I think the stock system is good for the mods I have, but
I would like to try an aftermarket coil. Anyone just upgrade
to a coil only? If anything just to help out on idle and mpg.
GS -
Kyle Kozubal wrote:
>
> > I'm in the market for a new ignition setup. I've decided on the MSD-6A
> > ignition control so far. It seems everyone has had good luck with them. My
> > questions are: Do I need to also get a new coil? What wires have seemed to
> > work the best? (Taylor, Magnecor, Splitfire, etc.) What dist. cap should I
> > get (if any)? And finally, what plugs are the best?
> >
>
> Trever,
> I am running MSD's 6-Offroad Ignition, which is completely sealed; water and
> vibration resistant. As far as the coil goes, I am using Accel's Super
> Coil(140021) which was really designed for Dodge trucks. I just simply had
> the unbolt the stock coil, and bolt up the Accel coil; it used the same
> mounting location and mounting holes, as well as the factory coil wiring
> harness and connector. It is a true bolt on coil. I use Borg Warner Select
> Brass Cap and Rotor, but be sure to check/replace the cap/rotor every
> 7500-10,000 miles, the MSD kind of eats these up. No biggie though, it is a
> simple 10 minute cap/rotor job. Stay away from Champion Truck Plugs, plain
> and simple. I ran these plugs for 10,000 miles and they seemed to be ok at
> first, but after I took them out, they were shot and back they went! I am
> now using Autolite Copper Plugs gapped at .050(remember to open your plug
> gap up with MSD boxes) and these Autolite plugs are so much better!! As far
> as the wires go, I use MSD's 8.5MM Super Conductor Wires and love them. Be
> sure to use plenty of dielectric grease also! Hope this helps.
> Kyle
> 93 Dakota 4x4 V6
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