Accel plug wires Reply #30 – December 08, 2012, 01:04:12 PM Quote from: TheFoeYouKnow;404147The problem with the TFI module (from the OE point of view) is it's mounting. On our cars and other older TFI vehicles, it's mounted to the distributor and it collects a lot of heat there. This is why in 89 and on you see the TFI remote mounted in a heatsink. I've got one of these sitting around waiting for my ambition to catch up. I'm going to remote mount my TFI in a lapped heatsink with Arctic Silver 5. I'll probably mount it to the inner fender behind the headlight where it can get some airflow across it. This.Only thing I can add, is there is aftermarket ignition systems that usually involve changing the dizzy, that can work just as well as factory and can take the heat. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #31 – December 08, 2012, 01:52:29 PM Quote from: Chrome;404166This.Only thing I can add, is there is aftermarket ignition systems that usually involve changing the dizzy, that can work just as well as factory and can take the heat.Possibly, however, if you hook yourself up with that business, you can't come here asking for help and expect anybody to know what you've got going on. You throw out the known constants and introduce unknown variables.Just ask 86cougar how HIS ignition is working out for him. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #32 – December 08, 2012, 02:25:10 PM Quote from: TheFoeYouKnow;404168Possibly, however, if you hook yourself up with that business, you can't come here asking for help and expect anybody to know what you've got going on. You throw out the known constants and introduce unknown variables.Just ask 86cougar how HIS ignition is working out for him. Noooo, I was not referring to the "magic boxes" which are for making multiple sparks, rev limiting, and all that fancy . Ignition systems should be kept simple. A switching device is all that's needed. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #33 – December 08, 2012, 06:35:29 PM I've been busy. I didn't tell you that my car starts right up and runs better than before. Yes, I threw my stock distributor in the trash. Problem was the idle adjustment on my stock throttle body. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #36 – December 09, 2012, 03:45:08 AM http://mallory-ignition.com/dist-ford-221-302-st-hei-wcoil.htmlDidn't spend a hole lot of time on this, but this looks nice. I understand Pertronix does well too. Not to mention DUI. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #37 – December 09, 2012, 09:36:17 AM There are places where they would set your distributor up for you. They should now by experience what distributor will work best with your engine and have the equipment to test it. From what I understand though is that is mostly if your distributor used weights. Tom and TFYK most likely have access to the equipment you would need. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #38 – December 09, 2012, 04:47:18 PM Quote from: 86cougar;404236There are places where they would set your distributor up for you. They should now by experience what distributor will work best with your engine and have the equipment to test it. From what I understand though is that is mostly if your distributor used weights. Tom and TFYK most likely have access to the equipment you would need.For dizzys with mechanical advance, weights are available from the manufacturer that made the dizzy. All that is needed to test it is a timing light with a dial. Most dizzys are close, unless there has been a major cam change. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #39 – December 09, 2012, 04:56:33 PM I feel once again this is getting off topic. The point I was trying to make is, with an aftermarket ignition system that produces more electrical power than factory, better plug wires are needed. When I say better, I mean more insulation. Otherwise, spark will fly out of the wires way before it gets to the plugs. Weather or not aftermarket ignition systems are better is not relevant to the point I have been trying to make. If the ignition system is stock, Accel wires will not hurt anything. Not much will be gained, but nothing will be lost either. Especially if they are purchased for a good price. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #40 – December 09, 2012, 10:54:10 PM Wow...hope the OP got some new plug wires. If you are still shopping I would recommend the Ford Racing 9mm wires. Can be had cheap if you look and they come in blue, yellow, red, or gray.http://www.summitracing.com/search/year/1993/make/ford/model/mustang/brand/ford-racing?keyword=ford%20racing%20plug%20wiresBut I do have to say that MSD digital boxes are far superior to the stock ignition systems if you are running more than a stock motor. Its nice to be able to back out timing on individual cylinders, back timing off for nitrous or boosted cars, set up windows to activate relays, etc. You do need a laptop to do all this but that is the world we live in. I still run a MSD 6AL's on my Coupe and the Bird with MSD coils and the 9mm Motorsport plug wires, no complaints.Darren Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #41 – December 09, 2012, 11:56:20 PM Quote from: Aerocoupe;404281Wow...hope the OP got some new plug wires. If you are still shopping I would recommend the Ford Racing 9mm wires. Can be had cheap if you look and they come in blue, yellow, red, or gray.http://www.summitracing.com/search/year/1993/make/ford/model/mustang/brand/ford-racing?keyword=ford%20racing%20plug%20wiresDarrenNo, I still haven't bought anything yet. I have my Cougar with a friend who is a lifetime bodyshop mgr. He's taking off the front bumper to repaint it and painting a real spoiler that I'm adding. The rest of the original paint is still in great shape. Once I get it back it'll stay in my garage all winter since I can't drive it where I live in the mountians for the next few months. I'll order the wires soon, I was going to go with the Accel's but the Ford 9mm wires from the site you listed are even less then the stock ford wires. I'm going to look into those.Thanks: Charlie Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #42 – December 10, 2012, 01:57:48 AM Quote from: Aerocoupe;404281Wow...hope the OP got some new plug wires. If you are still shopping I would recommend the Ford Racing 9mm wires. Can be had cheap if you look and they come in blue, yellow, red, or gray.http://www.summitracing.com/search/year/1993/make/ford/model/mustang/brand/ford-racing?keyword=ford%20racing%20plug%20wiresBut I do have to say that MSD digital boxes are far superior to the stock ignition systems if you are running more than a stock motor. Its nice to be able to back out timing on individual cylinders, back timing off for nitrous or boosted cars, set up windows to activate relays, etc. You do need a laptop to do all this but that is the world we live in. I still run a MSD 6AL's on my Coupe and the Bird with MSD coils and the 9mm Motorsport plug wires, no complaints.Darren Dear god, where were you earlier! Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #43 – December 10, 2012, 02:01:34 AM Quote from: Pacerized;404297No, I still haven't bought anything yet. I have my Cougar with a friend who is a lifetime bodyshop mgr. He's taking off the front bumper to repaint it and painting a real spoiler that I'm adding. The rest of the original paint is still in great shape. Once I get it back it'll stay in my garage all winter since I can't drive it where I live in the mountians for the next few months. I'll order the wires soon, I was going to go with the Accel's but the Ford 9mm wires from the site you listed are even less then the stock ford wires. I'm going to look into those.Thanks: Charlie Those 9mm motorsport wires are really nice.Sorry about the mess me and Tom made of your thread. Quote Selected
Accel plug wires Reply #44 – December 10, 2012, 12:08:23 PM I like to lurk around and then jump in and either save the day or pour gasoline on the fire. Kind of a moody mofookie I guess.Darren Quote Selected
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