SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: Pulley AC clutch upgrade questions need help!!!
06-12-2019, 03:09 PM
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Pulley AC clutch upgrade questions need help!!!
I recently purchased a 2008 SL55 AMG with 108K miles, was driving down some surface streets and when slowing down for a stop light I heard a light slapping sound from under the hood. Upon acceleration, I heard a metal clanking sound.that went away after a few seconds. I pulled over and one of the belts was shredded, the double idler pulley destroyed, and the AC clutch pulley in pieces on the shroud pan.
I have been told by the dealership that the AC clutch is only sold with the AC compressor and the package is around 900-1100 for the parts and an estimated 7 hr job. I have found clutches on ebay for $40-60, wondering if i can use that with the existing compressor and save some in parts and labor, and also looking for advice on the AC if i should instead buy the whole AC Compressor/Clutch kit or go with an after market kit.
In regards to the idler pulley, was quoted about $650 at a Mercedes dealership for the damaged double idler pulley. I have seen some aftermarket billet kits for 5 all metal pulleys for around $500, so was wondering if anyone had any suggestions whether to look for OEM or possibly an upgraded all metal kit.
Thanks!
I have been told by the dealership that the AC clutch is only sold with the AC compressor and the package is around 900-1100 for the parts and an estimated 7 hr job. I have found clutches on ebay for $40-60, wondering if i can use that with the existing compressor and save some in parts and labor, and also looking for advice on the AC if i should instead buy the whole AC Compressor/Clutch kit or go with an after market kit.
In regards to the idler pulley, was quoted about $650 at a Mercedes dealership for the damaged double idler pulley. I have seen some aftermarket billet kits for 5 all metal pulleys for around $500, so was wondering if anyone had any suggestions whether to look for OEM or possibly an upgraded all metal kit.
Thanks!
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I recently purchased a 2008 SL55 AMG with 108K miles, was driving down some surface streets and when slowing down for a stop light I heard a light slapping sound from under the hood. Upon acceleration, I heard a metal clanking sound.that went away after a few seconds. I pulled over and one of the belts was shredded, the double idler pulley destroyed, and the AC clutch pulley in pieces on the shroud pan.
I have been told by the dealership that the AC clutch is only sold with the AC compressor and the package is around 900-1100 for the parts and an estimated 7 hr job. I have found clutches on ebay for $40-60, wondering if i can use that with the existing compressor and save some in parts and labor, and also looking for advice on the AC if i should instead buy the whole AC Compressor/Clutch kit or go with an after market kit.
In regards to the idler pulley, was quoted about $650 at a Mercedes dealership for the damaged double idler pulley. I have seen some aftermarket billet kits for 5 all metal pulleys for around $500, so was wondering if anyone had any suggestions whether to look for OEM or possibly an upgraded all metal kit.
Thanks!
I have been told by the dealership that the AC clutch is only sold with the AC compressor and the package is around 900-1100 for the parts and an estimated 7 hr job. I have found clutches on ebay for $40-60, wondering if i can use that with the existing compressor and save some in parts and labor, and also looking for advice on the AC if i should instead buy the whole AC Compressor/Clutch kit or go with an after market kit.
In regards to the idler pulley, was quoted about $650 at a Mercedes dealership for the damaged double idler pulley. I have seen some aftermarket billet kits for 5 all metal pulleys for around $500, so was wondering if anyone had any suggestions whether to look for OEM or possibly an upgraded all metal kit.
Thanks!
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I recently purchased a 2008 SL55 AMG with 108K miles, was driving down some surface streets and when slowing down for a stop light I heard a light slapping sound from under the hood. Upon acceleration, I heard a metal clanking sound.that went away after a few seconds. I pulled over and one of the belts was shredded, the double idler pulley destroyed, and the AC clutch pulley in pieces on the shroud pan.
I have been told by the dealership that the AC clutch is only sold with the AC compressor and the package is around 900-1100 for the parts and an estimated 7 hr job. I have found clutches on ebay for $40-60, wondering if i can use that with the existing compressor and save some in parts and labor, and also looking for advice on the AC if i should instead buy the whole AC Compressor/Clutch kit or go with an after market kit.
In regards to the idler pulley, was quoted about $650 at a Mercedes dealership for the damaged double idler pulley. I have seen some aftermarket billet kits for 5 all metal pulleys for around $500, so was wondering if anyone had any suggestions whether to look for OEM or possibly an upgraded all metal kit.
Thanks!
I have been told by the dealership that the AC clutch is only sold with the AC compressor and the package is around 900-1100 for the parts and an estimated 7 hr job. I have found clutches on ebay for $40-60, wondering if i can use that with the existing compressor and save some in parts and labor, and also looking for advice on the AC if i should instead buy the whole AC Compressor/Clutch kit or go with an after market kit.
In regards to the idler pulley, was quoted about $650 at a Mercedes dealership for the damaged double idler pulley. I have seen some aftermarket billet kits for 5 all metal pulleys for around $500, so was wondering if anyone had any suggestions whether to look for OEM or possibly an upgraded all metal kit.
Thanks!
