What size serpentine belt to bypass AC compressor

2004 LINCOLN LS
96,000 MILES • V6 • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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CODYGAMBIT
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Was trying to bypass AC compressor but was not sure if the size as the auto does not carry one like that for this model. I would measure it with a string but this model and year is in a tough position, and was trying to see if someone knew the size to make it a bit easier.
Aug 29, 2017 at 8:50 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Engine size?
Aug 30, 2017 at 10:27 AM
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CODYGAMBIT
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3.0 L-4V V6 engine.
Aug 30, 2017 at 10:57 AM
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Unfortunately you cannot simply use a shorter belt on this. The path of the belt would contact the tension-er and the stretch without a pulley would be too long and the belt would vibrate even if it could clear the pulley. You have to maintain a compressor with at least a working pulley.
Aug 30, 2017 at 11:06 AM
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CODYGAMBIT
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Thank you.
Aug 30, 2017 at 11:38 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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You are welcome.
Aug 30, 2017 at 11:39 AM