Does MSD 6AL have a fuse?
The heavy red wire that brings the primary power from the battery is fused internally to the MSD 6AL but this does not protect the wire if it were to get shorted to ground. A 25-amp fuse in this wire would safely protect it.
How do you test MSD distributor magnetic pickup?
The magnetic pickup in MSD Distributors can also be checked with an Ohm meter to make sure it is within operating specifications. Once again, connect the Ohm meter’s leads to the two terminals of the pickup. The resistance should be within 400 – 1,300 ohms.
How do I know if my MSD distributor is bad?
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Distributor Rotor and Cap
- Engine misfires. Engine misfires can occur for a number of reasons.
- Car doesn’t start.
- Check Engine Light comes on.
- Excessive or unusual engine noises.
How do MSD ignition systems work?
MSD’s ignition boxes feature Multiple Sparks at lower RPMS, along with a stronger, hotter, higher voltage spark to completely ignite the mixture. These high powered sparks ensure complete combustion of the fuel mixture at everything from idle to high racing RPM, producing more power.
How does a distributor magnetic pickup work?
The magnetic pickup is actually a wire that is wound around a magnet to create a magnetic field. Whenever this field changes, due to another metal object coming into the field, a voltage is generated. MSD uses this voltage as a trigger sig- nal for the ignition control.
What causes a distributor to go bad?
Sometimes, the issue is a slight buildup of carbon inside the distributor. This carbon trace can conduct electricity that affects performance. It could short out the coil voltage and cause a faulty connection inside the terminal of the distributor cap. The result is a misfire in the spark plugs.
What kind of battery does MSD 6al-2 ignition control use?
BATTERY An MSD 6AL-2 Ignition Control will operate on any negative ground, 12 volt electrical system with a distributor. The MSD can be used with 16 volt batteries and can withstand a momentary 24 volts in case of jump starts.
How long does MSD 6A ignition control last?
MSD has always built the 6A series of ignitions to be as robust as possible. In fact, each ignition is run under load on a test stand for over two hours to ensure full operation.
Is there a way to troubleshoot an MSD Ignition?
Troubleshooting your MSD Ignition can easily be accomplished as explained earlier, but if you’re looking for a better way to confirm the operation of the coil, ignition and much more, MSD offers an easy to use hand held Ignition Tester.
How does MSD 6al-2 reverse polarity protection work?
The MSD 6AL-2 has a built in reverse polarity protection circuit. This will protect the ignition in the event of wrong connections. It will also shut off for protection from a surge in power. The ignition will still operate once the surge or polarity is corrected. MSD 6AL-2 Ignition Control PN 6421