B-rad, yes, I’m in Tucson occasionally in the winter, and it’s not that far by AZ distances. I’m sitting in the house outside Seattle, looking at a thermometer outside that says 33*, mixed rain and snow all day. I’m wondering why in h— I’m here.

Somewhere along the line you’ll need to figure out that AC compressor. On another site it was mentioned that that style compressor was often directly driven, and solenoid valves unloaded it when the a/c cycled off. Could have been mechanical or electrical solenoids. But since retaining the a/c is a major item in AZ that’s part of the question.

Classic Auto Air (I’ve got one of theirs in my bird) also has a separate restoration side in Tampa. Might be worth a call to them for planning and information purposes.

https://www.classicautoair.com/air-conditioning-restoration-repair-services-by-classic-auto-air/

miker
55 bird, 32 cabrio F code
Kent, WA
Tucson, AZ

I am with "Ford Dearborn".  Given the power accessories and AC, you are much better off keeping the 6 volt system.  As I said before, your Lincoln equipped with factory AC should have the larger 60 amp high output generator which, if in good condition should be fine for your charging needs.  In addition, the original style Group 2N 6 volt battery is not readily available (unless you want to pay about $500.00 for one) and was a bit short on cold cranking amps anyway.  I am using the larger Group 2 6 volt commercial battery from NAPA and it has many more cranking amps than the 2N anyway.  I have three of the Napa Group 2 6 volt batteries in all of my cars with the same high output generator that you should have and I have never had a charging or starting problem.  My power seat and windows work just fine.  When I am not driving I keep the cars on a 6 volt trickle "Battery Tender" so my batteries are always fully charged.  The "Battery Tender" also extends the life of the batteries so long as you maintain the water level in the batteries.  

Thanks Alan. It seems to be a lot easier to keep it 6 volt, especially if it has the higher output gen. There's always the option of going with the 6 volt alternator also. I still have to dig through the parts to find the gen to verify it is indeed the 60 amp gen. I just know zero about positive ground but it's probably easier to research that than it would be to convert to 12 volt. Not looking at installing a new stereo or gps or anything like that. The wiring is quite brittle from sitting so I'll probably do a rewire regardless. At least what isn't any good. Some of it may be okay.
As far as a 6 v battery, I don't know where to find one but once again, research. Can I still go with a pertronics ignition with 6 volt or do I need to stick with points etc?

Brad
Sierra Vista Arizona
1954 Lincoln Capri