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Old Mar 19, 2007 | 02:15 PM
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Question 12 volt and 6 volt differences

Can anyone tell me a way to figure out if my generators are twelve volt. I'm going with 6 volt (call me old fashioned) and have 3 old units but can't tell 12 from 6. Also I have a nice looking heater motor that has a long series of numbers stamped on and in the middle of the string it has 12v. Can I assume it means 12volt? If so I've got one to trade for a 6volt. Also thanks to the guys that told me how to swap out the front motor mounts from a car to use my 239 trunk mounts. Tks Steve
 
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Old Mar 20, 2007 | 01:25 PM
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You might want to try your local Advance Auto as they test alternators and starters. They might be able to test Gens as well. As far as the 12 v on the heater motor, I would say that it probably means 12 volt. You can get 6 volt stuff from most of the old truck suppliers.
 
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Old Mar 20, 2007 | 05:55 PM
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Tks hadn't given that a thought! I see your in Ellicot City. I'm in Solomons Island.
 
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