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Geezus Freak
Dodge Dakota
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3/19/2002
18:44:07
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Is there such a thing as a better coil that won't break the bank? I have been looking into Accel but I don't know what model will work on my truck. What do you guys think I should do? I have a:
98 V6 4x4, 392 gears, 5 1/2 inch lift, 33x12.50 tires, ram air, turned down SpinTech exhaust, Mod TPS, relocated AIT and 180 T-stat. I hope the extra spark will help. Any ideas?
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
 
3/19/2002
18:47:34
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MSD makes a couple of good ones. Blaster SS is what I am putting in mine. Also look into getting an Ignition amplifier like MSD 6 or Accel 300+. And don't forget to upgrade your plug wires too.
Kris
2002 CC R/T Atlantic Blue
Mods: 360Intakez 9" cone, Flowmaster 40 Series original.
Coming soon: MSD ignition system w/ blaster ss. Barg Warner cap and rotor, Taylor perf. wires, Underdrive pulley.
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Geezus Freak
Dodge Dakota
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3/19/2002
18:50:00
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What are you looking to spend on the MSD setup? I want to keep this mod a little inexpensive for now (wife kinda eyeball'n me funny, if you know what I mean).
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
3/19/2002
19:02:38
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http://www.truckperformance.com/products/?searchtype=d&urlsubcategory=Ignition&productcategory=Ignition+Coils&sortorder=&sf4=MSD
Check this site out, the blaster ss coil is $40 plus shipping.
I already have most of the kit, I just lack the MSD Tach Adapter. All in all I have spent almost $300 for the Ignition amplifier, coil, distributor cap and rotor, 8mm wires, and the tach adapter.
2002 CC R/T Atlantic Blue
Mods: 360Intakez 9" cone, Flowmaster 40 Series original.
Coming soon: MSD ignition system w/ blaster ss. Barg Warner cap and rotor, Taylor perf. wires, Underdrive pulley.
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rtxpres
Dodge Dakota
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3/19/2002
19:05:07
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Accel makes a direct bolt-on for the Magnum motors. Goes in stock location, plugs right in.
Been using it for a couple years now. It's the same as used in their 300 ignition system. Look on Summit racing.
"I used to have a handle on life, but it broke."
http://www.dragtruk.com/ENTRIES/20KM1FD2KWBP.html
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rtxpres
Dodge Dakota
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3/19/2002
19:13:05
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I looked up the Accel for you on Summit. Part # ACC-140021. $41.95. Says it's for '90-'97 but if the picture they have looks like yours I'm sure it will bolt in.
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Dakaty
GenIII
3/19/2002
20:03:34
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5.Ltrluv
I did not need the MSD tach adapter on my 2001 5.9. Are you sure you do? Let me know.
Bill
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BigHank
GenIII
3/19/2002
20:48:48
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I've got the Hypertech ignition coil and it works GREAT! Bought ours through Summit for $50. Part # 4066
check out the stats @ www.hypertech-inc.com
MoPar to Ya!!!
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5pnt9ltrluv
R/T
3/19/2002
21:34:51
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Dakaty- In the tips and tricks section of speedtweaks.net website, they recommend it because the ignition amplifier sometimes triggers an error code in the PCM. Whether or not it is necessary, I am just playing it safe. I don't want any unneccesary FUBAR's happening...
Kris
2002 CC R/T Atlantic Blue
Mods: 360Intakez 9" cone, Flowmaster 40 Series original.
Coming soon: MSD ignition system w/ blaster ss. Barg Warner cap and rotor, Taylor perf. wires, Underdrive pulley.
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Ripper_242
Dodge Dakota
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3/20/2002
05:07:02
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The Accel model that is a direct stock replacement for a late model Dodge truck would be PN 140021. MSD also makes a direct stock replacement coil(PN8228). Initially I planned to do a simeple tune up since I just hit a little over 60,00. I ended up upgrading to a high performance ignition system which has a Mallory HiFire VI-A Ignition box(Similar to MSD 6A but it is Digital and cost less), MSD Blaster2, Accel 8.8mm wires, Autolite spark plugs, and MSD Tach Adaptor to get the whole sytem to work. Mallory makes a tach adapter for the box but I didn't want to special order one at the local parts store, hehe more like I couln't wait. The whole system cost me about $200. LOL saved money on plugs and wires. The results of upgrading the ignition system surprized me. In the past I had a hard time trying to get more power in the high end while at the same time keep power in the low end. The ignition system did that for me. Right now I'm trying to find the sweet spot on what gap I should set the spark plugs on.
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Dakota Bob
GenII
3/20/2002
07:27:11
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Ripper where did you find the MSD coil? Truckperformanc.com won't get it till April 1st.I tried to look it up on summit racing they don't have it either for a 94 3.9. I want to try this one. I had the Accel bolt on it went bad after 3 months I sent it back they gave me a refund for it.
Bob
Cincinnati
Jet chip stage 1 JBA Headers,19# fule Injectors,Flow master 40s Auto Lite 3923 K/N Chrome Filter 180 T Stat ,TPS adjusment,Flometrics throttle body
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Ripper_242
Dodge Dakota
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3/21/2002
01:51:00
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I don't think you would have a problem getting a MSD Blaster2, but as for the Stock replacement it is relatively new MSD product I don't really know if they are really out yet but I've seen it in the MSD Catalog. Maybe you could order it direct from MSD or try the local performance parts store. Call me old fashion but when I go shopping I like to actually see the product before I buy it.
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Ripper_242
Dodge Dakota
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3/21/2002
01:54:51
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Ummm I got all my stuff in an auto performance parts call Rons Performance in Hawaii next to where I work. They are affiliated with Performance World Centers.
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MoparMac
Dodge Dakota
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3/22/2002
10:01:07
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I got my BlasterSS for $34.95 at Lane Automotive in SW Michigan. They have a wicked showroom where you can order anything. I also got my MSD 8.5 wires there for my '98 Dak for <$100
LaneAutomotive.com
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