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Old 06-14-2009 | 03:00 PM
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MSD location???

I finally gave in and bought an msd ignition box, only trouble is i have no idea where to mount it under my hood. Any pics of locations or any ideas are free here. Thanks
Old 06-14-2009 | 03:07 PM
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Re: MSD location???

If you have an A/C delete box i "think" it'll fit right above it, just to the drivers side of the fan motor.

EDIT: meant to say drivers lol

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Old 06-14-2009 | 07:45 PM
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Re: MSD location???

lol nh i got no a/c setup but i dont have the a/c bx i got the original box jus filled the whole tht the lil tank and the lines took up
Old 06-14-2009 | 09:01 PM
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Re: MSD location???

I put mine behind the engine on the firewall
Old 06-14-2009 | 11:30 PM
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Re: MSD location???

I installed mine under the passenger seat and ran the wiring harness that I made for it under the carpet. I prefer to keep mine out of the weather and out of the heat....
Old 06-14-2009 | 11:35 PM
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Re: MSD location???

I mounted mine on the driver side behind the vapor canistor, against the fender, tight fit, if I move it, I might put it under the center console if it would fit.
Old 06-15-2009 | 07:48 AM
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Re: MSD location???

Pretty nice locations, doesnt it need air and to stay cool? The way my buddy ran it on his stang was rite in front near his hood release where you can see from the front and looks pretty cool
Old 06-15-2009 | 08:44 AM
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Re: MSD location???

Mine is up front over the vapour canister. I bent up a piece of sheet aluminum for a base.
So far no overheating issues.
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Old 06-15-2009 | 05:35 PM
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Re: MSD location???

Not bad I like that setup. Does it have to be a certain distance from the coil and dizzy?
Old 06-15-2009 | 08:36 PM
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Re: MSD location???

Just within length of the premade harness.
Old 06-16-2009 | 08:41 AM
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Re: MSD location???

Okie doke, i think all the info. Thanks everyone
Old 06-16-2009 | 09:31 AM
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Re: MSD location???

I put mine where the fuel maf relay were,
Old 06-16-2009 | 03:36 PM
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Re: MSD location???

I've removed my AC compressor and all that goodness on the firewall, welded it shut and put it on that wall.
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