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Old 07-09-2010, 04:58 PM   #12
Kevin in NJ
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Join Date: May 2010
Location: South East NJ
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Default Re: Advice to change 6 volt to 12 volt Model A

I fruitlessly attempt to get people to ask why they really need to convert.

It is a well established fact that there are very good 6v halogen bulbs. When installed and properly focused with original headlamp parts they give you the light you need to run 55 mph at night. These bulbs use about the same current as the factory bulbs so they work with the factory system.

People seem to ignore basic alt install principals. Most alt will not come close to giving you their rated max amps. This is because the belt and pulley system is not capable of supporting this.

The list goes on.

So in the end you have spent some $$$ and not really bought any advantage to a properly restored original system. You may have the illusion of an improved system, but is it really improved. The people selling these improvements have profited so I guess that is an improvement.
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