Re: 6 to 12 volt converters

Posted by Larry Jenkins on March 24, 1997 at 15:32:31

In Reply to: 6 to 12 volt converters
posted by Rick on March 22, 1997 at 17:49:31

: I am now lucky enough to have an intrest in a 1930 Ford A I would like to find a 6volt positive to 12 volt negative converter about 5-10 amps would be nice.
: I remember such a thing about 20 years ago. any help? thanks, Rick.
Unless you have a show car and want to enter it into competition, consider converting to a 12 volt negative ground system.Then you can use an early GM alternator, change out the internal regulator to a self exciting one, and wire it with one wire like the original generator.There are many benefits, such as 12 volt halogen headlights, a snappier starter and the use of the modern accessories without a converter.There is an excellent article that describes the conversion in the March/April 1991 issue of the Restorer.

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