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Old May 11, 2016, 06:49 AM
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Car wont start on cdi ignition system.

Im having an issue getting my car to fire. I am using 300m coils with a dynatek arc 2 cdi box. On stock coils I can get the car to fire. But as soon as I install the ignition system nothing. Ive checked the fuse, wiring, and verified that there is voltage to the box and still nothing. This is the first time ive dealt with an aftermarket ignition system so any help is appreciated.
Old May 11, 2016, 07:52 AM
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if it runs fine on the normal setup then there are only 2 possibilities, 1. the install is faulty, or 2. the product is faulty. If you have verified that the install is correct then you should contact tech support for the product. They will probably have some troubleshooting procedures you can follow to try and further isolate the problem.
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It begs the next question, why install one when the stock system is proven.

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Old May 11, 2016, 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by lancerrally45
Its begs the next question, why install one when the stock system is proven.
Didnt ask for your opinion on what you think should be done with my car.
Old May 11, 2016, 12:19 PM
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If you could tell me the difference between Sequential and Waste Sparks, I'll tell you why it doesn't work.
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Old May 11, 2016, 01:14 PM
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Originally Posted by cficare68
Didnt ask for your opinion on what you think should be done with my car.
Spend your money.
Think I care? Nnnnnooooppppeee
Old May 11, 2016, 01:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Ev0ikon
If you could tell me the difference between Sequential and Waste Sparks, I'll tell you why it doesn't work.
is this relevant to OP's problem? its not like there aren't kits out there that use Dynatek CDI boxes on evo's wasted spark setup. Seems like you guys are giving OP grief for no reason.
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Originally Posted by lancerrally45
Spend your money.
Think I care? Nnnnnooooppppeee
I have never heard anyone say that they didn't gain anything from upgrading their ignition system, or that they regret doing it.
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help him or get out. he didn't create the thread to be criticized for his decisions.
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Originally Posted by lancerrally45
Spend your money.
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Clearly you do since you voiced an opinion and not help.

Im just looking for help people. Clearly i dont know hence why im asking. Not sure why some of you are being a dick when im trying to ask for help.
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Old May 13, 2016, 09:42 AM
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Would you be able to post the installation instructions? Did you get just the CDI or did it come with coils also?
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