The belt is tight, but the clutch is shot. The compressor is original, so I think I will replace the whole shebang before it goes too. Thank goodness I can salvage the R12. Bought a rebuilt for $110.

Install this weekend maybe..

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John

1995 E320 - 115kmi+ Smoke Silver/Cream (Wife's Wagon)
1989 260E - 195kmi+ Black/Grey (My Panther)
1984 300D - 242kmi+ Black/Palomino (Retired)