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redcj3a · 11-23-2009, 08:17 PM

I remember seeing an article where the A/C compressor was operated by a 12volt winch motor. Had the benefit of the A/C on-board systems but utilized a separate motor, not a pulley directly off of the engine.

There was discussion on the thread as to how much electric current draw there was and if a battery upgrade was needed or not.

I'm not an electrician or much of a mechanic. With that disclaimer in mind, I would think if you are able to supply current for an onboard welder, you could supply the 12V motor for the compressor. Especially if you are only running one at a time. If you are welding a broken part, air in a tire can probably wait.

Sorry I do not remember where I read that thread to post a link. I'll look at a couple of other site to see if I can find it.

John

11-23-2009, 08:17 PM	#11
redcj3a Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Middletown Posts: 118	I remember seeing an article where the A/C compressor was operated by a 12volt winch motor. Had the benefit of the A/C on-board systems but utilized a separate motor, not a pulley directly off of the engine. There was discussion on the thread as to how much electric current draw there was and if a battery upgrade was needed or not. I'm not an electrician or much of a mechanic. With that disclaimer in mind, I would think if you are able to supply current for an onboard welder, you could supply the 12V motor for the compressor. Especially if you are only running one at a time. If you are welding a broken part, air in a tire can probably wait. Sorry I do not remember where I read that thread to post a link. I'll look at a couple of other site to see if I can find it. John __________________ 1950 CJ3A. Oddfire 225 V6, T-86 transmission, Dana 18 transfer case, 4 wheel disc brakes, locked front and rear. Manual saginaw steering. Warn winch, 9,000#.