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I was cleaning out an old barn, mainly looking for old tools and came across this.
A primitive window defroster fully intact in it's original wooden box with all hardware and instructions.
No date anywhere, but I'm thinking it's from the 1930's - 40's ?
In the instructions it refers to 12 volts, so that could help narrow it down a bit.
When was 12 volts introduced into the auto industry ?
I can answer one question , 12 volt started in chevy land mid 50's 1955. I will assume all GM products followed.. Fords did not start till 1964 I believe. Chrysler was 1956 OR 1957. I have never seen what you have posted...
I can answer one question , 12 volt started in chevy land mid 50's 1955. I will assume all GM products followed.. Fords did not start till 1964 I believe. Chrysler was 1956 OR 1957. I have never seen what you have posted...
You might be interested to know that Oldsmobile started 12 volt in 1953. I would say"Chevy land" was a follower, not a leader.
You might be interested to know that Oldsmobile started 12 volt in 1953. I would say"Chevy land" was a follower, not a leader.
My very first car was a 1953 Olds 88 and it defiantly had a 12v system. My aunt had a retired and parked 1952 Olds 98 that I scavenged parts from. It was 12v also because I used the generator, starter and wonder bar radio and other miscellaneous stuff from it. Also got the 4bbl carb and intake from it. Maybe a few 1952's got out the door with 12v systems.
It sounds like a fascinating find! The 12-volt electrical system became standard in automobiles in the early 1950s, replacing the earlier 6-volt systems. So, your defroster is likely from the 1950s or later. I recently used https://ukwritings.com/buy-essay to purchase an essay, and the experience was amazing! The writer understood my needs and delivered a well-written, insightful essay that exceeded my expectations. The process was simple, and the essay was delivered on time. The quality of the work was exceptional, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I would highly recommend this service to anyone looking to buy an essay.
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