Jon, Any time the A/C system is opened you should replace the filter /
accumulator. The filter could have too much moisture in it causing a high
head. Also, Double check that they gave you the right orifice tube. What
kinda of pressure was it running on the low side??
Hop..
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jon Smith" <jon@fast4x4.net>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Tuesday, May 29, 2001 2:30 PM
Subject: DML: AC anyone?
> I went to recharge my AC today, it's been uncharged since the cam install.
> The hoses were hooked back up, but not locked together.
>
> I'm having problems now! After charging the system with the required
> 2.00lbs of 134, she'll blow the dang top out of the gauges. High side is
> pushing hard, I shut it off as the gauge screamed into the 500psi range.
>
> Changing out the orifice tube, still no dice. (no metal shavings on the
> tube) Upon recharging again (after orifice tube install) it wouldn't take
> on more than 0.25lbs of 134, after 5 or 6 tries it finally took the full
> 2.00lbs. Same pressure problem exists...
>
> What should I expect to find kaput? I think I'm facing a new condensor
and
> dryer, but wanted to get some DML input :)
>
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> Jon Smith
> Raleigh, NC
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> '94 CC 4x4 318
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