arnier Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 Need some help regarding whether to keep 6 volt system or convert to 12 volt in the 1952 Special 1941D. I am working on a frame off restoration of this model. (don't ask me why it just grew!) The chassis has been powder coated and the engine and transmisssion rebuilt. My helper want's to go to a 12 volt system. I am leaning toward continuing with the six volt system. I have a 1954 parts car so the parts are there for both systems. Any thoughts or advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 arnier, unless you intend on installing an A/C, or some other user of a lot of 12 volt, I would stay with the 6 volt. I did on my '50 and no regrets. Just remember to use the proper 6 volt battery cables. The ground strap shoukd be 1 inch wide, and the Positive cable should be an 0 or 00 size. This will be about the size of your thumb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Posted June 7, 2011 Share Posted June 7, 2011 Keep the 6volt system - it works great!But... put in a Powermaster Powergen 6 volt alternator. It looks exactly like an old Delco generator but gives plenty of amps also at low revs. Use 6 - 12v step-up convertors where needed - you'll have plenty of amps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retirednow Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 I'm starting on my '52 Super convertible very soon, and am leaving it 6 volt. Want to keep it as original as possible. PS-do you still have an extra grille tooth that you would like to sell? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 (edited) If you change it to 12 volts, you can just write off about one-third to one-half of the potential buyers when you get ready to sell the car--me included. If you change it 12 volts, get ready to replace every single bulb in the car--dash lights as well as exterior lights. If you change to 12 volts, get ready to buy a new radio for it, a new starter for it, a new generator or alternator for it, a different fuel sending unit for it, a different cigarette lighter for it, and on and on. Just re-read your post, and I guess you have the 12-volt parts already available, but I still wouldn't do it if I were you. A lot of those parts won't interchange from a '54 V-8 to a '52 straight 8.Pete Phillips, BCA #7338 Edited June 8, 2011 by Pete Phillips (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Tell us about your helper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadmaster75 Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 As recommended earlier.... keep the car at 6 volts. There is no reason to switch it if the basics are covered and the correct batt cables, grounds, and wiring is in good shape.mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1957buickjim Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 +1 for keeping it 6v Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cubelodyte Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Tell us about your helper. Maybe he sells 12v equipment on the side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sconnors Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Kept my '50 6 volt when I redid the wiring harness and have no complaints and glad I kept it that way! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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