R 12

[Slapshot42]

Anybody have any cans of R 12 for sale?

I may have a RT 56 that needs to be recharged.  Is there an alternative?

Thanks in advance!

Jared

[johnieG]

Freeze 12 work nicely as a drop in for the amateur refrigeration hobbyist.   just make sure you get the special valve adapter that screws onto the top of the Freeze12 can ( it looks like the one for R134a, but it's a different thread) but if it needs a recharge, did you find & fix the leak? it's pointless to drop in any R-whatever if it's just going to be pissed right back out again. It also gets to be expensive.

[Slapshot42]

I actually just want to have some on hand.  I'm taking a compressor over to a friend locally that is a refrigeration technician. He asked if I had any R-12 in the event there was a leak we could recharge it.

I will let him know of the alternative that you have listed.

I have tested the following: ( Both work)

Evap Fan
Condensor Fan

Ordered a new 3 to 1 start relay, and a wiring harness.

Should I consider ordering any other parts from FunT..that would be good to have on hand??

Tapping Aids, Drier Hose / with schrader valve??  

Where do leaks usually come from?  ( No nothing about refrigeration so go easy)

[BrianS]

Where do leaks usually come from?  ( No nothing about refrigeration so go easy)

Holes

[Slapshot42]

I think I was looking for something more specific....  :  

If there are other components that are prone to having issues..I would like to take care of them the first time.

I need to learn more about the refrigeration side of things...I have been avoiding it for too long!!

[MaineT]

Type in r-12 into ebay and its there... you still need a licence but your buddy could accept the delivery.

[kbareit]

I actually just want to have some on hand.  I'm taking a compressor over to a friend locally that is a refrigeration technician. He asked if I had any R-12 in the event there was a leak we could recharge it.

I will let him know of the alternative that you have listed.

I have tested the following: ( Both work)

Evap Fan
Condensor Fan

Ordered a new 3 to 1 start relay, and a wiring harness.

Should I consider ordering any other parts from FunT..that would be good to have on hand??

Tapping Aids, Drier Hose / with schrader valve??  

Where do leaks usually come from?  ( No nothing about refrigeration so go easy)

Stick to your friend like glue when he has your system for repair. He should be able to explain possible areas prone to leaking by showing them to you and how to repair any problems you might have. A true understanding of the refrigeration system requires a hands on approach with proper guidance IMO. As far as some of the parts listed ask your friend if he needs you to get them he is the one to let you know best what he needs to do the job.

[MaineT]

First, UPS and FedEx can't fine you. I wouldn't ship it thru the USPS.  I would be more worried about selling it to someone without a license after offering on a public forum. Getting a fine for that is more likely!

[MoonDawg]

I need to learn more about the refrigeration side of things...I have been avoiding it for too long!!

     These were my exact words earlier this year.

     So, I started out watching a few You Tube videos explaining the principles,
 then I stumbled on this website:
http://epatest.com/ although I know there are a few others similar.

    Within 2 weeks I not only learned the basics but got my EPA 608 certification to legally purchase and dispose of refrigerants.
    Total cost was about $25.00, everything is done on-line, material is easy to understand, plenty of practice questions and open book exams.
    I would highly recommend this course to anyone who likes to work on their own machines. (it's also simply a feather in the cap for us old guys)   

[Slapshot42]

     These were my exact words earlier this year.

     So, I started out watching a few You Tube videos explaining the principles,
 then I stumbled on this website:
http://epatest.com/ although I know there are a few others similar.

    Within 2 weeks I not only learned the basics but got my EPA 608 certification to legally purchase and dispose of refrigerants.
    Total cost was about $25.00, everything is done on-line, material is easy to understand, plenty of practice questions and open book exams.
    I would highly recommend this course to anyone who likes to work on their own machines. (it's also simply a feather in the cap for us old guys)   

Thanks Glen!  I read a good portion of the study manual.  Looks like a lot technical information and facts.  I will probably more than likely complete the course.  What's $25... anymore these day.