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Looking for opinions on whether an aftermarket coil--the 40k blaster type is worth it for my 302 79. I suspect that the stock coil is adequate for just banging around but always looking for an edge mileage and drivability wise
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Blaine, the Blaster is a good upgrade coil. The stock DuraSpark coil puts out about 30Kv, so you can compare with that. After the new coil, I would go with some low resistance plug wires. With the new coil and wires, you can open up the plug gaps to about .052-.055".
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[updated:LAST EDITED ON 20-Mar-02 AT 11:47 AM (EST)]Blaine, MSD makes the Blaster 2 coil. Jacobs, Accel, and Mallory are other brand names. Pick the brand that you like the best, they are all good. My experience has been with Mallory; no problems at all.
Actually, the reason to use a higher voltage coil is so that you can widen the plug gaps. The extra voltage is needed to jump the wider gap; and the wider gap gives a better ignition to the fuel charge. If you put on an aftermarket coil without widening the plug gaps, you don't get the full benefit of the new coil.
Good luck with it. Don
Actually, the reason to use a higher voltage coil is so that you can widen the plug gaps. The extra voltage is needed to jump the wider gap; and the wider gap gives a better ignition to the fuel charge. If you put on an aftermarket coil without widening the plug gaps, you don't get the full benefit of the new coil.
Good luck with it. Don
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I like the ACCEL electronic coil. I'm using one with the 300+ system. I haven't had much luck with distributors. Next one I buy will be roller bearing H.E.I. with vacuum no matter the cost.
Make sure you get a "steet" coil rated for 100% duty cycle. A racing coil wont last long on the street.
Bear
Make sure you get a "steet" coil rated for 100% duty cycle. A racing coil wont last long on the street.
Bear
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