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Old 02-06-2010, 06:04 PM
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i have a 2004 dodge ram 3500 with the hemi and the ac clutch is making noise and i have been looking but cant find just the clutch they want to sell the whole compresser so my question is do they sell just the clutch if so where ? and what champion spark plugs to get
 

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does any body have any advice on that question ?
 
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Well, it is usually just as cheap to replace the whole thing that way the compressor is as fresh as the clutch. Would be a waste to replace the clutch then lose a bearing in the compressor shortly after.
Standard copper core plugs are required.
 
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thanks for the reply .. that does make that wood suck if i replace the clutch then the compressor goes out .... thanks again
 
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I would also have a qualified tech recharge your system after you install the compressor.
Remember: Do not turn the A/C on without getting it recharged or you can burn up the bearings.(leave the pigtail unplugged at the compressor to be "idiot" proof.
i say have a qualified tech because they have the machine that dumps the right amount of r-134a with the EXACT amount of oil needed in proportion the the coolant. Those do-it-yourself cans will get you close enough to operate, but it will not be beneficial in the long run as it would be much less reliable and could burn-up a compressor or not cool properly.
I wouldn't worry about going through replacing seals unless it's a piece that you take apart in the process. Otherwise, leave be.
 
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One would hope that the low pressure switch would keep it from coming on until charged, but yes, make sure a proper vacuum is pulled before adding oil and refrigerant before turning it on.
 



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