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Old 09-02-2005, 10:10 AM
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Re: 95 AC compressor replacement

When the car cools down, the suction pressure drops down through 28 PSIG, and the swash plate moves, reducing the stroke of the pistons, and lowering the capacity of the A/C, and the suction pressure will stop dropping, and stay at around 28 PSIG.

These compressors usually have an internal mechanical arrangement to control the swash plate based on the suction (low side) pressure.

I would think that under normal conditions, the (V5) would not go down to 22-24 psi without changing the displacement; therefore, you may be able to leave the cycling switch in place. If it does cycle off, you could jump it out as you suggested. In doing a cost benefit analysis of the change over, I assumed that a used compressor, hoses, pulley or belt would cost more than a rebuilt HD6. I would love for some one to try the change over and post here with the results so that others may consider this as an option.

It would be "cool" if it works!!


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