Sometimes it’s easier to fix something myself than to get it to the top of my husband’s list.

Step 1 – Go to ABC Auto Parts. They expect me to know nothing cause I’m a girl. They very patiently explain, and yes, sometimes they even offer to do it for me. Take notes. Allen, the auto parts guy, even comes outside to verify that I will be putting the coolant in the correct opening.

Step 2 – Buy 2 cans 134a refrigerant. I upgraded to 1 large can of “high milage 134a (200,000 miles) with oil.”

Step 3 – Buy a can of …read more