Best DIY A/C Leak Finder?

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Tony Deb - 31 May 2004 21:13 GMT

What do you guys think is the best type of AC leak detecting tool for
the DIY'er. I will probably use this once so cost is an issue. It is for
my 94 Max gxe which suddenly lost its charge. It did work for about 30
minutes when I re-charged it but I could not visibly see any
leaks.Thanks.

Tony C.

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Steve T - 31 May 2004 22:17 GMT

> What do you guys think is the best type of AC leak detecting tool for
> the DIY'er. I will probably use this once so cost is an issue. It is for
> my 94 Max gxe which suddenly lost its charge. It did work for about 30
> minutes when I re-charged it but I could not visibly see any
> leaks.

UV Dye and UV light. Throw 1/2 ounce of dye and 1 can of freon. Then get a
UV light source (even a cheap UV fluorencent bulb works in a dark area) and
the leak will be obvious.

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