aircon

[AndyG]

Guy,
You are obviously going to a lot of trouble over this and so I can't stress enough how important the final hurdle is... As I said before "ask him to vac the system out properly first (VITAL)". If you don't get the air and moisture out of the completed and otherwise gas-tight system, then you will be frustratingly plagued with on-going and expensive problems. (Sorry Andy) but he has got to get the system properly evacuated before putting the gas in.
Please don't think I am being negative here, I'm a professional and I just want to make sure the kit works for you.

Trevor

No problem there mate
I wasn't going to connect him to my oven )

My MOT place has just got one of those aircon machines in, but I doubt they know what vacuuming is
Do you trust a newbie at this critical stage

[madmark]

fridge doctor ,how do you know when you need a regas ,mine doesnt seem as cold as it used to be allthough it still is cold so its working !

[OxtonyxO]

if you get really stuck give me a shout and i will do it for you for the price of the r134a

all the other stuff is in my works van just need to borrow the adapter connections off my boss

[Guy88]

also get him to pressure test it with ofn to check the repairs you have had done

I havent done any repairs. He is going to rejoin all the pipes and gas it so if his joint leaks then he has got to fix it

Been quoted £200 for repair and re gas

[AndyG]

Will it be done by the 1st

[fridge doctor]

Hi MadMark,

Never seen under the bonnet of a Mk6. Check over the pipework route to see if you have a sightglass. If you have, the glass should be full (clear and appear empty) if fully charged. Bubbles in the glass indicate shortage.
If no sight glass, get hold of a reasonably accurate thermometer, wedge the sensor into the central duct and drive a mile or so. With the fan speed on medium the air off temperature should read between 6 and 14 degrees C. Higher than this and you may well have a problem.

I wouldn't normally suggest this, but as you guys are all shall we say 'capable' and trustworthy with high pressure gas, buy a one off 1 Kg disposable can of R134a. This comes complete with short hose and connector to hook up. Make sure you inject liquid into the system, and don't just put it all in, your system won't need 1Kg even if completely empty, just monitor progress, you can always reconnect if not enough.

Where to get it? Milton Keynes Hmmm not sure, do a google for your nearest HRP Ltd, NRS (Natiowide Refrigeration Spares), or other Commercial Refrigeration Spares Wholesaler. Failing all else http://www.hotfrost.co.uk/products/hotsec07.pdf About £28.

[Guy88]

Will it be done by the 1st

booked for the 8th

[AndyG]

Shame......................

[madmark]

manythanks for your help fridge doctor will have a look see if there is any glass there ,

[Guy88]

manythanks for your help fridge doctor will have a look see if there is any glass there ,

It may be on the reciever drier

[AndyG]

Have you got a "glass" Guy88

I haven't

[Guy88]

Have you got a "glass" Guy88

I haven't

nope

[AndyG]

Can one be fitted
Is it worth it

[MrMPuk]

fridge doctor ,how do you know when you need a regas ,mine doesnt seem as cold as it used to be allthough it still is cold so its working !

Mark, stop being an old fanny!!!!!! It's fine!!!!!!!!

[AndyG]

fridge doctor ,how do you know when you need a regas ,mine doesnt seem as cold as it used to be allthough it still is cold so its working !

Mark, stop being an old fanny!!!!!! It's fine!!!!!!!!

He'll be chopping it in soon for a new one