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Originally Posted by MazdaMatt
Well booo-fricken-hoooo... this IS an international forum remember! I'm not even in the "extreme north" and last winter we had a week where the temp didn't get above -30C... try THAT and tell me I shouldn't idle my car for a bit!
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Didn't you read the disclaimer
I'm just not dressed for the occasion after a work trip. We also get a lot of wind (which I didn't factor into experience). I think there's a tolerance that's built-up in either extremes as well.
I've spent some time in the -30/-40C range, but dressed for it. Here, the temp ranges from -5F to 105F, sorry -21C to 41C since this IS an International forum
Now, can I talk you to into driving in 35C/70% relative humidity, without A/C?
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As for the compressor, i wouldn't turn it off because it blows dry air on my window for defog. Without it I'm screwed.
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See below...
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Originally Posted by Daox
I've never had a problem defrosting windows in my cars that didn't have A/C.
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Same here -- it just takes some extra effort in controls/windows and/or paper towels.
As mentioned, the switch does offer the option to cut the A/C on hills when you need it. For my job, I can't show up a sweaty mess -- so before I get pummeled for that, I do use the A/C.
Otherwise, I'll often sweat it out on the way home or in personal use. The condenser hangs-on to the cool air pretty well with the re-circ on.
The previous gen. Taurus (200x-2006) drove me nuts! The compressor came on in all selectors but "Floor" (and off). You couldn't direct cool air through the vents to save on drag (windows down) without engaging the compressor. That car seriously needs a switch.
Lots of newer cars (even base models with air -- specifically GM) will not allow recirc without the compressor engaged. The new Galant turns on the A/C automatically on recirc engage, but you can turn it off. Too bad you have to lean down to see the recirc indicator light in the daytime. They don't let you do anything on your own anymore.
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