12 Volt carb on a 6 Volt system

[Thomba48]

Just an interesting question to the electric minded guys in the forum:
Would it be possible to connect a 12 Volt carb (the choke of course) to an original 6 Volt positive ground set-up, e.g. by using a voltage converter?

thanks

[dpollo]

Sure you could connect it, but that does not mean it will work.  This seems like a very cumbersome way to accomplish something that is less effective than what your car had as original equipment.

[greg g]

Does the electric connection close the choke or pull it open as temp goes normal while driving?

[Plymouthy Adams]

17 hours ago, Thomba48 said:

Just an interesting question to the electric minded guys in the forum:
Would it be possible to connect a 12 Volt carb (the choke of course) to an original 6 Volt positive ground set-up, e.g. by using a voltage converter?

thanks

do the forum a favor and post what carb and choke you are referring to...may mean all the difference in the answer you get...as for stepping up 6 to 12 you best look close at the required amperage to do this....

[DJ194950]

A stock manifold choke 6volt choke setup has worked fine on my car 12 volt for several years, just make sure to run a 10gauge or a least 12g. as it does draw some amps. It only is electrically activated when cranking the motor over, after that the temperature spring inside of unit will keep it somewhat closed (temp dependent) until the manifold heats it up where it will gradually open.

Very basic description.

If different that a stock carb/choke - then as Plymouthy says- it all depends--

DJ

Edited August 6, 2017 by DJ194950

[Thomba48]

Thanks - the matter is closed (I still have found no way to delete posts that I once initiated in the end). I have been talking to many local guys and my thoughts (that I not even put into the right words) need to go back into the drawing board for further clarifications. 

 

thanks again