General Category => Technical Discussion => Topic started by: wiltoole on August 07, 2008, 05:01:44 PM
Title: Change from 6V to 12 V 55 Plymouth Belveder
Post by: wiltoole on August 07, 2008, 05:01:44 PM
Can anyone tell me the pros and cons of changing the electrical system from the original 6V to a 12V? I have a 55 Beleveder. Please respond to my personal email, . Thank you
Title: Re: Change from 6V to 12 V 55 Plymouth Belveder
Post by: Doran Johnson on August 07, 2008, 11:16:56 PM
That is a topic that has been discussed here many times. Not that some new points can't be made, but if you use the "search" function on this site with one or two key words, you should be rewarded with a plethora of views on this topic. Have fun!
Doran
Title: Re: Change from 6V to 12 V 55 Plymouth Belveder
Post by: David Pollock on August 08, 2008, 01:41:32 AM
Unless you have a specific reason, like the use of a modern stereo system, there is no advantage to conversion. My philosophy is, if you can not get there with 6 volts positive ground, you don't need to go.
Title: Re: Change from 6V to 12 V 55 Plymouth Belveder
Post by: Go Fleiter on August 08, 2008, 07:26:18 AM
For 12V Radio, GPS position systems, cellphone etc You better get a 6 to 12 V converter. Some deliver 10 Amps (and consume 25!). They however cannot work at full load if very hot (under dash in summer), because of a safety temp device included.