Built for value-conscious enthusiasts, the MSD Street Fire HEI distributor for Chevy V8 engines pairs a dependable ignition module and internal coil with an advance assembly that uses coated weights and welded weight pins rather than simple press-fit pins. It's fitted with the same distributor gear used on MSD's Pro-Billet models, refined over years to hold up in harsh conditions. Inside, the module and coil work together to produce a stout spark that's carried through a new rotor to the brass terminals of the cap and out to the plugs.
Specifications:
- Color: Red
- Distributor Type: OE Replacement
- Engine: Chevrolet Small Block Gen I
- Gear Material: Cast Iron Melonized QPQ Coated
- C.A.R.B. EO #: D-40-37 / D-40-39
- Warranty: Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty
- Part Number: 8362
Not intended for extreme rpm or racing applications — for those, MSD's Pro-Billet HEI Distributor, PN 8365, is required.
Compliance: This distributor carries California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order EO# D-40-37 / D-40-39, making it legal for sale and use on Emissions Controlled Vehicles in all 50 states when installed per MSD's application guide.
FAQ
Is the MSD 8362 suitable for racing use?
No. MSD notes it's not intended for extreme rpm or racing applications — for those, the Pro-Billet HEI Distributor, PN 8365, is required.
Is the MSD 8362 CARB legal?
Yes, it carries CARB Executive Order EO# D-40-37 / D-40-39.
What vacuum advance feature does the 8362 have?
It includes a supplied vacuum advance stop plate to limit the amount of vacuum advance for fuel economy.
What ignition components are built into the 8362?
It has an internal coil and a dependable 4-pin module, plus a red distributor cap with brass terminals.
