#5478524
MSD 8524 Buick Nailhead Ready to Run Billet Distributor
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MSD- Specially designed to fit the 322, 364, 401 and 425 Buick Nailheads
- Has a 12 operation and does not require an MSD Ignition Control
- Features a simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
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Product Summary
322, 364, 401, 425, HEI / Male Cap Type, Natural
- Specially designed to fit the 322, 364, 401 and 425 Buick Nailheads
- Has a 12 operation and does not require an MSD Ignition Control
- Features a simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
- The maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
- Comes with a CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
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Key Specs
MFG. Part # | 8524 |
Brand | MSD |
Cap Type | HEI / Male |
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The Buick Nailhead is one of the most sought after nostalgic engines for rods and is still providing the smooth power to plenty of Buicks. Nailhead fans can finally get a state-of-the-art distributor to provide the fire! MSD’s Nailhead Distributor is a ready-to-run distributor and is ready to go without the need for additional control box.
- Fits 322, 364, 401 and 425 Buick Nailheads
- 12 volt operation
- Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
- Accepts HEI style spark plug wires
- Simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
- Powerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
- Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
- Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
- CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
- Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
- Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
- Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from Chromoly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
- Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
- Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
- Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
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CARB Warning
For race/ off road use or for use on pre-1966 vehicles.
CARB Warning
For race/ off road use or for use on pre-1966 vehicles.
MSD 8524 Specifications
MSD 8524 Specifications
KEY SPECS | |
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MFG. Part # | 8524 |
Brand | MSD |
Cap Type | HEI / Male |
GENERAL | |
External Ignition Box Required | No |
Cap Terminal Style | HEI / Male |
Advance Type | Mechanical and Vacuum |
Trigger Style | Magnetic |
Hall Effect | No |
Sync Signal | No |
Trigger Sensors | Single |
Gear Material | Iron |
Gear Rotation | Standard |
Ignition Box Required | No |
Mechanical Tach Drive | No |
Slip Collar | No |
Housing Material | Billet Aluminum |
Housing Finish | Natural |
Rotor Rotation | Clockwise |
Marine Use | No |
Sold in Quantity | Each |
GTIN Code | 085132085248 |