Need Help!!!!!!!!!, Please

[kchdsho]

I have a '95 ATX, When ever the outside temp gets over 65, my temp guage goes up to the N/O where it says normal on the dash. I've changed the T/stat. It seems like the fan comes on only when the guage gets up that high.
I have another problem also, my A/C comes on for about 45 seconds and then starts blowing out warmer air. What could be going on?

 

[SHOZ123]

Temp issue doesn't sound too bad. Really can't rely on the factory gauge unless you have checked it with a known thermometer.

The A/C sounds like either low pressure or a bad low pressure switch.

 

[kchdsho]

I do know that when the temp goes up, I smell a little oil.
How do know if it's a low pressure or a low pressure switch and where is this switch located?

 

[Mr Anonymous]

I do know that when the temp goes up, I smell a little oil.
How do know if it's a low pressure or a low pressure switch and where is this switch located?

You can either put a gauge on it, or if you feel comfortable with it, you can disconnect the connector from the cycling switch on top of the drier and short the two pins on the harness connector together. That will cause the clutch to engage regardless of pressure, but if you don't get cold air in 30-45 seconds, you're probably low on refrigerant. If the air gets and stays cold, then you need a new switch, about $16 last time I looked.

 

[oh_SHO]

There is also the possibility that the A/C clutch going out. Mine is, but is usually works for about 15-20 minutes before it goes out. Next time you get the problem leave the car running then take broom handle (or similar object) and tap it against the A/C clutch. BE VERY CAREFUL WHEN DOING THIS. Nobody wants a broom handle the belts. If is the A/C starts working again then the clutch is the problem. There is a write-up on www.shotimes.com that explains how to regap the clutch for a temporary solution.

 

[blue thunder]

I'm not here to knock any info, but watch what you read in shotimes.com. Make sure you read all the info on your problem. My last clutch job I bought the grizzly paw clutch. Good clutch, little did I know It can't be run in conjuction with the ferdanze ultra weight fly wheel. The chattering was outrageous and my front end would jump at least almost a foot off the ground. But only in first gear, because it wouldn't catch. I also thought showtimes had all the info!