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MSD Ignition Distributor - Black, Chevy V8, with Module

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Part # 83603
1 year warranty
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Product Details
Part No. 83603
Warranty Details (1 Year Warranty)
Includes a separate tach circuit that is ideal to trigger an aftermarket EFI such as an Atomic EFI system.

Product Features:
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • Now includes build-in rev limiter.
  • Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
  • Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
  • Simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
  • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the distributor and cam gear
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
  • O-ring seals can be added to modified blocks to improve oil pressure control
  • Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
  • Powerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
  • Supplied with an HEI style distributor cap and rotor (accepts Cap-A-Dapts)
  • Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
Specifications
Advance Type:
Mechanical and Vacuum

Brand:
MSD

Cap Color:
Black

Category:
Ignition

Color:
Black Anodized

Distributor Cap Included:
Yes

Distributor Gear Included:
Yes

Engine Make:
Chevrolet

Grade Type:
Performance

Housing Color:
Black

Housing Finish:
Anodized

Housing Material:
Aluminum

Ignition Box Required:
No

Ignition Coil Included:
No

Ignition Module Included:
Yes

Ignition Rotor Included:
Yes

Product Type:
Distributor

Sub Category:
Distributor and Magneto
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