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| | | | Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 85 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 85 | I have a 52 Chevy 3100 truck that I want to convert from 6V to 12V. The problem is I'm an electrical rookie, so have several questions. I know I need a voltage reducer to keep the gauges & heater motor on 6V. Are there any additional components that need to be kept on 6V? Do I need a 12V regulator? Will the existing starter & coil work on 12V? Whats the ups/downs of converting the generator to 12V vrs changing to an alternator? Thanks for any help. Bob | | | | | Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 687 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2011 Posts: 687 | Hi Bob,
I'm sure the first question is why do you want to convert to 12V? Is it just to power a few components? If so, you can get a 6V to 12V converter.
IF you are set on 12V, you can get a one wire alternator that has the regulator built in, therefore eliminating your regulator. OR you can get a 12V generator and use a regulator... Lots of choices.
There's several great articles and help in the tech tips section (with pictures) on here.
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