A/C recharge...

[Quakecom]

Hey Guys,

my A/C finally died and I am currently looking to get it recharged..maybe even do it myself. I was wondering how much recharging my A/C is going to cost me...I know this one place which will do it for $80...is this a good price...?
Also, how hard is it to recharge the A/C with one of those DIY kits from Wal-Mart??

thanx

 

[Robert]

The do-it-yourself ket was very simple to use on my '97. I bought my kit from Checker Auto Parts for $30 which included a can refridgerant. I think they had a cheaper kit ($20) but if I remember correctly it didn't have the guage or there was something about it that I didn't like. I figured buy it once for $30 now when I need a re-charge all I have to buy is the $6 can of refridgerant. It took about 15 minutes and 3/4 of the can.

 

[steveissteven]

A/C Is Ice Cold!!!!

Do it yourself and SAVE big $$$$

 

[espnfreak]

well mine's not that cold, like somewhat cold but not frigid, where do you buy this can your talking about and how do you do it? is it easy?

 

[Robert]

Mine is definately not ice cold, however I've yet to see an R134A A/C cool as well as the R12 Freon. Being in Phoenix, doesn't help. When it is 110 outside, I have the A/C on MAX, fan on high. After 20 minutes or so I can back the fan down a step, sometimes 2 and be comfortable. The can is just R134A and is sold at any auto parts store, Walmart, K-mart, etc. It comes in a 12oz and 16oz can and is in the automotive section. You will need the necessary hose and fitting to connect it to your A/C line. Kits are available for $20-$30 that include everything you need, including instructions.