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Kwik · 08-20-2010, 08:30 AM

Hi: Can someone who is running MSD coils please confirm the P/N for me? I believe I need P/N 82478. but want to double check prior to ordering. They are for a 2010 Camaro SS with the LS3. Thanks for the help.

BlackM6RS/SS · 08-20-2010, 07:21 PM

Thats what I found it to be LS2/LS3/LS7.

MSD P/N 82478 - LS2/LS3/LS7 Ignition Coils set of 8

HeavyD · 08-20-2010, 07:22 PM

Do those really do anything?

flyby · 08-20-2010, 09:46 PM

more power bigger spark

thesnoopster · 08-20-2010, 11:07 PM

Aint these coils running like some big dollars ??? What are the prices on the MSD coils??

wbt · 08-20-2010, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flyby

more power bigger spark

Not going to add anything for power. Unless you just want red coils, they are a total waste of money.

Rage · 08-21-2010, 08:17 AM

Sorry for the ignorace...Red coils?

Kwik · 08-21-2010, 08:44 AM

So you haven't put anything on your Fords that doesn't add HP? Personally I like a good looking car that runs well. I have used MSD products on several cars in the past. They make quality godies. The coils give a good multi spark and look bitchin'. Thanks to all for your input.

My 5th · 08-21-2010, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kwik

So you haven't put anything on your Fords that doesn't add HP? Personally I like a good looking car that runs well. I have used MSD products on several cars in the past. They make quality godies. The coils give a good multi spark and look bitchin'. Thanks to all for your input.

Back "in the day" I ran the MSD black box (it was actually red) on my Cosworth Vega and 73 Corvette. The MSD box made it so I could run colder plugs that were better at high RPM, while not fouling at idle and lower RPM's--which both cars did before I added the MSD box. If I ran hotter plugs the idle and low RPM were good, but they misfired at high RPM. So while the MSD box may not have added any horsepower, they did allow the engines to develop their max output over a broader RPM range. Of course the LT-1 was pretty low-tech compared to the LS3, but it still was a hell of a ride. I still have a hard time thinking the all-aluminum Cosworth Vega engine with DOHC and 16 valves is/was low-tech, but even compared to the Cobalt Eco-Tech engine it is (in 1975 it was pretty high-tech though).

Just my 2 cents.

wbt · 08-22-2010, 12:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kwik

So you haven't put anything on your Fords that doesn't add HP? Personally I like a good looking car that runs well. I have used MSD products on several cars in the past. They make quality godies. The coils give a good multi spark and look bitchin'. Thanks to all for your input.

I would recommend doing a search here for MSD coils. You will find several others stating the same thing I did.

Second, if you think they are worth more power, dyno your car before and after on the same day you swap them for the stock coils. Post your results. You will need to make at least 3 runs with the stock and 3 with the new coils and take the average of the pulls. I would be shocked if it was >1HP difference.

If you are going for looks that is fine. If you are expecting gains it is a waste of money. I would funnel it into better traction, CAI, tune, weight reduction, etc...

Just realized you had this listed in your mods:
FAST 102mm LSXR intake manifold with FAST fuel rails

Another mod that is good for almost nothing on a LS3. Close to if not $1K in parts not including install. If you are happy with these types of mods then more power to you. If you plan to go forced induction down the road then you may be on the right track. If you plan to stay N/A, so much more could be had with the money tied up in 7-8HP. Ported heads come to mind with a matching cam which I see is on your list.

This is just my observation and you can take it or leave it. Just hate to see good money go to waste.

Sack Rat 2SS · 08-22-2010, 01:33 PM

If you are going for looks that is fine. If you are expecting gains it is a waste of money. I would funnel it into better traction, CAI, tune, weight reduction, etc...

I agree with this. I have seen several extreme builds, over 1000 flywheel HP, and ALL used the factory ignition coils and wires. This is much ancestor worship. However, if you are blown and using NOX then the cylinder pressures/temps could warrent the coils. How bout spending on a rear gear ratio change? More bang for the buck. Just my 2 cents.

ProudLS · 08-22-2010, 07:11 PM

how about spark plugs..!! Any idea about it??

Sack Rat 2SS · 08-22-2010, 08:46 PM

Factory plugs are great, until you go forced induction or NOX. Then you need to drop down a full heat range cooler for the added pressures.

Slowhawk · 08-22-2010, 10:04 PM

The stock LS3 coil can power 1200rwhp easilly.Paint them red and save the $$.

MSD sales pitch is more power but I have yet to see 1hp gained by ussing them.Only thing we have seen is alot of bad coils from them.

I would keep the stockers.

08-20-2010, 08:30 AM	#1
Kwik Drives: car Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: USA Posts: 801	MSD coils question Hi: Can someone who is running MSD coils please confirm the P/N for me? I believe I need P/N 82478. but want to double check prior to ordering. They are for a 2010 Camaro SS with the LS3. Thanks for the help. __________________ Upgrades to suspension, brakes, motor and appearance. 482.7 RWHP- 434.2 RWT - All motor.

08-20-2010, 07:21 PM	#2
BlackM6RS/SS Drives: 2010 Black M6 RS/2SS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Benbrook, TX Posts: 287	Thats what I found it to be LS2/LS3/LS7. MSD P/N 82478 - LS2/LS3/LS7 Ignition Coils set of 8 __________________ 10 Blk/Blk RS/2SS w/CGM Stripes ADM H/C/I M6 480rwhp 435rwtq FE4 LCAs w/Pfadt ZL swaybars Diff bushings Trailing arms Drop springs

08-20-2010, 11:07 PM	#5
thesnoopster Drives: '17 Fifty SS - '18 Traverse Redline Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 3,616	Aint these coils running like some big dollars ??? What are the prices on the MSD coils?? __________________ 2017 Camaro SS -"FIFTY" Mods: "93 Octane"

08-21-2010, 08:17 AM	#7
Rage TRI-COUNTY CAMARO... FTW! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Cyber Grey Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Sorry for the ignorace...Red coils? __________________ CAI inc. cold air intake, LG G6x3 cam, Patriot Gold Extreme Dual springs, Titanium retainers and locks, LG SuperPro 1 7/8 Long Tube headers with full 3" exhaust, DynoMax VT mufflers, SLP 4" tips, Moroso catch can, Race Ready electronic exhaust cut outs, Full painted Razzi body kit, Headlight Armor Smoke taillight and marker blackouts, T-Rex aluminum upper and lower grille, Polished aluminum front and rear bowties. Professionally installed and Dyno Tuned by HorsePower Sales, Pompano Beach FL.

08-21-2010, 08:44 AM	#8
Kwik Drives: car Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: USA Posts: 801	So you haven't put anything on your Fords that doesn't add HP? Personally I like a good looking car that runs well. I have used MSD products on several cars in the past. They make quality godies. The coils give a good multi spark and look bitchin'. Thanks to all for your input. __________________ Upgrades to suspension, brakes, motor and appearance. 482.7 RWHP- 434.2 RWT - All motor.

08-20-2010, 07:22 PM	#3
HeavyD Drives: 1SSRS RY L99 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,329	Do those really do anything?

08-20-2010, 09:46 PM	#4
flyby Drives: 2010 Silver SS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Glen Gardner, NJ Posts: 1,336 View My Garage	more power bigger spark

08-22-2010, 01:33 PM	#11
Sack Rat 2SS Drives: Silver SS/RS, Man 6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: DFW area, Texas Posts: 884	If you are going for looks that is fine. If you are expecting gains it is a waste of money. I would funnel it into better traction, CAI, tune, weight reduction, etc... I agree with this. I have seen several extreme builds, over 1000 flywheel HP, and ALL used the factory ignition coils and wires. This is much ancestor worship. However, if you are blown and using NOX then the cylinder pressures/temps could warrent the coils. How bout spending on a rear gear ratio change? More bang for the buck. Just my 2 cents. __________________ Silver 2SS/RS Man/6 CTS-V front 6-Piston Calipers, GM 3.91 Rear Gears

08-22-2010, 07:11 PM	#12
ProudLS Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TX Posts: 193	how about spark plugs..!! Any idea about it?? __________________ 2010 Black/Black SS RS M6, ARH headers, Hi-flow cats w/x-pipe, Fastlane CAI, Livernois Camshaft 2C, SLP 160 Stat, SLP underdrive pulley, Hurst, Eibach lower spring, BMR lower control arms, BMR toe rods, Razzi body kit and Borla axle back. Tuned by me HPT.

08-22-2010, 08:46 PM	#13
Sack Rat 2SS Drives: Silver SS/RS, Man 6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: DFW area, Texas Posts: 884	Factory plugs are great, until you go forced induction or NOX. Then you need to drop down a full heat range cooler for the added pressures. __________________ Silver 2SS/RS Man/6 CTS-V front 6-Piston Calipers, GM 3.91 Rear Gears

08-22-2010, 10:04 PM	#14
Slowhawk Drives: 1999 Trans Am Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bridgewater,Ma Posts: 2,017	The stock LS3 coil can power 1200rwhp easilly.Paint them red and save the $$. MSD sales pitch is more power but I have yet to see 1hp gained by ussing them.Only thing we have seen is alot of bad coils from them. I would keep the stockers.

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