I know that this is probably an "out there" question, but has anyone ever seen or heard of an aftermarket CDI system?

I am curious if such a system could be cost effectively retrofitted to an older diesel or if the engine is purpose built around the CDI.

I recently test drove the 2005 E320 CDI. All I have to say is "WOW". I believe that any oil burner enthusiast would be amazed and unbelieving of the power, speed (0-60 in 6.2 secs?) and quietness of this vehicle. I have to talk myself daily out of buying one! I can't wait until it is 20 years old so I can buy one on the cheap!

So I wonder what CDI could do for a legacy engine, if it would even be possible.

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