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AutechKouki · 06-30-2012, 10:48 PM

A/C puts a load in the engine, a big load. Think about it.. Not only does the compressor create a draw on the 120-40ish hp engine but the e fan is constantly on along with the blower motor inside your cabin which adds another load through the alternator. Also the condenser creates heat which gets transferred to the radiator right past it which also creates power loss. A/C is a commodity, not a neccesity.

06-30-2012, 10:48 PM	#4
AutechKouki Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: SoCal Age: 33 Posts: 673 Trader Rating: (43) Feedback Score: 43 reviews	A/C puts a load in the engine, a big load. Think about it.. Not only does the compressor create a draw on the 120-40ish hp engine but the e fan is constantly on along with the blower motor inside your cabin which adds another load through the alternator. Also the condenser creates heat which gets transferred to the radiator right past it which also creates power loss. A/C is a commodity, not a neccesity.