MSD 6A install location??
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MSD 6A install location??
I am going to install the MSD 6A and I am searching for the best location. The engine and transmission are out of the car and I don't see anywhere in the engine compartment that looks like a good mounting location. I am considering installing it under the drivers seat.
Does anyone have a suggested location that worked well?
Thanks in advance!
Does anyone have a suggested location that worked well?
Thanks in advance!
Racer
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I'm running a 6AL in my 69. I put it between the headlights, in front of the radiator. I mounted it on a plate I made, and I used some rubber isolators. Not an issue in about 7 years now.
Last edited by USAFVeteran; Sep 16, 2016 at 02:07 AM.
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Thanks again.
BTW- I am also a USAF veteran. I did jet engine overhaul on the GE J85 jet engine for the T38A Talon.
Thank you for your service.
Cheers!
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This is where mine is, but mine is bolted directly to some metal up there. Nice and secret. The wires are run alongside the headlight vacuum lines. (78 MY)
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Don't mind the dust on the car, I have to pull the transmission back out, and the rest of the car is suffering for it 
From the drivers side, obviously looking down
MSD1.jpg
Straight down in front
MSD2.jpg
Through center grill, up angle just a bit
MSD3.jpg
From access hole under drivers side headlight, looking to the right side
MSD4.jpg
From the drivers side, obviously looking down
MSD1.jpg
Straight down in front
MSD2.jpg
Through center grill, up angle just a bit
MSD3.jpg
From access hole under drivers side headlight, looking to the right side
MSD4.jpg
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Mounted mine up front, between the headlights, as well. Sealed all the joints on the box with clear silicone to keep any moisture out. Been good there for a number of years now with no issues.
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Don't mind the dust on the car, I have to pull the transmission back out, and the rest of the car is suffering for it
From the drivers side, obviously looking down
MSD1.jpg
Straight down in front
MSD2.jpg
Through center grill, up angle just a bit
MSD3.jpg
From access hole under drivers side headlight, looking to the right side
MSD4.jpg
From the drivers side, obviously looking down
MSD1.jpg
Straight down in front
MSD2.jpg
Through center grill, up angle just a bit
MSD3.jpg
From access hole under drivers side headlight, looking to the right side
MSD4.jpg
Thanks again for taking the time to add pictures!
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On my 68, I put it behind the passenger side dash pad. No AC car, it had plenty of room and will not be exposed to the heat of the engine compartment. It not like you have to adjust it much once you set it up.
Last edited by Lobzila; Sep 17, 2016 at 07:49 AM.
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It won't be hard to do, and the wires will be easy to route. Be sure to take in to consideration where everything will be when it all goes back together. That's why my small trans cooler has bent fins, I didn't do that. Missed it by that much(~~~~)
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MEH, had one once, put it on two cars.....a Pontiac, and noted no difference in performance....
put it on my '72 vette, did better with a stock HEI.....don't waste your money....serious....
put it on my '72 vette, did better with a stock HEI.....don't waste your money....serious....
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I am going to install the MSD 6A and I am searching for the best location. The engine and transmission are out of the car and I don't see anywhere in the engine compartment that looks like a good mounting location. I am considering installing it under the drivers seat.
Does anyone have a suggested location that worked well?
Thanks in advance!
Does anyone have a suggested location that worked well?
Thanks in advance!
This is my location.
