MSD Flathead Ford Ready-to-Run Distributor for '49-'53 - (MSD-8573)

Description

The 8-BA Flathead Distributor is supplied with a special die to help set up the hold down clamp.

The best thing about this distributor is that it features an ignition module that is built into the billet aluminum housing. This distributor drops in the engine and connects with only three wires

Features & Benefits

• Designed for 1949-1953 8-BA Ford Flathead engines
• No CARB Exemption Order Number
• Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
• Accepts Cap-A-Dapts
• Supplied with an HEI style distributor cap, rotor, gear, roll pin and setup spacer
• Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
• Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
• Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
• Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
• Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
• Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
• Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
• Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
• Powerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
• Simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
• Includes built-in Rev Limiter!

Specifications:

Color:	Red
Part Type:	Distributor
Distributor Type:	Ready To Run
Product Type:	Distributor
Engine:	Ford Flathead