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41panelmark 06-20-2020 01:54 PM

Changing from Positive to Negative ground
 

I would like to know what is involved in changing a car from positive to negative ground. I think I have a good idea on this but I am guessing there is a list of things that need to happen from the gauges to the generator.

Thanks in advance.

J Franklin 06-20-2020 02:16 PM

Re: Changing from Positive to Negative ground
 

What are you trying to accomplish? I think it involves the coil and ammeter wiring, plus maybe new battery cables. It really is unnecessary though.

Charlie Stephens 06-20-2020 02:54 PM

Re: Changing from Positive to Negative ground
 

If you are still 6 volts leave it alone, you won't gain any benefits. Changing 12 volts is good because you will be compatible with modern electronics. What are you trying to do?

Charlie Stephens

41panelmark 06-20-2020 03:07 PM

Re: Changing from Positive to Negative ground
 

Dang, that is what I thought. I am trying to run some LED bulbs or entire units for the rear taillights. All of the above require Neg. ground.

FlatheadTed 06-20-2020 03:26 PM

Re: Changing from Positive to Negative ground
 

There are LEDs that are Pos earth out there

Bob C 06-20-2020 03:33 PM

Re: Changing from Positive to Negative ground
 

Here you go. https://www.ledlight.com/6-volt-posi...ed-lights.aspx

Black Fifty 06-20-2020 06:00 PM

Re: Changing from Positive to Negative ground
 

This may also be helpful.

This is a recent thread and quite thorough. I'd recommend checking that one out if you haven't already.

Mike

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showt...dim+headlights

41panelmark 06-21-2020 06:45 PM

Re: Changing from Positive to Negative ground
 

Thanks very much guys, this helps a lot. This is why I love this forum, lots of knowledge and help here as per usual.


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