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Possible to bypass A/C compressor?


chubcobear
06-22-2011, 08:56 AM
Thanks for all the help. White Buffalo, Dorman bypass pulley will be a good solution. Do you have a tip on who sells it? Thanks. '95 Lesabre limited.

maxwedge
06-22-2011, 09:27 AM
Napa, Carquest, for sure.

chubcobear
06-22-2011, 10:08 AM
Thanks Max, I found it. It is Dorman Item #34202 a/c bypass pulley. Couple of local O'Reilly & Autozones have it around here.

chubcobear
06-30-2011, 07:00 PM
Further to this discussion, I was able to make the switch from a/c compressor (dead) to Dorman idler puller part. I had to go to a local mechanic and have the freon legally removed and then I removed compressor, plugged hi/low lines, and reinstalled the serpentine belt. When/if the compressor is replaced, we will have to install new accumulator, filter and expansion tube. Maybe more stuff. Thanks to all.

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