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Old Aug 2, 2020 | 07:56 PM
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Charging AC in 84 FB

Tried to use one of these on the low side AC port.

Quick connect didn't fit. Shot product evnesting? where.

Any suggestions? I thought the connectors where universal, no?

84 FB Air Compressor.


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Old Aug 2, 2020 | 08:39 PM
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That product won't work. The all first gen rx-7s used R12. You will either need R12 or to swap all the out to R134. This will require the system to be evacuated and recharged with R134. The swap also requires new fittings for the R134.

Why are you worrying about the AC? Don't both of your RX-7 have engine issues?
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Old Aug 3, 2020 | 08:09 AM
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Yeah, AC isn't much use in a non-running car.
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Old Aug 3, 2020 | 10:34 AM
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I just pulled my AC system out of my FB. Doesn't do a whole lot of good in Alaska anyway and the whole system weighs about 40lbs.
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Old Aug 3, 2020 | 10:48 AM
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Gotta have it! Here, its hot as...
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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 09:56 AM
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You should convert to R152a. Read this for an excellent, deep dive.

https://www.rx7club.com/1st-generati.../#post12358576

Edit: I linked to one specific post that is pretty comprehensive, but you'll want to read the whole thread.
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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 11:31 AM
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I think thats the high side port anyway, so I bet it shot crap everywhere if it was running.
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Old Aug 4, 2020 | 11:37 AM
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Was waiting for some one to lob that grenade into the room..

Tried both ports. Connector didn't fit either.

Yep, sprayed produced. Now I've learned, wrong stuff.
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