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Daox · 08-10-2012, 04:26 PM

I'd leave the A/C pump in place. It doesn't suck up any noticable amount of power if not in use. Its not worth removing for weight reasons. Then, just yank the PS pump and put an idler in its place. You could still run the same size belt. KISS!

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