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Old 01-26-2006, 12:13 PM
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Question Opinionated/Tech Question on MSD Digital 6 Plus

I know I've heard of MSD 6A and 6AL's failing, but have you heard the same for Digital 6 plus? Maybe one of the boost guru's (qitstrn since you have a digi 7) may be able to chime in on this. I have a brand new Digital 6 plus, and a close friend wants to borrow it to have his car tuned and make a few runs tomorrow. I'm a little bit skeptical because what if it breaks for some odd reason, and the fact that it is a $300 item. Of course the old addage of, "you break it you bought it", will be in full effect, but would you do it for a buddy? I'm also a bit bothered because I bought it brand new for the fact that I did not want something already tampered with, so I would feel like I spent the Full price money for no reason. Discuss. Sorry if this is not tech enough mods, but I've seen worse and it entails a tech related dilemma.
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Why doesnt your "friend" run oem ignition ?
The oem ignition system works great for most applications.

I would simply sell him the unit for what you paid for it, then run oem ignition w/ at the most an external coil (depending on whp goals etc)
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Originally Posted by mtber
Why doesnt your "friend" run oem ignition ?
The oem ignition system works great for most applications.

I would simply sell him the unit for what you paid for it, then run oem ignition w/ at the most an external coil (depending on whp goals etc)


thats good to know i was going to buy a full msd set up but i wanst sure of what more it would do for me then oem...i guess ill use the $$ else where
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Originally Posted by mtber
The oem ignition system works great for most applications.

my sentiments exactly. I haven't "heard" of anyone running into problems with the OEM until they get like 450whp+
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Originally Posted by The Spectacle
my sentiments exactly. I haven't "heard" of anyone running into problems with the OEM until they get like 450whp+
Well that is the thing, I'm looking to make upwards of 450whp on my SOHC VTEC TURBO build. I'd feel more comfortable with the digital 6 plus, and my tuner recommends it. I don't think im going to let him borrow it. Suppose he breaks my shit, or after I get it back it takes a shit on me (probably won't but worse case scenario). Thanks for the input.
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OEM Honda ignitions are capable of supporting 600HP I know a few people have taken them higher but If thats what you are aiming for I would look into an external coil.. other than that the OEM unit will work fine.. I have ran into more problems with aftermarket ignitions when it comes to tuning more than a few times, and the issue is diffrent every time... Some people like the added features you get with aftermarket ignition setups like nitrous timing control, 2 set rev control, and ect... The MSD 7 series are the shizzle but again OEM can get the job done.. Just remember that most EMS on the market that are good have rev controls and 2 steps and such soooo, I wouls sell it to him and spend the money elseware.. its up to you... Good Luck...
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Stop playing games & just run individual coil packs w/ motec
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Originally Posted by mtber
Stop playing games & just run individual coil packs w/ motec

+1 or haltec.


on a more serious note, IMO , the msd is overrated, BUT you can use the 2 step w/ the MSD ...i dont know of anyother way to get a msd 2 step control to work on a honda.....
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Originally Posted by Blown99civicSi
OEM Honda ignitions are capable of supporting 600HP I know a few people have taken them higher but If thats what you are aiming for I would look into an external coil.. other than that the OEM unit will work fine.. I have ran into more problems with aftermarket ignitions when it comes to tuning more than a few times, and the issue is diffrent every time... Some people like the added features you get with aftermarket ignition setups like nitrous timing control, 2 set rev control, and ect... The MSD 7 series are the shizzle but again OEM can get the job done.. Just remember that most EMS on the market that are good have rev controls and 2 steps and such soooo, I wouls sell it to him and spend the money elseware.. its up to you... Good Luck...
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Originally Posted by 60-1EK
So you are still alive. You may have missed your chance to throw down.

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Yea, Im still here. I have been having a shitty new year so far, and its kept me sooo busy busy busy. But, I will have to see If I can still get a spot some how some way and throw her on the dyno again and turn it up up up!!!.. Other than that thanks for reminding me. I will try my best to show up and have a great time with you guys/gals
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