A/C & Power loss
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A/C & Power loss
I don't know if this has been discussed or not before so forgive me if it has. How do Rotary engines react to having the A/C on? In my Miata when I turn on the air it totally kills my little 4 cylinder. I know in a larger V6 or V8 that isn't as much a problem and I was wondering how a Rotary reacts when you run the air.
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It seems to have very little power reduction. You can not even notice that the compressor cycles on, "as far as power dip"
when you are crusing. Compressor does a lot of on off cycling.
when you are crusing. Compressor does a lot of on off cycling.
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I've been wondering about that myself. Thanks CelticFan for asking that question! I have a similar problem/annoyance with my truck. With the a/c on, it feels like I need to get out and push it...espeically on a really hot day!
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Originally posted by RobDickinson
Aircon is switched off for 5 seconds when throttle hits 65% open.
Aircon is switched off for 5 seconds when throttle hits 65% open.
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Originally posted by takahashi j
isnt it bad for the A/C clutch when it goes on/off like that?
isnt it bad for the A/C clutch when it goes on/off like that?
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No difference
I just drove mine first time tonight, and I could not notice any difference.
When you hit the ga hard it does turnoff, as you can feel the warm air from the vent for a couple of seconds.
When you hit the ga hard it does turnoff, as you can feel the warm air from the vent for a couple of seconds.
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