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tfi module and msd box

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could an msd box sort out a tfi module. or make it run ****ty. or will it not run at all. i have an ingition problem i cant figure out. either way i do it advance or retard timing it still has the red hot header. runing out of ideas or things to check. this all happened when i hook the msd box. no codes
 

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You can certainly have an issue with the ignition box.

And no, the box should not interfere with the TFI module.

If your car runs decent with no box and crappier with the box, you've found the issue.

You will want to confirm your ignition timing however.

Good luck.
 
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yeah its bad i un hook then box but its still there red hot headers, i adjusted my timing advance retarded but still there. i thinking tfi module or egr valve maybe i dont know what to do. its not throwing any codes. running out of options. new plugs,cap rotors check firing order all looks good. i dont know what to do
 
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