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From: kitten@hao.UUCP
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Subject: Re: air conditioning advice
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Date: Mon, 28-Oct-85 20:24:42 EST
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> 
> I have a slow leak in  my a/c system (Ford, factory
> instalation).  It looses about 1 can of freon every two
> to three weeks, and I can't locate the leak.  I've
> cleaned all the fittings and connections and looked for
> signs of oil -nothing. The evaporator doesn't freeze up, 
>  even under continuous (8 hour) use, which makes me
> think that the evaporator may be ok. 
> 
> Now I have to admit, I have gotten my money's worth out
> of it. It's got 290,000 miles on it, and the a/c system
> has not been touched, except to add freon every now and
> then the last couple of years.  Any good ways to find a
> leak like this?  Should I replace the compressor, assuming
> that it is the most likely source?  I really hate to replace
> anything, regardless of age, if I'm not sure that it's
> defective (that's what dealers do, in't it?).
> 
> Any advice will be appreciated. 
> 
> Mike Graham @AT&T Technologies 

**
I have heard of a dye used specifically for this purpose.  It's injected
into the system like freon, I think, and aids in finding leaks.  As a
matter of fact, I believe they use the stuff at the dealer.  I suggest
you ask your local auto parts store, preferably a big one.

Good luck!

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