H3 A.C. compressor delete, New belt size?

[Southern10]

A.C. compressor went out on me and is making a horrible rattling noise. The clutch feels like it could pop off at anytime. I was wondering if anyone has bypassed the A.C. compressor by running a smaller belt? If it's even possible. I don't have the means to buy a new compressor. This is just a fix until I can afford to buy a new one.

Appreciate it
2008 H3 3.7 I5

 

[rascole]

can you buy a used one to get you by? Reman cost $120 on Amazon and recharge it later.

 

[JPaul]

If you leave it empty you'll probably want to make sure it never engages by disconnecting the connector for the clutch, otherwise if it gets kicked in (which can happen several ways) and runs empty it could damage it since it relies on lubrication in the refrigerant.