1983 Chevy Silverado Why does my A/C kick off?

1983 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
172,988 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MARINE18
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When I take a turn that is just a little bit harder than switching lanes my A/C makes a "pop" sound and then starts blowing hot air; Sometimes when it does it when I turn the truck off I can hear the A/C unit making a whistling sound. I have already checked all the grounds. This is the first vehicle that I've owned that has A/C so I dont know much about it.
Sep 5, 2010 at 9:22 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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WHere does the noise sound like it is coming from? When it doesn't work, does the AC compresor still cycle on and off?
Sep 7, 2010 at 10:36 AM
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MARINE18
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It sounds liek it is coming from the reciever.... but Im not sure if the compressor kick on or off.... ill check and get back with you
Sep 18, 2010 at 10:51 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Something tells me the blend door is switching for you. If the compressor is still working, that is where I would start.

Let me know.
Sep 18, 2010 at 11:17 PM
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