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Old 02-22-2018, 07:34 PM   #15
Fred K-OR
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Default Re: Powering a GPS with 6 volt.

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Originally Posted by Reconnoiter View Post
I used one of these converters....works great. Installed it hidden behind left lower cowl panel and attached a cigarette lighter socket outlet and ran it to the passenger side under the dash. Under $20 in Amazon...

https://www.amazon.com/KNACRO-Conver...120w+6v+to+12v

I was originally guided to it when I read this thread:

https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showt...light=Inverter

Good luck!
I also used one of the power converters. And after burning out two plugs for the GPS, I realized what I did. Remember the Model A is a positive ground and the 12 volt systems are negative. I learned the hard way! Hook it up to accommodate this situation.
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