One Wire Conversion on IHS-130 Truck

[jostev]

Just wondering how to convert my truck from a 6 volt generator, to a 1 wire alternator (12 volt) we have done this with the tractors, but my dad just wants to make sure we are doing it right...

thanks

Johnny

[Donny M]

Try this Johnny: http://albums.photo.epson.com/j/ViewPhoto?u=4001561&a=30065733&p=60355346

It's pretty generic.

[jostev]

Thanks Donny

Johnny

[Eugene]

The wiring diagram Donny provided is good.

There are a couple of things you should know before you start changing a 6 volt automotive electrical system to 12 volts.

1) It's probably much (like a whole lot) cheaper to repair the 6 volt system than to convert to 12 volts.

2) All of the light bulbs will need to be changed.

3) You will need to put in a voltage drop in to operate the 6 volt electric gages; amp, fuel, oil pressure (if electric), windshield wipers (if electric) and turn signals (if equiped). Or replace with 12 volt equipment.

Eugene

[jostev]

i know, i would LOVE to keep it 6volt, but my dad is not budging, he will NOT let me keep it 6 volt, and it is my truck, but he won't let me keep it, well ifn i kept it, it would be a war here... you know that type of stuff

thanks

Johnny

[jostev]

also forgot to mention, the wipers are vaccum operated and i don' tthink too many of the guages are electric, but i don't know....

but i would like to keep it 6 volt...

Johnny

[Bigdog]

Johnny - gauge panel lights, the fuel gauge, horn, any relays etc. as well as all other lights will all need to be replaced or a dropping resistor used. It would be much, much easier to re-furb the 6 volt system.

[beaconlight]

Let dad see these postings. Then suggest a 6 volt alternator. There were some postings about that earlier this year. Try it in search. I can understand why dad wants to get out of generators but he might go along with the 6 volt alternator idea. As much as you have done in so many projects he seems to be backing you in your endeavors.

Bill

[jostev]

thanks guys, i will see what he says on that tomorrow, we still haven't used the alternator yet, so we ought to be able to trade it for a 6 volt...

i will try tomorrow

Thanks

Johnny

[Eugene]

jcwhitney.com. Just for reference. JC Whitney's catalog lists a 6 volt one wire alternator (60 amps) for $89.99. Part #: EM268287.

Eugene

[jostev]

Thanks, I have mentioned the idea to him, but he still doesnt' think much of it, just because he thinks 6 volt stuff is soooo hard to find... which from what i have seen, it's not that hard... but oh well i guess

Thanks

Johnny

[beaconlight]

Even the best of us make mistakes at times. I rember clearly my last one. I thought I was wrong. Upon reflection I wasn't.

Bill

[Russell F]

JC whitney also carries all the resisters, 12-6 converters..etc. you'll need if you go ahead with 12 volt. Besure to double check and don't ASSuME anything, as it's better to be safe than burn up $$$ doohickes and gadgets...

JCW used to also have a large line of 6volt stuff like horns, radios, lights, etc... might use that to your defence...

[jostev]

thanks Russell, I will use that he says it's up to me kinda, so i think i might go back to 6volt, i am trying right now to let me keep it 6v...

lol bill

Johnny

[Ike]

Johnny,

Years ago I read about a 12v conversion that used two 6v batteries wired in series. This provided 12v charging and starting systems, but allowed the author to keep the rest of the original 6v electrics by connecting them to only one of the batteries. I've never tried it, but maybe that would be a way to make both you and your dad happy.

Ike