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Old Feb 17, 2003 | 06:06 PM
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MSD box temperature

I'm in the process of mounting my MSD digital 6+ box, and was curious as to whether the heat generated by it will be enough to affect intake air temperature..


Here is a mock up pic of where I plan on mounting the box:



Any ideas?
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Old Feb 17, 2003 | 06:08 PM
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I would seroiusly doubt it.
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Old Feb 18, 2003 | 01:27 AM
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It should be fine there. I seriously doubt any heat generated from the ignition box could affect air inlet temperature in any way.
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Old Feb 18, 2003 | 10:24 AM
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OK, just making sure.

I've felt other ignition boxes after some driving, and they get pretty damn hot..
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Old Feb 18, 2003 | 10:51 AM
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Mounting the box there is also a pretty good idea because you are supposed to keep them away from heat and that ought to help keep it as cool as possible.
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Old Feb 18, 2003 | 02:40 PM
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I got mine next to the battery and have had no problems in over 2 years.
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Old Feb 18, 2003 | 04:36 PM
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i had mine over by the batt as well.... that sucker got so damn hot i was affraid to leave it there!.. so i moved it inside the car, and it doenst get nearly as hot in there. If you want to keep that box working for a long time, i say move it inside.
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