A/C Compressor Leaking

[guitarguyucf]

So FINALLY I found where the leak in my A/C was (with the help of a black light). There is a nice green mass underneath the back side of the compressor along and a nice green blotch along the top line (that goes to the accumulator). Im thinking this is just a blown O-Ring since the fluid runs right on the line, but before I go underneath could it be something else? I took the light all over the compressor, and the only area where I see fluid is where the 2 hoses get bolted in.

[guitarguyucf]

Also, as a side note (since its dark I could check a little better): When charging the freon up I noticed that the fluid came out of the hose (where the metal meets compressor). Now im certain its a bad oring.

[buford1972]

Just as a suggestion. Since you need to evac and recharge your system, you might want to buy the kit and tool and replace all the O rings. Just to eliminate a chance of another one that may also be or about to leak. Especially if you dont have a vacume pump, Micron gauge, a 5lb can of 134a, manifold set, and your EPA 609 license (to be legal). Also, if you plan to keep your car, never, never, never add refrigerant that has the "stop leak" in it. It will gooo up your system. Just trying to help as I am an HVAC/R service tech.