Re: [DML] Re: AC Question - 3 of them with a little surrounding information.

[Jason Ferrara <jason@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I believe, and someone correct me if I'm wrong, that there is an  
issue with Freeze-12 and slow leaks.

Freeze-12 is a blend of R-134a and R-142b. Its the R-142b that  
carries the oil. If you have a slow leak, the two gasses will leak  
out at different rates, with the R-142b leaking out faster. You can  
end up with still enough refrigerant for the compressor to run, but  
that refrigerant will be mostly R-134a, and no longer capable of  
carrying the oil used in R-12 systems. So the compressor will destroy  
itself due to lack of lubrication.

On Oct 27, 2005, at 1:27 PM, M. P. Olans wrote:

> Sean,
>      To answer your question: Yes, Freeze-12 can be added to a
> partially-charged R-12 system.  Freeze-12 plays nice with R-12.  I
> added some this year as I have a small leak somewhere.  All it took
> was about 8 oz. from the 12 oz. can to make things right.  I do have
> a stash of R-12 as well, but until I find the leak I don't want to
> add it.  I would recommend checking the quantity and condition of
> the oil in your system, too.  I picked up some pretty neat testers
> for just that purpose and they seem to work well.
>      The AZ-D has all the tools needed to service your A/C system
> and we even have some spare Freeze-12.  Drop one of us an email and
> we can help.
>
> Matt Olans
> VeeP-The Arizona DeLorean Club
> VIN 16816
>
>





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