A/C pulley loose
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Tuned
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A/C pulley loose
Hi all,
I just noticed a slight squeaking noise when the a/c is on. I removed the belt to check all the pulleys and found I can move the a/c pulley very slightly front to back.
My question is. Can I just replace the clutch assembly? Or do I need to replace the compressor?
The a/c is cooling fine.
thanks,
Joe
I just noticed a slight squeaking noise when the a/c is on. I removed the belt to check all the pulleys and found I can move the a/c pulley very slightly front to back.
My question is. Can I just replace the clutch assembly? Or do I need to replace the compressor?
The a/c is cooling fine.
thanks,
Joe
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I will pick up a new clutch and pulley.
Thanks
Joe
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Sure you need one? What's the clearance?
Only thing that squeeks on mine if the idler, so I replaced it. Also, pretty sure I have 2 spare belts so I know the prior owner hadn't figured that one out.
Only thing that squeeks on mine if the idler, so I replaced it. Also, pretty sure I have 2 spare belts so I know the prior owner hadn't figured that one out.
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I do believe the pulley bearing is the main problem because the pulley itself has free play.
I checked my other f250 and that pulley has zero movement front to back.
And all the other bearings are nice and smooth and tight.
I didn’t measure the gap. But I did replace the clutch a couple years ago and set the gap at that time.
My plan is to get a bearing or a pulley with new bearing.
Then I will disassemble and see for sure.
question. If the clutch itself was bad, how would that cause the pulley to be loose?
Am I missing something?
thanks,
Joe
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Didn't realize you found that 'slop' in the bearing, agreed time for new.
If you're pulling the system down at all, check the price of a new unit. Mine for the Cummins conversion was unmistakenly cheap and quite nice.
See, we are good at spending your money!
If you're pulling the system down at all, check the price of a new unit. Mine for the Cummins conversion was unmistakenly cheap and quite nice.
See, we are good at spending your money!
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Im doing everything I can to not open that can of worms.
I just ordered a bearing.
I can get a new compressor for less than $200. But then the dominoes start falling with the age and mileage on this Ex.
new dryer, orifice tube, condenser, etc.
The V10 still runs good, but has 233k.
thanks,
Joe
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Ugh, I just went through all of that, from leaking front compressor seal to everything I could get my hands on. A proper deep vacuum brought out and created a few leaks in other places. Ended up buying all the clutch pulley tools too that I'll probably never use again....
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post19149045
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[QUOTE=01__Excursion;19842354]Ugh, I just went through all of that, from leaking front compressor seal to everything I could get my hands on. A proper deep vacuum brought out and created a few leaks in other places. Ended up buying all the clutch pulley tools too that I'll probably never use again....
I just looked at your link. That is exactly what I don’t want to do. At least your compressor is on top. The V10 is in the lower right corner. Not much room.
Your level of detail is fantastic. Nice Ex.
thanks,
Joe
I just looked at your link. That is exactly what I don’t want to do. At least your compressor is on top. The V10 is in the lower right corner. Not much room.
Your level of detail is fantastic. Nice Ex.
thanks,
Joe
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[QUOTE=The other Joe;19842372]
Sorry I didn't catch the V10, I should know I briefly had one for year that I just sold last November, it received a few of the parts from the 7.3. I thought what a bi--h to get to the V10 compressor.
Take the inner fender liner out for sure.
Ugh, I just went through all of that, from leaking front compressor seal to everything I could get my hands on. A proper deep vacuum brought out and created a few leaks in other places. Ended up buying all the clutch pulley tools too that I'll probably never use again....
I just looked at your link. That is exactly what I don’t want to do. At least your compressor is on top. The V10 is in the lower right corner. Not much room.
Your level of detail is fantastic. Nice Ex.
thanks,
Joe
I just looked at your link. That is exactly what I don’t want to do. At least your compressor is on top. The V10 is in the lower right corner. Not much room.
Your level of detail is fantastic. Nice Ex.
thanks,
Joe
Take the inner fender liner out for sure.
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[QUOTE=01__Excursion;19842382]
From everything I have seen the inner fender needs to be moved or removed to replace the compressor.
I have been able to work on the front clutch piece without doing that. I hope I can get the pulley off the same way.
I also have a 7.3 in a 97 f250. The compressor couldn’t be in a better place.
The V10 has been pretty good. But I wish I had the 7.3
From everything I have seen the inner fender needs to be moved or removed to replace the compressor.
I have been able to work on the front clutch piece without doing that. I hope I can get the pulley off the same way.
I also have a 7.3 in a 97 f250. The compressor couldn’t be in a better place.
The V10 has been pretty good. But I wish I had the 7.3
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Just a follow up on the loose a/c clutch pulley bearing.
I was able to remove the pulley and replace the bearing without any other disassembly.
Not much room to work. But I got it.
thanks again,
Joe W
I was able to remove the pulley and replace the bearing without any other disassembly.
Not much room to work. But I got it.
thanks again,
Joe W
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