Re: 6V to 12V conversion

Posted by JerryCPP(WA) (PIC) on August 19, 2009 at 19:53:07 from (71.115.246.119):

In Reply to: 6V to 12V conversion posted by bighead on August 19, 2009 at 19:11:18:

I have used a 6 volt starter on a 12 volt system several times. The starter turns twice as fast. It may eventually tear up the starter drive - I don't remember which type the Studebaker had in those years. My '55 Stude used a Bendix inertia drive, and it would work on either speed. As far as the rest of the car, change all the bulbs to 12-volt; they have the same bases and connections. The gauges will be a little different, I believe there is a 12 to 6 volt reducer available on line for gauges. If it is electric wipers they will go twice as fast, as will the heater motor. Have you considered a 6-volt alternator? You can get one wire or 3 wire 6 volt alternators. Keep the generator pulley you have, as it will go right on the alternator - very helpful if it uses the wide belt. Change the coil if you're going to 12-volt, and be sure you understand the 12-volt coil. Some use an external resistor and some have the resistor built in. The points and condenser will be the same. Either way you go, an alternator is the better choice. If you change to 12-v you can reduce the wire size too. Have fun!

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