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Do I need a ballast resistor for the coil and do I have to do any thing with the gas gauge and amp gauge ???
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Yes to both questions. Patrick's has that in stock. But the amp guage stays stock Good luck. 
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Be sure the amp meter is compatible with the alt. or gen. you use.
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By that I meant will carry the current.
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Jumping in on your question 4door52: Would I need a step down for the stock heater blower motor in my '50 3100? This may have been answered here before, but I can't find it.
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Thanks Walt, I am rewiring completely as the original wires are very frayed even though all the systems work except for one parking lamp. A local starter rebuild shop may be able to help me on the heater motor.I've already disconnected and removed everything from under the dashboard  so the rest should be easy.LOL
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 Wiring it myself? Good one Walt.I'm new to this stuff so it's a kit from American Auto Wire,the Factory Fit people. I am very fortunate to live about 15 minutes by highway from their plant, so I just drove over, told them what I was doing, plopped down some $$ and wa-la, a kit for my 3100. And I didn't have to buy their expensive overloaded kit either because I'm not planning on adding a bunch of modern stuff. They're were very helpful and have a great tech group to rely on so I think I'll be ok on this project. And I have noted your advice too. Thanks.
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Dear Drew; Patrick's has the wiring diagrams & done many of these. Give them a call for more info. Good luck.
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go to speedwaymotors.com and look for their 6 to 12 volt conversion guide. its cheap, and has everything you need to know.
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Does anybody have a "kit" for 12 volt conversion? I'm going to be picking up a '49 4 door myself here soon and would like to upgrade. It would just make life easier if a kit was supplied with all the necessary bulbs, switches, drop downs, etc.
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Butch
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Dear Butch; It will be cheaper for you to buy, just what's needed. Patrick's catalog has the list. You can call me for help as I have done dozens over the years. Good luck.
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