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Old May 18, 2010 | 02:33 PM
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Replacing belt

my ac clutch bearing just gave way, and i don't have the time/cash to replace it. is it possible to use a belt for a non ac engine and use that?

1997 ford f 150
4.6 L

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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 06:05 AM
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[quote=dearta223;8902186]my ac clutch bearing just gave way, and i don't have the time/cash to replace it. is it possible to use a belt for a non ac engine and use that?

1997 ford f 150
4.6 L

I was told you could not bypass the A/C when my bearing went!! If I remember correctly, you have to buy some kind of pulley kit.
 
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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 09:02 PM
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last week someone said you can buy an idler pulley to replace the AC compressor. Get it at NAPA or Auto Zone for about $30?
 
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Old Jun 3, 2010 | 06:16 AM
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last week someone said you can buy an idler pulley to replace the AC compressor. Get it at NAPA or Auto Zone for about $30?

I believe that is the answer!!
 
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