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πŸ”§ Enhance Engine Performance with MSD 8680 Adjustable Timing Controller Review

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Description of πŸ”§ Enhance Engine Performance with MSD 8680 Adjustable Timing Controller

Dash mounted control knob. Ability to adjust the ignition timing. Improves gas mileage. Adjustments up to 15 degrees. For use w/MSD Ignition control.

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Not suitable for ignition parts

This timer everything works once, now it does absolutely nothing, no electricity, tried three different friends on three different cars, the results are the same, unfortunately fried 1 * for it

Pros
  • ignition parts
Cons
  • there are nuances

Revainrating 5 out of 5

MSD 8680 Timing Controller

I bought this for a large, high compression hemi that I had "hot starts" problems with. After installing the MDS 8680 Timing Controller I was able to pull the timing (10 degrees) at launch and return the lead as soon as the car started. After installing it and figuring out that I had to cut the white wire, I immediately noticed a difference in the car's starting behavior. In fact, it spun with the ease of a modern stocking and caught fire after just a few twists. Simply turn the knob back to…

Pros
  • Spares
Cons
  • Nothing

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Unreliable, abandoned immediately after warranty expired!

When this MSD Ignition 8680 Timing Controller worked, it worked well and I was able to adjust the timing from the driver's seat for various conditions. When I was stuck in traffic, I could increase the time so the engine ran a little cooler. If I needed a higher idle on a cold engine (no choke, racing carburetor) I would just increase the time. For optimal performance, I could adjust the timing accordingly. It allows an adjustment of 15 degrees. It's relatively easy to install and I use it with

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  • Automotive
Cons
  • Expandable