Each pickup is wound on special bobbins and terminated with tinned conductor wire in a Teflon-jacketed harness. A strain relief protects the wiring where it exits the threaded housing, and after assembly the windings are vacuum-potted in a fracture-resistant epoxy compound for durability in extreme conditions.
Specifications:
- Part Type: Ignition Crank Trigger Sensor
- Product Type: Trigger Pickup
- Sub Category: Sensors
- Thread Size: 3/8"-24 x 1.5"
- Wiring: Teflon-jacketed, 36" harness
- Warranty: Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty
- Part Number: 8159
Replacement harness for use with MSD Flying Magnet Crank Trigger Kits.
FAQ
What is the MSD 8159 crank trigger pickup used for?
It's a 36" replacement wiring harness pickup for MSD Flying Magnet Crank Trigger Kits, terminated with tinned conductor wire in a Teflon-jacketed harness.
What thread size does the 8159 pickup use?
It uses a 3/8"-24 x 1.5" threaded housing.
How is the pickup protected from vibration and heat?
The windings are vacuum-potted in a fracture-resistant epoxy compound, and a strain relief protects the wiring where it exits the housing.
Is this pickup shielded?
No, this is a non-shielded crank trigger pickup.

