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    Default Disconnect A/C from alternator??

    Instead of buying an underdrive pulley, is it possible to disconnect the A/C from the alternator to reduce the parasitic power wastage? Would this work the same as an underdrive pulley? Reason I ask is I don't think I've used A/C once in the past year (without it being an accident if you know what I mean).

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    That is one of the worst ideas i've heard, no offence.
    Reason..... the amount it drains is minimul and not worth measuring,
    plus not using your a/c will eventually root the compressor and the gas harming your resale, always use it at least once a week even if you don't want to.
    An underdrive pulley reduces wear on those mentioned components by slowing down their rotation speed, hence helping the crank spin better.
    TELLING IT HOW IT IS SINCE 1982

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    ok cheers Gambel, just a thought that crossed my mind!!

    Cheers!

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