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This is a discussion on 134a within the Flair Birds [1964-1966] forums, part of the Thunderbird Model Years category; Just purchased a 65 Convertible on eBay with great success. The car is beautiful and very original. The A/C was ...
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07-08-2003, 11:12 AM
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134a
Just purchased a 65 Convertible on eBay with great success. The car is beautiful and very original.
The A/C was hardly ever used so the compressor is frozen. My A/C guy is going to replace it and go to 134a, but he mentioned that it might be a good idea to add a fan on the condenser to boost the cooling and make up for the difference between the R12 and 134a refrigerants. Any thoughts? 
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07-20-2003, 11:16 PM
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If your radiator and the rest of the cooling system is in good working order i would try it without the aux. fan. Be sure the new compressor is installed with refrigeration oil that is compatible with 134A. Also 134A has a tendency to leak easier than R12, so take a good look at your hoses.
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07-21-2003, 01:20 AM
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Condenser cooling is important but if your Bird came with factory air you probably have the heavy duty radiator and a good shroud plus a good fan. I have air on my 66 and it performs very well although I am still using the R12.
Joe
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