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Old 08-31-08, 10:20 PM
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CA 1983 RX-7 GS Original Owner

Proud owner of a Charcoal Grey 1983 RX-7 with 89K miles. I would like to replace the ignition coils to CRANECAMs PS20's. Not sure if I need to use the resistors that came along with the kit. I believe the resistor will lower the ohms to 1.3 - 1.9. Hopefully, this will not ruin my engine or anything else. Any help would be appreciated. I believe the RX-& Manual says the primary should be around 1.22 to 1.48 ohms. Do i need to install both resistors for both coils????

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Old 08-31-08, 10:42 PM
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welcome to the forum!!! . if you have any questions on forum rules or posting any question, please feel free to ask. any chance you have your original window sticker?

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Old 09-01-08, 10:15 AM
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Welcome to the club. I am an original owner of a 1980.
I use MSD coils and a MSD unit on mine.
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I have to check to see if I have the sticker...

Did you have to install the resistors to lower the Ohms?

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I still wish I had my 82 GS
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Sorry i can't help with your question. I used to use MSD units (1 L and 1 T) with factory coils and resistors and low resistance Racing Beat Ultra wires on my '83 but went back to stock ignition setup.

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