Ford Bronco F150 A/C Repair 1980-1996 | Convert R12 To R134 | Bronco Restoration

[@DCWorkmon]

Another excellent tutorial. It’s criminal that your videos aren’t getting millions of views yet. Keep it up man! You’re appreciated!

[@TheFixTech]

The A/C in my truck has not worked in awhile and I got tired of sweating. This repair went smoother than expected. Let me know if you have any questions regarding this repair.

[@stur.7502]

Hi, Is there an R12 expansion valve in the system that needs to be changed when converting to R134? or is it that tube that you inserted.

[@tjxc1477]

👍 so glad I found you, bought a 95 f250. 140k original miles, I love it, you are much help, She’s mint , but I can’t help myself from wanting to tinker

[@AntonioHernandez-nk2ek]

This is perfect because I was going to take it to a shop

[@RoseBaby]

This is such a great video. I appreciate your close up shots and details with very professional camera work. You make it easy to follow. Thank you! 👍🏻

[@TheFixTech]

As always, my pleasure

[@moparmagnum928]

My airco stopped working last year on my 1993 bronco after watching your video i went to search if my system is converted to r134 and yes i saw the decal on my airco under the intake hose . I thought i needed to convert it that is why i did not fill the system . So this week i am going to fill it in the shop . Thanks by the way love how clean your bronco is good video as always thank you much appreciate your time for making these videos

[@Trevcj101]

Holy crap I've never been so early for a fix video! Thanks for all the amazing vids! Literally just converted my 93 f250 to the 3g alternator today with your help

[@TheFixTech]

Thanks for the support!

[@TheAdam61904]

I replaced everything in my 92 f150. Al new seals compressor lines evap condenser. It would never hold a vacuum. One of my AC friends sometimes the internal seals on new compressors need to be “swollen”. Anyways I did about 3 1/2 cans of 134 and AC blows 32 degrees and 0 issues in that last 2 years

[@TheFixTech]

My guess is either the vacuum pump was leaking (if manifold in open position) or the manifold itself had a leak at one of the connections.

[@zachklopman9046]

Awesome video man. I am in the process of doing this to my '86 F-150 and this breaks it down perfectly!

[@Eyvazk]

I also have 86 Bronco and thinking doing the same. Have you done yours already?

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Wow very nice AC restoration of this 4th Generation Ford Bronco which is pretty easy to do not bad at all

[@TheFixTech]

Thank you for your support, much appreciated!!

[@johncheer9164]

Thank you!

[@frankgonzalez534]

90 Bronco here thanks for the informative video 👍 will do the same to my but first I need new complete vacuum lines mine Are old and brittle.. you a video on vacuum lines?

[@RNG_Anarchist]

My man you need to get a deal summit racing would probably hire you for somthing on motor trend for stuff like this

[@jackwells1452]

I added a/c to my wife's 91 bronco and I installed the red orifice tube I heard it works better with 134

[@TheFixTech]

I am happy with my results as well

[@jackwells1452]

@@TheFixTech I guess they both work👍👍

[@nathanabata1893]

For the low side fitting you put on there. Does that one have the black plastic insert in the bottom of it? I bought the kit to do it and have a new compressor and accumulator and all that but havent done it yet because i dont have the gauge set and vacuum pump.

[@TheFixTech]

On the low side I used the long style adapter that seals onto the valve. It has a black rubber o ring inside as a seal and the black plastic to open the valve. The quick connect fitting attaches to this and upon turning it will open the valve of the adapter allowing flow. After all is said and done I remove these adapters altogether as they can cause leaks in the future.

[@nathanabata1893]

@TheFixTech awesome! Thank you! I think the original time I tried it I tightened it too much and destroyed the plastic inside on the equipment on my truck haha. I will definitely not do that on the new stuff I bought!

[@ItAintEazyBeingCheezy11]

Can you make a video about the ground wire locations? I have a 91 bronco, and it keeps dying when I put it in gear. It dies after a few seconds. I was told to look at those first.

[@WayneKerrr]

This is one of the bigger repairs I will need to do to mine. Is there anything more to be done for the R134 conversion, or do I just follow every step in this video?

[@TheFixTech]

My evap coil and condenser were not replaced as they were is good condition, you can remove the blower motor and view the evap coil to check condition, if your a/c compressor is seized/frozen the condenser may need to be replaced as metal shavings might be clogging it. I do recommend replacing the condenser instead of flushing as I have had better results that way. In my case the compressor was fine, just old and worn.

[@HickHeath]

Hey man, will these instructions and parts used work on a 1990 F-150 with a 4.9L I6? I do have AC but it hasn't worked since i've owned the truck, so I figure i'd do an overhaul.

[@LethalityKing]

I noticed you said it will cycle on and off until it had enough refrigerant. Mine constantly cycles does that mean i have a leak? (I ve filled up before)

[@TheFixTech]

The compressor should continue to run while the vehicle is at idle. It will cycle on/off while driving as this is normal. Unexpected cycling could be due to a leak or blockage, use a gauge and check both low and high pressures. High pressure can cause the compressor to cycle in which too much refrigerant or oil has been added, or debris from a worn compressor is trapped in the condenser and orifice tube.

[@jimmyp6443]

Where did you purchase new components

[@Vic9mm]

That looked like metal and gunk on that blue orifice tube you should of flushed out this system using A/C flush. One of the most important steps on an A/C job is flushing out all the debris inside the A/C system. Compressor metal due to longevity or lock up , hose rubber, freon with stop leak and moisture can impact your NEW a/c system and cause it to fail immediately or prematurely. The vacuum is not just to test for leaks its to remove moisture from the a/c system that you opened and let air inside of (while fixing). You want a vacuum of at least 30-45mins, if you left the system open for over 24hrs waiting on parts...minimum 1-2hrs of vacuum is recommended.

[@trifluffle]

Hey man I did this and my A/C clutch wouldn’t kick on

[@TheFixTech]

Was the clutch working before? If line pressure is good, check/replace the low pressure switch attached to the accumulator, also check for power at the compressor

[@PxssyGalore]

Did you flush the A/C condenser or replace it?