DIS and timing retard under boost
 

What are my options for timing retard with a distributor ignition system? Most guys throwing turbos on my car (Ford ZX2)are running MSD DIS-2s. Would a regular MSD BTM or an A'PEXi ITC work with the DIS?

Just looking for answers, shed any light you can.

Thanks,

Justin

Re:DIS and timing retard under boost
 

I really don't know to much about the DIS system. Everyone on almost alot of piggy back set-up cars I've seen are running the MSD BTM or Vortech BTM.

Re:DIS and timing retard under boost
 

ZX2? Escort?

Uhm, I'm not totally sure about your timing Q, I'd be happy to ask some Ford guys I know... but... one Q... WTF did you mount/are you mounting your turbo? Above the transmission? There is literally no other place for it from what I've seen.

Re:DIS and timing retard under boost
 

Yes, space is a little tight. There have been a couple guys successfully moving the fan and mounting small turbos off of the stock manifold. Another guy made a focus turbo mani work.

I plan on mounting it, just like you said, over the tranny. I'll be relocating the battery to the trunk. This gives me tons of room, but the exhaust routing will not be ideal. I don't plan on running more than 6psi until someone figures out how to beef up the weak-ass ZX2/Mazda tranny.

Re:DIS and timing retard under boost
 

do you mean distributorLESS ignition system

Re:DIS and timing retard under boost
 

yes, distributorless- sorry for the confusion.