R12 changed over to 134A

Tiny
JASONPYZO
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  • 1993 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 181,000 MILES
I need to change out the AC compressor on my truck, the old system was R12 but when I had an accident with the truck it was changed over to 134A. My question is when getting a new compressor most say for R12 systems and I know they come with oil in them, maybe not all of the oil but you put in what you need if necessary. So is this going to be a problem when I go to recharge the system with 134A or does the oil has to get drained and flushed out on the new one? The compressor didn't fail so there shouldn't be any reason on flushing the system I wouldn't think, right? It was leaking around the compressor it's self so I just unplugged the wire going to it and taped it off until I could get to it. Also in replacing the compressor some suggests on replacing the accumulator and orifice tube I would like to get your input on that as well. I appreciate any input. Thanks, Jason
Thursday, May 20th, 2021 AT 11:52 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Yes, get as much oil out as you can to replace it with the PEG oil (synthetic). here is a guide and a video to help you with the job:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-air-conditioner-compressor

and

https://youtu.be/4EqdrBVb0sY

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.
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Friday, May 21st, 2021 AT 10:19 AM

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