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49 Roadmaster 6V and 12v system combined.
OK i have a 49 Roadmaster and I need 12v for the electronic ignition, Air conditioning and the air-bags. I have no issues with the 6 volt system and it is in prime condition. Having a few mates that are electrical guys we've sat down and nutted out a wiring diagram that gives me 12v and 6v.
This involves a minimal amount of work and not too many parts.
Parts list
1. 12v alternator
2. second 6v battery (Optima style batteries are used as two will fit in the stock battery tray) 180CCA works fine
3. one 6v relay
4. one 12v accessories relay (whatever amperage you need for your accessories)
5. fuse block
6. oil pressure switch ( this is a second safety for the foot ignition system, if oil pressure is present the pressure switch will open circuit and the starter will not be able to crank)
Parts to throw over your shoulder are the generator, old ignition coil and the regulator.
I've marked up a wiring diagram as my car is built, i have a 6v fuel pump, HEI ignition and converted the reverse lights to indicators. Apart from that a stock 49 roadmaster.
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New wiring of the 6 wires coming from the steering column
I have a new wiring system I want to install on my 1953 Buick Special and have just found out that since I have 6 wires coming from the steering column (original) instead of 8 it will not work.
It will not allow the turn signals to work properly?
anyone have any input or suggestions?
Thanks,
53 buick special steering column wires
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Originally Posted by
raycow
A stock 53 uses separate bulbs for turn signals and brake lights. The turn signal switch has fewer wires because the brake light circuit doesn't have to go through it. Just connect your brake light switch directly to the brake light bulbs instead of to the TS switch, Your turn signals and brake lights should both work fine.
Ray
Thanks Ray and that makes sense.. that is what I will do.
Can you tell me about the two commons coming from the column are for? of the six wires two are marked LH and two are marked RH and the other two are marked C.
I am thinking one of the commons is or the horn. Curious about what the other one is for? any ideas
Thanks again for the input
Bob