Accel Opti-Spark
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From: Trumbull CT
May want to wait on MSD
The optical portion on my gen 1 ('92) factory opti is not fully working. I bought a gen 1 MSD opti to replace it, but it arrived with a hole in the top of the case, where the Air inlet port was supposed to be. Called MSD and they confirmed that it was a mistake. I returned it. I figure if something that obvious got by QC, I just can't risk using the product, considering the labor to install it. Also, the machining of the aluminum case seemed crude.
Dynaspark has been backordered on gen 1's. Seems like they are a very small shop, so there may be some risk there, on future service & support.
Only other alternative is another non-vented factory opti, gulp, but at least that is covered 12mo/12k, if I have the local Chevy dealer install it. They have a great vette mechanic, he says he has not had one come back, and I see some forums that say the factory opti problems are overblown.
Not sure what to do, but need to do something soon, the vette is not fun when it hesitates intermitantly...
Dynaspark has been backordered on gen 1's. Seems like they are a very small shop, so there may be some risk there, on future service & support.
Only other alternative is another non-vented factory opti, gulp, but at least that is covered 12mo/12k, if I have the local Chevy dealer install it. They have a great vette mechanic, he says he has not had one come back, and I see some forums that say the factory opti problems are overblown.
Not sure what to do, but need to do something soon, the vette is not fun when it hesitates intermitantly...
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Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Manama Bahrain
Originally Posted by Impala Balko
I just checked on summit and they want 499.98 for the MSD opti. And if thier opti is as bad as thier blaster 2 coil's or thier 6a boxes then they are probably junk.
Melting Slicks
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From: Auburn MA
Originally Posted by honda hunter
Ive seen one that someone took apart to inspect. It looks pretty impressive granted we dont have many options anyway. I hope Accel and MSD do really well. We need them to do really well lol. I would love to see the insides of the Accel.
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Honda hunter was charged $307 for a rebuild because the inside of the distributor was saturated with oil, and there was actual dirt pieces inside the distributor. Everything needed to be replaced (except the housing.) I feel that it is necessary to explain the cost because I do not want our customers to assume that everyone pays that much for a rebuild. Not only are rebuilds extremely rare but they can also cost as little as $80. I just want you to be informed.
Le Mans Master
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From: Central Maryland
Originally Posted by DYNASPARK
Honda hunter was charged $307 for a rebuild because the inside of the distributor was saturated with oil, and there was actual dirt pieces inside the distributor. Everything needed to be replaced (except the housing.) I feel that it is necessary to explain the cost because I do not want our customers to assume that everyone pays that much for a rebuild. Not only are rebuilds extremely rare but they can also cost as little as $80. I just want you to be informed.
Be well,
SJW
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Burning Brakes
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From: Colorado Springs CO
Originally Posted by DYNASPARK
Honda hunter was charged $307 for a rebuild because the inside of the distributor was saturated with oil, and there was actual dirt pieces inside the distributor. Everything needed to be replaced (except the housing.) I feel that it is necessary to explain the cost because I do not want our customers to assume that everyone pays that much for a rebuild. Not only are rebuilds extremely rare but they can also cost as little as $80. I just want you to be informed.
Great info
Any news on the GEN III?
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Ttime
Great info
Any news on the GEN III?
Thanks!
Any news on the GEN III?
Thanks!
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Burning Brakes
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From: Colorado Springs CO
Originally Posted by DYNASPARK
The Gen III is finished and ready for public sale. We hired a professional graphic designer to redo our website with a shopping cart, it will have more information once the new website is uploaded. We will have pictures of each product as well as a few new surprises.
I can't wait to see pics
Last edited by Ttime; Aug 14, 2006 at 11:14 PM.
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From: Manama Bahrain
Originally Posted by DYNASPARK
Honda hunter was charged $307 for a rebuild because the inside of the distributor was saturated with oil, and there was actual dirt pieces inside the distributor. Everything needed to be replaced (except the housing.) I feel that it is necessary to explain the cost because I do not want our customers to assume that everyone pays that much for a rebuild. Not only are rebuilds extremely rare but they can also cost as little as $80. I just want you to be informed.
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Originally Posted by honda hunter
I'm not complaining. Just never expected to have to pay that much but I didnt have a problem paying it. At the moment options are limited and I dont want Delteq or LTCC so Ill stick with you guys until otherwise. Also my post wasnt ment as a flame to Dynaspark or you. I didnt see anything wrong with posting what I paid.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Auburn MA
The Gen III Opti is that the kit that gets rid of the opti spark ignition completely. If so how much and when can I get it and is it a simple bolt-on type application or do i have to take the motor apart to do this. Can I just upgrade to the Gen III Opti without buying any other Gen II optis or anything. I am asking this because I was told by my mechanic that my opti doesnt have too much longer and I was thinking about getting rid of it if i can.
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Originally Posted by Impala Balko
The Gen III Opti is that the kit that gets rid of the opti spark ignition completely. If so how much and when can I get it and is it a simple bolt-on type application or do i have to take the motor apart to do this. Can I just upgrade to the Gen III Opti without buying any other Gen II optis or anything. I am asking this because I was told by my mechanic that my opti doesnt have too much longer and I was thinking about getting rid of it if i can.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 777
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From: Fort Worth Texas
opti spark
Originally Posted by crollr
The optical portion on my gen 1 ('92) factory opti is not fully working. I bought a gen 1 MSD opti to replace it, but it arrived with a hole in the top of the case, where the Air inlet port was supposed to be. Called MSD and they confirmed that it was a mistake. I returned it. I figure if something that obvious got by QC, I just can't risk using the product, considering the labor to install it. Also, the machining of the aluminum case seemed crude.
Dynaspark has been backordered on gen 1's. Seems like they are a very small shop, so there may be some risk there, on future service & support.
Only other alternative is another non-vented factory opti, gulp, but at least that is covered 12mo/12k, if I have the local Chevy dealer install it. They have a great vette mechanic, he says he has not had one come back, and I see some forums that say the factory opti problems are overblown.
Not sure what to do, but need to do something soon, the vette is not fun when it hesitates intermitantly...
Dynaspark has been backordered on gen 1's. Seems like they are a very small shop, so there may be some risk there, on future service & support.
Only other alternative is another non-vented factory opti, gulp, but at least that is covered 12mo/12k, if I have the local Chevy dealer install it. They have a great vette mechanic, he says he has not had one come back, and I see some forums that say the factory opti problems are overblown.
Not sure what to do, but need to do something soon, the vette is not fun when it hesitates intermitantly...
Intermediate
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 37
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From: Trumbull CT
I went with the Dynaspark Gen 1. Apparently no longer red, mine is black, with a factory looking mustard cap cover. I was surprised to see the external RTV around the case. I thought the case itself was designed to be liquid proof, but maybe that is just extra protection. Had local vette mechanic install it. Also new wires, plugs, and a couple of seals on timing cover. Running well. Only issue is a couple of times, during rolling stops, when restarting in second gear, I got some hesistation at low RPM's. I can't recreate it though. Not sure what might cause that. No general hesitation issues after warmup, like I had with the old one, so big improvement.