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Jul 24, 2002 | 06:55 PM

dsg049c

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From: Finksburg MD

MSD 6AL

OK I just rebuilt my motor and trans... I think I need to add a MSD6AL because I had to go with 30lbs injectors. Now MSD recomends that when you install the MSD that you upgrade your cap and rotor with a performance cap and rotor with brass terminals. I have a 96 LT4 and the optispark cannot be upgraded only replaced.

1. Here is my question- Will the MSD burn up the cap and rotor in the stock optispark and will everything run ok with the MSD6AL.

2. Do I need the MSD?
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Jul 24, 2002 | 06:58 PM

James94LT1

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Re: MSD 6AL (dsg049c)

Yes the MSD will be just fine with your stock opti.

I've ran one on my car for about 4 years now.

Jul 24, 2002 | 06:58 PM

nsimmons

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Re: MSD 6AL (dsg049c)

well on my car, standard hei, ive burnt 3 caps. I have my msd unhooked right now and a special bushing on its way from summit. That should stop the melting. On an opti though? got me.

Jul 24, 2002 | 07:01 PM

James94LT1

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Re: MSD 6AL (nsimmons)

Nick,

I had that probloem with the HEI dist. before myself, that bushing should fix that for ya!

Jul 24, 2002 | 07:18 PM

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Re: MSD 6AL (dsg049c)

No worries on using it with an Opti. You don't need it though. Not really necessary unless you are juicing or blowing.

Jul 24, 2002 | 07:18 PM

stroyer

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Re: MSD 6AL (dsg049c)

The MSD 6AL will work fine with your optispark. Had one on my car (93) for 4 years with no problems. Might have to remove your tach filter, but save it just in case you go back to stock.

Scott

Jul 24, 2002 | 07:31 PM

gtsyellow

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Re: MSD 6AL (stroyer)

you did prom work right? a 30lb seems like it would run a awful rich on a stock program

Jul 25, 2002 | 10:57 AM

dsg049c

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Re: MSD 6AL (dsg049c)

Yes I am having the computer reprogramed through Ed Wright. I just added a LT4 Hot Cam and had the heads ported and polished and while they were putting it together might as well upgrade the injectors.. With that configuration do you think I will need the MSD?
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Jul 25, 2002 | 11:25 AM

ZylaRace

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Re: MSD 6AL (dsg049c)

Need the MSD,...... NO
Will adding it do anything major for your performance,..... NO

If you just want it, and wanna lighten your wallet,.. go for it.