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Old Jul 29, 2002 | 08:01 PM
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My 77 F150 needs a sound system and I need to know whether it is a 6 volt or 12 volt electrical system. If it is a 6 volt, how do you convert it?


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Old Jul 29, 2002 | 08:29 PM
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I'm almost 100% sure 12v...someone correct if I am wrong
 
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Yup 12v
 
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6V or 12V ?
I believe Ford changed there automotive lines to 12 volts in 1956.
 
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Thanx for your help.

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