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Originally Posted by mechanicalman
No need to remove the compressor or drain the Freon. Either buy the tools and replace the clutch or take the entire truck to the shop and have the clutch assembly replaced.
It's a tight squeeze against the fan shroud so you may have to remove it and maybe the trans cooler line but I'd try it first. I was able to squeeze it by on mine IF I remember it's been a long time.
Hard to tell about the Rock Auto picture as no picture or no link provided. This is what I looked up and it does include bearing.
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/more...552&cc=1410073
This is the tool kit you will need. Even with shipping it's likely cheaper than the cost of shop labor to replace that clutch.
http://www.sears.com/astro-pneumatic...&mktRedirect=y
And not 100% necessary but lots easier with real snap ring pliers.
http://local.kmart.com/Craftsman-PC-...x00002xlpla#!/
That's a very good link provided by Longhorn 70 for the procedure, and do try to get the tools on loaner first but they might want you to buy their parts. Hey, see how much they want, might be cheaper in the long run. |
Excellent info! I've got some really nice snap ring pliers...learned their value years ago. My neighbor works at Autozone and I can get their tools without buying anything else. Just used their bearing installer on my boat trailer last week.
I've NEVER done anything with air cond so this is a new world for me. I've got a good friend who does home heat/ac and he said he has gauges and pump to purge/refill mine. Guess I'll need to flush it and replace the drier/filter/orafice at the same time. Fortunately I've got a few months before I'll need chilling.
Thanks to all for all the help!