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Re: Advantages of 12 volt systems
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 5/29/2003

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Hi Mike

In the early 60s I was taught by several GM instructors that the main reason for the shift to 12 Volts was better ignition. Could not get good ignition with 6 volts. Dropped to almost 5 when... Login to read more.