Re: [Chevelle-list] help with distributors?
My engine builder suggested a rev limiter, so I'm installing a 6AL. Cheap insurance if you have spent good money on your motor. If I ever miss a shift on my Tremec I know I won't over rev. -Matt At 04:40 PM 4/4/2006, Dale wrote: Looking at the MSD website, the 8365 is a replacement for a GM HEI and comes complete w/the coil inside the cap. The 8360 is a totally different distributor and does not come with a coil so an external coil would be needed such as the Blaster 2 or Blaster 3. Be aware that theyll require you to change the distributor ends of your wires or a new set of wires as the connections are different than stock unless youre coming from a HEI now. An ignition box (e.g., MSD 6AL) is NOT required on either distributor nor is a rev limiter. Aside from looking cool, Im not sold on the benefits of a 6A or 6AL ignition for everyday driving if your distributor and coil are up to snuff. The ignition box makes it easier to connect a rev limiter if youre looking to go racing. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [ mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 04, 2006 5:49 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] help with distributors? Hi All I've been looking at distributors for two days now and am more confused than when I started..I'm trying to find the best one for my 396/400 hp..I was looking at a MSD 8365 and was told by a speed shop that I could use a 8360, but I read up on that one and said something about not having the coil included..and then a buddy of mine said I need an ignition box with a rev limiter..so I'm a little confused..sure hope this isn't too dumb of a question..thanks, tom purtzer
Re: [Chevelle-list] help with distributors?
Looking at the MSD website, the 8365 is a replacement for a GM HEI and comes complete w/the coil inside the cap. The 8360 is a totally different distributor and does not come with a coil so an external coil would be needed such as the Blaster 2 or Blaster 3. Be aware that they’ll require you to change the distributor ends of your wires or a new set of wires as the connections are different than stock – unless you’re coming from a HEI now. An ignition box (e.g., MSD 6AL) is NOT required on either distributor nor is a rev limiter. Aside from looking ‘cool’, I’m not sold on the benefits of a 6A or 6AL ignition for everyday driving if your distributor and coil are up to snuff. The ignition box makes it easier to connect a rev limiter if you’re looking to go racing. Dale McIntosh 67 El Camino 1967 Chevelle Reference CD http://www.chevellecd.com ACES #1709/TC Gold #92 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 04, 2006 5:49 PM To: chevelle-list@chevelles.net Subject: [Chevelle-list] help with distributors? Hi All I've been looking at distributors for two days now and am more confused than when I started..I'm trying to find the best one for my 396/400 hp..I was looking at a MSD 8365 and was told by a speed shop that I could use a 8360, but I read up on that one and said something about not having the coil included..and then a buddy of mine said I need an ignition box with a rev limiter..so I'm a little confused..sure hope this isn't too dumb of a question..thanks, tom purtzer
[Chevelle-list] help with distributors?
Hi All I've been looking at distributors for two days now and am more confused than when I started..I'm trying to find the best one for my 396/400 hp..I was looking at a MSD 8365 and was told by a speed shop that I could use a 8360, but I read up on that one and said something about not having the coil included..and then a buddy of mine said I need an ignition box with a rev limiter..so I'm a little confused..sure hope this isn't too dumb of a question..thanks, tom purtzer
