Trayten Posted January 13, 2014 Report Share Posted January 13, 2014 Hi guys, well I'm wondering what exactly a MSD Ignition system does that a plain jane ignition system wouldn't do. I was told by my automotive technician teacher in class that basically it will use more volts than needed to start up the car, and that it would maybe idle a bit higher and cleaner, but not much else. I'm not really very smart about something like this, I really have no background and haven't looked into it much at all. I just got my car back from a shop with new rims and tires, new rear end, new gears, new brakes, and new control arms, to find out that my ignition was stolen when we popped the hood.. so I'm just wondering if and when we get it back from the dick who stole it, if it's even worth putting back on the car or if it'd be better to maybe just resell it or something? Vehicle: 1988 Cadillac Brougham Pioneer DEH-X9500BHS Head Unit Custom box built by me (designed by forum member g2shuck) (1) DC XL 15 (2) SQ q1-1200d (2) Crescendo PWX-6's. (more to come someday.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rockford96 Posted January 13, 2014 Report Share Posted January 13, 2014 If its just the coil the coil has more windings and produces a higher voltage so a stronger spark My setup, Digital Designs M80 3 Re audio 10's ported tuned to 36 hz Kenwood x-696 SHCA 0 gauge Polk audio coax running off hu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarball Posted January 13, 2014 Report Share Posted January 13, 2014 without getting into too much fine detail: MSD or other HO ignitions potentially supply a better spark to your compressed air fuel to provide a more complete burn resulting in more theoretical power. There are too many factors to say just ho much better but it better used to compliment an engine with other performance mods. CURRENT SYSTEM: Alternator: Stock alt on mids/highs Isolated DC Power 270 SP - Charging @ 16.8v Batteries: (2) XS D1400s Power Cable: Double Runs of 1/0 KNU Kolossus Fleks Headunit: 80-PRS Sub Amp: DC 5.0k Subwoofers: 2 RE MT 15s /PSI dual .7ohm recones Subwoofer Enclosure: 9.1cubes @ 32hz - brutal. Mids & Highs Amp: CT125.4 Active Components: Mids RE XXX 6.5c Highs - 3 RE XXX tweeters per side(A pillar) Noise Control: Damplifier Pro all over the cab. Build Log If you do business with me please leave feedback here: FEEDBACK THREAD Highest Legal Score: 151.0 db Highest Musical 30 Second Average: 151.6 db Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trayten Posted January 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2014 So it's probably in my best interest to get it back and use it, cause I do plan on doing more engine upgrades as I get older. Thanks guys, that was really simple lol! Vehicle: 1988 Cadillac Brougham Pioneer DEH-X9500BHS Head Unit Custom box built by me (designed by forum member g2shuck) (1) DC XL 15 (2) SQ q1-1200d (2) Crescendo PWX-6's. (more to come someday.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParDeus Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 MSD = Multiple Spark Discharge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alaskanzx5 Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 pending car it may or may not help. it all depends on the stock ignition setup and what your goals are. some cars have a nice ignition that is capable to handle a good amount of added power/fuel flow. to keep good mpg ratings a lot of manufactures are designing better ignition systems from the factory to burn more fuel. which also means that the stock ignition on a lot of cars will be good for a higher performance then some of the older stock systems. t1500bdcp 2 t2d4 15" 1 t600.4 1 t400.2 1 set p1 tweets singer alt, tons of wiring, smd vm-1, 80prs, back seat delete, still in the works, aiming for a 145-147 with the ability to play 25hz up to 50hz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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