ac swaping v to surp. pulley

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Aug 14, 2001 | 12:06 AM

jaymz

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ac swaping v to surp. pulley

I have a 86 IROC that I want to install a surpentine belt system on. I have a good vbelt compressor on the car and a bad compressor with a surpentine clutch how can I swap these. Thanks

Aug 14, 2001 | 01:54 AM

Russ-So Cal

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You need to get a special snap ring plier designed for G.M. compressors. There is also a special puller to remove the clutch with. I don't think they are very expensive, but I bought mine in 1976, so I haven't priced them lately.

Aug 14, 2001 | 07:29 AM

John Millican

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Car: 1997 Jeep Wrangler

Engine: 4.0L

Transmission: 5 speed

Axle/Gears: 8.8 rear, 4.56 gears, 4:1 transfer

I too thought it was that simple. Had a V-belt and serpentine compressor. Too easy I thought. Well, turnes out the compressors are differant under the clutch. The front housing cover on the compressor needs to be swapped also, you'll see this after the clutck is removed. Be careful and work slow, you don't want to ruin a good comprssor.

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