how to convert from 6 volt to 12 volt

[koul500]

i like the only this beautiful song

[doct0rnic]

When changing the generator to an alternator, did you leave the battery hooked to a positive ground or did you change that?

[freespeachrulez]

I just ripped a whole new harness out of a junk yard vehicle and started from scratch, change battery, alternator, motors for windshield wiper. Just like this guy said.. the horns sound weird and you have to change the bulbs too in the dash and headlights and tailights.. whew!!

[imvoid]

Great video!! This was just what I was looking for. I'm getting ready to do a 12v conversion on my great granddad's '52 Chevy that I inherited.

Thanks again on the info I need to get started.

[fourfortyroadrunner]

You don't NEED indicator for alternator, you can use a series diode on terminal 1, Be sure to reverse ammeter terminals, and battery is now NEGATIVE ground.  Regulator for instrumens can be "Runtz" or panel regulator used in 60s-70s Ford/ Chryslers

[fourfortyroadrunner]

Some minor points, no such thing as a "12V condenser." You don't HAVE to use LED's, just use 12V bulbs, and you don't need an alternator, but I'd prefer it. some generators can be operated on 12 as is, some need fields changed, but you do need a 12V matching regulator. Be sure to polarize if using a generator. Alternator IS the way to go. You do NOT need to change the condenser, but the old one may be well, old.

[tyee4u]

@fourfortyroadrunner . Thanks for the tip on the condensor, I wondered about this as some sites I have read, and this video said change it, others never mentioned it at all. also, Thanks for the great video beatlejuice. very helpfull!! Doing a conversion on a 52 chev shortly.

[trailersurfchic]

Thanks for posting this video- it's great and I love your 5 window 1/2 ton-

I just bought a 1951 1 ton w/9' bed (farm truck) previous owner had done conversion from 6 to 12 v but something isn't working out- system not charging so we are trying to go though now- has a one wire delco alternator,original 6v starter,original voltage regulator- the truck just shut down on me after driving home

with lights on (first time) and it starts after sitting, but seems to be related to charge or heat? ideas?

[3100chevy]

Thanks for the video! I think I have everything now to convert my '54 truck except for the base plate for the alternator to bolt to. Where can I get one of these?

[beetlejuice0u812]

thanks for the tips..nice jam too..the 6vt starer can handle the 12vt current?

[Recelect]

@beetlejuice0u812 It's not really the current you would be worried about, in fact a 6 volt starter can handle more current then the 12 volt starters. I imagine the voltage would hurt it only if the brushes were worn or weak, but thats about it. Currently, it just spins much faster.

[Lk2deHierro]

hope you can help me. i have a '94 gmc suburban, every time i turn any accessories on my battery gauge goes down, and you could feel loose power. you think by adding a second battery in a parallel circuit for sure, would help? thanks hope you could help me out.

[Recelect]

@Lk2deHierro I would bet you have a weak or bad alternator. When the vehicle is running, the alternator powers everything, not the batteries, therefor putting in another battery will not help, unless your accessory is something that draws alot more power then an alternator can produce. If you are talking headlights, blower fan etc, then your alternator is not doing it's job. It could be bad wiring connections as well, and it is possible the alternator is not "turning on"

[Recelect]

@Lk2deHierro, This is hard to fully diagnose without seeing it, and getting a reading on a meter. if it is bad wiring, then changing the alternator will have no effect. To check the wiring, you need a multimeter set to DC volts. then check the terminals on the alternator. The "stud" and red wire in the connector should have 12 volts all the time. The white wire should only have voltage when the key is on. If these are good, then most likely the alternator is toast.

[bloodynikka1]

does a resistor increase voltage?

[Recelect]

@bloodynikka1

No, in this case the resistors drop voltage. Since we put in a 12 volt system, And the fuel gauge is original and needs 6 volts, we had to drop the volts from 12 to 6.

[skaldedgrifon]

Thanks for posting this quick overview vid on the process. Exactly what I needed to get me going on my 50.

[1963impala2dr]

love that old iron!

im about to convert a 32 chevy to 12 v but It doesnt have a voltage regulator.

[MicroFreak]

what's the song please reply

[Recelect]

@MicroFreak : Summertime, Kenny Chesney

[CourtJakester]

thanks for the vid! got a tractor that needs the same done to it, so this was very informational!