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Old Sep 13, 2003 | 07:21 PM
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Anyone here using the MSD 6A or MSD 6AL ? Is this the same as the Pertronix or Crane (ie: replaces the point with an electronic gizmo) ?

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Old Sep 13, 2003 | 09:21 PM
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I have been running an MSD 6al for over a year or so, and like it very much....smooth starting and very reliable idle. Most of the CCC boyz here in Colorado run them also. Check the archives, and you will see that this has been a topic over the years, and that many folks are running them. It is NOT a Pertronix in the least, but is a magnetic pickup system. Its an easy installation, and the box can be "hidden" any number of places. :yesnod:

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Old Sep 13, 2003 | 10:09 PM
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So it does away with (or replaces) your points and condenser ?

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Old Sep 14, 2003 | 12:52 AM
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So it does away with (or replaces) your points and condenser ?

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The 6A or 6AL box doesn't replace the points or condensor but the MSD distributor does. The box can be used with any distributor, points or electronic, but it's wiring is set up for "plug `n play" with the MSD unit.
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Old Sep 14, 2003 | 08:38 AM
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What is the price of the MSD 6A ? Price of the MSD distributor ?
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Old Sep 14, 2003 | 10:17 AM
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I am very satisfied with MSD, installed 5 years ago troble free ......... :thumbs: for best price go to" JEGS"......The distrbuter comes with mechanical tach drive & vac advance............worked for me. :thumbs: :seeya :steering: :flag
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Old Sep 14, 2003 | 12:35 PM
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id like to hear where you guys are mounting the box. pics too if any of you guys have em.
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id like to hear where you guys are mounting the box. pics too if any of you guys have em.
I mounted mine on the driver's side fender well just above the washer tank so it wouldn't be too conspicous. I did need to extend the lead to reach the battery on the passenger side.

Kenmo, Summit lists the distributor for $287, the 6AL box for $196.
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Old Sep 14, 2003 | 02:22 PM
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Mine is back in the passenger side fender well above the battery. No lead extensions and you have to look for it.

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thats cool. wasnt sure how many guys were using them. i love mine on the mopar i have. made 110% difference, but ive been hesitant to do it on the 66.
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I wonder how the Mallory distributor compares.....
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