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[GermanMoreno]

Hello people!

My AC doesn't work properly, condenser fan doesnt spin, and blower throws hot air. Previous owner told me the car needed just a recharge but I doubt it. Anyways the system in my car is R12 (garages won't recharge this type of freon anymore as legislations prohibited), reason why I will be replacing the compressor with an R134a.I also got a new condenser and fan.

I am missing just the receiver drier. But I can't find an NOS at a reasonable price.

My question is, can I use a generic drier receiver, or one from a different manufacturer? Does it have to be R134a specific?

Asking before taking the car to the shop.
Any experiences on this?

I have attached some images of the parts I have and the 2 types of OEM receivers from Unicla.


Help appreciated!

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[AP2020]

I think it may be more to do with the oils within the AC gas, but this isn't my area.

[xrocketengineer]

You need to flush the old components to remove the old oil. There are "flush kits" available at the auto parts stores. You also need to replace all the O rings with R134a compatible ones, they are usually blue.