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If your system is currently R12 and you change to 134a you will most likely have to change seals in the compressor, replace all of your hoses as they are too permeable for the 134a, and you will have a refrigerant that is not as effective as R12 was.

There are nearly 1500 listings for R12 on eBay and my local Craig's List has multiple offers for the small 14 ounce cans between $20 and $30 apiece.

I have a 30 pound factory-sealed tank of R12 that I purchased three years ago for $375.

The Pantera system will take no more than 3 pounds. Even if you find a shop wants to charge you $75 per pound plus your service charge you would still likely save money over changing your entire system to properly utilize 134a.

You will definitely want to seek out a quality shop to do your recharge, but hopefully this information will be of use to you.

Larry

8/8/177:51 PM

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