Ralph: The correct amount of oil is 10 fluid ounces of refrigerant oil. The R-12 capacity is 3.25 lbs.
I put about 3 OZ. in the Evap. 3 OZ. in the Cond. and 4 OZ. into the compressor.
I would also suggest using a UV dye, to make leak detection easy later on.
When you get it buttoned up, rotate the compressor (not the clutch) about 18-20 times to circulate some oil inside the compressor. After starting, "burnish" the clutch in by cycling the clutch on-off about 20 times at a cycle rate of 1 sec. on, 1 sec. off.
Good luck, and chilly driving to ya. -Matt
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