HOW TO: 1946 chevy pickup truck 6 volt to 12 volt conversion

In this video, I walk through the complete process of converting a 1946 Chevy pickup truck from its original 6‑volt electrical system to a modern 12‑volt setup — a Christmas gift I built for my mom. This step‑by‑step upgrade improves reliability, starting power, lighting performance, and overall drivability while preserving the classic soul of this post‑war Chevy. Whether you're restoring a vintage Chevrolet Advance Design truck, tackling your first electrical overhaul, or just love old‑school American iron, this video breaks down the entire conversion in a clear, practical way. I cover everything from replacing the generator with an alternator, updating wiring and bulbs, choosing the right resistors, protecting gauges, and ensuring the truck stays safe and period‑correct. What You’ll Learn in This Video • How to safely remove the original 6‑volt components • The exact parts needed for a 12‑volt conversion • Wiring tips for classic Chevy trucks • How to protect original gauges and accessories • Upgrading headlights, ignition, and charging systems • Troubleshooting common issues during the swap • Final startup and system check This project meant a lot to me — restoring a piece of family history and giving it new life for my mom. If you enjoy classic truck builds, electrical upgrades, or sentimental restorations, you’ll love this one. If you found this helpful, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop a comment about your own classic truck projects! FIND MERCHANDISE HERE: www.LunarOutlaw.com INTERESTED IN SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL? Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, Check out the membership for additional content. -- Membership:    / @lunaroutlawsgarage   ---FOLLOW MY OTHER SOCIALS-- INSTAGRAM @LUNAROUTLAW FACEBOOK @LUNAROUTLAW TIKTOK @LUNAROUTLAW EMAIL: [email protected] Mailing address: LunarOutlaw's Garage P.O. Box 7 Averill Park NY, 12018 A big think you to ‪@vintageautogarage3461‬ and ‪@optimabatteries‬ for supplying the parts for this upgrade