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MSD 6A Where do I put it?

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Old Feb 19, 2003 | 07:02 PM
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Question MSD 6A Where do I put it?

I have heard of the glove box but does anyone have any pics of somewhat detailed instructions? Thanks in advance..
Old Feb 19, 2003 | 07:32 PM
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MSD states in the install sheet that mounting in the glove box voids warrenty. I mounted mine on the left fender well below the fuse box.
Old Feb 19, 2003 | 07:35 PM
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Old Feb 19, 2003 | 08:10 PM
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If you put it in the glovebox, you won't need the warranty. Seriously, these boxes do not like heat (and there's quite a bit under your hood). Ever wonder why the box looks like a heat sink? Put it in the glovebox - it will stay cool, last a hell of a lot longer than if it was under your hood, its away from the elements, and it won't be in the way of any future mods.
Old Feb 19, 2003 | 08:15 PM
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Just make sure you mount it a little to the left for hood clearance.
Old Feb 20, 2003 | 01:15 AM
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would installing a MSD 6A and coil help my camaro in the low end? cause the thing hesitates like crazy. any info would be appreciated!

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Old Feb 20, 2003 | 01:52 AM
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well im gonna do the work tomorrow. Ill post here to tell you if it helps the low end because that is one of the reasons that im changing the whole damn thing. I already went through opti, filters and every other damn suggestion to fix the garbage low end. Well I hope this works for all of us.

By the way how should I go through the firewall? Im probably gonna put it in the glovebox to avoid the heat like PatriotTA stated in his post.

Thanks for all the advice and ill tell you guys tomorrow if it works out ok.
Old Feb 20, 2003 | 09:02 AM
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I would use the grommet that is behind the PCM to pass your wires through the firewall.
Old Feb 20, 2003 | 09:52 AM
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I've seen a lot of people doing this and what exactly does the box do? Is it worth it? How hard is the install and are there any install guides on line?
Old Feb 20, 2003 | 11:50 AM
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MSD has instructions for installation on their website.
What the box does is increase the voltage and duration of the spark to promote a better, more thorough burn of the fuel. The higher end boxes also have a "soft touch" rev limiter that randomly shuts off spark to the cylinders when it hits the set limit, as opposed to shutting fuel off like the stock limiter does.
On a stock motor the box has limited value (IMHO), but is a must for nitrous or other power adder.
This is not a fix for a bad opti or bad wires, plugs, or tune.
Mike
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