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A/C Compressor questions '03 MCS

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Old Apr 22, 2012 | 03:08 PM
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A/C Compressor questions '03 MCS

'03 MCS with just over 110k
Issue:
Is the A/C pulley suppose to spin freeley with no belt or is it locked up?

Diagnosing:
Started hearing noise which quickly turned into vibrating clatter noise in belt area. Pulled the tensioner off & found the small shock was dead. After replacing tried spinning the A/C compressor pulley by hand with no luck. My guess is the compressor is locked up & needs replacing. If so is there a reliable after market A/C compressor to trust?

Debate:
If I use the A/C delete what are the gains? (mileage, HP, etc.. .)

-MOTD is getting further out of my sight-
 
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