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RON FRANCIS WIRING sells more than the EXPRESS and BARE BONZ PANEL
wiring systems. The RETRO is a great choice for cost conscious
buyers who want an easy to install and reliable, yet not include all
the bells and whistles that make Ron Francis Wiring the top name in
aftermarket wiring. We also sell individual components and
installation aids as well as a selection of mini-kits for specific
applications .... all designed and created so that the finished
installation can be customized to the user's preference and needs.
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Antique, Classic Cars, Street & Hot Rods
Changing from 6 Volt to 12 Volt System
by: Ron
Francis Wiring
BULBS
All bulbs must be changed to 12 volt. RON FRANCIS WIRING has bulbs
available in higher candlepower for brighter and safer illumination. We
carry most applications for exterior lights. This includes SUPER BRITE
HEADLIGHT BULBS for vehicles older than 1940.
6 VOLT GAUGES
If you are keeping original gauges, you need a VR-1 electronic voltage
reducer listed on this page. Mechanical gauges only need 12 volt bulbs.
You must use the original sender with the old gauge(s).
REVERSED POLARITY
Reversed polarity is not a problem. We have never seen a 6 volt gauge
that you could not simply hook
up to our reducer and be fine.
6 VOLT HEATER AND WIPERS
Heaters need our VR-4 unit is capable of handling 15 a amp load. Sorry,
we have never been able to find any records of what your unit draws. Our
supplier does not accept returns on these voltage reducers. Wiper
motors hardly seem worth a voltage reducer. Replacement 12 volt units
are easily available.
6 VOLT RADIOS AND CLOCKS
Radios can be fun. Positive ground radios are impossible to use. Clocks
usually respond well to the
voltage reducers, except accuracy is marginal.
CONVERTING THE ORIGINAL ENGINE
The six volt starter can stay. Install the new 12 volt battery and
solenoid. This might shorten the starter's life some but not enough to
notice. Update your distributor by using a 12 volt coil and con
denser from a mid-60's GM engine. The points themselves just need new
ones for maximum life.
ORIGINAL ENGINE NOW, BUT PLANNING A SWAP IN THE FUTURE?
Convert the original motor to an alternator now. Use the model you want
on the new engine. We can help with this. Just leave slack in the wires
to the engine components for adjustment after the new engine is in
place. RON FRANCIS WIRING does not recommend the use of a generator even
after swapping for a 12 volt model. Brackets are available to allow a GM
integral alternator to mount and
adjust on a flathead.
NEED MORE INFORMATION? PLEASE CALL.
If you want to get more serious than this, please call our tech line
866-330-1933. Our order takers
are limited on this information.
CONVERT YOUR STOCK 6V WIRE HARNESS TO 12 VOLTS!
If you want a very simple way to upgrade to 12 volts for reliability,
you will be thrilled with the way you can use your favorite antique
without tearing up the body. Based on our Original Bare Bonz System on
pg. A 11 of our catalog.
Start faster. Brighter lights
12V generator or alternator - PLEASE SPECIFY
Replace frayed wires. Add accessories
Keep stock appearance. No extra battery in the trunk
Add turn signals - PLEASE SPECIFY COLUMN
Get to drive! . Insurance against breakdowns
CK-540 12 volt replacement.
If you are keeping original 6 volt gauges, radio, wiper or heater, use
one or more of the reducers below.
Voltage Reducers
VR-1 For use with gauges up to 1.5 amp total
VR-4For use up to 15 amps continuous
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The development of special hardware to fit custom cars and trucks
has resulted in a variety of unique components, many of which have
earned prestigious awards for the WIRE WORKS from the National
Street Rod Association. In 1982 the WIRE WORKS Trans-mounted Neutral
Safety Switch received "Product of the Year" award, and the WIRE
WORKS Bright Bulbs were picked as the Best "Safety Product of the
Year" in 1985. In 1994 the Wire Works Crash Relay received another
Best "Safety Product of the Year" award, and our electric gear shift
indicator show what creative designers we have. The RON FRANCIS
Company is a competitive participant in these programs every year
and maintains that status through design and development of new
products on a regular basis!!
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Wiring
Harness by Ron Francis