LMAO...
when not in use. the compressor free wheels. doesnt rob any HP to turn it, its basically like and idler pully when off.
the whole A/C system combined weighs in at 32 pounds. this was weighed by curtis walker. that includes all a/c lines, hoses, compressor, condensor, evaporator, and the 2 pounds of refrigerant.
not too much to gain by ditching it unless you dont live somewhere where it gets too hot.