12 to 6V regulator 15A??

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Axel23

Joined Mar 27, 2010
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Working on converting a old truck from 6V to 12V.
I dont know what the amperage draw is from the blower motor. The truck is at a remote location. so I was looking at designing a regulated supply capable of providing at most 15A at 6V.
Having a hard time locating a schematic that uses common regulators I have in stock, that are capable of that high current rating.
I envision three separate circuits, 2 5A circuits with one 15A. I will fuse them and have an LED before the fuse to indicate a intact fuse.
Not alot on this truck thats needed. Should cover everything.
I am not real familar with paralleling regulators, but is it possible to use multiple 317's to accomplish this?
Does anyone have a schematic handy for this? Or references I can look at to lead me in the right path?
Thanks!
 

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