Posted by zooeyhall on February 16, 2008 at 11:26:49 from (98.132.47.94):
In Reply to: 8 volt posted by K Ben on February 16, 2008 at 06:18:05:
I used an 8 volt in both my M and my H for years. However I converted them over to 12 about 3 years back. Main reason is that I had lots of trouble with the regulator keeping the battery charged. Also the batteries were getting expensive and hard to get.
Really like it now that I am using 12 volts and an alternator. The alternator always charges and the tractor is sure to start.
I use my tractor for farming 160 acres, so for me it is more of a functional thing. If you are doing it for a hobby and interested in keeping the tractor as original as possible, then go ahead and use and 8 volt. It keeps everything pretty much the same on your tractor but you still have a little extra starting boost when you need it.
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