1980 A100 - Can I go from 6V to 12V?

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1980 A100 - Can I go from 6V to 12V?

Post by VaganzaDan »

Hey guys,

I'm currently working on an old A100 that I've only just (finally) working again. I want to update/modernise a few things, like the instrument cluster, but I'm limited by the electrical system.

It's got a 6V system that I want to convert to a 12V system. This will open up so many more options for speedo, lights etc - there are way more 12V modern things out there!

What I want to know is: will I need to swap out the stator, or will the current one be enough to charge a 12V battery? Of course, I'll be swapping out the rectifier and globes etc for 12V equivelants. There's no risk of the starter motor cooking the system since the A100 is kickstart only.

There's probably something that I've not considered, so please let me know if I have!

Cheers,

Scotty
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Re: 1980 A100 - Can I go from 6V to 12V?

Post by rngdng »

The 12V stator will be the big problem, I'm afraid. I converted a TS400 to 12V but they actually had year models with a 12V system, so I swapped it out. I doubt that model ever had a 12V system. Good luck.
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Re: 1980 A100 - Can I go from 6V to 12V?

Post by jabcb »

They didn’t sell that model in the US.
Is there an online parts manual for your model year?
Can you post a wiring diagram for your model year?
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