Re: [Chrysler300] 12 volt coversion

[Charles Schoendorf <cschoend@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I too have had excellent result with twin 6V Optima batteries connected in parallel and my original generator converted to an alternator on the inside by Gener-Nator.  Cables and connections should be highest quality and tight.   I have three early Hemi's done this way.  The results are amazing.

Chuck
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  From: retromobilia@xxxxxxxxxxx 
  To: Johan Västsäter ; chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 
  Sent: Monday, June 03, 2013 1:32 PM
  Subject: Fwd: [Chrysler300] 12 volt coversion


    
  From: retromobilia@xxxxxxxxxxx 
  To: "Jack Boyle" <jackcboyle@xxxxxxxxx> 
  Sent: Monday, June 3, 2013 10:31:28 AM 
  Subject: Re: [Chrysler300] 12 volt coversion 

  6 V is fine and works well when proper {large} size/gauge cables are used. You can do a 6v alternator conversion to the existing generator at Gener-Nator. That helps low rpm charging and would be recommended with A/C. There are also dual batteries set up [2 x 6v] (usually used with R V) which allow for a 12 volt charging and some 12 v accessories and relays.....while still using the existing 6v system. 
  Check with: (google) genernator.com and look into R V sales and service locally. 

  John 

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  From: "Jack Boyle" <jackcboyle@xxxxxxxxx> 
  To: "Johan Västsäter" <300@xxxxxxxx>, chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 
  Sent: Monday, June 3, 2013 8:14:04 AM 
  Subject: RE: [Chrysler300] 12 volt coversion 

  I bought my C300 in 1967 and converted it to 12v in 1968 as a necessity 
  given the battery technology and cold weather in Nebraska. I stripped a 56 
  NY of most electrical components for $50. Negative ground can also be a head 
  scratcher when attempting to keep some 6v components. 

  It is very simple to do on the surface but the deeper you go, the more 
  complex it gets. I am currently at a crossroads with my car - stay with 12v 
  or go back to 6v as part of my planned restoration. I want to add A/C so 
  that may make the decision for me. 

  I drive my car a lot and I have still not converted everything all these 
  years later. 

  See my comments below 

  …Jack 

  From: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto: Chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx ] On 
  Behalf Of Johan Västsäter 
  Sent: Monday, June 03, 2013 9:48 AM 
  To: chrysler300@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 
  Subject: [Chrysler300] 12 volt coversion 

  Hi folks, 

  Due to problems with my original Hemi 331 engine in my C300 I will pull the 
  engine to have it rebuilt during the coming winter. 

  Water disappearing in to the oil system gives two possible errors. Either it 
  is a rust hole in one of the cylinders or a frost crack. 

  I must say I hope for the first… 

  As I have a rebuilt 354 over bored to a “392” in my shop I will put it in my 
  C300 shortly. 
  Just for the fun of driving the car this summer. 

  As the 354 is sort of high compressive now I doubt the 6 Volt system will be 
  able to cope with the starts 

  and I am looking into my earlier retired thought of converting the electric 
  system to 12V. 

  I know converting a C300 to 12V will not keep it original but that is a 
  deviation I can live with. 

  As it is a C300 with very few options on it ought to be rather easy 
  compared to other cars. 

  All of this assumes your heavier ga. wiring is sound so 12v (twice the 
  voltage, approx ½ the amperage) should not be a problem. 

  No power seats. No power windows. I kept the 6v seat, it works, just faster 

  The things that I come to think of are the following: 

  Lamps and bulbs. Outside and inside. Change all, takes a while and skinned 
  knuckles 

  Generator. Replace w/ 56 

  Starter. I have heard I can use the 6V starter for pretty long time, right? 
  I tried to keep, I now recommend change with a 56, takes 1 hour 

  Coil. change 

  Relays. (Charging, starting and lights) I changed all of mine and flasher. 
  No switch changes are needed (lights, horn, turn signal, etc) 

  Wiper motor. I have not changed (yet) and I regret it. I have thrown my 
  blades off more than once and can only use low speed. 

  Interior fans 2pcs. I changed the heater fan later 

  Horns. I kept my 6v and they sound like a freight train J 

  Amp meter. Do I need to change that? I changed the entire cluster, simpler 
  way to go 

  Tank meter. Do I need to change that? Yes, or it will read wrong like mine 
  does 

  Have I missed many things? Radio. I ran mine using a resistor for years. It 
  finally conked out and I put a 56 in the car. I DO NOT recommend resistors, 
  the smell and are a fire hazard. I had false alarms with the smell of ‘hot 
  wiring’ and it drove me nuts. 

  I have heard to some kind of “reducer devices” that can be placed before a 
  consumer that makes it possible 

  to keep the 6V device. 

  Can anyone guide me on that? 

  Is it expensive? 

  Can I use it on i.e. wiper motor, horns or fans? 

  Looking forward to your help. 

  300’ly 

  Johan Västsäter 

  Sweden 

  C300 

  ’56 NY 

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