2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission ac clutch problem

[Hookemupman]

I just bought 98. 5 4x4 yesterday and the ac was broke when i bought it the front clutch needs to be replaced so i picked up a compresser tonight from auto zone and was going to just use the clutch off the new compessor. But mine has a keyway on the compresser shaft and the new one is slined. Any one run into this problem. Thanks

 

[redram]

Sounds like you have two different models of ac compressors.

You'll have to source jsut the replacement clutch... ... it also takes a special puller to remove the clutch from the compressor shaft.



It can be done, I did it on my 96 which is still on the original charge of freon after 9 1/2 years and 173K miles in Houston. Do a search on Google for parts help.

Here are two links that worked for me

http://mvpro.com/mall/ac_tools_4.asp#99-910



http://www.sanden.com/support/pdf/sd7servicemanual.pdf

 

[mechanic]

If the problem is the bearing in the pulley, the bearing is available. I have the part # in the shop, I bought two of the bearings. They are for a V/W Sanden 709 but all the 709 s I have seen use the same brg. I used one from a Ford add-on unit, which was a 709, to repair the V/W Corrado SD709. The older

V/W s used a 508 which is a different brg. If you send me a message or email (dlaphamsr@gmail.com) I will get you the part # and supplier.

 

[JamesRoberson]

Same clutch on my 96. This is where I got mine:



TechChoice Parts Dist

Greg MacIntosh, Mgr.

Toll free 877-723-0112

-- email address removed --



Some one from TDR (don't remember who) recommended them, there nice people to do business with.

 

[Hookemupman]

Thanks guys i purchased a clutch from dealer and borrowed a puller air is ice cold now