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BCOWANWHEELS · 07-13-2007, 11:57 PM

anybody got the msd ignition setup on there truck ? i was wondering if it really helps fuel milage ?
bob

paaw · 07-14-2007, 12:31 AM

wanna know the same thing

Jim_PA · 07-14-2007, 07:02 AM

I've never noticed any MPG gains.

paaw · 07-14-2007, 08:31 AM

well what about power wise, can you tell a difference in throttle response

HomerJ · 07-14-2007, 08:50 AM

I have a 6AL, but put it on shortly after a rebuild several years ago. I really can't say whether it provides better milage or performance, since I didn't measure performance or milage before installing it.

My best guess, though, is that an HEI or good aftermarket distributor with a quality coil would probably satisfy the needs of at least 95 percent of us. The biggest problem with the stock HEI is that the stock coil starts to fade around 4500 rpm. A good coil will take that number above 6000. I don't know about you guys, but my engine rarely goes over 5000 (those times are fun though!!!).

HomerJ

FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-14-2007, 11:35 AM

If you use msd carry along the stock hei set-up in the glove box I had the msd box go out and I was walking.....yep it sucked....BTW no milage gains that I could see..

cdowns · 07-14-2007, 11:55 AM

from what i can see on a mild(less than 500hp) street driven machine pretty much a waste of money with no real advantages// advertising hype at its best

BCOWANWHEELS · 07-14-2007, 12:42 PM

thanks for the help. guess i,ll just go with a good coil and be done with it.
bob

yenko427 · 07-15-2007, 12:32 AM

Are you running a HEI set up? My truck has HEI and I took the control module out and the MSD works in it's place. A standard HEI set up put out 45,000 volt. Before I installed the MSD I was fouling out spark plug. Since I installed the MSD I don't have a problem with fouled out plugs. The throttle response did get better but I'm still working on the carb. for adjustment in the jets. I did put bigger spark plug wires on with low resistance to get the most spark to the plugs.

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 07-15-2007, 01:36 AM

I run an MSD box with Protronix ignition modual and a Protronix high out put coil in my 50' Chev. I had a real hard time starting this truck with points. I also would get a slight hesitation under hard acceleration. Once I put in the ignition goodies it started up right away and the hesitation was gone!! My reason for the ignition install was never because of fuel milage so I can't be of help there but MSD is supposed to causes fuel to be burned more completely giving you a bigger bang for your fuel buck and also burns fuel more competely which aids with the pollution issue.

esll.

kelsfine69 · 07-15-2007, 12:28 PM

check this out

http://www.pertronix.com/

I put one of these HEI flamethrowers in, plug and play replacement. All new parts and it works flawlessly. I hit 7000 rpms and never missed a beat. I think MSD is overrated I have seen too many of my buddies trying to fix, repair or setup...IMO

07-13-2007, 11:57 PM	#1
BCOWANWHEELS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KINGSPORT,TN. Posts: 3,035	antbody runnin the msd setup ? anybody got the msd ignition setup on there truck ? i was wondering if it really helps fuel milage ? bob __________________ I BELIEVE IN JOHN 3:16

07-14-2007, 12:31 AM	#2
paaw Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: nashville Posts: 217	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? wanna know the same thing __________________ 1997 pontiac grand prix gt (daily driver) for now; 2004 dodge ram quad cab (wife's truck) 4.7; 2000 pontiac booneville (wife daily driver) 1972 chevy cheyenne 350 bored 40 over 700r trans 373 gears ( posi) soon to be daily driver; 2002 gsxr750 sold

07-14-2007, 07:02 AM	#3
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? I've never noticed any MPG gains.

07-14-2007, 08:31 AM	#4
paaw Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: nashville Posts: 217	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? well what about power wise, can you tell a difference in throttle response __________________ 1997 pontiac grand prix gt (daily driver) for now; 2004 dodge ram quad cab (wife's truck) 4.7; 2000 pontiac booneville (wife daily driver) 1972 chevy cheyenne 350 bored 40 over 700r trans 373 gears ( posi) soon to be daily driver; 2002 gsxr750 sold

07-14-2007, 08:50 AM	#5
HomerJ Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 222	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? I have a 6AL, but put it on shortly after a rebuild several years ago. I really can't say whether it provides better milage or performance, since I didn't measure performance or milage before installing it. My best guess, though, is that an HEI or good aftermarket distributor with a quality coil would probably satisfy the needs of at least 95 percent of us. The biggest problem with the stock HEI is that the stock coil starts to fade around 4500 rpm. A good coil will take that number above 6000. I don't know about you guys, but my engine rarely goes over 5000 (those times are fun though!!!). HomerJ __________________ 67 C-10 LWB "Cow-butt-spotted" (neighbor's term) - work in progress. 350/TH400/3.73 67 Chevelle SS Clone 454/TH400/3.73

07-14-2007, 11:35 AM	#6
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? If you use msd carry along the stock hei set-up in the glove box I had the msd box go out and I was walking.....yep it sucked....BTW no milage gains that I could see.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

07-14-2007, 11:55 AM	#7
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? from what i can see on a mild(less than 500hp) street driven machine pretty much a waste of money with no real advantages// advertising hype at its best __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

07-14-2007, 12:42 PM	#8
BCOWANWHEELS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KINGSPORT,TN. Posts: 3,035	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? thanks for the help. guess i,ll just go with a good coil and be done with it. bob __________________ I BELIEVE IN JOHN 3:16

07-15-2007, 12:32 AM	#9
yenko427 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sweeny,Texas Posts: 96	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? Are you running a HEI set up? My truck has HEI and I took the control module out and the MSD works in it's place. A standard HEI set up put out 45,000 volt. Before I installed the MSD I was fouling out spark plug. Since I installed the MSD I don't have a problem with fouled out plugs. The throttle response did get better but I'm still working on the carb. for adjustment in the jets. I did put bigger spark plug wires on with low resistance to get the most spark to the plugs.

07-15-2007, 01:36 AM	#10
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? I run an MSD box with Protronix ignition modual and a Protronix high out put coil in my 50' Chev. I had a real hard time starting this truck with points. I also would get a slight hesitation under hard acceleration. Once I put in the ignition goodies it started up right away and the hesitation was gone!! My reason for the ignition install was never because of fuel milage so I can't be of help there but MSD is supposed to causes fuel to be burned more completely giving you a bigger bang for your fuel buck and also burns fuel more competely which aids with the pollution issue. esll. Attached Images __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member)

07-15-2007, 12:28 PM	#11
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	Re: antbody runnin the msd setup ? check this out http://www.pertronix.com/ I put one of these HEI flamethrowers in, plug and play replacement. All new parts and it works flawlessly. I hit 7000 rpms and never missed a beat. I think MSD is overrated I have seen too many of my buddies trying to fix, repair or setup...IMO __________________ 2011 GMC Acadia 1969 GMC BBC LS7 2007 GMC Crew Duramax 1987 Camaro Iroc 350 Tuned Port Injection 42000Km 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 350 TBI(yes 2) Take me drunk, I'm too home...



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