Gains with MSD 6a box?

Casper5.0 · 07-12-2001, 01:44 AM

howdy,

I was wondring how much and msd box actually helps? Anyone actually seen gains by using one? Any input is appreciated.

07-12-2001, 11:37 AM

No you really wont feel or see much IF ANY benefit from the MSD system, maybe idle might improve or throttle response.

This is really a component that is a benefit in the bigger picture. Higher Performance parts down the road (or currently, I don't know if your case) will appreciate the improved accuracy of a MSD ignition system. As they say, every little bit counts. This is one of those small 'bits' that helps when combined with several other small 'bits'.

Some may claim a tenth or two from installing an aftermarket system, but I would say their cars probably needed a severe tune-up to begin with.

-regards
James

Dark_5.0 · 07-12-2001, 12:20 PM

I know a guy that installed one and ran the exact same.

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88 mustang gt convertible bored to 306 BBk equal length headers mac cold air fender kit cowl hood nitto drag radials ford racing clutch flow masters h-pipe 160* thermostat 16 degrees of timing electric fan off 94' t-bird jacobs electronics cap and wires. Edelbrock 1 1/2 inch drop springs.
best 60 ft 2.14, best 1/8th 9.65, best 1/4 15.2 @89mph, Stock gears and 3000+ Altitude

07-12-2001, 01:14 PM

Like stanglx347 said, the MSD box will not really give you any ET gains but it definately helps your throttle response. I "felt" the difference....but I didn't "see" it.

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'90 LX 5.0; 12K original miles (no sh*&); 3.55 gears; pulleys;Edelbrock Performer Heads; BBK shorties; MSD 6AL box w/ blaster 2 coil; Motorsport E303 cam; Pro-M 75mm MAF; BBK 70mm TB; Eibach spring kit; Southside welded subs; K&N cone filter charger; Hurst shifter; fiberglass turbo hood; A/C-less; rear seat-less; cat-less; 2 chamber Flos; Corbeau racing seats (fronts);
30# injectors; JMS Chip; 190 lb fp; TFS track heat Intake (12.299 @ 113)

07-12-2001, 01:44 AM	#1
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07-12-2001, 11:37 AM	#2
stanglx347 Guest Posts: n/a	No you really wont feel or see much IF ANY benefit from the MSD system, maybe idle might improve or throttle response. This is really a component that is a benefit in the bigger picture. Higher Performance parts down the road (or currently, I don't know if your case) will appreciate the improved accuracy of a MSD ignition system. As they say, every little bit counts. This is one of those small 'bits' that helps when combined with several other small 'bits'. Some may claim a tenth or two from installing an aftermarket system, but I would say their cars probably needed a severe tune-up to begin with. -regards James

07-12-2001, 12:20 PM	#3
Dark_5.0 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Staging lane Posts: 4,337	I know a guy that installed one and ran the exact same. ------------------ 88 mustang gt convertible bored to 306 BBk equal length headers mac cold air fender kit cowl hood nitto drag radials ford racing clutch flow masters h-pipe 160* thermostat 16 degrees of timing electric fan off 94' t-bird jacobs electronics cap and wires. Edelbrock 1 1/2 inch drop springs. best 60 ft 2.14, best 1/8th 9.65, best 1/4 15.2 @89mph, Stock gears and 3000+ Altitude

07-12-2001, 01:14 PM	#4
bada$$lx Guest Posts: n/a	Like stanglx347 said, the MSD box will not really give you any ET gains but it definately helps your throttle response. I "felt" the difference....but I didn't "see" it. ------------------ '90 LX 5.0; 12K original miles (no sh*&); 3.55 gears; pulleys;Edelbrock Performer Heads; BBK shorties; MSD 6AL box w/ blaster 2 coil; Motorsport E303 cam; Pro-M 75mm MAF; BBK 70mm TB; Eibach spring kit; Southside welded subs; K&N cone filter charger; Hurst shifter; fiberglass turbo hood; A/C-less; rear seat-less; cat-less; 2 chamber Flos; Corbeau racing seats (fronts); 30# injectors; JMS Chip; 190 lb fp; TFS track heat Intake (12.299 @ 113)