thiggy wrote:True, easier starting was my reason for considering conversion to 12 volts. After reading all your comments, I am so terribly ashamed of even considering such a desecretion. Please forgive me!! Actually, I appreciate the remarks and ideas. I'll reappraise my situation and perhaps do a bit more diagnostic work on my little beast. By the way, are my Cubs required to have a given name to participate in this forum? Thanks
Thiggy,
There is NOTHING to be ashamed of, this has been more of a topic on the 8N Ford site than on here, probably a daily event even over there. AND even with an 8N Ford, the same rule applies.
One thing I forgot to mention in my post. BRIGHT, CLEAN AND TIGHT on the terminals and connectors is one of your other line of defense. Then if your engine still seems to be turing over slow, you may want to check into your starter, it may be dragging.
NEVER feel ashamed on asking a question, especailly on this forum. These guys are the best folks you will ever find. ANYWHERE !!!! Anyone of them will bend over backwards to help another Cub owner out.
Funny thing is, I have two Cubs, 26 Chevy, 31 Buick and my Model "A" Ford all on 6 volts. Thankfully I don't have to keep that many batteries up and running at one time, LOL Almost have as many 6 volt as I have 12 volt.
John