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Car Forum / Nissan / Nissan Cars / September 2007Air Compressor / Belt issues on a 1986 Stanza Wagon...
Hi, I've replaced the belt a few times and I've tightened it again and again. What seems to happen is that it will work for a little bit (when i turn the AC on), and then with 1-2 months it will begin squal and squeek. Could it be that the compressor is just so darn old that it is much harder to turn than the belt should be expected to handle? If so, is there any way to lube the compressor somehow so it is easier? If not, any other ideas? I told myself I could live without AC, but it can really get hot sometimes... Thanks, Alan Are all the pulleys still properly aligned? If anything, the compressor must be easier to turn unless it is making a grinding noise indicating defective bearings When you replace the belt, what kind of deflection do you leave on the new belt, e.i. how much do you tension it? What brand of belt are u using? Is it a v belt or a multi-grove one? Is there any oil falling on the belt? Good luck! > Hi, > [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > > Alan Hi, > If anything, the compressor must be easier to turn unless it is making a > grinding noise indicating defective bearings I don't hear any grinding. A mechanic once told me that things weren't aligned well and said he straightened them. Maybe they won't stay straight...I'll have to look for that. > When you replace the belt, what kind of deflection do you leave on the new > belt, e.i. how much do you tension it? What brand of belt are u using? > Is it a v belt or a multi-grove one? What type of belt should I be using? I just get the one the parts store says is the right one. I don't recall if it is a v shaped one or not... > Is there any oil falling on the belt? No. Thanks for the help! Alan > Hi, > [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > > Alan I've never experienced this myself but I understand that the pulleys can get out of alignment and cause this problem. A new belt will mask the problem for a while. Good luck. Al |
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