How does this function

[john108]

68 Charger R/T with AC
Attached picture of AC Compressor.
I was thinking of putting it on, BUT.

When I turn the Pulley wheels by hand, the front clutch plate turns with it (No 12v ).
Is it supposed to do that?
I thought the pulleys turn but the clutch plate doesn't.

Is there an easy check to see if clutch is shot?

Thank You, John

[john108]

Update.
I held the pulley stationary and wiggled the clutch a little back and forth.
In a minute, it freed up.
Ten years of sitting on a bench made it a little stiff.
The pulley turns freely and the clutch doesn't move.
Absolutely no wobble.

[John_Kunkel]

Unlike transmission clutches, A/C clutches are metal-to-metal steel and will rust when sitting for an extended period. A few on/off cycles will clean the rust from the clutch surfaces.

[john108]

Thank you John
I was looking at putting the compressor on the engine but I can barely lift it.
I think the vacuum diaphragm on the distributor is in the way of the rear bracket, that crosses behind the compressor.

[Just 6T9 CHGR]

Thank you John
I was looking at putting the compressor on the engine but I can barely lift it.
I think the vacuum diaphragm on the distributor is in the way of the rear bracket, that crosses behind the compressor.

Should have plenty of room..  although this is a 69....

I realize the 68 has a large cast iron rear bracket but still should have no trouble

[john108]

Chris
Here is a picture showing my rear bracket.
What you don't see is there are 3 more brackets to nail down the compressor.
2 Like yours and another cast one.
I don't know how I am going to put that compressor on as I can barely move it on the bench.
John 

[John_Kunkel]

I think '68 was the last year for the cast rear bracket.