08-20-2019, 10:06 AM | #1 |
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Battery
Wanting to replace my battery in my 31 sw, any suggestions as to the brand, what seems to be the best etc, thanks
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08-20-2019, 10:11 AM | #2 |
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Re: Battery
Go to a farm store and buy a 6v tractor battery. Low priced, good quality. Around here I can get one for about $45.
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08-20-2019, 10:46 AM | #3 |
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Re: Battery
Modern replacement for the original is Type 1. Sold at most auto parts stores for around $100. But 6v tractor batteries last about as long.
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08-20-2019, 11:59 AM | #4 |
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Re: Battery
For a more powerful and dependable electrical system I often convert to twelve volts . I like to buy batteries from Walmart . I can measure and pick the battery that will fit the original battery box . If there is a problem with fitting or anything else , Walmart will replace the battery with no question or problem here . It is a very easy conversion . Six volt batteries are getting harder to find and usually cost more . The biggest thing is the battery . I either use a three OHM coil or install a ballast resister and use the six volt coil . The unmodified generator and starter will work good on twelve volts . A good cut out will work on twelve volts but there will be no voltage regulation . I prefer to use the Fun Projects twelve volt voltage regulator . The Fun Projects twelve volt voltage regulates the charge similar to modern cars and looks just like the cut out . Of course the bulbs will need to be replaced with twelve volt bulbs . A resister will need to be used at the horn and electric windshield wiper motor where present . Other than the twelve volt battery that can be found most any where ,very few other parts will need replacement I run my roadster this way and LOVE it .
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08-20-2019, 12:44 PM | #5 |
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Re: Battery
Great help thanks so much!
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08-20-2019, 11:48 PM | #6 |
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All three of my Model A's and I also have 2 early V-8's that are running with their original 6 Volt systems and all work fine. I use one of my Model A's for long distance touring and am very comfortable going anywhere with it. The only changes I have made is to convert all the 3 brush generators to 2 brush with a regulator. This way, the battery gets fully charged when you drive them. My opinion Chris W. |
08-21-2019, 03:06 PM | #7 |
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Re: Battery
Buy it, your A will love it!
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