I know this issue VERY well.
Originally Posted by MaxBoosT
The A/C Compressor was from my old D15 motor, but it is unsure whether it was OEM or a dealer installed option, so it varies.
The Bracket we used was for a B16 JDM motor. It bolts on with 4 bolts. The compressor has mounting points for 3 of those. I went through 2-3 B16 brackets and they all vary depending on the year. The bracket I need is from a 1994 Del Sol Si, BUT even those brackets vary.
So the problem was a combination of either the bolts were tightened too much, the bracket wasn't fully mounted, and that the tensioner had too much pressure.
The 96-97 del sol/ 99-00 Si bracket (38930-P54-000) only bolts the 96-00 Civic compressor.
The 94-95 del sol bracket (38930-P30-000) only bolts the 92-95 civic compressor.
You CAN use the 38930-P54-000 bracket in a 92-95 civic to mount the motor, just not the Civic compressor.