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AC compressor running as idler

In the process of stripping the AC pluming and cooler out of the engine bay it's never worked and the gas had escaped many years ago.going to fit an electric fan in its place and get rid of the viscous. can I use the compressor long term as an idler do I need to block the inlet and outlets on it?.

AC compressor running as idler

Reply #1
I'd probably plug up the ports, BUT unless you plan on maybe using the compressor again sometime in future really isn't necessary... The idler bearing in A/C clutch assembly allows the pulley to spin freely...

 

AC compressor running as idler

Reply #2
A/c would need total replacement as full of corrosion not worth the expense.going to plug up compressor don't know if it's any good but it will stop  getting in there.