SCREW THAT!!!!!!!! I'll go with the MSD. Thanks for the info!!
Opti-spark 1 vs. 2??
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Cruising
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Opti-spark 1 vs. 2??
I'm wanting to upgrade my ignition but it seems there is not a lot of choices for the 93 with the opti-spark 1. There are plenty to chose from for the opti 2. What's the difference between the two, and can I put a 2 on mine?
Melting Slicks
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How about a Dynaspark? I've put one in my 96' and one in a 93' as well, nice pieces.
There are multiple reports of MSD units being bad right out of the box, including one that I replaced on a 93'.
There are multiple reports of MSD units being bad right out of the box, including one that I replaced on a 93'.
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Cruising
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Thanks for the info. I haven't looked into the Dynaspark, but I will. We put an Accel kit on a friend of mines T/A LT-1 last weekend, damn what a difference!! It came with a complete distributor and a control box. They dont make one for the early opti.
I've never cared much for Accel, but I was very impressed with this set up! Any more opinions or experences(with optisparks!)? Thanks
I've never cared much for Accel, but I was very impressed with this set up! Any more opinions or experences(with optisparks!)? Thanks
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Racer
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From: stanwood wash
dynaspark
i put a dynaspark in my 94'......and it runs like a turpentined tomcat. starts after 1/2 revolution. every time, all the time. have been very satisfied with it, especially with the consistancy of its operation.
Racer
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Can't you just change the dowel in the camshaft instead of an new camshaft? Anyway on a related note, I have a spare LT1 I am thinking of putting in my truck, switching it to carb and distributor, will a regular gen I timing cover bolt to an LT1? Electric water pump obviously will be used and gen1 timing set.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Bowling Green KY
Yep, same here. Whether it's the opti or a combination of that w/ other things, I've never seen a vehicle start quicker (as long as I have some pressure in the rail - but that's a different story).
Pro
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http://www.nookandtranny.com/Info_LT1.html
My vette is a 93 and I picked up an opti and timing cover from a 95 yesterday for a song. Why do I get myself into these messes ?
Here's a link or an alternative: http://www.fierolt1.com/lt1_95_up_OptiReplace.htm
Last edited by ChrisWhewell; Apr 1, 2009 at 11:12 AM. Reason: added link
