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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by F&M racing, Nov 21, 2007.

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  1. F&M racing

    F&M racing Formula Junior

    Feb 26, 2006
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    JimF
    #1 F&M racing, Nov 21, 2007
    Is there any one running their 308 with the A/C system removed? Has any one come up with a better solution for the A/C bracket removal, like a modified bracket? I'm really not a big A/C fan I hardly use it in any of my cars, I like to run around with the windows down. I'm doing a valve adjustment and a belt change and the thought ran across my mine to leave it off since I've read here that the A/C systems in these cars are not great. If I ever sell the car I'd put it back on. Michigan weather isn't that bad in the summer.
     
  2. yelcab

    yelcab F1 World Champ
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    #2 yelcab, Nov 22, 2007
    I removed my AC, but I don't recall having a huge issue with the bracket removal. What is the specific bracket you are talking about? A picture?
     
  3. F&M racing

    F&M racing Formula Junior

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    #3 F&M racing, Nov 22, 2007
    I had to remove the studs from A/C compressor to get the lower bracket out to remove the compressor. It would be nice to figure out a way to modify the lower bracket so you don't have to remove the studs. How is your car in the summer without A/C? Live-able?
    Jim
     
  4. Steve King

    Steve King F1 Rookie

    Feb 15, 2001
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    #4 Steve King, Nov 22, 2007
    When I replaced my compressor while doing a belt change I changed all of the studs to bolts (compressor , bracket and belt covers). Just got the right lengths and it worked out fine. No more double nutting and easy to get at. I kept my AC because for the little time I need it I use it.
     
  5. F&M racing

    F&M racing Formula Junior

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    #5 F&M racing, Nov 22, 2007
    That's a good idea, I'll look into doing mine. Thanks, Jim
     
  6. yelcab

    yelcab F1 World Champ
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    #6 yelcab, Nov 22, 2007
    that is the trick. Same with timing covers.
     
  7. Verell

    Verell F1 Veteran
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    #7 Verell, Nov 26, 2007
    If you're replacing studs with bolts, remember that Ferrari always helicoiled bolt holes in Al. Otherwise vibration, & corrosion can cause the Al threads to come out on the bolt when it's removed. At minimum, use anti-sieze on the bolt's threads, keep the torque as low as possible, & look for the AL threads becoming loose. When/If the Al threads start to loosen up, it's time to put in a timesert or helicoil.
     

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