>From a lot of average Joe's on the list who appreciate
your input and research time Frank. Boy, are we glad
your here (DML).
THANKS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
GS
98 5.2L 5Spd 3.92sg
>
> Date: Wed, 26 Aug 1998 09:35:50 -0700
> From: "Holloway,Frank T" <Frank.T.Holloway@KP.ORG>
> Subject: RE: DML: any gains in electrical mods ?
>
> Although I can't speak for the Jacob's electrical systems (never used one
> and probably won't because I don't like their advertising), or the MSD
> (never used one
> on a Dodge), I can speak on the Crane ignition products. I use the HI-6TR on
> my supercharged 95, and the HI-6 on my 98. Both units are multiple spark
> high
> output units (fires the plugs for 20 crank degrees below 3,000 RPM). I use
> the Crane PS-92 coil on both. I needed to run the HI-6TR on the 95 for the
> ignition
> boost retard feature. Both trucks have MSD 8.5MM wires and Autolite APP5224
> plugs and have been dyno'ed both before and after installation. What we
> found with
> the ignition is about a 3 HP increase throughout the powerband (not much).
> Under marginal ignition conditions (high RPM, high boost), these units
> really shine by
> reducing misfires. Two things worth mentioning that we noticed after install
> (especially on the 98), the units tended to retard timing about 1/2 to 1
> degree below
> 2,000 RPM. Above 2,000 the timing was right on (self correcting). Looking at
> the exhaust before the Cat. hydrocarbons were reduced so you are getting
> better
> combustion. If you have problems with ignition under high RPM, or boost
> conditions, I think the MSD or the Crane units are worth looking at.
> Different subject,
> if you are looking for a distributor cap and rotor, try Borg Warner (BWD),
> they do have brass terminals.
> Frank
>
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