MSD ignition control box

[CORV3TT3]

i was wondering if any of you had any experience with them. i bought one and was trying to figure out where i should mount it. does anyone have any ideas of where i could mount it? it is going into a automatice 74 vette with ac.

 

[black_81_vette]

There isnt a real good spot to put it. I mounted mine under the dash on the passenger side.

 

[GerryLP]

i was wondering if any of you had any experience with them. i bought one and was trying to figure out where i should mount it. does anyone have any ideas of where i could mount it? it is going into a automatice 74 vette with ac.

Here is thread where some of us discussed several aspects of installing the MSD box...http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44387

In this thread I included a bracket drawing that is to be mounted above the water pump and in front of a conventional air cleaner and drop base. I don't have to use a smog pump, so this bracket also takes advantage of the space available when the smog pump is not being used.

GerryLP:cool

 

[CORV3TT3]

Thanks Gerry
I am thinking about trying to put it in one of the storage compartments right by the battery and connecting it directly to the battery. Is there any reason why I should not do it this way?

 

[Bob Chadwick]

It will fit very nicely over the top of the brace for the front bumper. It makes for easy wiring back to the distributor.

 

[GerryLP]

Thanks Gerry
I am thinking about trying to put it in one of the storage compartments right by the battery and connecting it directly to the battery. Is there any reason why I should not do it this way?

The MSD box should not be installed in an enclosed area such a glove box (page 4 of installation manual). I understand by this that it should get ventilation and/or cooling air.

Also, it should not be installed upside-down, for this will cause it to accumulate moisture.

GerryLP:cool

 

[CORV3TT3]

The MSD box should not be installed in an enclosed area such a glove box (page 4 of installation manual).

True, but the glove box will probably be cooler than my engine compartment

 

[Lucy64]

I mounted the MSD 6AL right next to the battery on my 64 just as you said you were considering. I have had it for just over a year with no problems. I couldn't find anywhere else to put it and yes you want to mount it where it can 'breathe' and stay cool.