MSD 85505 Black Chevy V8 Pro-Billet Distributor

Details

Computer-Controlled Compatible:

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:

Bronze

Gear Rotation:

Standard

Distributor Cap Color:

Black

Ignition Box Required:

Yes

Mechanical Tach Drive:

No

Slip Collar:

Yes

Housing Material:

Billet Aluminum

Housing Finish:

Black Anodized

Emissions:

California EO Approved

Marine Use:

No

MFG. Part #:

85505

Sold in Quantity:

Each

Info

MSD Pro-Billet Distributors are the finest performance and racing distributors available. Every feature has been engineered to endure the rigors of high performance and racing engines. Whether cruising the streets or racing stock cars, dragsters, boats or trucks, MSD has a distributor for it. MSD uses state-of-the-art, Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) mills and lathes to machine each housing.

After a long series of precise cuts and movements, the billet is formed into a flawless distributor housing that is accurate to within 0.001”. The flex-free housings are lightweight, have no porosity or weak areas and look great on polished, show quality engines.
Features:

Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing for smooth operation at all rpms
Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base providing superior strength and great looks
Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings (except locked out versions)
Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems or racing applications
Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
Fits Chevy V8

Instructions (pdf)

Application

All the performance of our Pro-Billet line NOW IN BLACK for your Ford, Chevy or Chrysler. Must be used with MSD 6, 7, or 8-series ignition.

MSD Pro-Billet Distributors are the finest performance and racing distributors available. Every feature has been engineered to endure the rigors of high performance and racing engines. Whether cruising the streets or racing stock cars, dragsters, boats or trucks, MSD has a distributor for it. MSD uses state-of-the-art, Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) mills and lathes to machine each housing. After a long series of precise cuts and movements, the billet is formed into a flawless distributor housing that is accurate to within 0.001”. The flex-free housings are lightweight, have no porosity or weak areas and look great on polished, show quality engines.

Installation Instructions

Notes

This part is legal for use on Emissions Controlled Vehicles when used in accordance with the manufacturers application guide because it has a California Air Resources Board Executive Order number or is a direct or consolidated replacement part.

The following vehicles are considered Emissions Controlled Vehicles:

1966 and newer U.S. manufactured California Certified vehicles
1968 and newer U.S. manufactured Federally Certified vehicles
1968 and newer Foreign manufactured vehicle

Features

Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing for smooth operation at all rpms
Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base providing superior strength and great looks
Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings (except locked out versions)
Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems or racing applications
Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)

Some parts are not legal for use in California or other states with similar laws/regulations

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