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Buick V8 400-455 Billet Distributor Fits 400, 430 And 455 Buick Engines. Must Be Used With An MSD 6, 7 Or 8-Series Ignition MSD Ignition
SKU: M00T 8517
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Part #: 8517
bushing hold this shaft stable at any rpm.This distributor uses a high-output magnetic trigger to fire an MSD Ignition Control. Accurate trigger signals and spark delivery are the responsibility of the QPQ-coated steel shaft. A sealed ball bearing and long sinteredAn adjustable mechanical advance mechanism is mounted on top of the shaft. Nylon pads ensure smooth movement of the fine balanced weights for accurate timing advancement. A variety of advance stop bushings and springs are supplied so you can dial-in a custom curve.Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearingSupplied with an HEI style distributor cap and rotor (accepts Cap-A-Dapts)CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum baseMechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systemsEasy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushingsMust be used with an MSD Ignition ControlNo CARB Exemption Order NumberDetails:Distributor Cap Included: YesDistributor Type: Magnetic PickupEmission Code: 3Gear Material: Cast Iron Melonized QPQ CoatedIgnition Box Required: YesIgnition Coil Included: NoIgnition Rotor Included: YesWarranty: Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty
Features:
- CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
- Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
- Supplied with an HEI style distributor cap and rotor (accepts Cap-A-Dapts)
- Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
- Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
- Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
- No CARB Exemption Order Number
Fits 400, 430 and 455 Buick engines. Must be used with an MSD 6, 7 or 8-series ignition.
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| Brand | MSD |
| Part Number | M00T 8517 |
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