Is there a general rule of thumb figure of how much HP is used up from the AC system in a C6 when on?

I know that you loss performance but how much?

maybe 5-10 HP, but in the summer season I don't care I need my AC!

Is there a general rule of thumb figure of how much HP is used up from the AC system in a C6 when on?

I know that you loss performance but how much?

I may be wrong, but I think I read that at WOT, the AC system disengages.

Bob

I may be wrong, but I think I read that at WOT, the AC system disengages.

Bob

Really? I've not even noticed that before. If I have the AC on, and cruising and someone is taunting me I'll turn off the AC for a moment as I lay on the gas. I've never kept the AC on so wouldn't know if the AC automatically disengages. Field trip to the freeway! :smilielol5:

I may be wrong, but I think I read that at WOT, the AC system disengages.

Bob

I've never noticed that, so is it still blowing yet the AC compressor is disengaged?

I've never noticed that, so is it still blowing yet the AC compressor is disengaged?

That is correct...Try it out. :cheers:

I may be wrong, but I think I read that at WOT, the AC system disengages.

Bob I tink u r rite. -- :thumbsup: --

yes, the compressor will dis-engage under high engine loads.:thumbsup:

Old trick - still works good. I bought a '76 B-body Dodge from the California Highway Patrol with a 440 in it. Nicely set up car, except for the bench seat (count on the government to not do it 100% right) - dual exhaust, oil cooler, high speed pursuit radials. It had a cut-out switch on the AC for high speed pursuit - did the same thing. Great way to see you have ALL the HP available when you need it. :burnout:

I may be wrong, but I think I read that at WOT, the AC system disengages.

Bob

Really????

The AC will disengage under hard throttle. BUt if you drag race it is still best to shut AC off because condensation that drips under the car could cause a sudden loss of traction at the starting line. You spin--you lose.

When I know I'm going to be horsing the car, I always just the AC off if on anyway. Keep the power where I want it, at the tires!