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hp/boost limit of stock ignition?

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Old Mar 25, 2008 | 02:36 PM
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hp/boost limit of stock ignition?

I've got an 88 T2 with a T04S (60-1 turbo), supporting fuel system and engine management, FMIC, etc. I know the FC ignition system is superior to the FD's, but what is the max boost and/or hp level i can push the stock FC ignition system with 4 trailing plugs (9's) and just upgraded wires? I just don't want blowout. 15psi? 20psi? This is on race gas.

I know the coils should be fine, but at what point do you need an ignition amplifier on the leading? Can I take it up to the 400rwhp range?
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Old Mar 26, 2008 | 01:46 PM
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Interesting. I did not know that the FC's ignition system is superior. Nice to know. I would also like the know how much the stock ignition can handle.
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Old Mar 26, 2008 | 07:45 PM
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I managed a 11.7 on stock ignition, not sure what HP level it was.
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Old Mar 26, 2008 | 09:36 PM
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600+ whp. i wouldn't worry.
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Old Mar 26, 2008 | 10:10 PM
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I am considering the stock ignition as in NOTHING else but stock ignition. When I add my jacobs box I run 10.8
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