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Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-07-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
I recall speaking to an engineer at Compressor...

I recall speaking to an engineer at Compressor Works a few years ago and was told the ceramic front shaft seals of old GM R4's has a built in leak. The industry has stopped using ceramic seals at...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-07-2016, 10:24 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
What will you do next if you found someone that...

What will you do next if you found someone that can help you and finds a leak (a certainty)?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-07-2016, 10:21 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
In a post above, lorainfurniture says he has this...

In a post above, lorainfurniture says he has this VG-200 micron gauge Save on CPS Products VG200 at USA Tool Warehouse Automotive Tools...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2016, 03:45 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
I didn't address this in my reply earlier. I did...

I didn't address this in my reply earlier. I did spend a bit of enjoyable time making the adapters and doing the pressure testing and learned something in the process. Once the adapters are made,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2016, 11:00 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
The compressor was removed and not in the flush...

The compressor was removed and not in the flush circuit. I made adapters so I can pressure test down to the component level using new o-rings. Some of the components were pressure tested under water....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
lorainfurniture , how long did it take for it to...

lorainfurniture , how long did it take for it to pull down to 500 microns? Which micron gauge do you have?

Do you know if there's a micron gauge available that reads vacuum and positive pressure?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2016, 10:26 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
His system is already at atmospheric pressure,...

His system is already at atmospheric pressure, i.e. it already has moisture. Pressure test with air is done with the old dryer, once leaks are found and fixed, system is flushed, a new dryer and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2016, 10:12 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
From what I have learned, my guess is his hoses...

From what I have learned, my guess is his hoses are fine. His leaks are more likely the 30 year old o-rings throughout the system including the orings in the compressor, some have shrunk to be very...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2016, 10:03 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
Forget about the dye if the system does not...

Forget about the dye if the system does not already have dye in it. Dye needs refrigerant to disperse it throughout the system. Currently your system is empty.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2016, 09:44 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
What exactly was replaced "maybe 2000" "I...

What exactly was replaced "maybe 2000" "I bought a unit and replaced it myself"?

Was that the year 2000 or was the cost $2000?

If you are interested in learning AC, DIY. Otherwise, find a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-05-2016, 06:05 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
Why don't you pressurize the system yourself? Do...

Why don't you pressurize the system yourself? Do you have manifold gauges? If so, use compressed air and watch the gauges for leaks overnight. If your system worked for 30 years that is pretty...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-04-2016, 10:42 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
What warnings? EPA? Must use R22 with Nitrogen?...

What warnings? EPA? Must use R22 with Nitrogen? Should I be disappointed with http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/380380-r12-vent-temp-85-300d-38-5f-%40-87f-ambient.html ?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-04-2016, 10:37 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
Your system and mine are junk according to...

Your system and mine are junk according to vstech. If it worked good in Atlanta, maybe it is not junk?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-03-2016, 08:17 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
LG, it is tiring your insistence that the FSM,...

LG, it is tiring your insistence that the FSM, EPA and your way is the only way to do AC work. If I have this right, you learned what you know from a lot of reading and research 5 plus years ago, you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-02-2016, 10:48 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 5,334
Posted By funola
I could but I am not in Atlanta. You don't need...

I could but I am not in Atlanta. You don't need R22, you don't need a sniffer, you don't need dye/black light, you don't need soap bubbles. The above may not find your leak.

Pressure test is all...
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