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Can I bypass AC compressor belt pulley?
The compressor cannot be bypassed without the use of a compressor bypass pulley. It would cost more for a bypass for the compressor than it would be to just replace the compressor pulley. Install a new pulley or pulley bearing if it can come off of the compressor and then put on a new belt.
What size serpentine belt do I need to bypass AC compressor?
You need a 79 inch belt.
Can you use a shorter belt to bypass AC compressor?
Yes, this is possible. However, unless it was the AC compressor clutch and pulley which failed, bypassing the AC pulley is unnecessary. Simply disconnect the wire to the AC compressor clutch and that should do the trick.
Can I use a shorter serpentine belt bypass AC compressor?
Can i bypass it by buying a smaller belt and bypassing the ac pulley? Yes you can. Just unplug the wires which energize the clutch.
Can I use a shorter belt to bypass AC compressor?
Can I bypass AC compressor with shorter belt?
Is it safe to bypass AC compressor?
If the AC compressor on your classic car has stopped working and you would rather not replace it, installing an AC compressor bypass pulley is a viable option for safely and efficiently removing your factory AC compressor.
Can I unplug car AC compressor?
The a/c compressor cannot be permanently removed because the serpentine belt powers all accessories, including the compressor, in one “circuit”. If you were to take the compressor out you won’t be able to install the serpentine belt because a key component will just not be there.
Can you replace just the pulley on an AC compressor?
Yes you can just replace the clutch pulley on the a/c compressor. The issue that you may have is the pulley bearing seized up and may have spun on the front of the compressor nose cone and will damage it.
Can my car run without an AC compressor?
You will be fine as long as you don’t need or want AC in your car. Your AC pulley is a free spinning pulley that has a clutch on it. It will spin freely until you turn the air conditioning on. If the clutch doesn’t work properly, you will still be able to drive your car.
Can I disconnect my AC compressor?
Is it OK to bypass AC compressor?
What is air conditioning bypass?
Today, many cars have no way to allow outside air into the vehicle through the vents. My understanding is that this allows you to bring in outside air by “bypassing” the conditioning by the system.
Can I drive without the AC belt?
You should be fine. The AC belt is not the same as the serpentine belt, which is driven by a crank shaft pulley. Running the engine without the AC belt is not a problem if you can live without AC.
What happens if I unplug an air compressor?
Disconnect air compressor from power source and bleed off all air pressure before attempting any maintenance or repair. SHUTDOWN AND STORAGE: NEVER stop the air compressor by unplugging it from the power outlet as this may result in damage to the compressor.