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Old 10-07-2008, 08:03 PM   #1
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Ignition system Q's

What else do I need for a complete ignition system that is for my 383 LT1? So far I am lookin at getting:

MSD billet distributor
MSD 6AL box
MSD blaster coil
MSD plug wires

What else do I need to complete ignition system or is that it?

Also, what spark plugs do I use? What determines the gap to use? My engine is a 383 LT1 with ported heads and intake - can someone point me in the right direction in picking spark plugs or what is the gap I should use and why?

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Old 10-08-2008, 12:43 AM   #2
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Use standard application copper plugs. Anything else is a waste of money.
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Old 10-08-2008, 11:02 AM   #3
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Re: Ignition system Q's

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What else do I need for a complete ignition system that is for my 383 LT1? So far I am lookin at getting:

MSD billet distributor...
Do you mean an MSD Optispark, or will you be running some kind of conversion that uses a distributor??
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Old 10-08-2008, 12:01 PM   #4
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Re: Ignition system Q's

Yea, its the opti but on various websites they just title the part a distributor...
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