MSD Ignition 3-Step Retard

The Three Stage Retard Control allows you to retard your ignition timing in three different stages. You can activate one retard for a nitrous stage and another at top end in high gear for more mph and still have another module left over for dual stage nitrous systems. When activated together, the retard amounts are cumulative so you get the total of the three. For example, if you pull 2, then 4 on the second stage and another 2 at top end, the total retard is 8 (2+4+2=8).

In addition to the individual retard stages, the Three Stage Retard Control has an optional start retard function that retards the timing 10 or 25 while cranking the engine. This makes starting high compression engines with locked-out timing, such as crank trigger systems, much easier.

The Three Stage Retard Control connects easily to your MSD Ignition and can be triggered from points, electronic ignitions, crank triggers or magnetic pickup distributors.

The Three Stage is supplied with a 2, 3 and 4 module and must be used with an MSD 6, SCI, 7, 8 or 10 Series Ignition.Learn More

MSD Ignition Adjustable Timing Control

The MSD Adjustable Timing Control puts you in control of your ignition timing - from the driver's seat! A dash mounted control knob allows you to adjust the ignition timing to compensate for changes in altitude, low octane gas, or heavy loads. For cars driven every day but raced occasionally on the weekends, this control is perfect. Increased fuel mileage and performance are just some of the benefits as the ignition timing can be advanced or retarded to prevent engine detonation.

The control knob mounts to the dash board for easy and accurate timing adjustments up to 15. The Control can be used on 4, 6 and 8-cylinder engines and must be used with an MSD Ignition Control.Learn More

MSD Ignition Digital Multi-Retard

The Digital Multi-Retard provides four different stages of retard along with an adjustable start retard feature - all of this with no modules!

The MSD Multi-Retard uses a high speed RISC microcontroller to direct the timing functions. This controller can make extremely quick compensations to the timing while maintaining accuracy to within 1. These circuits are thoroughly debounced and isolated for protection against Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI). There is also an innovative Magnetic Pickup Compensation circuit built-in to allow for rock steady timing with a variety of different mag pickups.

There are four separate retard stages that can be activated independently or together for a total sum of retards. Each stage is adjustable from 0 - 9 and a maximum of 20 of retard can be pulled out. On top of these great features, there is also an optional start retard circuit that can be programmed to retard the timing 5, 10, 15 or 20 during cranking. The Digital Multi-Retard can be used on 4, 6 or 8 cylinder engines and must be used with an MSD Ignition Control.Learn More

MSD Ignition Soft Touch Rev Control

For points and OEM Ignition systems

The Soft Touch Rev Control, PN 8728, is designed to be used on standard points ignition or inductive ignition systems. This means that the PN 8728 can be installed on engines with a GM HEI Ignition, Ford or Chrysler electronic ignition, any standard breaker points systems or even with an MSD 5 or Blaster Ignition (non-CD ignitions).

The Soft Touch Rev Control is adjusted with plug-in modules and is supplied with 6,000, 7,000 and 8,000 rpm modules. When the engine reaches your set rpm, the Soft Touch circuitry kicks in and drops the spark to certain cylinders. These cylinders are fired on the next cycle to prevent fuel from loading up in the cylinder. This limiter produces very accurate and smooth, backfire-free rev limits.Can be used on 4, 6 or 8-cylinder engines with inductive ignitions.

NOTE: Not for use with CD Ignitions. Learn More

MSD Ignition Start Saver

When you install a crank trigger system, having locked out timing may put a strain on the starter and flywheel. This compact controller provides a retard that automatically retards the timing during cranking to ease the pressure.

The MSD Starter Saver measures only 1.5x 3.5 x 2 and wires into your ignition system with only four wires. It can be programmed to retard the timing 10 or 20 during cranking only. The retard is activated when the engine begins cranking and is deactivated once the engine reaches over 800 rpm. (If the engine rpm drops below 500 rpm it will activate again.)

The Starter Saver receives the trigger signal through an MSD Crank Trigger pickup or the Distributors magnetic pickup. This Control has a very accurate pickup compensation circuit resulting in rock steady timing throughout the entire rpm range of your engine. There is also an LED that illuminates with each trigger signal to confirm operation and the circuitry is completely potted in a polyurethane compound for extreme vibration resistance.Learn More

MSD Two Step Module Selector

The MSD Module Selectors allow you to choose two or three different rpm limits that can be activated at different times. With this ability, the possibilities are endless.

As an example, we'll use a drag car with a Three Step Module Selector plugged into the rpm socket of a 7AL-2 Ignition. The different rpm modules are activated when 12 volts is applied to a corresponding wire. By connecting one wire to the line-lock circuit, one module will be activated during the burnout. This helps keep tire temperatures consistent and when the line-lock button is released, the limit turns off. When you're on the starting line, you can activate the second limit through the clutch or trans switch. This provides you with a steady and consistent rpm for firm holeshots every time. When no modules are selected, the remaining high limit is active to protect the engine in the event of driveline failure. The Two Step works the same, but only with two different limits.

The Module Selectors can also be used with an MSD Timing Control. By plugging the Selector into a retard module socket, you can activate different retard amounts at select times. This is a great feature for engines being upgraded to a multi-stage nitrous system. With the addition of an RPM Activated Switch, you can use the Two Step to activate a shift light at different rpm.

The Module Selectors must be used with an MSD Soft Touch Rev Control or a Timing Controller with a high speed retard module. No rpm or retard modules are supplied.Learn More

MSD Three Step Module Selector

The MSD Module Selectors allow you to choose two or three different rpm limits that can be activated at different times. With this ability, the possibilities are endless.

As an example, we'll use a drag car with a Three Step Module Selector plugged into the rpm socket of a 7AL-2 Ignition. The different rpm modules are activated when 12 volts is applied to a corresponding wire. By connecting one wire to the line-lock circuit, one module will be activated during the burnout. This helps keep tire temperatures consistent and when the line-lock button is released, the limit turns off. When you're on the starting line, you can activate the second limit through the clutch or trans switch. This provides you with a steady and consistent rpm for firm holeshots every time. When no modules are selected, the remaining high limit is active to protect the engine in the event of driveline failure. The Two Step works the same, but only with two different limits.

The Module Selectors can also be used with an MSD Timing Control. By plugging the Selector into a retard module socket, you can activate different retard amounts at select times. This is a great feature for engines being upgraded to a multi-stage nitrous system. With the addition of an RPM Activated Switch, you can use the Two Step to activate a shift light at different rpm.

The Module Selectors must be used with an MSD Soft Touch Rev Control or a Timing Controller with a high speed retard module. No rpm or retard modules are supplied.Learn More

The DIS Ignitions all deliver a stout, CD spark that is capable of burning the majority of air/fuel mixtures. There are of course exceptions, such as full bred race engines running high boost pressures from turbos, blowers or nitrous. To answer these needs, we offer a Higher Output version of the DIS Ignition Controls.The DIS Plus HO Ignitions produce an incredible 170 millijoules of spark energy with 470 primary volts. This increased output will light up fuel mixtures even under extreme cylinder pressures.The DIS-HO boxes are not CARB approved and are designed for drag racing applications only.

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