 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
Will Albers is currently offline  Will Albers   United States
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Thanks Billy/Thanks Jim. You answered my question perfectly!

On Wed, Nov 22, 2017 at 10:52 AM, James Hupy wrote:

> Will, Yes. If your system is still using R-12, Dura-cool has been
> successfully just added into the system (at the correct pressure for
> Dura-cool ). The lubricants are compatible.
> And, No, if your system has been converted to HC-134. The oil for 134
> is not compatible with Dura-cool. The system needs to be evacuated, and
> leak checked, probably should do a total flushout, and replace the
> receiver/ desiccant dryer. Then, vacuum the system to remove all traces of
> moisture, and recharge with about 2 1/2 cans of Dura-cool, and the
> appropriate oil.
> Jim Hupy
> Salem, Or
>
> On Nov 22, 2017 7:40 AM, "Will" wrote:
>
>> I'm curious if folks simply use this to top the system off - which mixes
> it
>> with unknown contents - or evacuate the system entirely and refill?
>>
>> On Wed, Nov 22, 2017 at 9:18 AM, Ken Burton wrote:
>>
>>> I think he is asking if you can mix refrigerant types (R-12, r-134,
>>> Duracool/ Frostycool)
>>> rather than brands of the same type. I could be wrong.
>>> --
>>> Ken Burton - N9KB
>>> 76 Palm Beach
>>> Hebron, Indiana
>>>
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