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19-08-10, 06:42
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12 volt conversion
Hi Little Jo,
I bought a Ford GPW jeep last fall that had already been converted to 12 volts with an alternator fitted.The jeep sure starts nice but have not driven it much yet.One positive thing going to 12 volts is the fact that the headlights in 6 volt are drying up from what I have been told but the 12 volt ones are still available and reasonably priced.Here are some pictures of what I have in my jeep if it helps in any way;   I am glad you brought up this subject as I have to figure out myself what to do with the fuel guage to make it work on 12 volt system and anything else that has to be converted. Regards,Derk.
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19-08-10, 10:26
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Thank you for the update info and the pictures. I was wondering what type of alternator you have and if you had any modification made to install it in place of the large old 6 voly generator, The photo clearly shows how the alternator lines up with the water pump pulley, that was one thing I was wondering, how to line it all up, I also noted the fan belt looks as if it is not as wide as the original. I supected starting would be better and I also think I will get better lighting for night driving. Could you advise the type/brand of alternator you have and also what type/brand 12 volt coil you have on your vehicle. Thanks mate Little Jo 
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19-08-10, 11:21
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Jo and Dirk
I think you can buy H4 Halogen 6 volt bulbs and headlights that will fit in your shells.
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20-08-10, 09:58
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Thanks mate, all this information is very much appreciated and gives me confidence to proceed. Cheers Mate Little Jo
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Anthony (Tony) VAN RHODA. Strathalbyn. South Australia
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20-08-10, 17:28
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Hi Little Jo,
I will be able to take some pictures for you on the weekend when I get a chance to work on the jeep and post them for you. Derk.
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21-08-10, 02:49
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That would be great and that will help making the conversion to 12 volts easier for me. All the guys with Jeeps I have spoken to here are still on the 6volt system and some have shown an interested in what I am doing. Cheers Little Jo
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Anthony (Tony) VAN RHODA. Strathalbyn. South Australia
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21-08-10, 04:20
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I have had several jeeps which were converted with AC Delco (GM/Chevy) alternators. The regulator is internal, so there are only two wires to hook up, one to the battery and one to the ignition. If the pulley does not line up with the original jeep pulleys, the lower mount on the alternator can be cut back.
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