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GPS unit in 6V system
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Lawson Cox |
01-02-2010 @ 2:34 PM
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I have been advised that someone submitted an article either on this site or the Model A site about installing a GPS unit on a 6V car a while back, but I cannot locate it. Can anyone help me locate that article? or give me information pertaining to installing a Garmin GPS unit in my 35 PU which is still 6V. Thanks in advance for your help.
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admiral1960 |
01-02-2010 @ 5:19 PM
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I do not have info on GPS installation but I do have a voltage converter that converts 6 V + to 12 V - if you are interested. I used it to run a CB radio.
Allen E Michler AW1, USNR (10 yrs) LTC, TC, USAR (29 yrs)
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trjford8 |
01-03-2010 @ 8:33 AM
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As Allen has said most use an inverter to power 12 volt accessories.I think Mac's and other V-8 vendors sell them.I used one years ago to power a stereo n my 32 and it it worked well.You might also check with Radio Shack.
This message was edited by trjford8 on 1-3-10 @ 8:34 AM
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deluxe40 |
01-03-2010 @ 11:34 AM
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I used a "Power Inverter for Positive Ground Systems, #PGPI-HC", from Custom Autosound. See http://www.casmfg.com/Accessories.htm . It powered the GPS in our '40 coupe on our trip to Tacoma just fine.
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TomO |
01-04-2010 @ 8:12 AM
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Google the model number "PGPI-HC" as prices for this inverter vary from $59 to $99.
Tom
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c-gor |
01-05-2010 @ 9:45 AM
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Lawson Suggest you contact Ken Bounds. He lives in IL His e-mail is ken@boundshome.com. He has installed a GPS in his Ford Crestliner. He can provide you with all the info including the electrical convertor info. Good Luck!!
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39 Ken |
01-05-2010 @ 2:10 PM
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Lawson, If you decide to go with an inverter, check this link. Quality inverters and will build as you need it. http://www.6to12volt.com/
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one50ford |
01-05-2010 @ 3:47 PM
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Lawson, Google "GPS 6 volt, model A". You'll see a long forum discussion on this issue. MarkD
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Chevguy49Ford |
01-06-2010 @ 10:42 AM
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Are you talking about a permanent install or just using the unit in your car? My Garmin will run on it's battery for about four hours. I know this is not convenient for a long trip but I can't imagine I will ever drive the 49 even that far.
Cheers, Scott. 1949 Custom Tudor. http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e42/35thLE/49016.jpg
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Kens 36 |
01-06-2010 @ 12:33 PM
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Scott: You need to get out more:). Ken
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