Re: 6/12 conversion make it simple


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Posted by Vaughn on May 03, 2000 at 21:24:06:

In Reply to: 6/12 conversion make it simple posted by josh on May 03, 2000 at 01:14:24:

Let me try this again. This is about as easy as it gets for a clean conversion. The only way to make it simpler is to have a shop convert it for you. You should be able to get all your parts from a local parts store. Good Luck!

6 TO 12V CONVERSION
PARTS:
12 volt Generator or Alternator
12 volt Regulator for Generator (Borg Warner #183)
12 volt Regulator for Alternator (use for vehicle alternator is from, unless regulator is built into alternator)
12 volt coil
Ballast Resister - Standard #RU-10
4 post solenoid - Standard #SS581 (optional)
Universal two post starter switch (optional)
12 Volt lights
12 to 6 volt resisters for Fuel Gauge/heater/windshield wipers or switch out to 12 volt units
PROCEDURES:
1. Find a 12 volt generator from a wrecking yard or trade your 6 volt in for a rebuilt 12 volt.
2. You can use your 6 volt starter or do the same as one above.
3. Plug the ballast resister in the wire that goes from the ignition switch to the coil. This will reduce the voltage from 12 to around 6-8. A good place to mount it is on the firewall.
4. Install the 4 post solenoid. One of the two small posts is + and one -. On the negative side post, run a wire to the side of the ballast resister that is going to the coil (you'll then have two wires connected to that side). The purpose of this is to get the full 12 volts for a "hot" start then it reverts back to 6-8 volts when running. If your existing solenoid is a single post, you cannot set your system up for a hot spark start. Using the ballast resister requires no upgrade of points, or condenser.
5. Change out all 6 volt bulbs and upgrade any fuses if necessary.
6. Install 12 to 6 volt resisters on the positive side of Fuel Gauge/heater/windshield wipers.



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