Portable 6 volt jump starter - Discussion Forums
WEBJun 13, 2019 · I have a 1949 Chevy Fleetline which is all original. I have elected to keep the original 6 volt electrical system and I keep it plugged into a 6 volt battery tender when stored in my garage. The problem is I need a portable 6 volt battery jump starter to carry with me in the car in case of battery failure when I am out on the road.
6 Volt Portable battery jump stater - Discussion Forums
WEBAug 2, 2013 · Looking to buy a BATTERY BUTLER 6 Volt Portable Battery Jump Starter.Lectric Limited Inc. does not sell/make these anymore.Call me at 616-682-1337 EST. MichiganThank you Pete.
Jumping a 6v with a 12v - Antique Automobile Club of America
WEBSep 1, 2017 · If the car is positive ground, you will connect the ground cable (+) to the engine or to the ground cable and the (-) to the battery -. This cuts the 6v battery out of the system as one side is disconnected. Be sure all lights radio etc are turned off. Start engine then quickly disconnect the booster ground and stick the battery ground back on.
6 Volt Jump with 12 Volt portable Jumper - Discussion Forums
WEBAug 31, 2013 · Check battery condition. Most battery stores like NTB can check the capacity of the battery as well as its condition. Even a fairly new battery can fail. Check for bad or undersized cables. Connect a volt meter between the NEG battery terminal and the terminal on the starter, crank the engine with the ignition off. Read the voltmeter.
jumping a 6volt pos ground battery with a 12volt jump box
WEBFeb 23, 2013 · 1) remember a stock 6v Mopar is POSITIVE GROUND meaning the battery is connected "backwards". Be sure your jump box connection goes + to + and - to -. 2) First method. Disconnect the ground from the battery, connect the jumper, start the car, quickly take off the jumper and stick the ground cable back on before the car stalls.
6 Volt battery- jumping - Technical - Antique Automobile Club of ...
WEBJun 9, 2013 · There are 2 good methods. 1st disconnect the ground cable off the 6V battery, start the engine with the 12V jumper cables, take off the cables and quickly stick the 6V cable back on the battery before the engine stalls. This cuts the 6V battery completely out of the circuit for safety.
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WEBMar 28, 2017 · Today I bought a lithium ion booster battery made for jump starting cars. For up to 5 liter gas engines or 2.5 liter diesel.It is a 750 amp, about the same as a typical car battery. It measures 7" X 3 1/4" X 1 3/4". They also had a 1500 amp job which is larger.
Jump start 6-volt car with 12 volt battery - Discussion Forums
WEBMar 16, 2005 · This eliminates the danger of battery explosion when current surges into the 6V battery. Once the jumper is connected, turn on the ignition and quickly crank the car until it starts. Do not delay or the 12 V could damage the instruments. As soon as the engine starts, disconnect the jumper and jam the lead back onto the 6V battery terminal.
6 or 12 volt? - Buick - Post War - Discussion Forums
WEBNov 25, 2009 · Short term, I have a portable radio and a small 12 volt booster pack to run it. Long term I have a 6 volt to 12 volt on it's way from Charles Meyer ( 6V to 12V Converter ) They can be found a lot cheaper but I like the 8 amp capacity and the built in relay so the stereo's clock and amp circuits can be wired correctly.
8 volt battery - General Discussion - Antique Automobile Club of ...
WEBOct 19, 2011 · Members. 56. Posted October 20, 2011. Correct. The eight volt battery is just a Band aid for some usually minor problem. Use proper six volt cables, not twelve, and be sure all connections are clean and tight. If a six volt battery in good condition still won't get the engine turning enough to start, fix the starter.