AC Bypass Option
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AC Bypass Option
97 F150 4.6L
Just finished bypassing AC, replaced smooth idler pulley with grooved (Gates 38052 equivalent), shortened the belt to the non-AC length of 79.7” and rerouted over idler pulley. A bit tight but all clear. Another site noted the Gates 38053, smaller diameter was used, and another used a slightly longer belt 81 1/8”. Removed AC pulley (bearings failed) and coil, will replace if it ever gets hot enough.
Just finished bypassing AC, replaced smooth idler pulley with grooved (Gates 38052 equivalent), shortened the belt to the non-AC length of 79.7” and rerouted over idler pulley. A bit tight but all clear. Another site noted the Gates 38053, smaller diameter was used, and another used a slightly longer belt 81 1/8”. Removed AC pulley (bearings failed) and coil, will replace if it ever gets hot enough.
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