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    4/18/2013 6:53 PM  #1

    65james
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    A/C Compressor on parts getter

    I need to change the A/C Compressor on my parts getter 97 F150 because the clutch went out.  Can I change the compressor and drive the truck without damaging the compressor?  I will have to bring it somewhere to get the system checked for leaks and get it charged up.  It's a 20 mile trip to where I will have it worked on.  Wasn't sure if it would damage the compressor to drive it without the lines hooked up to bring it to get charged.  Thanks.

     

    4/18/2013 7:30 PM  #2

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    Re: A/C Compressor on parts getter

    If the compressor still has a charge, why not just change the clutch?  That takes a 4 hour job and turns it into a 20 minute job and costs a whole lot less.  A replacement clutch is only $105 at OReilly Auto Parts and you do not have to discharge/recharge the compressor to replace it.

    Compressor only turns when the clutch is engaged electrically, so the pulley just freewheels while you are driving with the ac turned off.

    To replace the ac clutch, just remove the belt and the center bolt in the clutch.  Then use a 5/8" coarse thread bolt in the threaded center hole.  The bolt will push the clutch off the compressor shaft.  Then unbolt the coil and install the new one.  Bolt the clutch pulley back onto the shaft and reinstall the belt.

     

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    4/19/2013 7:07 AM  #3

    65james
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    Re: A/C Compressor on parts getter

    I didn't realize it was that simple to change the clutch.  That's sounds like a much better idea than changing the whole thing.  Thanks for the advice.

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    4/21/2013 7:24 PM  #4

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    Thanks Steve.  I was able to get the clutch changed.   I've put about 20 miles on it already and so far so good.  Thanks again.

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