MSD Distributor. Flathead Ford. Ready-to-Run. '49-'53

$1,219.72 CAD

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MSD SKU: MSD8573

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8573

Overview
The distributors also offer an easy-to-adjust mechanical advance assembly. Chromoly weights move smoothly on nylon pads and different advance springs and stop bushings are supplied so you can custom tailor a timing curve to match your engine's requirements. which is guided by a sealed ball bearing for accurate timing signals throughout the entire rpm range. The best thing about this distributor is that it features an ignition module that is built into the billet aluminum housing. This distributor drops in the engine and connects with only three wires These distributors are built around a CNC-machined billet aluminum housing and features a maintenace-free magnetic pickup so there are no points to worry about. A precision reluctor is mounted to a QPQ-coated steel shaft

Features:

  • Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
  • Powerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
  • No CARB Exemption Order Number
  • Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
  • Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
  • Designed for 1949-1953 8-BA Ford Flathead engines
  • Simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
  • Includes built-in Rev Limiter!
  • Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
  • Supplied with an HEI style distributor cap, rotor, gear, roll pin and setup spacer
  • Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • Accepts Cap-A-Dapts

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