This MSD Chevy V8 distributor features dual magnetic pickups placed 180 degrees apart, giving racers a complete redundant ignition system that can be activated at the flip of a switch while the timing stays constant. For racing use only; must be used with an MSD 6, 7, or 8-Series ignition.
Specifications:
- Color: Red
- Distributor Type: Magnetic Pickup
- Gear Material: Cast Iron Melonized QPQ Coated
- Part Number: 8356
The CNC-machined billet aluminum housing has two O-ring grooves at the base to prevent lifter-gallery oil from leaking through the oil passage, plus an adjustable slip collar for engines with modified deck heights. The 0.500" QPQ-coated steel shaft is guided by a sealed ball bearing and an extra-long sintered bushing, and the fine-blanked, QPQ-coated advance plate and weights can be locked out for crank trigger systems.
Compliance: This part is legal for sale and use on Racing Use Only Vehicles — competition vehicles that are not registered and never operated on the street. It is against the law to install this part on an Emissions Controlled Vehicle (1966-and-newer California-certified or 1968-and-newer federally certified vehicles).
FAQ
What ignition must this distributor be used with?
It must be used with an MSD 6, 7, or 8-Series ignition; it is intended for racing use only.
Why does this distributor have dual pickups?
The two magnetic pickups are placed 180 degrees apart so racers can switch to a complete redundant ignition system while timing remains constant.
Is this distributor street legal?
No. It is legal for Racing Use Only vehicles that are never registered or operated on the street; it is not legal to install on an emissions-controlled street vehicle.
What features does the housing include for racing?
Two O-ring grooves at the base to prevent lifter-gallery oil leaks and an adjustable slip collar to set installation depth on modified decks, heads, or intakes.
