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Old Apr 30, 2003 | 12:23 PM
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Really thinking about getting the MSD RPM Switch

I know its more and not as variable as the Harlan (which I have) but I have more confidence that it will work all of the time.

I talked to a rep at MSD yesterday and they tell me its about $35 to modify it to work with our ignition setup. I'm willing to kick a little more $$$ to get something that's going to work.

I'll most likely sell my harlan to get the MSD. I've found one for a very good price.
Old Apr 30, 2003 | 02:19 PM
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It does, I have had mine taped to my battery for almost a year and have had no problems whatsoever.

No headaches here.
Old May 1, 2003 | 05:20 AM
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It does, I have had mine taped to my battery for almost a year and have had no problems whatsoever.

No headaches here.
You had yours modified?
Old May 1, 2003 | 05:29 AM
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I think the Harlan/Relay setup will be more reliable if you mount it inside the car instead of under the hood.

https://maxima.org/forums/showthread...hreadid=211332
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either way its May.. time to install that bad boy.
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I had my harlen window switch under-hood for my nitrous setup, and haven't had a single problem.
Old May 1, 2003 | 06:33 AM
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Originally posted by Confused
either way its May.. time to install that bad boy.
Yeah, you're right.

I'm still searching out a couple of parts and I was busy with the family and work for the last few months. All I need is the vacuum canister and I'm golden. Can't find that bish anywhere.
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Originally posted by deezo
You had yours modified?

It had already been modified when i bought it.
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Re: Really thinking about getting the MSD RPM Switch

Originally posted by deezo
I know its more and not as variable as the Harlan (which I have) but I have more confidence that it will work all of the time.

I talked to a rep at MSD yesterday and they tell me its about $35 to modify it to work with our ignition setup. I'm willing to kick a little more $$$ to get something that's going to work.

I'll most likely sell my harlan to get the MSD. I've found one for a very good price.
I was looking at the MSD too, and saw that they have a dial modulator selectors that would make it act very much like harlans. Only bad part is its like 40 bucks... but it might be worth it for the ability to change the rpms.
Old May 1, 2003 | 01:21 PM
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Re: Re: Really thinking about getting the MSD RPM Switch

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I was looking at the MSD too, and saw that they have a dial modulator selectors that would make it act very much like harlans. Only bad part is its like 40 bucks... but it might be worth it for the ability to change the rpms.
That's right.

It would cost much more in the end but at least you would be getting a highend piece of equipment (no disrespect to harlan's workmanship).
Old May 1, 2003 | 02:53 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Really thinking about getting the MSD RPM Switch

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That's right.

It would cost much more in the end but at least you would be getting a highend piece of equipment (no disrespect to harlan's workmanship).
Right, if i was gonna spend that much money on the VI, i would say spend a little more to make sure that it works 100%. When i had my VI on order i was planning on going the MSD route, but sadly no more
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