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Old 10-20-2011, 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by leathermang View Post
Ok...so you are back to R12 fittings without twisting your lines into knots.... that is great.... are you going to renew the fitting core and proceed ? Be sure to wet the sealing surface with a drop of ac oil...not spit like you would on a bicycle valve core....LOL
How would I renew the valve core on the hose?

Seems like I need a new valve core and a valve core remover tool. If you have a link handy that would be great.

Also, for compressor installation, the compressorworks guide says to put 2-3 oz of oil in to the compressor and spin it 10-20 times with a spanner wrench before installation. I need to find a spanner wrench :-)

As I work on my write up, the main hurdle to get over for newbies is acquiring all the tools - you cant buy them in stores, at least up here.
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