MSD Ignition Question

[JustMrWill]

A friend has a spare MSD Ignition mod that he bought for a Chevy Blazer that he never got around to installing and gave it to me for my boat. Has anybody installed one of these in a boat and is it safe for marine applications? Will it improve perfomance? Should I install it? Any hints/tips on installation?<br /><br />JustMrWill<br /><br />1987 OMC 4.3l V6

 

[Elk Chaser]

Re: MSD Ignition Question

The distributor needs to have screens to prevent any leaking of sparks. So No Way do not use it. <br /><br />The coil should be fine. <br /><br />As far as the ignition module (controller) you will need to ask MSD as they do make specific controllers for marine use but I am not sure if they are any different than the automotive ones. I would think it would be fine but check first.<br /><br />The MSD plug wires are top quality and should be fine.

 

[RomanRegal]

Re: MSD Ignition Question

Msd does make a marine ignition. Look on their web site, sorry I don't have the address. Google and you will find it fast. They make a entire line for marine. Also the distributor has to be a marine approved.<br />Roman