Recharge air conditioner on 2018 sxt

Discussion in 'Dodge Challenger General Discussions' started by Duck Johnson, Jul 13, 2023.

  1. Duck Johnson

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    I am having to deal with my challenger blowing hot air. As soon as it gets over 90 degrees (which is everyday in Texas). My air conditioner doesn’t blow cold air. I looked at a couple of videos on YouTube and it said I need a special adapter and a specific recharge to match my challenger. Any recommendations. I bought a kit, but I don’t know if it will work now. Desperately need air conditioner to work properly. Any input or suggestions would be greatly appreciated, thanks!!
     
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    I recently installed a new condenser in my 2013. The gauges I borrowed from O'Reilly Auto parts actually came with connections for both types of refrigerant. I may have been lucky in that they did not have that rental available and ordered it brand new. Auto Zone also has loaners.
     
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    Went to auto zone. They were very helpful. I spent $139 on the special adapter and the refrigerant I needed. They aren’t officially supposed to help me, but they did it for me. Now I have cold air in my car again. Which is especially nice in Texas.
     
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    Good news