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    • MSD VW Billet Distributor, Type 1 Air-Cooled | 8485
    • MSD VW Billet Distributor, Type 1 Air-Cooled | 8485
    • MSD VW Billet Distributor, Type 1 Air-Cooled | 8485
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    • Vw Billet Distributor Vw Type I (Air Cooled) Billet Distributor Requires An MSD 6 Or 7-Series Ignition MSD Ignition
    • Vw Billet Distributor Vw Type I (Air Cooled) Billet Distributor Requires An MSD 6 Or 7-Series Ignition MSD Ignition
    • Vw Billet Distributor Vw Type I (Air Cooled) Billet Distributor Requires An MSD 6 Or 7-Series Ignition MSD Ignition
    • Vw Billet Distributor Vw Type I (Air Cooled) Billet Distributor Requires An MSD 6 Or 7-Series Ignition MSD Ignition
    • Vw Billet Distributor Vw Type I (Air Cooled) Billet Distributor Requires An MSD 6 Or 7-Series Ignition MSD Ignition
    • Vw Billet Distributor Vw Type I (Air Cooled) Billet Distributor Requires An MSD 6 Or 7-Series Ignition MSD Ignition
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    MSD VW Billet Distributor, Type 1 Air-Cooled | 8485

    Vendor: MSD
    Part Number: 8485
    Save $63
    Sale Price $499.95 Regular Price $562.95

    Available to order. In-stock orders typically ship in 1 to 2 business days.

    Not sure it fits your vehicle?
    Email sales@berryperformancesales.com with your year, make, model and engine, and we'll help you check fitment before you order.
    Fast Fulfillment: In-stock orders typically ship within 1 to 2 business days.
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    Built using technology from MSD's off-road and NASCAR racing distributors, this billet distributor is designed for the popular VW Type 1 air-cooled engine.

    Specifications:

    • Category: Ignition
    • Color: Gray
    • Distributor Type: Magnetic Pickup
    • Make: Volkswagen
    • Product Type: Distributor
    • Sub Category: Distributor and Magneto
    • Part Number: 8485

    Must be used with an MSD 6 or 7-series ignition. The maintenance-free magnetic pickup is accurate to within 1° at any rpm, and 24 different advance curves can be tuned by changing the supplied springs and stop bushing.

    FAQ

    What engine does this distributor fit?

    The VW Type 1 (air-cooled) engine.

    What ignition is required?

    An MSD 6 or 7-series ignition.

    How accurate is the pickup?

    It is accurate to within 1° at any rpm.

    Is this CARB certified?

    No, this distributor does not carry a CARB Exemption Order number.

    Shipping Policy
    • Free shipping on orders over $99 (excludes freight shipments).
    • In-stock orders typically ship within 1 to 2 business days. Weekend and holiday orders are processed the next business day.
    • Orders ship from Defiance, Ohio and a nationwide network of warehouses and manufacturers.
    • Items showing an ETA are not in stock yet. ETAs come from the manufacturer and can change.
    • No P.O. Boxes. International orders need a shipping quote, so email us first.

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    Return Policy
    • 30-day return window from the ship date. Returns must be approved first; email sales@berryperformancesales.com with your order number.
    • Items must be unused, complete and in the original packaging.
    • A 20% restocking fee applies, and return shipping is paid by the buyer.
    • Not returnable: installed or modified parts, opened or used programmers and tuners, custom orders, Open Box, and Clearance or Final Sale items.
    • Damaged, defective or incorrect items must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photos.

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    Disclaimer

    All products are sold for off-road use only unless otherwise specified. Buyer assumes all responsibility for installation and operation. Seller is not liable for any incidental, indirect, or consequential damages — including engine failure, labor costs, or vehicle downtime — resulting from the use of any product sold.

    By making a purchase from Berry Performance Sales, you acknowledge and agree to abide by the terms and conditions of these Policies.

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