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Ignition Compatibility: Requires use with an MSD 6, 7, or 8-series ignition control for proper operation.
Advanced Construction: Features a CNC-machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base for enhanced durability and closer tolerances.
Precise Timing: Includes an easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings to tailor timing curves.
Durable Internals: Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for reduced friction.
Stable Signals: A maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor generate stable trigger signals across the RPM range.
Engine Specifics: Designed for compatibility with Ford 2.3L 4-cylinder engines.
Shaft Design: Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing for smooth operation.

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Vehicle model
8473
Vehicle fitment type
Specific
Automotive parts division
Performance
Brand
MSD
Automotive specialty part type
Distributor
Features
Adjustable

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Compatible with Ford 2.3L 4-cylinder engines. Must be used with an MSD 6, 7 or 8-series ignition;

This distributor features an aluminum housing that is CNC-machined for closer
tolerances than any conventional cast distributor. Plus you get an adjustable
mechanical advance which can be easily tailored to any engine by changing the stop bushing and advance springs.

Reluctoring the MSD Ignition system is the same high-output magnetic pickup
that is used in our racing distributors. This pickup produces an extremely
accurate reluctor signal and is maintenance-free;

Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
Supplied with a cap with HEI style terminals and rotor
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
Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
Supplied springs and stop bushings to create a variety of timing curves
Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance is mounted on top of the shaft
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Vehicle model

8473

Vehicle fitment type

Specific

Automotive parts division

Performance

Brand

MSD

Warranty

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90 Days

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