A/C Clutch

[jeffcfp1]

Greetings all. Normally on the bmw forums for my 3 80's era 6 series. Air conditioner is blowing cold, however loud as hell when off, and quiets when turned on. I surmize its the clutch and clutch only. Is the clutch accessable to remove without removing compressor? I would presume not available alone, but was thinking boneyard compresser would suffice just for the clutch. Its a metal on metal sound when not on and again, preey quiet when engaged. BTW, its a 2000 I30. Thanksjeff

[NutriaforBreakfast]

On the 95 Max Floor Shop Manual it shows the clutch beingoverhauled with the compressor off of the car. Looks like a lot of wrangling needed with special tools.

[jeffcfp1]

Thanks, likely the case as it doesn't seem to have an aftermarket separate part listing. Only clutch and compressor.

[Presscott707]

i just had and a/c clutch do the same thing i just replaced the whole thing. and i got it of of ebay. here are the guys i got it from http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...ZWD1V