I haven't been to any autoparts store anywhere in texas that sells R-12. I find it hard to belive since its been years that has been produced.

Have you asked them? It won't be stocked on the shelf, but rather will be in the back. You will probably only find 30lb cylinders, but one of those should last a while.

of course i have.

i dont know where people get the idea that it hasnt been made in years as it is readily available and cheap in some other countries,the 30lb can still comes in a "National Refrigerants" carton. My $.02 Don