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CDI box worth it?

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Bullitt0616

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Back in my RX-7 days, a CDI box (Captive Discharge ignition) was a common upgrade to maximize spark and better fuel economy and engine performance.

Is it the same with 99-04 stangs?

Is it worth it?

Thanks,
Carlos
 

CanadaStang

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Bullitt0616 said:
Back in my RX-7 days, a CDI box (Captive Discharge ignition) was a common upgrade to maximize spark and better fuel economy and engine performance.

Is it the same with 99-04 stangs?

Is it worth it?

Thanks,
Carlos
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Nope, the stock ignition system in the Stang is pretty good.
 

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99-04 ignition doesnt need to be fawked w/
 

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Nah.. believe it or not, Ford did an acceptable job on the ignitions.
 
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