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Old 12-05-2013, 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Paul Bell
The truck ignition coil upgrade:


Doing the swap:

The coils are 10457730 (GM part number) (AC Delco part number D585), eight coils needed.

The coil mounting brackets are 10457736 (GM part number), two brackets needed.

The coil harnesses are 12601824 (GM part number) two harnesses needed.

Good luck! Paul Bell
I just received all new parts in AC Delco original packages or GM OEM package:

AC Delco D-585 assembly

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AC Delco D-585 Coil

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AC Delco D-585 Connectors

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AC Delco D-585 Harness 1

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12-10-2013 AC Delco D-585 and coil harnesses 12601824 assembled 1

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12-10-2013 AC Delco D-585 and coil harnesses 12601824 assembled 2

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12-10-2013 AC Delco D-585 and coil harnesses 12601824 assembled 3

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12-10-2013 AC Delco D-585 and coil harnesses 12601824 assembled 4

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Those parts plus shipping was $593.86.

12-11-2013 D-585 Mounted 1



12-11-2013 D-585 Mounted 2

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12-11-2013 Firecore50 custom 1

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12-11-2013 Firecore50 custom 3

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12-11-2013 Firecore50 custom 4

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Old 12-08-2013, 06:14 PM
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wow.....how much did all new hardware set you back?
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This is great info. I am planning to use a set on my LS1.
Old 12-11-2013, 07:41 PM
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Hey Christian, looks like a nice install.

It's probably best to show pictures in a new post so people know they're new.

You mentioned to me the car wouldn't crank-is it all fixed now and running on the new coils? What was the problem?

Get some better wires. I recommend Granatelli zero Ohm wires.
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Originally Posted by Paul Bell
Hey Christian, looks like a nice install.

It's probably best to show pictures in a new post so people know they're new.

You mentioned to me the car wouldn't crank-is it all fixed now and running on the new coils? What was the problem?

Get some better wires. I recommend Granatelli zero Ohm wires.
Thanks for the kind words Paul,

Let me know what section it will benefit the best and I will create a thread.

As I got all components separately, I assembled everything...and inverted the harness.
Cylinder 1 was at 7 and cylinder 2 was at 8...just flipped 180* and cranked immediately!!!

I went for a drive logging as usual...the AFR got leaner everywhere!!!

I decided to launch a WOT on my usual private road with my VBOX...and undeniably power is higher...

A dyno session back to back with LS6 OEM NEW COILS (changing the all hardware is 10 minutes) is programmed and I will report.
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Hey that's great. I was only saying to post it in a new reply, not an existing reply.

Let us know how that dyno session goes.

Most folks (including me) notice better engine response when going to these coils. Power increase is debatable-but in my opinion it adds something.
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Originally Posted by sjsingle1
wow.....how much did all new hardware set you back?
Those parts plus shipping was $593.86.

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Just for future reference for someone, you can use the truck coils on our stock ls1 coil brackets. It will work. Just a FYI if someone wants to save a hair bit of money
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Originally Posted by Firebirdmuscle
Just for future reference for someone, you can use the truck coils on our stock ls1 coil brackets. It will work. Just a FYI if someone wants to save a hair bit of money
Incorrect information. See below:


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Originally Posted by Paul Bell
Incorrect information. See below:
It is not incorrect information, it will fit both brackets. My regular ls1 wires fit as well. I will post pics to verify my information...
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great post, I was going to change out my 5.3 coils for f-body coils.
Cross that off the list of things to do. thanks
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Alright then, let's see some pics! We're always looking for different ways to get things done.
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Originally Posted by Paul Bell
Alright then, let's see some pics! We're always looking for different ways to get things done.
10-4. I will as promised. Wasn't trying to step on anyone's shoes just putting the information out for others that are considering this. I will have pics up in a few days.
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As promised, truck coils on fbody brackets and ls1 regular length wires
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neat.....but i would prefer to have 2 bolts holding the coil on
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You guys are doin it wrong....

Truck coils, yes. Visible....wrong!

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Agreed. Using just one bolt will cause the coils to vibrate. This has been discussed elswhere.

And coils under the car? Really? How's that working out in the rain?
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Originally Posted by Paul Bell
Agreed. Using just one bolt will cause the coils to vibrate. This has been discussed elswhere.

And coils under the car? Really? How's that working out in the rain?

Lol.....my car in the rain? Blasphemy!!!!

To your "point", it's only for a choice few.....
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They are very secure and tightened down good. The coils aren't loose. Never thought of putting them under car but sometimes I drive when the roads are wet so that would be out for me. Cool idea though. I will relocate else where is the future off the valve covers
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Yeah......they're still gonna vibrate.

This is simply not the way to do it. Go get the correct brackets-37 bucks each on Amazon.


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