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Re: 12 volt vs 24 volt
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 3/20/2010

Think of what happens when you convert an old 6 volt system to 12v. Traditionally the starter (6v) is left intact. They spin faster, and so long as the engine is in good order, start fine, and the starters will last.

My first thought is obviously voltage dro... Login to read more.