Msd 5200 install on 1983 ford mustang 3.8l

Jason, I am not sure that is the correct ignition box for your vehicle, contact MSD to see what would be best for your application. Instructions for hooking up MSD, Check the attached links,instruction and guides, Good luck
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Digital 6AL Ignition Control
MSD 6AL 2 Installation
Installing an MSD 6AL with an HEI distributor
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Need to know which MSD Box you have.
I probably have a wiring diagram to fit your installation if you let me know.
THX

install msd pro billet. small diameter ready to run ford v-8distributor on 82 glx mustang

Since you are getting good spark, I would guess first that your timing is too far off. Use a timing light to check the timing since the distributor was replaced. If your timing is too far advanced or retarded it wont fire up, but do exactly as you mention. Also, be sure your firing order is correct.

it just pulls off, but they can be stubborn, have hit my head on roof more than once in the 25 years i worked for a Ford dealer..

a chiltons or hanyes repair book will tell u that it will run u 30 bucks at the most but it will be handy for any other problems that may come

You will need to get some kind of ignition system first. I would recommend getting an MSD. It will come with wiring instructions, and it will be all you need to run the motor.

give me a welder and a set of gas bottles and i will fit anything into whatever you like.but to be honest i do think your biggest problem will be the wiring.want to really hot it up put a jag engine in.but its most likely worth more in its original condition.high compression engine and not subject to having to fit a cat.but you could still fit the manual gearbox though.OK for when your europeon cousins visit as most of us lot in europe especially spain and italy wouldnt know how to drive an auto,they are only for old and disabled people.plus they cost a lot of money extra to have when you buy a vehicle and thats only if you can get it in an auto,very few manufacturers build europeon cars in autos

So does he have spark at the distributor but not at the plugs? I'm not sure what you mean by fire coming in but not coming out. I build alot of these cars.