6 volt to 12 volt?

JinxedSydney · Posted: Wed Jan 13, 2010 4:17 pm Post subject:

I need some help with a 12v generator switch over. I have a Bosch GR 15 30 amp unit, and I cannot get it to fit correctly onto my 6v fan backing plate assembly. I've consulted the Bentley, Muir and the search engine and can't find any pictures that will help me. Does anyone have the same or similar generator on a 40 hp engine that can help me out with pictures?
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bigbore · Posted: Wed Jan 13, 2010 4:51 pm Post subject:

You need all the 12 volt backing plate parts to make it work. Also a 12 volt gen stand.
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JinxedSydney · Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2010 5:09 pm Post subject:

Thanks bigbore. So the 12v backing plate will fit fine on my shroud? I already have the stand.
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bigbore · Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2010 5:31 pm Post subject:

yep
It will bolt right up to the shroud.
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JinxedSydney · Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2010 5:44 pm Post subject:

Gracias again, senor. Now...I've gotta find one. Very Happy

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tb03830 · Posted: Fri Jan 22, 2010 3:30 pm Post subject:

I have not read all the way through this yet but I found out on my 64 vert that I needed a wire from the idiot light to a ground(?) to make sure the battery would charge. If you need me to verify what this wire is in photos I will. I did the same job and an local expert showed me in a memo he got from the VW manufactures in 1971. He was right the wire was required to charge the battery correctly and it works like a champ. The wire is only 10 inches long so it is not a big deal but the idiot light needs to be changed also for 12v.

If you need a picture of anything let me know. I kept the 1200cc engine in place on mine.
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JinxedSydney · Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2010 10:48 pm Post subject:

Does anyone know of a good source for a 12v backing plate retaining ring/flange? I can find the kits that include all, but I just need the small ring.
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tb03830 · Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:38 pm Post subject:

If you only need the flang I have no Idea were you get it. I got mine in the kit for the whole asymbly but I would think a junk yard or a salvage yard would work.
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bigbore · Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 12:38 am Post subject:

on3k1ngd0m · Posted: Thu Aug 26, 2010 1:24 pm Post subject: Totally Confused

I just bought a 1965 bug from some guy and he supposedly say there is a 12 volt conversion. I checked the battery and it looked liek a 12 volt to me. So going with that I want to change out all the lights, but don't know where to start. I have been reading this post and it has been quite confusing. Somebody posted up a link where to buy some bulbs but all I saw was that it went by years. In other words I just need general help on what bulbs to buy for my 1965 bug with a 12 volt conversion. Can I buy like 12 volt bulb set that was meant for a later year model or no? Thank you for the help!

tb03830 · Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2010 9:17 am Post subject:

I just went to Wal-Mart and held the bulb up to the ones that were similar and got ones that were physicaly the same. Some bulbs have two filiments and the ends are dirfferent sizes. They work great.

Remember the bulbs are are only bulbs. The new ones are 12v and if they fit and function the same they will work (Generally).

Check your battery info. It will tell you if it 12v.

Also do you have a 12v generator and Coil? Test them to verify.

You may have to fiddle with the fuses a little, so buy a full range of them. Some fuses will work fine but others pop due to being slightly overloaded but the wires are fine.
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dakdak · Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2010 3:26 pm Post subject: Re: Totally Confused

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tb03830 · Posted: Sat Aug 28, 2010 2:40 pm Post subject:

Don't forget the 12v dummy light and the extra wire to the ground. This is a common error when changing to 12v. It causes the battery not to charge right I have been told. works great on mine.
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heywebonya

I converted the 1973 AE series 1600 series (PO converted to 6 V) with a 12 V alternator and the PICT 34 carb interferes with alternator. I cannot press the pedal all the way down. The larger diameter of the alternator prevents the linkages to move freely.

Any hints? Possibly a spacer would work?

Jeff
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tb03830 · Posted: Wed Oct 13, 2010 7:27 am Post subject: Re: Totally Confused

azmtbr · Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 4:22 pm Post subject: Electrical Problem with 64 bug

I came across this thread and thought maybe someone on here might be able to help me out. I have a 64 bug that's been converted to 12v. The wire from the regulator to alternator had the insulation warn off and it was arcing. I replaced wire along with right side taillight wiring which was damaged from the arcing. (car is a recent purchase) noticed taillights along with turnsignals were not working or working correctly. Led me to the 12v flasher relay which had some damage to it. Relay was a 5 pin that the PO had 4 wires wired up. 2 of which ran to the #1 fuse terminal. I went to the local Checker and they didn't have harness to go with relay so sent me to the local electronics store where I purchased another 5 pin relay and harness. The car was running upto the removal of relay. Reinstalled relay turnsignals work correctly along with tail lights. Problem now is the car won't turn over. It's getting not getting any spark checked at plugs, checked at coil. Carb is getting gas. Now that I've written a book my question, could the replaced relay be causing this somehow, ex. not a oem replacement or is it just a coincedence and the ignition switch is bad or regulator?

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bigbore · Posted: Mon Oct 18, 2010 5:17 pm Post subject:

Why don't you just do a search? thay do make a bushing for that (6 volt starter to 12 volt trany)
http://www.westcoastcore.com/servlet/the-1593/VW-BUG-BUGGY-TRIKE/Detail
Messing around trying to turn down a shaft is more work then its worth.
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