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R134a fitting for the compressor. Anything special?
My car has aircon and has been changed to R134a. Last year, I changed a few components out (receiver drier and TX valve) and had the system recharged by a professional.
However, as I like to DIY, I want to check my pressures and periodically top up the refrigerant if required.
To do this I bought a set of manifold gauges. That's where the fun started.
I remember the pro saying he had trouble with the fitting next to the oil filter. What he didn't tell me is that he refitted a 12a fitting to get access. This means I can't use my manifold gauge on that fitting. Even if I could I don't think my fittings would get in there.
Is there a R134a fitting that will allow normal connectors on that side? I figure an elbow fitting would do it.
do you know what size these are? 1/4" NTP?
I think I want to get an elbow for mine, it's STUPID tight against the oil filter.
I'm putting a 134 swap on the 89 carrera too with a new compressor (seals started to leak).
01-20-2019, 04:46 PM
R134a fitting for the compressor. Anything special?
