a/c circuit breaker tripping on 85 FJ60 (1 Viewer)

[nymbert]

The A/C circuit breaker keeps tripping about 10 seconds after the A/C button is pushed on my 85 FJ60. I gave up trying to find the problem and took it to a local mechanic. This is what he has replaced so far; Amplifier, Blower Motor, Circuit Breaker. Next thing on the list is to replace the A/C relay. Based on some of the other threads I've read it looks like it may be a short somwhere. Any other ideas?
Is it possible that the compressor, condensor or evaporator could be the culprit and loading down the electrical system?

 

[langsen]

Have you checked the wire that runs from the A/C amplifier to the compressor clutch to see if it's shorting to ground?

 

[nymbert]

Haven't checked that yet. But certainly will. Thanks!
Not sure why I started this project in the summer? WIth my luck I will have it running at the end of this 100 degree summer

 

[gotmud]

X2 on your clutch being a culprit. Or at least the wiring going to your clutch.

 

[Coolstream]

If you unplug the wire to the compressor and then start the engine and turn on the a/c, if the circut breaker no longer trips, the clutch coil is the problem.

 

[nymbert]

Makes sense Coolstream. Looks like everyone is on the same page with the clutch being the problem.
Thanks everyone!