> HI, > > I'm trying to put my K's engine compartment together enough to get it > running. The plan was to leave off the a/c system for the time being, with just the > compressor in place so that the alternator belts will fit. I wasn't worried > about the compressor not having any oil in it, because the clutch will prevent > the compressor from turning. Then the thought occured to me that maybe the > clutch itself might need the oil. Is that true? Do I need to put the whole > system on the car and seal it up, just to run the car? > > Thanks, > > George Clineman Just make sure that the compressor clutch itself is fully disengaged and not dragging. Also, leave clutch coil disconnected. If there is contamination on the clutch surfaces the clutch can drag enough to cause the compressor to turn in the situation where the system is low on refrigerant. Warped clutch plates can cause the compressor to turn also but some turning should do no damage to the compressor but a dragging clutch will eventually make noise and probably do damage to the clutch plate surfaces. The bearing in the compressor clutch can be serviced (replaced) and is life-time sealed and is not lubricated with compressor oil. It is a good husky bearing and is at least a very good belt idler pulley bearing (with or without the A/C system being charged and working). Warren Anderson Sedona,AZ ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor ---------------------~--> Yahoo! Autos. Everything you need to know about buying or selling a car. FREE Quotes, 360° Tours, Research, Blue Book, Compare Vehicles, Buy Used http://us.click.yahoo.com/kEZsdA/bwnGAA/YiGOAA/8LmulB/TM ---------------------------------------------------------------------~-> To send a message to this group, send an email to: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx For list server instructions, go to http://www.chrysler300club.com/yahoolist/inst.htm Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Chrysler300/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: Chrysler300-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/