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Rmkuper · 05-28-2021, 06:46 PM

Need to replace AC Compressor coil. I am trying to avoid removing the Compressor. Any tricks to lock the pulley? I'm out of ideas....

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InFiD3ViL · 05-28-2021, 06:54 PM

That sounds like a royal PITA to do in-car. Is it substantially cheaper than just replacing the compressor? The compressor removal is not bad at all really and would likely make this job a lot easier. But I have no idea what goes into swapping out the AC clutch itself, so I could also be talking out of me ass. I would be to worried that the clutch/coil failure left any metal in the rest of the system.

I swapped out with a brand new AC Delco compressor for like $200 and had the peace of mind knowing I had all new seals. Rented a vacuum pump from Advance auto, hooked up my HVAC manifold gauge set and charged that beotch ice cold.

Edit: Sorry, I realize my post is pretty much useless to you. I just had no idea you could service the compressor in-car or even replace the clutch/coil.

Rmkuper · 05-28-2021, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

That sounds like a royal PITA to do in-car. Is it substantially cheaper than just replacing the compressor? The compressor removal is not bad at all really and would likely make this job a lot easier. But I have no idea what goes into swapping out the AC clutch itself, so I could also be talking out of me ass. I would be to worried that the clutch/coil failure left any metal in the rest of the system.

I swapped out with a brand new AC Delco compressor for like $200 and had the peace of mind knowing I had all new seals. Rented a vacuum pump from Advance auto, hooked up my HVAC manifold gauge set and charged that beotch ice cold.

The Compressor is fine. I snapped power plug clean off the coil. Compressor is around 300 coil was $25 plus I have to flush the coolant if I remove the Compressor.

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InFiD3ViL · 05-28-2021, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Rmkuper

The Compressor is fine. I snapped power plug clean off the coil. Compressor is around 300 coil was $25 plus I have to flush the coolant if I remove the Compressor.

Ok, well that makes perfect sense now. I could swear someone posted about that exact issue a few months ago.

gtstorey · 06-01-2021, 07:57 AM

https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showp...9&postcount=16 has a quick how to.

05-28-2021, 06:46 PM	#1
Rmkuper Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Newburgh Posts: 164	Any tips on replacing ac compressor coil? Need to replace AC Compressor coil. I am trying to avoid removing the Compressor. Any tricks to lock the pulley? I'm out of ideas.... Sent from my SM-F916U using Tapatalk

05-28-2021, 06:54 PM	#2
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,570	That sounds like a royal PITA to do in-car. Is it substantially cheaper than just replacing the compressor? The compressor removal is not bad at all really and would likely make this job a lot easier. But I have no idea what goes into swapping out the AC clutch itself, so I could also be talking out of me ass. I would be to worried that the clutch/coil failure left any metal in the rest of the system. I swapped out with a brand new AC Delco compressor for like $200 and had the peace of mind knowing I had all new seals. Rented a vacuum pump from Advance auto, hooked up my HVAC manifold gauge set and charged that beotch ice cold. Edit: Sorry, I realize my post is pretty much useless to you. I just had no idea you could service the compressor in-car or even replace the clutch/coil. __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI Last edited by InFiD3ViL; 05-28-2021 at 07:20 PM.

06-01-2021, 07:57 AM	#5
gtstorey Drives: 2010 Camaro SS2,L99, LSA SC Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 2,146	https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showp...9&postcount=16 has a quick how to.