convert to 12 volt
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Sep 2010
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From: South Carolina
12v is twice the power but half the amperage. The existing wire should be fine as long as it doesn't have missing cover. I second the book recommendation. I went an odd way, I ordered a 6vdc alternator. Had to change from negative to positive ground. The starter, etc doesn't care. No need to change them. Look here:
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