Your truck or car's AC system is almost completely airtight, but your freon refrigerant is always slowly leaking out. Eventually, a car will lose enough freon so that its air conditioning system will no longer cool effectively. At Retro Auto Works at 1156 N Keim St we are ready to recharge your AC to help you keep your car or truck's cabin temperature cool.

"Help My AC Only Blows Warm Air!"

New advancements in R134a freon systems means that freon in newer cars doesn't leak out as much as old R12 freon systems. The average new model economy car only leaks about 0.41 ounces of refrigerant per year. Come to Retro Auto Works in Pottstown when it's time to recharge your AC freon.

Retro Auto Works's Fast 3 Step Process:
  • Vacuum out all the old refrigerant before refilling it.
  • Add new R134a refrigerant.
  • Pressurize your car's AC system and test for mico-leaks.
"Does Retro Auto Works Have R12 Freon For My Classic Car?"

Unfortunately R12 freon is no longer available. If your car or truck was made before 1994 you must convert your entire AC system to the new R134a standard. This involves replacing dozens of seals and several AC auto parts. R134a is a more highly pressurized and much more efficient refrigerant pound for pound than R12. Most classic car AC compressors and condensers cannot withstand the intense pressure required and choose to add about 25% less freon to accommodate older systems. This means your AC may not cool as well as it used to. Converting your R12 system to R134a is a big job so stop by Retro Auto Works today and talk with our mechanics about getting the job done right. Visit us today at 1156 N Keim St.

"Is Used Freon Ok?"

Many auto repair shops resell used AC refrigerant. The old freon is cleaned using a specialized recovery machine that removes contaminants. Used freon provided by Retro Auto Works works just as well as new freon after it's cleaned. Accepting used freon is a great way to help minimize the impact freon has on the environment.

Freon gas becomes a liquid when pressurized inside your car's A/C system but returns to its gaseous state as it leaks out. Many drivers in Pottstown are completely unaware that they are losing freon until the day when they turn on the car's AC and find only warm air blows out. Call 610-323-4111 and ask any of our auto repair specialists about recharging your car's AC. Stop by our store at 1156 N Keim St and we will show you the best AC recharging options for your car.


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What our clients are saying about us

We have established longterm and stable partnerships with various clients thanks to our excellence in solving their automotive needs!

This auto shop is defying the odds of today's version of customer service by providing good old fashion caring service. They take care of customer needs with no additional hidden agendas to charge more than needed. Unfortunately it is rare to find honest, sincerely friendly, and knowledgeable people today, but Retro Auto Works is certainly trying to bring that back to our way of life. We have brought 5 of our vehicles here and are completely satisfied! quotes-image
, 03/15/2023
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Car & Truck Care, near Pottstown, Pennsylvania
I was very impressed. I was greeted by everyone working in the shop. Staff was very friendly and professional. I decided to just wait for my car, and it was about 15-20 mins. Plenty of room to sit and wait and the price was great!! Definitely recommend to anyone and I will be using them for other services I may need in the future. Thank you!! quotes-image
, 02/10/2023