A/C Lukewarm...switch not clicking?
08-07-2001 | 12:24 AM
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A/C Lukewarm...switch not clicking?
Its not been a good Porsche week here. Very hot outside and the A/C on 1986 944 Turbo that used to work well now spits out mildly cool air. Its doing something, but not much. The rotary thermostat switch on the dash used to cause a "click" when turned. Now it appears to not effect anything.
Should I suspect the switch (can I bypass)? I've heard horrow stories about a damper, or does it sound like compressor / freon time?
The money is running out.....thanks!
Should I suspect the switch (can I bypass)? I've heard horrow stories about a damper, or does it sound like compressor / freon time?
The money is running out.....thanks!
08-07-2001 | 10:15 AM
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Mark,
Simple check if you are low on freon. On the drivers side near the headlight, you will see part of your AC system. There is a little glass window on one of the lines. Start car, turn on AC, then check the window. If you see bubbles in the freon, time for a recharge.
Eric
Simple check if you are low on freon. On the drivers side near the headlight, you will see part of your AC system. There is a little glass window on one of the lines. Start car, turn on AC, then check the window. If you see bubbles in the freon, time for a recharge.
Eric
08-08-2001 | 12:02 PM
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Two additional questions
1. Since Freon is taboo and R32 (?) is the current coolant, will I have any trouble finding someone to add Freon?
2. Is this a possible, do-it-yourself job or would I need guages, etc.? Seems I remember they used to sell "Freon Top Up Kits" at Pep Boys.
...and Thanks for taking the time to answer! - Mark
1. Since Freon is taboo and R32 (?) is the current coolant, will I have any trouble finding someone to add Freon?
2. Is this a possible, do-it-yourself job or would I need guages, etc.? Seems I remember they used to sell "Freon Top Up Kits" at Pep Boys.
...and Thanks for taking the time to answer! - Mark
08-08-2001 | 12:42 PM
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Mark,
Freon is still around, but the price fluctuates weekly. I was recently quoted 150.00 for a top-off(I have low freon also). Eventually, if I keep the car, I am going to convert it to the new style. As for DIY kits, I am not sure if these are still available to individuals or not. I DO know that freon can be purchased quite cheaply in Mexico over-the-counter. However, that would be a pretty dumb reason to end up in prison"What are you in for?...I was caught smuggling....FREON".
Eric(Man is it hot)
Freon is still around, but the price fluctuates weekly. I was recently quoted 150.00 for a top-off(I have low freon also). Eventually, if I keep the car, I am going to convert it to the new style. As for DIY kits, I am not sure if these are still available to individuals or not. I DO know that freon can be purchased quite cheaply in Mexico over-the-counter. However, that would be a pretty dumb reason to end up in prison"What are you in for?...I was caught smuggling....FREON".
Eric(Man is it hot)
08-08-2001 | 02:35 PM
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You can buy freon at most pepboys or other places as long as you are licensed. You can get licensed for $20 www.epatest.com
open book test. answer 21 of 25 questions correct and you can buy freon. Other places to buy www.refrigerantsales.com
Make sure you know what you are doing. I don't but am trying to. I do a lot of my own car work. The DIY conversion kits likje at walmart are ****. You can't mix r134 with r12. It lasts 2-4 months and then the whole system craps out. Big $$$.
open book test. answer 21 of 25 questions correct and you can buy freon. Other places to buy www.refrigerantsales.com
Make sure you know what you are doing. I don't but am trying to. I do a lot of my own car work. The DIY conversion kits likje at walmart are ****. You can't mix r134 with r12. It lasts 2-4 months and then the whole system craps out. Big $$$.
08-15-2001 | 01:16 AM
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You may want to look into using Hc refrigerant.I have had great results using a product called enviro-safe.It is a hydro carbon blend and can be bought online for 7-9 dollars per can.I followed some of the advice on the mobile AC sites and with a combination of enviro safe and propane I am getting 40 degrees at the vents in a 84 16v rabbit and my brother's 87 16v scirocco, my 88 951 is next.I can give more detail if anyone is interested.
