gmariusica Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 Hey I was wondering if it's possible to take the AC compressor belt off. I don't need the AC and I have the whole system empty, no freon and I know there is just the compressor on that belt. There is any advantage or it just doesn't matter too much. Subaru Legacy L 1996 2.2 Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecBamf41 Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 only down side is that the compressor, if not used for a period of time or used without being full can breakdown. used compressor are still like 300 bucks or something. if you never ever wanna use it again then hell just cut the belt off. BNR18g on 93oct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang70Fastback Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 Without the A/C belt on, reverse polarity will build in the condenser. This wouldn't be too much of an issue on most vehicles, but on these cars the condenser is in close proximity to the regulator coil, and it is possible for that charge to be offloaded through the coil to the secondary circuit. If that happens, you will likely lose all the primary systems and avionics. It is also possible that any redundant systems with cross-linked connections into omni-present devices such as the glass cockpit displays or the joystick controls will also be adversely affected. This is not something you want to happen, especially on a foggy day as you will most likely be forced to go VFR, so I'd say leave the belt on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecBamf41 Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 wtf^ BNR18g on 93oct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TbirdMan Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 Without the A/C belt on, reverse polarity will build in the condenser. This wouldn't be too much of an issue on most vehicles, but on these cars the condenser is in close proximity to the regulator coil, and it is possible for that charge to be offloaded through the coil to the secondary circuit. If that happens, you will likely lose all the primary systems and avionics. It is also possible that any redundant systems with cross-linked connections into omni-present devices such as the glass cockpit displays or the joystick controls will also be adversely affected. This is not something you want to happen, especially on a foggy day as you will most likely be forced to go VFR, so I'd say leave the belt on. best...post...EVER! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 ^^wait, WTF? : \ VFR, reverse polarity, avionics.....dang where's the Flux Capacitor in this here dang Deloreon....and where the hell are we going to get the 1.21 gigawats to make that baby go?!? http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee134/Rubenjc111/D08B1AEF-orig.jpg http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee134/Rubenjc111/5F79F4E6-orig.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmariusica Posted August 31, 2011 Author Share Posted August 31, 2011 Without the A/C belt on, reverse polarity will build in the condenser. This wouldn't be too much of an issue on most vehicles, but on these cars the condenser is in close proximity to the regulator coil, and it is possible for that charge to be offloaded through the coil to the secondary circuit. If that happens, you will likely lose all the primary systems and avionics. It is also possible that any redundant systems with cross-linked connections into omni-present devices such as the glass cockpit displays or the joystick controls will also be adversely affected. This is not something you want to happen, especially on a foggy day as you will most likely be forced to go VFR, so I'd say leave the belt on. Oooooo, I got it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmariusica Posted August 31, 2011 Author Share Posted August 31, 2011 only down side is that the compressor, if not used for a period of time or used without being full can breakdown. used compressor are still like 300 bucks or something. if you never ever wanna use it again then hell just cut the belt off. I'm never gonna use A/C on this car, I was thinking even to take the compressor out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated broknindarkagain Posted August 31, 2011 I Donated Share Posted August 31, 2011 Go ahead and take the belt off. It will help your engine rev a little bit more free and give you a few extra horses. The compressor adds quite some weight, along with the AC lines and condenser. Take those out too. You won't hurt anything by doing so -broknindarkagain My Current Project - Click Here COME AND TAKE IT "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecBamf41 Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 its true.. i took all my stuff out... just made that car less cool. pun intended BNR18g on 93oct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 Shi....in Texas it's been 107* for 3 months. Without my A/C I'd be a baked bean. It's stays in my ride. But wish that I could take it out like you two. Must be nice and cool up where you two live. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecBamf41 Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 yea. single didgits all winter. BNR18g on 93oct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jab83 Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 I wont go back to not having ac my first car didn't have it. ... and Now that i have it i cant live with out it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasLegacy2.5GT Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 ^Amen brotha! Say it again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jab83 Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 I wont go back to not having ac my first car didn't have it. ... and Now that i have it i cant live with out it! LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated broknindarkagain Posted August 31, 2011 I Donated Share Posted August 31, 2011 I have AC in the OB....and I still don't use it really haha -broknindarkagain My Current Project - Click Here COME AND TAKE IT "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecBamf41 Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 i drive with windows down. feels better,, even in winter ill crank the heat and drop a window. BNR18g on 93oct Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jab83 Posted August 31, 2011 Share Posted August 31, 2011 Well i'll be doing that untill i get a new belt tensioner ! :/ Mine i guess is stripped out cause it wont get the belt tight. But idc since its running!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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