12 Volt Generator

Would a 12 Volt generator off the 1960's-70's Cub Cadet lawn tractors fit an M? Do they have enough amperage?

Would a (gasp) John Deere 12 volt generator from the 20-30 series 2-cylinders be a better option fit and functionality wise?

Just pushing around the idea of doing a 12-Volt conversion using a generator.

Thanks

I'm going to guess "no" on the cub cadet. I am doing the same to my H, and pulled a 12v Genny off an old MD. I'll bet it bolts right up to an M. I haven't fit it to my H yet. It's getting tested right now and isn't back yet.

your 6v. gen will put out 12v. adjust the regulator or change it to a 12v model

1 Dollar, yes one off of a green one would work but you will want to paint it red real quick. Mike any other parts off the MD for sale?

Trying to get 14 volts out of a 6 volt generator will work for a while, but the 6 volt field coils have less resistance and the increased amperage will eventually burn up the points in the 12 volt regulator.

You ask:

Would a 12 Volt generator off the 1960's-70's Cub Cadet lawn tractors fit an M? Do they have enough amperage?

I dont have any part numbers or specs or data but my best guess is even if it works otherwise (which it likely can) its a low amperage unit as compared to say a 20 amp genny that a car or tractor would require. I doubt it has enough amperage to work as well as a standard 12 volt tractor genny which is more like in the 10 to 20 amp or more range....


Would a (gasp) John Deere 12 volt generator from the 20-30 series 2-cylinders be a better option fit and functionality wise?

Again, no part numbers or specs or data BUT I SAY THAT WOULD BE A FAR BETTER N CLOSER MATCH THEN THE LAWN TRACTOR UNIT

Just pushing around the idea of doing a 12-Volt conversion using a generator.

I would EITHER: Have a shop convert the 6 volt genny up to a 12 volt ORRRRRRRR get another good 12 volt genny OR you could go the alternator route. If you get a good Deere or other (many of any tractor brands still used Delco gennys) 12 volt I dont see much problem with that. Get a good 12 volt Voltage Regulator and wire it correct and polarize the genny n youre off to the races. Dont forget the ignition upgrade requirements and if you change polarity theres some simple to fix ammeter and coil wiring issues

John T

Forget about the Cub Cadet generator! It's a combination generator/starter and has a very low output - only 8 - 10 amps. OK for a lawn mower but inadequate for a working tractor - especially if it has lights. Also those starter/generators are not noted for their durability. And they are expensive to fix when they go bad!

The Deere generator will likely fit but you will need to swap pulleys. And I'm uncertain whether the Deere generator's shaft will be long enough to accomodate the IHC split pulley.

If you don't care about having the original type split pulley, pretty much any 12 volt generator will work. Many years ago I owned a Super M that the previous owner had converted to 12 volts. He used the generator and regulator from a late 50s, early 60s Chrysler car. It worked very good.

There is enough room under the hood of an M to allow you to tighten the belt the same way it would be done on a car. You will need to customize the mounting brackets a bit.

I just got an IH 12 volt Gen off ebay for about $45. Haven't tested it yet though...

Ben

I just got an IH 12 volt Gen off ebay for about $45. Haven't tested it yet though...

Ben

just take your generator to a rebuild shop and have them rebuild it to 12 volt that's what I did to my Oliver generator and for 135 bucks including the regulator it fit just like it was made for it.

install a 12 volt alternator with a built in regulator 76 to 84 chevy you won't be pleged with the costly problems of a generator