I recently had my A/C all checked out, recharged and a new
reciever/dryer installed. It works well. Except that when the system is
on, the compressor is louder than the engine. Though it is interesting
driving a Westy that sounds turbine driven, I have to wonder, are the
compressors supposed to be that loud?

On the last trip I had the rear seat passengers remark. "Oh, this must
be rear engined, because I can hear the motor revving" but, as it turned
out, they were hearing the A/C compressor.

The mechanic who serviced the A/C did not mention it - so I assume he
did not think it was a problem. Is this just the nature of the beast?

Thanks

Todd
'88 Westy