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Klaxet horn - 6 or 12V?
#1494514 03/30/2023 1:24 AM
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I picked up this Klaxon Klaxet horn this afternoon. Oval shaped bell.

Paid $20 for it so I think it's a good deal.

Any good reference material or websites out there for restoration?

Also trying to see this is a 6 or 12 V. Thanks
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1951 Chevy 3100
Re: Klaxet horn - 6 or 12V?
Julio #1494516 03/30/2023 1:52 AM
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Since it has a patent pending date of 1905, I'd guess it works on 6v.

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Re: Klaxet horn - 6 or 12V?
Julio #1494521 03/30/2023 2:22 AM
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6v horns will work fine a 12v system. They're usually a lot louder when used on 12v.

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Re: Klaxet horn - 6 or 12V?
Julio #1494556 03/30/2023 3:13 PM
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I've been using 6v horns on my 12v truck for years. Though I don't use them very often, they are VERY loud. thumbs_up

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Re: Klaxet horn - 6 or 12V?
Julio #1494562 03/30/2023 3:58 PM
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Thank you all. I will test it this weekend and cleanup best i can.

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Re: Klaxet horn - 6 or 12V?
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From what I expierenced to day twice while was out driving a louder one would do wonders.

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Re: Klaxet horn - 6 or 12V?
Julio #1494825 04/01/2023 3:16 PM
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Julio I have a horn just like that ,pretty sure they are 6 volt,touch 12 volt to it will scare you !!

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