FREE FIX - How to Diagnose and Adjust an A/C Compressor Clutch in Car Truck - Blows Cold Then Warm

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Dan's Vlog

Dan's Vlog

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@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
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@tonyabailey1028
@tonyabailey1028 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much I hope I can find someone to do mine as I dont trust myself to do it I know if I take it to ford they not gonna do this you do a great job of explaining so regular people can understand
@davemi00
@davemi00 4 жыл бұрын
Dan's Vlog At 13:00 you do repeat yourself Dan But that’s fine, I appreciate your Insight and Information.
@jafinch78
@jafinch78 4 жыл бұрын
How long has this worked for your? Thanks for sharing.
@joego7924
@joego7924 4 жыл бұрын
Transmission repair, 2400 $ at least!
@visochettraphen4578
@visochettraphen4578 3 жыл бұрын
@@jafinch78 ិរតុុុុុុុុុុុុកកកកក
@darnellmccready5246
@darnellmccready5246 4 жыл бұрын
Great job explaining the this video,no music,no annoying self promo, straight to the business of the problem.👍🏾👍🏾...
@RANDALLOLOGY
@RANDALLOLOGY 6 жыл бұрын
I am a professional AC guy. I am impressed on your video. You explained it extremely well for the novice to understand clearly how to diagnose troubleshoot and fix that exact problem. Good job.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@vitabracey
@vitabracey 6 жыл бұрын
RANDALLOLOGY How long can you drive your car with a Bad a/c compressor
@elangiang5945
@elangiang5945 5 жыл бұрын
@@vitabracey As long as you can stand the heat.
@elangiang5945
@elangiang5945 5 жыл бұрын
I have 2008 mercury sable, the ac is fine when idling or driving slow, when get to about 65mph or over 1500rpm, it just blow hot air. I used a gauge and add some freon, about 12oz, still does the same thing, what could be wrong? TIA
@teeeisner3918
@teeeisner3918 5 жыл бұрын
Need little help I changed my door ACTUATOR. My defrost works and heater works fine. Changed my 10 amp fuse and relay switch
@Pearllymaefox
@Pearllymaefox 5 жыл бұрын
I love how detailed you are... I don’t care how long it takes, this is informative
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@markwithers2560
@markwithers2560 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan! I just performed this repair and it fixed my ac! Air gap was too big. Removed the one and only spacer. Cleaned the clutch plate. Reassembled. Bingo! Fixed!! Saved me hundreds!$$$$ Much appreciated!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
That’s great news Mark, thank you very much
@worshipwhilewewait
@worshipwhilewewait 3 жыл бұрын
@@DansVlog SAME HERE!!! Never knew about the spacer inside. Took it out and it was too close BUT I had one that was half the thickness - AND NOW IT'S THE ARTIC AGAIN! TY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@joshbarltrop2048
@joshbarltrop2048 6 жыл бұрын
This worked for my wife's 2010 Mazda 5. I had the car at a shop this week and they said the coil was dead, non serviceable, therfore i needed a whole new compressor. $1500. I pulled the clutch off the compressor, cleaned up the pulley and clutch faces AND removed the one and only shim...BOOM! You are a legend!!!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Yayyyy !!!!
@rockybulhassankhan4541
@rockybulhassankhan4541 5 жыл бұрын
In Bangladesh com pressure is 100usd
@XxIceQxX
@XxIceQxX 5 жыл бұрын
Did you need to take the refrigerant out first to change the clutch and pulley or can you change the it without taking the refrigerant out ?
@XxIceQxX
@XxIceQxX 5 жыл бұрын
@@cashen7384 thank you.
@oscarangeles7821
@oscarangeles7821 4 жыл бұрын
@@XxIceQxX whats the answer?
@673Piper
@673Piper 4 жыл бұрын
I'm very mechanically inclined, do a lot of my own repairs. I know NOTHING about AC units. BUDDY, got out my feeler gauges....gap way too big. Pulled the shim out and she works perfectly. THANK YOU SO MUCH !!! We just finished the hottest May on record here in Ontario Canada. Glad I had ice cold AC. I have a 2011 Ford Ranger. Exact same engine set up. Love fixing my own stuff.
@harleyjackson5513
@harleyjackson5513 4 жыл бұрын
Love Ford Ranger!
@nickbeam5432
@nickbeam5432 6 жыл бұрын
Dan i want to thank you for taking your time at showing this. It was very clear and better explained then any book or professional mechanic could or wood explain it.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@thomasv458
@thomasv458 3 жыл бұрын
Great job! Now you're a pro at a/c compressors ( just about) Thanks and Bravo!
@TheMick26
@TheMick26 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Dan.🖐 My wife's 2015 Subaru Forester had an intermittent non-working A/C and she found your video and forwarded it to me about two months ago. Long story short, your video is just perfect!👌 I fixed her A/C by removing 2 shims (.006" and .012" thick) and leaving the .040" one. Huge thanks to you for taking the time to make this video! 10 minutes of work saved us $960 as quoted from the Subaru dealership. You made me look like a hero.😉 New subscriber here, man... you earned it. Have a great weekend, brother!🙌
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 5 жыл бұрын
TheMick26 I am thrilled everything worked out for you…
@davidpatterson5543
@davidpatterson5543 6 жыл бұрын
Great Job Dan .. I have 3 daughters that I’ve been teaching on how to take care of basic Maintenance on their own cars . You explained that so good , that they would be able to watch this video and fix their own clutch plates if they needed ! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this Video so that just about anybody could do It theirselves ! Again , Great Job Brother !
@davidrawlinson1301
@davidrawlinson1301 5 жыл бұрын
You are the man! Most videos are posted without thinking most people are not mechanical. Luckily I am, but no Mr. Goodwrench! If some folks don't like that you take longer to explain your actions, then let them keep having problems. People are in too much of a hurry....stop & learn something folks! This man could save you a lot of money!!! My 06 F-150 was having similar issues. Your info was the cure to a very annoying problem. It gets very hot in South Texas!!! Maybe if I were in my 20's again I could handle not having working air in my truck. But I'm not, & I refuse to sweat while driving anymore. So my appreciation & respect shall be yours. You taught me something, & knowledge is power. Keep up the great teaching techniques. I don't care if your video took all day, in the end learning something that could keep me from being ripped off is priceless! Today was in the 90's here on Galveston Island. But the inside of my truck was super cool!!! Wish there were more honest people like you in this world.
@makeminefreedom
@makeminefreedom 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. A local mechanic said the same thing but he didn't explain how to do it. On older vehicles the clutch magnet gets weaker and adjusting the air gap will make the compressor clutch engage again. It is definitely cheaper than buying a new compressor.
@Park2King
@Park2King 4 жыл бұрын
I fully concur with the comments below; your 'long form' explanation was exactly what I need to take a closer look at the A/C system myself before I spend more money pumping new refrigerant into the system (though it may need some of that, too). Last time I took the car into a mechanic for the A/C they did a leak test, put some new refrigerant into the system, and that was as much as I wanted to spend because I could see where they were going with this. The clutch plate check is something that's simple to do and easy enough to at least clean the plates and remove a spacer to check the gap. I have a 20-year old Subaru Legacy station wagon which for the most part is still running nice and smooth and my current mechanic doesn't try and put any parts into it it doesn't need but he's not an A/C guy so it's best to be prepared before I ask for a recommendation to a shop other than his.
@randyherringshaw6325
@randyherringshaw6325 4 жыл бұрын
It's pretty cool to see someone actually breaking down the information so that it's easier to "digest". As a former mechanic for Monro I can attest to the fact that AC jobs were quite costly, even the quick jobs they would charge around $400 or more. Only once working there did I see anyone pay less and that was $250 just to change an AC compressor. The one manager there made us set parts in the back room on an old oil drum to make it seem like someone was actually doing something to the part/parts we pulled off of their vehicle. Obviously I didn't last there.... you can't survive at that place for long and be an honest person too, guess that's why I only held that job for about 8 and a half months before management canned me. LMAO
@richardhite530
@richardhite530 5 жыл бұрын
I've been hunting for this problem for months ! My local mechanics don't fix anything, they just replace things until they stumble onto the problem. You are the man !
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 5 жыл бұрын
Sweet!
@justjoshin4135
@justjoshin4135 5 жыл бұрын
Dude, out of all the KZbin vids I've watched on this year long pursuit to fix my AC... Your video is the one that fixed my compresser
@ladylali82
@ladylali82 4 жыл бұрын
Holy shit, dude! My husband's car started with heat problems this passed Winter. Now it's with A/C this Summer. I have spent about 10-12 hours looking over all i could, changing all relays and fuses, in cabin filter, evaporator drain, heat resistor(winter), checking for leaks, etc..... EVERYTHING that wasn't replacing high-priced parts because when it works, it works great. Only about $100 in, but no improvement. Just watched your video and being that his car is a 2003, heat and ac only work at fast RPMs(sometimes), or for a second or 2 with a large bump, or on a turn, I suspect this is EXACTLY what's wrong. The magnet can't get and keep a good hold because it's too far away. So simple and makes SO MUCH sense. Worse case scenario, I replace the clutch plate. I can't wait to check it when he gets home. I'll definitely update tonight or tomorrow.
@joniclifford6189
@joniclifford6189 Жыл бұрын
SOOOOO? Did work?
@thumper216
@thumper216 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I just got done adjusting the clutch plate on my 2001 Ford Sport Trac. A/C is fixed! Thanks a lot, with the exception of spending $6 on the feeler gauge, it cost ZERO!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Nice! Name your first born Dan!!!
@toortoor783
@toortoor783 4 жыл бұрын
The way you tried to tell each and every step was so detailed that any one can learn what you tried to describe . Wonderful sir
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@joker2712005
@joker2712005 4 жыл бұрын
Too much detail and even more so too much repeating urself. Otherwise great video.
@rubensandoval3486
@rubensandoval3486 5 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say thank you. My problem was actually the pressure swich but with this video I was able to figure that.
@bhaddock27
@bhaddock27 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I have 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. AC would run a little while, and the cold air would quit. I had some long drives in the heat and it wasn't fun. I lost my job so I am tryng to save money. With this, I fixed it for no cost. Next time I will change clutch. You made my day.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
Susan Haddock very happy to help
@jamesjones677
@jamesjones677 6 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, I've been looking for all possible problems with the AC not working in my girlfriend's Dodge Dakota. I'm a DIY guy and when doing a visual inspection with the AC running I noticed the clutch wasn't moving. I was taking today to check online for possible fixes and yours is one of 2 that made sense so far. I'm hoping to be able to give this a try and I sincerely hope this will do the trick - with some more research of course (like you suggested). Thanks for taking time with this video.
@joniclifford6189
@joniclifford6189 Жыл бұрын
Did it work?
@trindadegilbert
@trindadegilbert 2 ай бұрын
Dan, this is one of the best explanations to repair the car ac I ever seen. Thank you for taking the time to share it. I have a Nissan Titan that started having some AC issues and I will follow these steps. Thanks again.
@amosanders3436
@amosanders3436 4 жыл бұрын
My 98 jeep cherokee has no ac. The mechanic said I need a new compressor $300 something, but, before I have it replaced I will try this fix or perhaps the hi/lo pressure switch. Great video.
@Integrity.is.everything
@Integrity.is.everything 4 жыл бұрын
Did it work?
@brnchk44
@brnchk44 6 жыл бұрын
OMG!! Thank you for this explanation! I'm not mechanically inclined, so this "long" version is exactly what I needed to hear. It explained so much and was so helpful!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome
@brianloftin9196
@brianloftin9196 4 жыл бұрын
Josh, that’s true IF and WHEN the compressor engages. In this case the compressor stopped engaging, so it doesn’t matter how much air is flowing across the condenser, there’s no refrigerant moving.
@sterlingphoenix6353
@sterlingphoenix6353 5 жыл бұрын
As a person who also explains deeply, thanks very much Dan.. I just watched your video bc I'm about to school for Heating&Air.. thanks for the knowledge my friend.. Great job 💯❤
@Liledgy100
@Liledgy100 4 жыл бұрын
I had the same problem on my 2004 hd2500 Silverado. I removed the outer clutch plate and removed the washer that provided the gap. I replaced it with a smaller washer. I probably saved $1000.00 dollars. Great video
@Liledgy100
@Liledgy100 4 жыл бұрын
Haiti News Info Haiti News Info, no, I just removed the 5/16” or 3/8” center bolt and the front half of the clutch came off (after removing the plastic surrounding the radiator). Inside of the clutch housing I removed was a washer (spacer) I went to ace hardware and found a few thinner (but larger diameter) washers, took them home and drilled out the diameter a scotch, and made sure the diameter was the same or smaller than the original. It was also thinner, meaning the outer clutch would be slightly closer to the inner clutch allowing the magnet to pull it in when the vehicle called for AC.
@Tom-wq2mz
@Tom-wq2mz 6 жыл бұрын
Very well explained. I've been working on my A-6 compressor on my 1975 Pontiac Catalina. I removed the VIR and replaced with a Accumulator Low pressure switch and Orifice tube Cycling system. The A-6 Compressor is stock and Im 100% certain it has shims. For a car 43 year's old look's like Im replacing the Clutch. Great video
@damonsta38997
@damonsta38997 4 жыл бұрын
I just bought and rented 700 of parts and equipment today to save me the $1600 bill at the mechanic. I returned everything after this worked for me and it cost me $20s for just a new belt
@williamblack7268
@williamblack7268 6 жыл бұрын
As a retired mechanic and DIY colossal very descriptive video--best I'v seen ever! Love the details leaving no questions needed!
@jimmyraythomason1
@jimmyraythomason1 5 жыл бұрын
A tip for holding the clutch plate while you loosen the hub bolt, you can turn on your ignition switch with a/c on , the clutch will hold the hub tightly while you remove the bolt. Most vehicles do not use shims to set the air gap, mostly Fords use shims. Others have to be pressed apart and back together. On those vehicles, you set the air gap by simply pressing the hub on and stop at .006" gap. You can often repair the air gap on a worn clutch by simply tightening the hub bolt until the proper air gap is reached. The industry standard air gap is .006". Great video for the beginner.
@ayokunleonisemo9952
@ayokunleonisemo9952 5 жыл бұрын
Many thanks, an AC tech just casually checked my compressor and straightaway concluded I replace the compresor! I smelled a rat and decided to google it. Thanks sire
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 5 жыл бұрын
I’m happy to of helped
@Anonymous-it5jw
@Anonymous-it5jw 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very practical tip. If you need a clutch kit, with the new parts you mentioned, they are less than $100, and you can usually do the job without removing the A/C hoses, i.e. while it is still in the vehicle, which means no vacuuming of the system or expensive recharging by a mechanic. You can buy a can of R134a refrigerant, with a meter gauge, for anywhere from $30 to $50, at a big box store, your local auto parts dealer or an online source. You can often borrow any necessary specialty tools from nationwide chain parts stores if you put down a refundable deposit, or you can buy inexpensive kits from online sources.
@kevinwatson3074
@kevinwatson3074 4 жыл бұрын
Dan i won't to officially thank 🙏 you i have a 1998 ford explorer and i replaced the ac relay fuse freon when i seen the air cap on the compressor i thanked before doing the job i had only one shim in the plate i removed it now its ice 🧊 cold continuously Thanks Dan
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Buy one of my shirts!
@michael47lamb
@michael47lamb 4 жыл бұрын
Great video. What I do is this: Many older cars with lots of miles on them have a similar problem. A PERMANENT fix is to take off the clutch plate and remove one of the little washers that creates the air gap. Either find a thinner washer or grind/file off some of the thickness. The air gap should never be more than 0.010". or half a mm. Use a feeler gauge. The clutch has just one bolt or nut right in the center for removal. DO NOT loose the washer when you lift off the clutch plate! It will fall on the ground and roll off if you are not careful. Use large channel lock pliers or oil filter wrench to hold the plate from spinning while you loosen the center bolt. It is not very tight, so DO NOT break it off when you assemble things again! I am not sure of the torque, maybe 10ft/lbs. NOT VERY TIGHT! Do not use an impact gun on it either. Also while you have the clutch plate removed, sand off the rust between the plate and magnet. Old cars always have lots of rust in there and this will cause the clutch to slip (and make a lot of noise). A wire wheel does a fine job of cleaning up these surfaces. DO NOT paint these surfaces. Just leave them bare metal.
@luisduque4506
@luisduque4506 Жыл бұрын
Yea ,that’s what he said in the video
@mikemcguire6043
@mikemcguire6043 5 жыл бұрын
I wish I had seen this video before I started work on my 2001 F250 HD 7.3l I would have saved me a lot of time and some money. Great video.
@zebbediah2719
@zebbediah2719 6 жыл бұрын
You freakin rock Bro.....don't ever quit...!
@RajSingh-ft2bq
@RajSingh-ft2bq 5 жыл бұрын
Dan great video tanks man
@normanbell236
@normanbell236 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan great explanation
@rolandonoguera7954
@rolandonoguera7954 6 жыл бұрын
Your very good in telling what’s wrong.I have exactly what you’re saying wrong with my car. Right now I’m going to try this on my NISSAN pathfinder.Thank you
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@Prpunisha77
@Prpunisha77 4 жыл бұрын
Great job I wish more people would explain things like you do! I knew this already but you just helped alot of people.
@mooglemy3813
@mooglemy3813 6 жыл бұрын
Wasn't looking for this but decided to watch it anyway. Been wrenching for years but always can learn something new. Your explanation is way basic but is spot on. BTW A.C. clutch becomes an electromagnet once it's energized. Your feeler gauge method is called a go no go. Method, that's the best way to check clearances such as this or when doing a valve adjustment on say a Honda whatever. The compressor on your truck is perfectly accessible for a fix and for your vid. Your narration and explanation is perfect and interesting as well. You had my attention the entire time. Thanks.!!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much
@thewolf8848
@thewolf8848 2 жыл бұрын
your video is good thats what happening with my compressor the plate is way out there,and your video is the only one talking about that,good job dan.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 2 жыл бұрын
Hell ya!!
@blt44nfl
@blt44nfl 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the break down... Not being a specialist some of the terms are to relate to. This made this easier to understand and was able to fix my issue...cheers
@kjce4ramos
@kjce4ramos Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, i will check mine cause im having the same problem and now watching your video i see that my ac clutch has a big gap. Thank for this real good explanation for not being a tech, cause it sounds like you’ve been working on cars for years
@kevinlbeck
@kevinlbeck 4 жыл бұрын
Very informative. This was not the problem on mine, but this is a very simple fix for a lot of people. Thank you for posting this.
@adamadelman9544
@adamadelman9544 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this it got rid of the headache I was getting trying to figure out what's next.
@bestmom4hb
@bestmom4hb 5 жыл бұрын
Hi! I am a you tube fan when things go wrong. I watched this video and you reminded so much of my husband. I had him come and watch it. He was so very grateful for this video and asked me to comment. Thank you for the very detailed explanation and description of the ac operation. We have been having ac problems in our Toyota Corolla and with this video we feel confident that we can fix our problem. We cannot afford to take it to a shop for repairs. Thank you again for taking the time to make this awesome video.
@conradt3618
@conradt3618 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for educating me. My 2001 Dodge Ram A/C compressor wouldn't engage or would just intermittently. After watching your video, I took my belt off, disassembled the clutch, cleaned everything with brake cleaner, cleaned corrosion and dirt off everything with 220 grit sandpaper, reassembled it and...... voila...... running again flawlessly in 85 degree weather. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and discoveries with us all!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 5 жыл бұрын
That’s so great!!
@rrxs4able
@rrxs4able 5 жыл бұрын
Dan You got a very good heart Thank you for all the troubles you took to make the video. Wish you Nothing but the very best for you and your boys.
@8thfloorentertainment409
@8thfloorentertainment409 6 жыл бұрын
I'm going to check this tomorrow on my 2005 F150. I've gone through the same thing when driving. thank you for the detailed explanation!
@rl4889
@rl4889 2 жыл бұрын
This video is AMAZING ! I have never watched a better video regarding ac compressor. You are correct when you remarked about the video not necessarily being vehicle specific. 🙏
@404TRUCKERTV
@404TRUCKERTV 4 жыл бұрын
finally someone makes a real video on this subject!
@eduardotan5564
@eduardotan5564 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your sharing about the a/c issues, Dan. Now we are living under the mechanics tricks, where they charge you to fix but at the same time they handle to initiate another problem!
@plattapuss5844
@plattapuss5844 3 жыл бұрын
Ey
@longle6167
@longle6167 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the very best video instruction with step by step. My 1998 Honda Accord AC is working icy ❄️ cold again and I spent $0.00 to fix it myself. I love 💕 the pliers trick you showed to remove the bolt on the clutch. Keep up the good work.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Happy to help
@TheTylerjoy04
@TheTylerjoy04 5 жыл бұрын
Me, Too.. I Learn From You Tube.. Its Like Going To School Almost..Lol!👍😁👍🤙🏼
@crookedriverranchman
@crookedriverranchman 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I have a feeling that’s what’s going on with my wife’s Subaru. Thanks
@ramonfernandez1089
@ramonfernandez1089 2 жыл бұрын
i did your steps and it worked nice explanation thanks so much👍👍👍
@coache1nine
@coache1nine 4 жыл бұрын
The ac on my 97 F150 would not engage at all after it worked the previous summer. After some diagnosis, I found the face on my field was very rusty, typical in the Midwest, especially after a bad winter. I replaced the field and coil and replaced the pigtail, it looked suspect. After a recharge, I froze my ass off. I could not turn my ac on past 2nd setting and my truck was a Supercab. If you live in an area that gets snow and they salt the roads, check the clutch engagement before replacing the compressor.
@Johnny53kgb-nsa
@Johnny53kgb-nsa 5 жыл бұрын
A few years ny ac on 2006 Ford five hundred wasn't cooling good, the ac shop quoted me $1500 to replace compressor. I researched it, ordered a scroll valve, had a mechanic draw down the system, install scroll valve and recharge, total cost inc part about $90. Thanks for the info on the clutch plate, I check that next time my ac isn't working great. Good video.
@gilberthoward1794
@gilberthoward1794 3 жыл бұрын
This was very helpful to this old school shade tree mechanic
@carolynhancock6274
@carolynhancock6274 4 жыл бұрын
OMG!!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your video!! I am super smart and love to turn wrenches. All the mechanical issues on my vehicles I have had, I've fixed myself watching KZbin videos. Hands down yours was in plain English!! I'm screaming at the phone answering the questions you were inferring to us. Your an excellent teacher. Keep it up!!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Carolyn
@denniscarter6364
@denniscarter6364 6 жыл бұрын
I haven't checked yet to see if this is my problem but what a great video. AC has SOOOO many things that can go wrong it makes me just want to take it to the shop, but this video was awesome. Explained for an idiot like me to be able to understand how to check and fix.
@yolandasirri2012
@yolandasirri2012 5 жыл бұрын
Nice video thanks . You gave me another option to try. I love how clear you made everything so don't pay attention to the complainers. Take care😉
@charlieharley2337
@charlieharley2337 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ive been having exact problem and have looked and looked could not find answer til your video... i know very little about ACs but the way you took your time to explain made it simple for me.. problem fixed thank you so much !!
@michealgrau8385
@michealgrau8385 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dan for your amateur advice! I will give it a try and let you know
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!
@242-f5u
@242-f5u Жыл бұрын
This is a TREMENDOUS video. Thought you think you may be "overexplaining," it is just the way it should be. It's straight to the point and very informative. I've been dealing with an AC problem for a couple of years and am going to check some things out based on this video.
@PlankwalkinOG
@PlankwalkinOG 3 жыл бұрын
Mann im the same exact way, im not technician graduate or ac graduate. I sit there and study study study until i fully understand anything that i work on. Ive proven to myself that i can do alot if i actually put my mind to it, i mean look at me now im a mechanic repairing many cars and not just a parts replacer. Already working on my own shop, only thing is, tools aint cheap lol. Anyways very detailed vlog, keep it up my guy!!
@keithcline6954
@keithcline6954 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have worked on a lot of cars and many A/C units and never even thought about this air gap. This has been very educational for me. Thank You!
@douggreatness6918
@douggreatness6918 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your thorough explanation! I'm not a mechanic and appreciated your thoroughness. I had the same problems you had. Took it to a mechanic who said he used his "AC Testing Machine" and "re calibrated" my Freon levels and checked for leaks, but after a few days the same problems came back. The mechanic wanted to replace the compressor. Instead, I followed what you said and discovered two spacers missing and the clutch plate bolt super loose. Also, a bunch of grime. Hit it it with brake clean and tightened everything back up and "boom" everything's working great. Thanks for saving me a bunch of money!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@rockchurchonline8391
@rockchurchonline8391 6 жыл бұрын
excellent video...clearly explained like for a three-year-old which is exactly what I need...
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Lol awesome!
@WhiteBuffalo59
@WhiteBuffalo59 5 жыл бұрын
Great video, my 2006 F-150 AC would work for maybe 10 min. then quit. Pulled the clutch plate off and cleaned the surfaces and removed the shim, boom, it stays on. Thanks.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 5 жыл бұрын
Yayyyyy!!!
@dannichols2551
@dannichols2551 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! My 05 F150 would start cold, then blow hot air. Did what you showed, but couldn't get around shroud on top. Had to do from under the truck and no room for channel locks, so used a small C-clamp from the bottom. Had 1 shim inside and I took it out and cleaned up some rust on the plate. Works great! Would not have had a clue if I hadn't watched your video. Thanks again, it took an hour and cost me nothing!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
Great job Dan!
@dontroxler4371
@dontroxler4371 4 жыл бұрын
Dan, I have been an AC tech. Great job of explaining the clutch function .
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I learned all that by doing the work myself well making this video.
@eltiarribero
@eltiarribero 5 жыл бұрын
Because my car lost the shield underneath, the clutch area was full of crap. I would have never thought of this. I've seen hundreds videos about AC, yours is the shit. 👍
@wigglemonkey958
@wigglemonkey958 3 жыл бұрын
Did you notice your truck idling erratically before you fixed the air gap? Mine cycles on and off and after a bit of driving it will die. The clutch plate never stays connected for more than a couple seconds and then it stops and cycles all over again. I’m going to go do everything you just did and I think I’ll be fixed. It makes the most sense. You’re the man!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 3 жыл бұрын
The clutch will engage and disengage like you are saying if the freon level is low as well. Make sure you top off the freon first before you waste your time
@wigglemonkey958
@wigglemonkey958 3 жыл бұрын
@@DansVlog Ok. I’m not used to working on vehicles that gave a/c , what is the best way to go about checking that box? Is there a way to check the level of Freon so I know how much to add ? I know you can buy it at the store but I also know you can over charge the a/c which isn’t good ? A point in the right direction and any advice Is much appreciated
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 3 жыл бұрын
Watch some KZbin videos on how to charge a car AC system. I don’t have any of those videos to show you but there are a ton of them on KZbin
@wigglemonkey958
@wigglemonkey958 3 жыл бұрын
@@DansVlog Right on
@lurodz65
@lurodz65 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Dan. Very well explained, simple and to the point. I'm having a similar problem on my 2005 Kia Sorento. I will give it a shot.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 5 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@dougmerritt79
@dougmerritt79 6 жыл бұрын
Great video. Fixed my truck in 15 minutes. Thank you so much!!!!
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@AAAA-mk6lj
@AAAA-mk6lj 4 жыл бұрын
Thank for your time and explication
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
Any time
@t0mcook784
@t0mcook784 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you your video was very helpful I wish we were Neighbors I work on my own car all the time too I have three cars and it seems like everytime I turn around one of them's got a problem and mechanics are so darn expensive great video thanks again
@willjuniel4888
@willjuniel4888 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dan, young man. Nay-sayers are clutching dirty diapers brother. About to do advice here 2morrow. Thanks so much for reviving/using 'COMMON SENSE'. Much love to you & yours..... Peace.
@raneegierer4549
@raneegierer4549 3 жыл бұрын
Your explaining ang how to do the job was a great help thank you it was not to long but very throug
@giddydone4684
@giddydone4684 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a thorough explanation......no apologies needed! You are an awesome teacher.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@campingintrovert
@campingintrovert 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to explain step by step in a way I personally could understand. I’m not a mechanic so am very appreciative
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Crystal
@omar_padilla
@omar_padilla 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the very thorough explanation I appreciate it you really did hello me understand how the compressor works thank you.
@williamholloway4816
@williamholloway4816 5 жыл бұрын
thanks this was very helpful it really helped me to understand the basics of how the clutch works
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 5 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome. Same principle as an electric “PTO” clutch on a lawn mower
@joelsharpe3343
@joelsharpe3343 10 ай бұрын
Hey Dan thank you so much for taking your time and explaining how the clutch works thank you thank you thank you is the best video I've seen in a long time I don't care how long you took you explained it carefully and caringly and I appreciate it I learned a lot and answered a lot of questions. Joel Sharpe
@ryancrist7821
@ryancrist7821 4 жыл бұрын
i like you. don't stop. you are what the world needs to fight the obsolescence of this country. keep up with the battle against it . Ryan the machinist over and out.
@facemaster7683
@facemaster7683 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I for one appreciate the detailed explanation. You do you, man!
@JRob-nw5mt
@JRob-nw5mt 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks man for the video and thanks for explaining. I'm going to try this on my car and troubleshoot. I'd rather have a longer video with explanations.
@erichoward5565
@erichoward5565 3 жыл бұрын
I remember having to put in a new ac clutch on my dodge. Now I have to do the same on a Ford. Thanks for your easy to view video. I forgot about the spacers and it seems that the clutch is easy to remove. Big thumbs up.
@darrellcollins6697
@darrellcollins6697 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information I just got a ford explorer with the same motor in it my ac just started doing the same thing as yours was doing
@tylerlongenecker927
@tylerlongenecker927 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t figure out my problem forever! Your trick worked like a charm!
@mikeb3835
@mikeb3835 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, I've been having similar problems, but I may have just fixed the problem by replacing the clutch relay, but it's great to see how simple it is to work on the clutch.
@MrDanemc08
@MrDanemc08 Жыл бұрын
This was exactly what was wrong with my truck. Thanks for the helpful video!
@scottbasha5809
@scottbasha5809 3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow you did such a great job. I try and learn so much stuff off the Internet and you did a great job explaining it detailed. Wish everybody made videos like you glad you take your time
@jimmyjamesmendoza6440
@jimmyjamesmendoza6440 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks man some of us need ur type of explanations...keep putting out them videos...
@robertburns1273
@robertburns1273 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, thanks for taking the time to explain how the clutch plate and pulley work and for explaining some of the problems and fixes. Also thank you for actually showing how to remove and install the clutch plate. Big help. Thanks again Dan.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
You bet
@dannygonzales2528
@dannygonzales2528 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thx 4 breaking it down
@juliuschester9001
@juliuschester9001 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the detail info, I watched your video a day ago and applied, for i was having the same issue with my vehicle and was looking for solutions on line, it was so easy for me to fix after watching but more so the info of how it works confirmed that I didn't need to change my compressor.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 3 жыл бұрын
I am happy to help
@ahlikemuself
@ahlikemuself 3 жыл бұрын
A person that understands the fundamentals of a system and can structurally break down and explain its content will often times reap effective communication towards their recipients. That said, great job 👍🏾.
@williamfowler8924
@williamfowler8924 4 жыл бұрын
Yes! Lol. I have two more hours before day light. I want take a flash light and go check mine now. Lol I can feel sure this is going to fix my AC better. If you ride with me bring a jacket. Lol Thanks for this Video. Today is my Birthday and this made my day! I'm getting my flash light now.
@DansVlog
@DansVlog 4 жыл бұрын
You got this!
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