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Re: 12v conversion on farmall cub
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Posted by Bob M on January 22, 2001 at 16:58:21 from (172.137.223.229):
In Reply to: 12v conversion on farmall cub posted by ange on January 22, 2001 at 16:39:10:
Whether or not to convert depends. If you want best reliability and lowest maintenance cost (i.e. you're gonna use the tractor for work), a 12 volt alternator conversion is the only way to go. On the other hand, a well-maintained 6 volt system will start a well-maintained tractor under almost any condition. And a stock 6 volt system is necessary for a historically "correct" restoration if that's how the tractor was originally equipped. Finally, there's just something cool when a 6 volt tractor engine makes 3 or 4 halting half revolutions, then lights off. Bottom line is the choice is yours! If you decide to do an alternator conversion, punch the link for step-by-step instructions.
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