[Shotimes] AC parts

clubairth@bellsouth.net clubairth@bellsouth.net
Mon, 6 Feb 2006 09:04:15 -0600


Joe:
 I use a compressed air powered vacuum pump. They did come with both the 
R-12 and R134a connections but I now see they have 2 different models?
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=92475

 Can't beat the $17 price!!
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>I actually have a manifold gauge set for 134 and a "can tapper" hose as
> well.
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> I've been shopping vacuum pumps.
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> Thanks.
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> VO
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> ----- Original Message ----- 
> If you are planning to do the entire project yourself, shop ebay for a set
> of a/c gauges and check harbor freight as well. Not the best tools there 
> but
> they'll do the job. Just be sure to get the gauge set for the 134a
> refrigerant. There is also a cheap evacuation unit (forgot the actual 
> name)
> at HF to draw a vacuum through the ac system that gets hooked up to an air
> compressor. Get the proper compressor that will move the correct psi. Not
> the max but the average operating psi. You can always rent one for a day 
> at
> Home Depot.
> Good luck.