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Battlac40
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Is there a differance or what is the differance on process for an 81? -Thanks great snip! @AuroraGirl
Apr 24, 2025
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Industry standard is 90% but since GM says additional .25 lb. then follow that. I can tell you from personal experience that 90% works...
Apr 24, 2025
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gm says r12 to r134a you do 90% of the r12 fill, then subtract .25lb from the result You would want to of course have all the r134a...
Apr 24, 2025
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You DO need to replace the Receiver/Dryer!
Apr 24, 2025
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You do not need to change compressor or condenser to convert to R134a. You do need to drain all the oil and replace it. Make sure to...
Apr 24, 2025
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The stuff on Amazon is R12a which is marketed as a drop in 100% compatible replacement refrigerant. The Canadians use this regularly. I...
Apr 24, 2025
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A/C is pretty simple. Power goes from dash switch to the low pressure switch, to the high pressure switch to the electromagnet on the...
Apr 24, 2025
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I know your weather isn't as harsh as our's but I would fix it. It is not hard at all to replace everything. I would make sure to get...
Apr 24, 2025
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You will not notice a difference in performance using R12 or R134a. These systems were so oversized to begin with. Don't overthink it. I...
Apr 24, 2025
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@TotalyHucked - What are you using in the side markers? non-polar LEDs? I'm just curious since LEDs are definitely improving (or at...
Apr 24, 2025
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I've just got some Amazon special LED bulbs in my stock parking lights. Wired in a 50ohm resistor and they work fine. My whole truck is LED
Apr 24, 2025
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I personally do not have LEDs in the parking lights. However, I do know putting them in the front park/directional signal lights can be...
Apr 24, 2025
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I would take that to a interior shop and let them make you happy. Something custom and unique to you, but not stock would make you and...
Mar 14, 2025
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Welcome, from another 81 owner!
Feb 26, 2025
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Hello From Texas, Got a Little c10 Project. Has 5.3 swap, 4l65, and nice interior. Thanks for Checking it out
Feb 26, 2025
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