5.4 AC compressor bypass belt?

[Classic25]

Hi all,
New guy here..
The problem: Clutch (guessing) is going bad. Strong burnt clutch smell after driving for 15-20 minutes. Front of A compressor too hot to touch.

Yes- I did a search.

No, I don't want to replace the compressor if possible.

Vehicle is in Alaska and AC is never needed. Napa store can get parts, but they take forever, and re-charging might not be available.

Would like to take the simple solution first if available which would be just bypassing it with a shorter belt (if possible). This eliminates me releasing the refrigerant, and gets me going again.

I can probably take a compressor north with me, but don't know if installing it w/o refrigerant will keep it properly lubed? I know nothing about AC.

Has anyone done this?

Thanks in advance!

 

[Retiredusps]

They make a by pass puley, that by passes the compressor. I think i saw it on ebay or amazon. Most likely have to change belt also Dorman makes them go onto their site enter your info

 

[Classic25]

Perfect! Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!. $35 on Amazon.

 

[Hamfisted]

Autozone for a 6 rib idler pulley ( idler pulley p/n 231015 ) ( 6 rib shorter belt p/n 795k6 ) .

Video On Ford 5.4 AC Compressor Bypass on Youtube







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