I have a 1930 model A and have heard that you can use the 6volt generator in a 12 volt system. How is this done? Thanks
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Hey davew, WELCOME to the VFF!!
Something tells me I need to get my original Powerhouse generator back and set it up on my 12v and do a topic on it.
Basically dave, the generator can put out up to somewhere around 40volts. The thing that defines how much it will put out is 2 fold. First, the storage device and the cutout setting. If you attach it to a 12v battery, it will charge the battery until it is full, the problem is that without 12v cutout it might run as soon as the engine is stopped and drain away whatever charge was in the battery. So, that being said, a generator will charge and maintain a charge on a 12v battery. You just need too be able to cut off the angry pixies when you stop the engine.You wana look waaay far up da road and plan yer route because the brakes are far more of a suggestion than a command! -
Thanks for the replies. Been thinking of going 12 volt and like the look of the standard generator.. Maybe adding a 12 volt outlet and signal lights but that would be about it. I will look into the fun projects regulator. The model A is a retirement present to myself so just learning. Its been a fun and interesting ride so far.Comment
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There is a company selling a 12v alternator that looks like an original long style generator,,, I forget the name at the moment
Just sayin
But the other info above should help you out as well3~ Tudor's & 1~ Coupe
Henry Ford said,
"It's all nuts and bolts"
"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible."
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If I do a negative ground system will it be a problem?Comment
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You can re-polarize the generator.... read our generator info thread in the chassis tech forum3~ Tudor's & 1~ Coupe
Henry Ford said,
"It's all nuts and bolts"
"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible."
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I'll link these two tech threads from the chassis forum for you anyway. Maybe you'll pick up something extra from them
https://www.vintagefordforum.com/for...onversion-info
https://www.vintagefordforum.com/for...tion-repairing3~ Tudor's & 1~ Coupe
Henry Ford said,
"It's all nuts and bolts"
"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible."
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Great information. Thanks, think I'll give this a try.Comment
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