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Old Dec 27, 2006 | 02:32 PM
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Running engine damage disconnected compressor?
I have a Ford fs10 compressor on 5.0 302 with serpentine setup that I have installed in a 73 F100. If I run the engine, but with no wires or refrigerant lines connected to the compressor, will it damage the compressor? I would like to be able to run the engine before I get all the ac components and lines installed.
 
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Old Dec 27, 2006 | 04:10 PM
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The clutch on the compressor should keep anything in compressor from turning as long as it isn't energized(no wires hooked up.
 
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Old Dec 28, 2006 | 02:38 PM
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Yep. No problem. Just make certain all the ports for the refrigerant lines are capped properly so that the compressor isn't damaged by environmental factors.

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And make sure a good vacuum is pulled after you do get the rest of the system installed!!
 
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