Is this ignition setup the best there is?

[350kmileford]

http://classicinlines.com/proddetail.as ... CIK&cat=42

If it isn't, what is?

 

[bigcatchdaniel555]

Everyone on here seems to think so I cant say as I've never triedit but everyone here who has it says so.

 

[rbohm]

8) saying one particular system is the best is next to impossible. this system however is an excellent system to use, especially on the street.

 

[fordconvert]

Its basically the same setup that GM used on everything from 74-85 so parts are easy to come by. DUI has a great rep for quality and proper setup. Its a clean look, only 1 wire hookup (unless you have a tach then 2). There are also a bunch of 'aftermarket performance' stuff made for them if you decide the DUI guts are not good enough.

 

[falcon fanatic]

this one is better, but complicated to install.

http://www.directignition.com/products/xdi.html

I have the DUI, and I am very pleased with it. Previously I had the DSII, which wasn't bad either.

 

[FalconSedanDelivery]

Not the most cost effective , but is a good unit , let me explain , If you are starting out with a pre 67 setup ( loadamatic ) it then makes more sense because your only choice in upgrades are , add a pertronix, and coil,or add a 67 and later dist and a pertronix and coil ( New and better plug wires are I feel to be a tune up area not a Ign upgrade all else considerd ), Now ,My area of above average expertese is in Distributors and Dist Recurving , so I feel I have a little more background knowledge on some combos ( the Falcon 6 being one of them ) if origonalty is THE only concern you need to face a fact , keeping the Loadamatic setup is a HUGE wall blocking better than stock performance, I will not even rebuild these units as I am a Hotrodder at heart! ( although I respect the NOS guys , its just not my thing ) that being said ,Using a Recurved-- ( and that doesnt mean you only uinstall a Mr Gasket spring kit and its done ) --67 and later dist that has both Mech and Vacuum adv capibilities , along with a pertronix , and good coil is ALL 99.5 percent of what is needed MONEY WISE, Why you may ask ?, well after 30 plus years of working on all types of Engines and Tuning particular combos , I can tell without any guessing that the Falcon 6s do not need more than what I just mentioned, and here is why, Mostly its RPM range and thats off idle to 4500 on 85 percent of combos,Also the higher RPM combos that are out there are still easily met by a Recurved Stock 67 and later ( duraspark as well ) setups , On my Dist machine a properly setup 67-and later will show stable through 7000 rpms , and thats with the standard Ford supplied bushing ( in good shape of course ) My combo has a Recurved and Refurbished Duraspark with a MSD Blater coil , Taylor 8mm Spiral Pro wires and a Stock GM HEI , 4 pin Module ( alone good for 7000 ) , If I was going with a boosted setup , ( Blower or Turbo , ) I would still recomend a Durasdpark and a MSD BTM or equivelent ,but very few are going this route, The Davis Unified Ignition setup is fine ( I personally dont like its looks , but it is a simple unit and does the job ) And if you have No Dist at all or you need to upgrade ( pre 67 setup ) it is a good option , just more money , than most need to spend , so pick a goal , along with your budget , then make the choice !! Later

 

[350kmileford]

I am trying to buy top end parts where it counts. I plan on getting the aluminum head, and eventually turboing it. So it'd help I imagine.

 

[wagon]

If you go efi (say, with a MegaSquirt..) you almost can't go past the Ford EDIS system (as fitted to mid '90's exploders and stuff)... I have one on my old Falcon (it had a TFI - type dissy) and it is great - and the timing is rock solid! These coils will throw 1 inch sparks! EDIS is fairly easy to fit and the results are well worth it.

 

[John Propes]

There are 2 complete DS systems in the For Sale section right now with a price of $35 or $25. For the money-that is the best deal around. The DUI is better than the DS but is it worth a couple of hundred more? You're better of saving the money for the new head and a cam.
John

 

[mach1 mark]

here's my opinion, easy, simple and works great.

 

[woodbutcher]

Hi M1M.Love the engine paint job.How did you engineer it?
Leo

 

[Lazy JW]

I am trying to buy top end parts where it counts....

I believe this is the key statement. The DUI is certainly top end.
Have fun,
Joe

 

[mustube]

Not to hijack the thread, but what is the absolute best ignition system you can rig up on a small six and stay carbureted?

 

[fordconvert]

Im thinking a DUI or well/ properly built DS2 with the magic box of your choice like MSD6's or Jacobs or whatever turns your crank and you can squeeze out of your wallet.

 

[woodbutcher]

The best ingnition system is the one that always fires the motor when you turn the key in the switch,REGARDLES of the weather conditions.First time,EVERY TIME.
Leo