Notices

MSD vs. Mallory

Old Jul 29, 2002 | 08:47 PM
  #1  
76_F150_390's Avatar
76_F150_390
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 100
Likes: 0
MSD vs. Mallory

I was just wondering if anyone has any complaints about either MSD or Mallory ignition. I am debating whether to get the MSD 5 or the Mallory Hyfire VI-A. I am thinking the Mallory b/c it's digital and it is capacitive discharge and it's only a little bit more money, and then I would go with a new coil to match.
I also want to know if either of these modules are a stand alone unit...what I mean is then I could totally throw out my old duraspark module and I won't have to buy anything more?????


I have heard good things about MSD, but have never had any experience with either brand.


thanks for any help





 
Reply
Old Jul 31, 2002 | 12:24 AM
  #2  
merc460's Avatar
merc460
More Turbo
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 691
Likes: 5
From: Kelowna
MSD vs. Mallory

I had the same dilemma a few months back . I was debating the msd vs Mallory and the msd won out . Only because I have used the msd system in the past . It was a lot of money to shell out so I went with what I knew and had experience with Eric
 
Reply
Old Nov 12, 2002 | 02:03 PM
  #3  
mudby4's Avatar
mudby4
New User
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
From: bolingbrook usa
MSD vs. Mallory

Hi,
Whatever you pick, either choice is a winner. If I knew now ...
DON'T PICK JACOBS. Save yourself alot of money and agravation. In fact, any stock setup is better than Jacobs.
 
Reply
Old Nov 12, 2002 | 08:07 PM
  #4  
Mike W's Avatar
Mike W
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 7,157
Likes: 1
From: Central Kali
MSD vs. Mallory

Go MSD, it will work with just your distributor, nothing else needed. Later on you can add a timing control on your dash.
 
Reply
Old Nov 12, 2002 | 08:59 PM
  #5  
Mil1ion's Avatar
Mil1ion
New User
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 0
Likes: 24
MSD vs. Mallory

 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
olblue77
Performance & General Engine Building
13
Feb 16, 2016 03:58 AM
COLEnMICHAELS66
335 Series- 5.8/351M, 6.6/400, 351 Cleveland
15
May 19, 2008 08:46 AM
AJHEATING
Ford Inline Six, 200, 250, 4.9L / 300
10
Jul 26, 2007 06:34 PM
ford83
Ford Inline Six, 200, 250, 4.9L / 300
4
Jan 25, 2004 11:39 AM
76_F150_390
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
33
Aug 11, 2002 01:14 PM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:07 AM.

story-0
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-30 18:33:59


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-2
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-4
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-5
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-6
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-8
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE