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Starter Conversion

Started by d. Leverich, June 25, 2019, 12:35:13 PM

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d. Leverich

I have a 36 Lasalle with a flathead 8. I'm doing a 12 volt conversion. Does anyone know if there is a starter that will fit? DL

Bob Hoffmann CLC#96

There is NO 12V starter that will fit your car. Just use it as is.
1968 Eldorado slick top ,white/red interior
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1959Fleetwood

Hello Dennis,

I agree with Bob, just leave it as it is. The 6 volt starter connected to a 12 volt system will give your engine a higher starting RPM and therefore easier to fire up even if your engine has a weak compression. You can also leave the horns as is because like the starter you use them only temporarely. The sound however is enough to wake your neighbours on a Sunday morning...  My 74 ElCamino has 1941 Cadillac horns, great sound !  ;)

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1941 Cadillac series 6227D
1953 Cadillac series 6237
1959 Cadillac series 6029
1969 Chevrolet ElCamino

d. Leverich

Thanks for the info. The problem I am having however is I have to replace the solenoid. The one I have has no wiring to it so I need the wiring diagram for it as well when I find a solenoid.

Denis L