Re: Let's discuss Packard 6V electrical systems and the change to 12V systems

Posted by PackardV8 On 2008/6/20 6:40:48

The 12v conversion was strictly a cost issue. With 12v about half the wire can be cut out of the car as opposed to 6v. However, the 12v will conduct better with less voltage drop over long stretches of wire.

THe HP revolution brought on the push to sell the US public 4 bbls, 4 speeds and bucket seats not to mention additional accessories which would require more and more wire. Copper is expensive and always has been relative to the times analyzed.