Goto 12V or stay 6V

My TO is a stock 6V system and runs great for me, even on those cold January mornings. I would like 12V myself, mainly for brighter lights, and to be able to hook-up my favorite 12V accessories. I decided a long time ago, if I ever had an electrical repair that was ~the same $$$ as a 12V conversion, I would convert at that time. That has never happened.

The fergy manual walks you through the generator rebuild, (I've done it, easy). If your generator is not putting out the amps, may just need brushes (cheap). Check your V. regulator, those tend to crap out long before the generator does. Check that your grounds are clean to the tractor frame and to the V. regulator.

George

"I would like to convert my TO-30 tractor from a 6V generator system to a 12V generator system. What do I need to do?"

1. Secure a 12V generator (Delco models 1100359, 1100362, 1100434, 1100435, 1100529, or 1100998 will fit and you can use the same mounting bracket).
2. It is best to replace the 6V coil with a 12V unit with a built-in resistor. An alternative is to continue to use the 6v coil and add a ballast resistor in the line from the ignition switch to the coil.
3. You will need a 12V battery. Ground it negatively.
4. Reverse the wires on the terminals of the ammeter.
5. It is not necessary to replace the starter with a 12V unit. Just don’t crank the starter for long periods of time as it will heat up a bit sooner than a 12V unit will because of the extra voltage.
6. If you have lights you will need to change the lamps in the headlights and work light and the bulb in the taillight to 12V.
7. You may wish to polarize the generator, particularly if it has been unused for a long period.

Soundguy