How Do You Upgrade A 6 Volt Electrical System To 12 Volts?
An electrical system that uses a battery may benefit by replacing the original battery with one that provides more voltage. The most common example of upgrading a 6 volt system to a 12 volt system is in very old vehicles. Many of the first automobiles used six volt batteries, which can be difficult to start if they’re not properly maintained. Replace the ignition coil. You can usually remove the original 6 volt ignition and install a 12 volt ignition using the same connections. The only difference is when the 12 volt ignition requires an external resistor. In this case, connect one end of the resistor to the ignition’s positive terminal and the other end to the ignition’s positive lead. Install a 12 volt charging system. Older automobiles that have a 6 volt system frequently use a generator and voltage regulator. You’ll typically want to replace them with a modern 12 volt alternator, which has its own built-in voltage regulator. An alternator will need connections to the positive batte
