Installing an inexpensive 6 to 12 volt converter

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   My CJ2A still has the stock 6 volt system, and I'm fine with it. But I've wanted to be able to run a GPS or charge my cell phone. I found out about a simple 6 to 12 volt step up converter, so I got one. Here is a short video about it and the installation on my jeep. 

https://youtu.be/_qogIyOrLFU

Some folks have had good luck wiring an outlet directly into the 6v system. I tried that last year, but my phone woudn't charge that way. This is a simple solution for me.

Edited by ndnchf - 01 Jan. 2022 at 5:41am

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ndnchf Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Sponsor Member x 2 Joined: 22 Sep. 2017 Location: Virginia Status: Offline Points: 2177	Post Options Post Reply Quote ndnchf Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Installing an inexpensive 6 to 12 volt converter Posted: 31 Dec. 2021 at 3:53pm
	My CJ2A still has the stock 6 volt system, and I'm fine with it. But I've wanted to be able to run a GPS or charge my cell phone. I found out about a simple 6 to 12 volt step up converter, so I got one. Here is a short video about it and the installation on my jeep. https://youtu.be/_qogIyOrLFU Some folks have had good luck wiring an outlet directly into the 6v system. I tried that last year, but my phone woudn't charge that way. This is a simple solution for me. Edited by ndnchf - 01 Jan. 2022 at 5:41am
	1948 CJ2A - It goes nowhere fast, but anywhere slow.

outlw21 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 06 Aug. 2017 Location: bakersfield CA Status: Offline Points: 240	Post Options Post Reply Quote outlw21 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 31 Dec. 2021 at 11:56pm
	Did the same installation on my CJ2A

ndnchf Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Sponsor Member x 2 Joined: 22 Sep. 2017 Location: Virginia Status: Offline Points: 2177	Post Options Post Reply Quote ndnchf Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 01 Jan. 2022 at 6:01am
	FYI, this is the converter I used. 6V to 12V Step Up Converter, DROK DC 5V-11V to 12V Boost Converter Voltage Regulator Module 3A 36W Volt Transformer Power Supply for Car Stereo Radio by DROK Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L90B3RI/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_imm_awdb_BY6WC15SECW0SFP9RCSR
	1948 CJ2A - It goes nowhere fast, but anywhere slow.

43 Flat-Fender Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 22 Sep. 2020 Location: Louisville, KY Status: Offline Points: 112	Post Options Post Reply Quote 43 Flat-Fender Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 10 Jan. 2022 at 6:36pm
	I like it! The video is very nice too Steve. I did the same thing a couple of years ago. I decided to go with the 10 Amp version since I have a couple more things to power at 12V. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018QPW6HA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 And then I added this for the added flexibility of using up to 150W at 120V as well. (I've just used it for my wall charger for my phone so far.) With the 120V AC option, the "Wall charger" will "Fast Charge" my phone. The USB outlets alone will only "slow charge" unfortunately. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q5CXVF3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I also did what you did; 6V to 12V Converter >>> Double Lighter Outlet Plug >>> 150W Power Inverter with 120V AC and USB The same 10 Amp 6V to 12V Converter powers a CB Radio and a GMRS Radio! I installed a 7 Amp fuse for the input of the 6V to 12V Converter and a 5 Amp Fuse on the output. Neither has ever blow. It makes the jeep so much more user friendly and keeps the original 6V system intact.
	*Rob* GPW 94445 (DOD 01-25-43) Built in Louisville KY Engine: MB341746 "Faithful Steed" since 1967