Questions about AC compressor removal

[Jack72]

So I developed the screeching squirrels at my serpentine belt and have determined it’s my AC compressor. I never use my AC and have decided to go with an AC delete device.

My question is related to removing the compressor and the Freon lines. I’ve searched the forum, inter webs and YouTube with no luck.

Are there any special concerns or methods for removing and then leaving the Freon lines? I’ve heard you have to use a special machine to drain the Freon. I’ve heard you have to plug the lines. I can’t find any accurate answers so any advice is welcome!

Thanks in advance!


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[Jack72]

Oh and so sorry, I’m really bad about not posting pics so...here’s the most recent pic of my girl. [emoji51]

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[Steve Rodgers]

The refrigerant must be pumped out by someone with the a/c equipment required for this task. It’s not supposed to be vented to the atmosphere. There are actually laws about this and it’s very bad for the environment.

 

[1515art]

You might not have much refrigerant in the system depending on how long since last used if the seals have dried out, was it cold last time it worked?

 

[Jack72]

You might not have much refrigerant in the system depending on how long since last used if the seals have dried out, was it cold last time it worked?

Sorry for the delay but app I use for the forum must be squirrelly. I responded to you last night.

It doesn’t blow cold. Now that I’ve had time to research it more I may just go with a shorter belt to just bypass the compressor.


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[Vulture]

You're looking at sort of the golden moment to convert A/C to on-board air if you want it.

 

[FishinSam]

You're looking at sort of the golden moment to convert A/C to on-board air if you want it.

I know this is an old post but... Any threads regarding this? I've had no luck with the search.
I'm dumping the crappy, troublesome a/c compressor - sick of fixing things I never use. Unloading weigh, at least. Onboard air compressor or another alternator would be nice. Do they come ready to mount in the ac compressor spot?

 

[Blondie70]

I believe you use the existing compressor for air instead of Freon. Would need a tank ? maybe....don't know.

 

[Nimbley]

A/C compressors can make good air compressors but you have to remember two things. The air will always have a bit of oil in it and you will have to periodically add oil to the compressor. It’s a cool idea but I’d go with something like an ARB pump for onboard air.

 

[tworley]

I have a sanden converted to OBA. Clean out the refrigerant, add an oiler and filter with a hand throttle.

 

[FishinSam]

I think I'll just take it out. Sounds like time and dollars for something I don't need... yet.
Thanks for the comments.

 

[tworley]

If your plans someday include OBA, I would go ahead and pull the unit and clean it out/prep for when the time comes. Run a shorter belt now that you have one less accessory. As far as freon, I would think you could go to any AC shop and they would remove it for you. There will be a little residual lubrication in the pump, but nothing a rag cant soak up.

 

[FishinSam]

I was going to run a shorter belt but was told I have to relocate the altenator to do so. Best option is a pulley kit for the ac compressor. Gain some HP back without the ac.
I wonder if another alternator for more powered equipment (OBA, etc) would fit the mounts...?

 

[dbbd1]

Tworley-
What did you use for an oil coalescing filter?
Thanks.

 

[dbbd1]

I think I'll just take it out. Sounds like time and dollars for something I don't need... yet.
Thanks for the comments.

So far, the numbers look like around $250-ish to convert it to a decently filtered air compressor. Filtered intake air can be used for the inlet, but the trick is getting the outlet filtered good enough.

 

[tworley]

Tworley-
What did you use for an oil coalescing filter?
Thanks.

I'm using this one. The bottom half unlatches and you can empty it that way or use the push drain. It's also high temp rated