If the compressor disengages, no belt issues. If the compressor stays engaged, like if the low pressure switch is jumped, and the compressor locks up, well belt damage can occur.

That is why I like the old V belts. You can cut the compressor belt and not worry about the water pump, alternator, etc.

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RRGrassi


70's Southern Pacific #5608 Fairmont A-4 MOW car

13 VW JSW 2.0 TDI 193K, Tuned with DPF and EGR Delete.

99 W210 E300 Turbo Diesel, chipped, DPF/Converter Delete. Still needs EGR Delete, 232K

90 Dodge D250 5.9 Cummins/5 speed. 400K

Gone and still missed...1982 w123 300D, 1991 w124 300D