Re: Joe's '49 Club Sedan

Posted by Joe Wareham On 2017/8/3 12:25:07

Pat,

Thanks for the advice on the battery setup. I haven't tried this before. I've had good luck with the 12V Optima gel batteries but this is my first with 6V.

I'm using a GM "CS" type alternator with 6V positive ground rather than a generator and regulator. The alternator is connected to the negative battery source at the solenoid. The power tap to the fuse panel in the dash to feed all the other electrical components also attaches to the negative solenoid lug and goes through a 175 amp fuse mounted on the firewall. This should keep any extreme amperage surge out of the dash.