Probably saves the AC clutch bearing more than anything. No harm to the compressor, other you're not cycling the AC periodically, as per recommendation. Why don't you use AC? On Sat, Dec 13, 2008 at 2:27 PM, Robert Stewart <robertmstewart@mac.com>wrote: > Hello everyone, > > Happy holidays to all. > > I am in the process of having my 2.1 Automatic engine rebuilt by a > local rebuilder. In talking with the mechanic who removed the engine > for me he asked me if use the AC to which I replied and said "no"... > So he said I should remove the belt as it take some stress off the > engine, possibly providing a little more horsepower. > > What's the consensus on those who don't you there AC but leave the > belt on vs removing the belt? > > Is there any reason not to leave it on? > > Will you get any better performance if you remove it? > > Will it hurt the compressor if it's not connected? > > Is there any truth to it benefiting performance? > > Thanks to all your answers in advance. > > Robert > Bloomingburg NY > 240,000 Miles 88 Automatic Wolfsburg >
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