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jpumpkinn · 02-19-2002, 01:54 PM

You will need a license or permit to buy R-12 freon. It is federaly regulated. So if you unscrew your lines you will have to pay someone to refill it. Its not that cheap either. Also, if you take it to a shop to have it refilled and they are obligated to leak test it. If it has leaks they by law have to take the freon out untill you get the leaks fixed. Now you are getting into some money especially if the evaporator is leaking? Keep this in mind!

Also, you will need a set of guages to put in the freon and a good vacuum pump to suck the lines before you fill them up. I believe some autopart stores will rent or loan some of these items. Maybe even a springlock remover, I can't remember if older stangs have those?

If your compressor is making noise your oil may have leaked out of the compressor. You might be able to add more oil to your exhisting compressor???

My advise is to check your lines for leaks if the hose is leaking replace the hose and put your new compressor on. Have it refilled professionally.

02-19-2002, 01:54 PM	#7
jpumpkinn Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: san antonio Texas usa Posts: 127	You will need a license or permit to buy R-12 freon. It is federaly regulated. So if you unscrew your lines you will have to pay someone to refill it. Its not that cheap either. Also, if you take it to a shop to have it refilled and they are obligated to leak test it. If it has leaks they by law have to take the freon out untill you get the leaks fixed. Now you are getting into some money especially if the evaporator is leaking? Keep this in mind! Also, you will need a set of guages to put in the freon and a good vacuum pump to suck the lines before you fill them up. I believe some autopart stores will rent or loan some of these items. Maybe even a springlock remover, I can't remember if older stangs have those? If your compressor is making noise your oil may have leaked out of the compressor. You might be able to add more oil to your exhisting compressor??? My advise is to check your lines for leaks if the hose is leaking replace the hose and put your new compressor on. Have it refilled professionally. __________________ Keep On Truckin!!