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MSD
Gm Big Block Front Drive Distributor Fits Big Block Chevy. Must Be Used With A Jesel Or Comp Cams Camshaft Belt Drive Kit And An MSD Flying Magnet Crank Trigger MSD Ignition
SKU: M00T 8520
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Part #: 8520
Note: Must be used with a Jesel or Comp Cams Camshaft Belt Drive Kit and an MSD Flying Magnet Crank Trigger.We revised the front drive with our standard Ford-style cap and rotor. This creates a downsized package for an easier fit in tight engine compartments. The Front Drive distributor is supplied with mounting bolts, cam pulley and drive belt.MSD's Pro-Billet Front Drive distributor is the solution for race engines that don't have room for a standard distributor due to firewall clearance or intake combinations.The MSD Front Drive distributor is belt-driven from a pulley installed on the camshaft. For increased strength and durability a 9mm belt is used which is wider than any other drive assembly. The distributor head is CNC-machined from a billet of aluminum and is secured to a strong precision bracket. This system is an extremely accurate way to distribute the spark energy from your MSD Ignition!Band clamp mount allows easy rotor phasing adjustmentThe only front drive distributor with adjustable belt tensionThe MSD Cap and Rotor are injection molded from strong DuPont Rynite materialSupplied with cam gear, hardware and extra wide 9mm beltBillet aluminum bracket and lower housing for strengthDetails:Distributor Cap Included: YesDistributor Type: Crank TriggerEmission Code: 4Ignition Box Required: YesIgnition Coil Included: NoIgnition Rotor Included: YesQuantity: 1Warranty: Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty
Features:
- Band clamp mount allows easy rotor phasing adjustment
- The only front drive distributor with adjustable belt tension
- The MSD Cap and Rotor are injection molded from strong DuPont Rynite material
- Billet aluminum bracket and lower housing for strength
- Supplied with cam gear, hardware and extra wide 9mm belt
Fits big block Chevy. Must be used with a Jesel or Comp Cams Camshaft Belt Drive Kit and an MSD Flying Magnet Crank Trigger.
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| Brand | MSD |
| Part Number | M00T 8520 |
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