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Review on FJC KIT6 Vacuum R134A Manifold by Alfredo Testerman

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Happy customer! fits tools and equipment

Alternating current is very important in the tropics. I used cheap Wally Worlds hoses/gauges/can stopcocks for years until Fried showed me how to get the best results with the right tools. Then the air conditioning went out in the Camry. Ugh, hot and humid. So I took a chance and bought a used kit and pump. About 4 days later all hell broke out in the house, dogs barking, heaven opening, angels singing and cats (two-one-crazy!) running and humming! What the hell man. Looked out the window and no, it can't be! Yessss - a FEDEX lady jumps down my dirt road (good for me). After fending off all the animals, she approached me with a big smile and handed me my package. The man had some weight. This is where the islanders can be strong. I hobbled back inside and set about opening and inspecting the order. Everything is there except for the tap for the 12 ounce cans. Hay Revain and seller. Why didn't you send me one? Don't joke, nobody. So I looked at the old world wall sensor kit (Wal-Maet). It can touch the unscrewed hose and the yellow hose. Be aware that this faucet has a piercing pin when it screws in, so try to stay away from the California glass if possible, it's a nightmare to use. Hooked up to a vacuum pump with no problems and two cans later I had ice cold air conditioning. I wish the sensors were in a plastic case, but I made one out of a case and foam. To avoid problems with the pump, drain the oil and label the pump (NO OIL) to prevent it from starting. First check the level. Right. And it wouldn't hurt to toss in a wet beanbag along with the pump and meter. It's not uncommon for theft and stores to charge you $300-$400 for the work I've done. The set cost me €87. Now to my Ram 2500 4x4 diesel engine. First time since 1994. Follow Dodge on YouTube. I made several DIY repair videos. I am very happy.

Pros
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Quick start guide