Posted by John T on September 03, 2012 at 07:55:59 from (216.249.82.117):
In Reply to: Re: 6V gen to 12V posted by bkpigs on September 03, 2012 at 06:53:02:
No problem in giving it a try. I doubt you have the specs as to how much current the fields are designed to carry, thats one of the main limiting factors (fields overheat) when trying to increase a gennys output. Usually the armature can handle the current say 10 amps to 20 amps but its impossible sittin here to know the armatures current rating??? If you try it and damage the field windings (Id say greater chance they overheat instead of the armature but no warranty on that) well heck then you can get a new set of 12 volt fields installed anyway, its NOT their voltage, its how much current they can handle thats critical.
Just be sure to use a Class A VR if its a Class A genny and be sure the VR is compatible with your ground, Pos or Neg and then its your call
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