I think a greater power lose is because of the high temperatures and humidity. Was told years back that AC compressor only needs about 3hp.
02 gti vr6...... I live in south Florida. June thru October normal temps are
> in the high 80s. My A/C is on just about every time I am driving the car.
> There is a noticeable power difference when the A/C is off. Does anyone know
> much horsepower is lost while the engine is running the A/C unit? > thanx
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