As part of providing choices in the construction of your engine I offer most brands of parts,
but I do promote my favorites based on either value for money of best performance.
When it comes to ignition I like the Crane Cams components.
As a second choice, and costing a little less more you might choose MSD.
The following is and introduction to some of the components available.
CRANE HI-6 Performance CD Ignition Systems
Multi-Spark CD, for race, street, up to 14.5:1 compression ratio, nitrous-oxide, supercharged and turbo. More HP, torque, crisper throttle response! For 4, 6, 8 cylinder with distributor.
• Capacitive-Discharge ignition for street
• New HI-6 delivers higher spark-gap current than comparable digital CD ignitions!
• Multi-Spark CD, for race, street, nitrous-oxide, supercharged and turbo
• More HP, torque, crisper throttle response!
• For vehicles with distributor
• New “Plug-n-Go” universal harness included
• New, bigger rotary switches with precise “Click-In” detents for easy rev limit adjustments. No “chips” needed
• Built-in adjustable rev limiter adjusts in 100 RPM increments
• NEW! Easy Checking for System Problems! No guessing!
• Built-in flashing codes tell what the problem is. Checks coil, ground, power supply, loose or broken wires and the ignition unit itself!
• Points, module, mag triggered
• Tach accuracy check feature built in
• Surface-mount, fully digital components
• The most reliable CD ignition available
• Built-in timing retard available with optional Control Module, Part Number 6000-6446
• Fully sealed with new, soft urethane for heat, dirt and moisture protection
• Exclusive Cross-Fire protection, for supercharged or turbo applications
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HI-6S Digital Multi-Spark Ignition
6000-6300 Analog.HI-6S Ignition Only. For computer-controlled cars/trucks without vacuum advance. Triggers from stock electronic ignition. Easy Plug-n-Go installation. Not compatible with distributorless ignitions 50 states legal CARB E.O., D-225 $140
6000-6301 Includes Coil. HI-6S and Coil Kit - Ford Applications. HI-6S and PS-91 coil along with plug-in harness for 1985-95 Ford TFI-IV applications, including Mustang 5.0 H.O. Will not work with distributorless ignitions. 50 states legal CARB E.O., D-225-59. $160
6000-6302 Includes Coil.HI-6S and PS91 Coil Kit - GM Applications. HI-6S and PS-91 coil along with plug-in harness for late model GM applications with dual plug coil (not LT1). Will not work with distributorless ignitions or HEI. Will work with points. 50 states legal CARB E.O., D-225-59. $180
HI-6 Performance CD Ignition
$250
6000-6400 Multi-Spark CD, for race, street, up to 14.5:1 compression ratio, nitrous-oxide, supercharged and turbo. More HP, torque, crisper throttle response! For 4, 6, 8 cylinder with distributor.
HI-6DSR CD Ignition with Dual Stage Rev Limiting
$305
6000-6424 Multi-Spark CD, for race, street, up to 14.5:1 compression ratio, nitrous-oxide, supercharged and turbo. More HP, torque, crisper throttle response! For 4, 6, 8 cylinder with distributor. HI-6DSR CD Ignition with Dual Stage Rev Limiting. Suitable for burn out setting.
HI-6 Capacitive Discharge Multi-Spark Ignition
$220 Best suited for Street
6000-6440 Multi-Spark CD, for race, street, 10 to 14.5:1 compression ratio, nitrousoxide, supercharged and turbo. More HP, torque, crisper throttle response! For 4, 6, 8 cylinder with distributor.
HI-6 Capacitive Discharge Multi-Spark Ignition
HI-6TRC CD Ignition with Timing Retard
$318
6000-6466 Multi-Spark CD, for race or street, up to 14.5:1 compression ratio, nitrous-oxide, supercharged and turbo. More HP, torque, crisper throttle response! For 4, 6, 8 cylinder with distributor.
HI-6TRC CD Ignition with Timing Retard for Blower & N2O application
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Street/Race Distributors $320 Best for Street 
• The ultimate in distributor ignition firing accuracy!
• For street or all-out race
• Accurate to +/- .5 degrees at all RPM levels!
• Magnetic trigger plug works with most Crane Cams Ignitions plus many others
• 9 electronically pre-programmed “mechanical” advance curves
• 3 electronically pre-programmed “vacuum” advance curves
• “Zero” position provides advance lock-out for crank trigger ignitions
• Photo-etched, stainless steel trigger disc eliminates flex and corrosion
• Aircraft quality upper bearing for long life, precision alignment
• Adjustable slip collar (GM apps) for machined block heights
• Billet 6061-T6 aluminum housing
• Composite lower housing bearing holds true alignment
• Precision M-A-P sensor built-in
• Solid brass cap terminals ensure maximum current conductivity
• Fully urethane sealed against dirt, oil, and moisture.
• Surface mount robotic assembly for accuracy… same as used in laptops and cell phones
• Race proven, optical trigger for precise firing and reliability
• No weights or springs! Maintenance free!
• Backed by Crane unconditional “Customer Satisfaction” warranty!
Pro-Series Race Distributors $790
These distributors are so accurate, so totally reliable, they’re the No. 1 choice of many Nextel Cup®, Busch Series®, and Craftsman Truck Series® teams! Dual optical triggers, billet aluminum housing, stainless steel photo-chemical etched trigger disc, individual cylinder timing capability, and they need no costly “blueprinting”! Just drop in and run!
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LX92 Lightweight E-Core Coil $60 730-0892 Crane Coils
• High-output E-core ignition coils.
• Up to 70% higher energy at the spark plug than stock for maximum performance, race or street.
• E-core design with closed magnetic path. Reduced leakage inductance cuts losses and improves energy transfer to the spark plug.
• Solid epoxy encapsulated. Resists severe shock and harsh vibration.
• Insulated primary connector for safety. No exposed high voltage on primary terminals for enhanced safety. An important consideration when used with high output CD systems.
• SAE-spec high voltage tower protects against arcing. Improved coil wire retention and longer creep path to protect against high voltage arcing.
• Heavy gauge wire used for all windings. Results in much lower resistance and better heat dissipation for greater high RPM endurance.
• Windings optimized with computer aided design. Our exclusive CAD (Computer-Aided-Design) windings produce maximum spark gap current and highest available voltage.
• Crane LX92 E-core coil is 50 states street legal for recommended applications.
• Lightweight, low profile black anodized housing.
LX92 Professional Race Coil for use with CD Racing Ignitions
Professional race coil for use with CD systems only. Highly recommended for maximum performance with Crane HI-6 systems. Gives up to 12 times greater output than OE. Replacement coil for Crane HI-7 system. Can also be used with Mallory® Hyfire®, MSD 7® and MSD 8® systems. Caution: MSD 6® systems are not capable of driving the high current demanded by the LX92. Not compatible with Crane HI-6S system. For 1995 and older non-OBD II vehicles with distributor-type CD ignition system. CARB E.O. D-225-60
LX91 Lightweight E-Core Coil $50
LX91 High Output Universal E-Core Ignition Coil
Highest possible spark energy and spark gap current – up to 100% greater than comparable OE coils and 70% greater than MSD® Blaster® coil. Recommended coil for street use with Crane HI-6, Mallory® Hyfire®, MSD 6® CD systems. Also works great with Crane DMSI, HI-6S, XR3000 inductive discharge ignitions. Not for use in race or extended high RPM use with high output ignition. Not for use with points. For 1995 and earlier non-OBD II applications. CARB E.O. D-225-60
PS92 Performance E-Core Coil $70
• High-output E-core coils for race and street.
• Up to 70% higher energy at the spark plug than stock for maximum performance, race or street.
• E-core design with closed magnetic path. Reduced leakage inductance cuts losses and improves energy transfer to the spark plug, for maximum ignition performance.
• Plastic overmolded core with urethane encapsulation. Improved urethane encapsulation material provides improved protection against severe shock, harsh vibration, and high voltage breakdown. Eliminates the exposed E-core.
• Insulated primary connector for safety. No exposed high voltage on primary terminals for enhanced safety. An important consideration when used with high output CD systems. Mating connector included.
• SAE-spec high voltage tower. Improved coil wire retention and longer creep path to protect against high voltage arcing.
• Crane PS91 and PS92 E-core coils are 50 states street legal for recommended applications.
• Custom fit coils are available for most Ford and GM original equipment (OE) replacement purposes.
• Includes bright nickel plated bracket.
PS92 Race Coil for Use with CD Ignition Systems
Street performance and professional race coil for use with CD systems only. Highly recommended for maximum performance with Crane HI-6 systems. Produces up to 12 times greater output than OE. Can also be used with Mallory® Hyfire®, MSD7® and MSD8® systems. Not compatible with Crane HI-6S systems. Includes nickel plated bracket. For 1995 and older non-OBD II vehicles with distributor type, CD ignition system. CARB E.O. D-225-60
PS91 Lightweight E-Core Coil $50
PS91 High Output E-Core Ignition Coil
Up to 100% greater than stock coils and 70% greater than competitors’ coils! (SAE J973a tests) For street use with Crane XR3000, HI-6 and HI-6S, Mallory® Hyfire® and MSD-6® CD systems. Not for use with points. For 1995 and earlier non-OBD II with distributor ignition. CARB E.O. D-225-60
PS60 Performance Coil $40
• Canister-style, oil-filled performance and replacement coils. Crane offers a complete line of canister style oil filled coils for both performance and universal replacement appli- cations. For optimum performance on newer vehicles that do not require a canister style coil, use our PS and LX series E-core coils.
• 20-50% higher energy at spark plug than typical stock coils. Gives improved starting, better throttle response, and more high end power. Tested to conform to SAE J973a test procedure.
• Oil filled for maximum internal winding, cooling and high reliability.
• Windings optimized with computer aided design for maximum spark gap current and high available voltage.
• Alkyd coil towers. Alkyd coil towers eliminate failure from flash over and carbon tracking.
• 50 states street legal.
PS60 Performance Coil Special low resistance windings. Output characteristics similar to Crane PS91 E-core coil. Designed for extended use such as oval track, road racing, off road, and high RPM street engines. Compatible with all OE electronic ignitions. Recommended for use with Crane XR3000, DMSI, and HI-6S. Not for use with points. Nickel plated finish. Fits most OE brackets. CARB E.O. D-225-60.
PS20 Premium Street Coil $30
• Canister-style, oil-filled performance and replacement coils. Crane offers a complete line of canister style oil filled coils for both performance and universal replacement appli- cations. For optimum performance on newer vehicles that do not require a canister style coil, use our PS and LX series E-core coils.
• 20-50% higher energy at spark plug than typical stock coils. Gives improved starting, better throttle response, and more high end power. Tested to conform to SAE J973a test procedure.
• Oil filled for maximum internal winding, cooling and high reliability.
• Windings optimized with computer aided design for maximum spark gap current and high available voltage.
• Alkyd coil towers. Alkyd coil towers eliminate failure from flash over and carbon tracking.
• 50 states street legal.
PS20 Premium Street Coil Great as a high output replacement for OE electronic ignition and points applications on vehicles that require a conventional round coil. Designed for use with Crane XR700 ignitions. For general purpose use in applications when engine RPM does not exceed 6500 RPM. Includes ballast resistor for points applications. Black finish. Fits most OE brackets. CARB E.O. D-225-60.
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