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5ABI VT
11-09-2014, 03:47 AM
I purchased a used set of msd coils. I wasn't going to use them until another time and was going to re-use the coils currently on the car just to keep things the same and not introduce new parts in case of issues.

I was wiping down the coils and found a few cracks and just aged plastic. Thoughts ?

http://i1207.photobucket.com/albums/bb463/Emm3Speed/ZR-1%20Clutch%20flywheel%20install/BDE000F7-08DD-4D56-B5EB-0A06BC45957E_zpsisncy9nb.jpg (http://s1207.photobucket.com/user/Emm3Speed/media/ZR-1%20Clutch%20flywheel%20install/BDE000F7-08DD-4D56-B5EB-0A06BC45957E_zpsisncy9nb.jpg.html)
Same coil down the side
http://i1207.photobucket.com/albums/bb463/Emm3Speed/ZR-1%20Clutch%20flywheel%20install/706A43B6-467D-4804-857D-4A240B63E0A3_zpse6lttsno.jpg (http://s1207.photobucket.com/user/Emm3Speed/media/ZR-1%20Clutch%20flywheel%20install/706A43B6-467D-4804-857D-4A240B63E0A3_zpse6lttsno.jpg.html)

http://i1207.photobucket.com/albums/bb463/Emm3Speed/ZR-1%20Clutch%20flywheel%20install/0EB3D435-4349-4DD3-B32F-ABDD6A3A695A_zps7fzbot0f.jpg (http://s1207.photobucket.com/user/Emm3Speed/media/ZR-1%20Clutch%20flywheel%20install/0EB3D435-4349-4DD3-B32F-ABDD6A3A695A_zps7fzbot0f.jpg.html)

efnfast
11-09-2014, 07:22 AM
I wouldn't think a cracked coil is worth the agrivation, they aren't very expensive. Plus, they are widely available. Jerry has them.

XfireZ51
11-09-2014, 08:28 AM
Absolutely switch them out. I've had MSD coils for 7 years now and they still function very well. When I did my top end porting initially, I also swapped out stock coils and injectors. Didn't need to, it was more a matter of efficiency and preventative care. Another one of those "while you're there" kind of thing.
If I can pre-empt a breakdown on the road, I try to do that.

5ABI VT
11-09-2014, 11:51 AM
Thanks guys definitely switching them out. To be honest I'm not sure why I bought the used msd coils I wish I had just ordered a new set. Seemed reasonable for the price and I had a PayPal balance just urging to be spent ;) glad to hear msd has worked I think I may use them. The plenum is plugged now so switching in the future will be very easy. Especially now that I've done pulling the plenum once.

Z51JEFF
11-10-2014, 12:27 AM
Ive got MSD coils as well.

pantera1683
11-10-2014, 12:57 PM
I have a set of new and used AC Delco coils for sale if you're interested.

Kevin
11-10-2014, 01:07 PM
I know I changed mine out but I have no idea what I put in.

5ABI VT
11-10-2014, 02:40 PM
I know I changed mine out but I have no idea what I put in.

I think I bought the msd coils from you ? Can't even rebember lol. I picked them up as spares but looks like I'm better off using them over these. I'll get some oem replacements ordered up.