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MSD Ignition Distributor, Chevy V8, Small Cap / Base

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Part # 8570
1 year warranty
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Product Details
Part No. 8570
Warranty Details (1 Year Warranty)
Proven performance features include a high output magnetic pick-up and precision machined reluctor for accurate ignition triggering. A fully adjustable mechanical advance allows you to tailor the advance curve to your specific application. Topping it all off is our own small diameter cap. This is molded out of durable Rynite material and comes with an optional wire retainer.

Product Features:
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the distributor and cam gear
  • Will not accept a vacuum advance canister
  • Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing and extra long sintered bushing
  • O-ring seals can be added to modified blocks to improve oil pressure control┬áMust be used with an MSD 6, 7, 8, or 10 Series Ignition
  • No CARB Exemption Order Number
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing is 3/8" smaller in diameter and 7/8" shorter than conventional Chevy V-8 distributors with the "points" type cap
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
  • Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Adjustable slip collar mounting flange for engines with modified deck heights
  • Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
  • Supplied with small diameter HEI style distributor cap and rotor (will accept 8441 Cap-A-Dapt)
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
Specifications
Brand:
MSD

Category:
Ignition

Distributor Cap Included:
Yes

Engine Make/Size:
Chevy Big Block (396-454), Chevy Small Block (262-400)

Grade Type:
Performance

Ignition Box Required:
Yes

Ignition Coil Included:
No

Ignition Rotor Included:
Yes

Product Type:
Distributor
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