6 - 12 volt conversions
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6 - 12 volt conversions
When changing a 6 volt ignition system over to a 12 volt, does the distributor need to be changed to a 12 volt system? I know the generator will have to be changed but the starter doesn't. Also, since the 6 volt is a positive ground, that means the gauges are also. How will I change this to match the 12 volt negative ground and the gauges still work?
Thanks,
Mike
Thanks,
Mike
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6 - 12 volt conversions
Don't know about the polarity of the guages. There was a tech article on this site about regulators you can make to change the 12v to 6v for the guages. I do know that you can use the 6v distributor by buying a 12v coil with the resistor in line and hooking the negative of the coil to the distributor.
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6 - 12 volt conversions
You don' have to change the generator, just the regulator and remember to polorize them first. As for the gauges, you will need to buy a 12 - 6 voltage reducer (non- ceramic type). Head lights, panel lights, etc.
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6 - 12 volt conversions
When changing to neg ground remember to reverse the wire that runs through the loop on the back of the ammeter gauge - it is polarity specific. If you don't you'll show discharge when you're charging.
