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#984598 11/08/2013 7:43 PM
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I'm in the process of installing an airflow heater in my 53 burb. I've read a lot of posts but first, wanted to clarify that a 6 volt fan motor will not last long in a 12 volt system? Next item, the fan switch, just on/off or should it be variable speed? Finally does the fan motor have to be a specific type in order to use a variable speed switch? Vehicle has been converted to 12 volt. Thanks,
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You will have to add a voltage reducer or convert your heater to a 12-volt motor. As for the switch the originals (several versions) I believe are Off-Low-Med-High.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/advance-design_parts_co/8129352382/in/set-72157631868452754
I will have to check mine tonight to be sure on the settings.

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The original toggle switches were 'ON-HI-LO'.

Don't try running your 6v motor on 12v Phil, taint like the starter,
you'll fry it for sure. Gotta use the reducer as Brad pointed
out to drop the 6v across.

Denny Graham
Sandwich, IL

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Or replace the 6v motor with a 12v. You have probably already seen them. If not there are some posts on Stovebolt regarding installing a 12v motor. I used the 12v motor from a '60 Impala.

If the 6v motor still works, I betcha a Stovebolter with a broken 6v heater motor would like to have it.

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I checked my switch, Denny was correct on the speeds.


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