Coil change

[texacejr]

Has anyone tried hooking up a TFI coil from a later model ford to replace the stock coil?
I have access to a mid 90's ford pickup for free.
I've read all the online material, sounds like a good idea, just wondering if anyone here has tried it.
It's going on an 82 Fairmount with DII dizzy.

 

[Lazy JW]

This has been done and reportedly works well. You have to interface the DS2 to the TFI coil by using a GM HEI ignition module. Check out www.gofastforless.com . I have the parts to convert my truck but have been to busy surviving winter. I plan to finish the conversion soon.
Joe

 

[texacejr]

Did some more reading online.
From all indications, I can use my duraspark setup as is and add the TFI coil.
Already have the brass-tipped cap and rotor.
I'll salvage a used TFI coil and mounting bracket along with the connector and coil wire from a salvage yard....$$$$
I'll post my results as soon as I can !!
Meanwhile, this makes for interesting reading.
http://users3.ev1.net/~bmarr/duraspark_ ... pgrade.htm

P.S. I have already advanced my initial timing to 16 from 10 degrees and backed off the vacuum advance 4 turns (counterclockwise).
Difference is very noticeable even for a worn-out 200 with auto.

P.S.S. Thanks for the link ..I had'nt read it already.

 

[CobraSix]

I've heard mix reviews about the old TFI's giving out too quickly. Why not look for a DS2 coil while you're at the salvage yard?

Slade

 

[Lazy JW]

I think he already has a DS2 and wants to upgrade from there.
Joe

 

[CobraSix]

I don't think a TFI is really an upgrade...

Honestly, I would look for a MSD, Accel, or Flamethrower coil. Save up the money, getting used electronics from a junkyard is something you really have to be careful with.

Slade

 

[texacejr]

You are both right !!!

First- I have a DS-2 setup already in my 1982 Futura.
Second- I need to pinch $$$ where I can. Buying the parts at salvage will accomplish this, plus I will have the extra parts I need such as the TFI coil mount and wiring.

If the upgrade performs as I hope, NEW wires and coil will be added.
And of course I will post any results from this test.

Sucks ta be poor doncha know