ended up getting a new msd from a place in Florida for $430.00 shipped will let ya know how it goes, also like to have the timing adjustment for n/a verses nitrous.

 

I'm still running a factory 93 non-vented opti on my car. They're not that bad if you just don't ever drive your car out in the rain or snow.

 

some people have real good luck with them I had a 97 ss that had 100K before it needed to be changed

 

did the opti I sent you work ok?

 

Install is very important. If you search around, the seals for the timing cover have many issues if not installed correctly. GM even had special tools that most hotrodders have gotten around by being smart about it and once installed no leaks. The water pump drive gear is famous for leaking, yet can be installed correctly with just a simple tool made out of a sharpie.
Also,a bad water pump can cause this seal to leak if the bearings are going bad and it wobbles just a little.
The Opti also needs proper alignement and ensure the dowel goes in the right spot and without forceing it.
Also, LTCC is a very good product, with great reviews, but you still need the opti sensor portion of the opti to work.

 

put on the msd unit and love it, seems to be far better quality and yes I loc tited the rotor