MSD-8517 Buick V8 400-455 Billet Distributor

MSD-8517 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.

Features:

• Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
• No CARB Exemption Order Number
• Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
• Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
• 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

An 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.

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 sintered

bushing hold this shaft stable at any rpm.

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