Accel Now making OPti??
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Accel Now making OPti...
Thought I would share with you guys that accel is now making a replacement OPTI Spark. Don't know any specifics, but it looks like its reasonably priced. ~269 dollars.
Might help some people out if they are in the market.
p/n ACC-59125
Might help some people out if they are in the market.
p/n ACC-59125
Last edited by ski_dwn_it; Mar 19, 2006 at 09:25 PM.
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That info has been around since last month.I will wait before I recommend any Accel product.Way to many negative posts about ther products for my liking.Still have yet to hear anyting on the MSD one either they keep pushing the release date back on it like they did with the cap&rotor.I will wait for someone to be a guenea pig since I already have a tried and true Dynaspark on my car.
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Originally Posted by Pete K
There is alot involved to building one from scratch. I have a hunch that the Accel is a reboxed GM with an Accel sticker.
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If you look around enough you can find bad things about every product you purchase for performance.
I have been running their accel gen7 for a year now and have to say its probably one of the most quality built and assembled units (wiring harness etc) that I have seen. And their customer service when I had questions was TOP notch as well.
Like I said, if you look long enough or are determined enough there are people that will always have an "issue".
Even some of the best names like Crower, MSD, oliver, AFR, ARP, HOLLEY etc.
I have been running their accel gen7 for a year now and have to say its probably one of the most quality built and assembled units (wiring harness etc) that I have seen. And their customer service when I had questions was TOP notch as well.
Like I said, if you look long enough or are determined enough there are people that will always have an "issue".
Even some of the best names like Crower, MSD, oliver, AFR, ARP, HOLLEY etc.
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jesse, quite true. i probably shouldn't have been so quick to make that statement. we can even add there's plenty wrong with OE parts due to overseas mfr. and quality control, especially lately like clutch master and slave cylinders, iac valves, etc. 
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I'm leery of some Accell products, too, with the exception of their ignition wires. Still, I'm glad to see there's a reasonably priced Opti alternative out there.
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Looks like it doesn't fit 1992-94 models, either...
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/P...Browse/s-10101
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/P...Browse/s-10101
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Looks like it doesn't fit 1992-94 models, either...
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/P...Browse/s-10101
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/P...Browse/s-10101
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Originally Posted by jrzvette
If its a replacement for the Gen2 opti the price is good but not that great a bargain. Summit, for example, has the tried and true OEM Gen2 for $290. They have the Gen1 for $380. (Why the poorer design is more expensive is something I can't figure out). Considering how much work is involved in replacing an opti I wouldn't want to be the first kid on my block to try an untested product. Let one of the monthly Corvette mags try it first.
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Originally Posted by ski_dwn_it
Thought I would share with you guys that accel is now making a replacement OPTI Spark. Don't know any specifics, but it looks like its reasonably priced. ~269 dollars.
Might help some people out if they are in the market.
p/n ACC-59125
Might help some people out if they are in the market.
p/n ACC-59125
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Originally Posted by RONR
JC Whitney has it for 199.00 95-96 corvette
Re/ the aftermarket ones, were I to take a chance on one, I'd much rather have the MSD. Even though it's $100 more than the Accel, I'm betting it's worth it. Count me as one who's not been impressed with Accel's electrical products over the years. I've just seen too many failures.
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I HATE this thread......I just replaced my opti a few weeks back & all that was available was the GM piece from GM for $470.!!!!! 
I figured thats all that was available for my Gen 1 opti. Damn it!!
I figured thats all that was available for my Gen 1 opti. Damn it!!
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Originally Posted by RONR
JC Whitney has it for 199.00 95-96 corvette
From theweb page.....
PERFORMANCE DISTRIBUTOR
Perfect-fit and affordable replacement for your failure-prone GM Opti-Spark II Distributor
New polished aluminum housing with heavy-duty Oil lite bushings
High dielectric strength glass-reinforced cap
Epoxy over mold and brass contacts
Balanced rotor and cross-flow vent design
Includes new pin drive shaft seals and installation hardware. Fits: BUICK-94-1/2-96 Roadmaster 5.7L LT-1 V8; CADILLAC-94-1/2-96 Fleetwood 5.7L LT-1 V8; CHEVROLET-94-1/2-96 Caprice 4.3L, 5.7L; 94-1/2-96 Impala SS 5.7L LT-1 V8; 95-97 Camaro 5.7L LT-1/LT-4 V8, 95-96 Corvette 5.7L LT-1/LT-4 V8; PONTIAC-95-97 Firebird 5.7L LT-1/LT-4 V8..
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Originally Posted by 81c3
I HATE this thread......I just replaced my opti a few weeks back & all that was available was the GM piece from GM for $470.!!!!!
I figured thats all that was available for my Gen 1 opti. Damn it!!
I figured thats all that was available for my Gen 1 opti. Damn it!!
Here's the link.
Superior
Last edited by Corvette Kid; Mar 20, 2006 at 06:20 PM.
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Originally Posted by RONR
From theweb page.....
with heavy-duty Oil lite bushings..
with heavy-duty Oil lite bushings..
I prefer the ball bearing.
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Originally Posted by Corvette Kid NC
Don't ever get gouged at your local dealer again for your Vette parts. Call Superior Chevrolet and ask for Chris in parts. Tell him you're a forum member and you'll get great deals. They're a forum sponsor.
Here's the link.
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Here's the link.
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Originally Posted by Corvette Kid NC
Don't ever get gouged at your local dealer again for your Vette parts. Call Superior Chevrolet and ask for Chris in parts. Tell him you're a forum member and you'll get great deals. They're a forum sponsor.
Here's the link.
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Here's the link.
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I hear ya & thanks for the advice. I just compared it to the Mid America price & figured by the time I added in shipping, the #'s would be darn close anyway, so why not get one right away & not have to wait........
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Originally Posted by 81c3
I hear ya & thanks for the advice. I just compared it to the Mid America price & figured by the time I added in shipping, the #'s would be darn close anyway, so why not get one right away & not have to wait........