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1978 Chevrolet Corvette Distributor 8 Cyl 5.7L MSD

4 on 10 ratings
  • Features:
    • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
    • Will not accept a vacuum advance canister
    • Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
    • Supplied w/HEI style distributor cap/rotor (accepts Cap-A-Dapts)
    • O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
    • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
    • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
    • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
    • Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
    • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
    • QPQ coated for friction reduction
    • QPQ coated polished steel shaft
    • guided by sealed ball bearings
  • The housing is machined from a billet of 6061-T6 aluminum on a state-of-the-art CNC machine producing exact tolerances. For high rpm stability, a .500 steel shaft is supported by a sealed ball bearing and a long sintered bushing. This shaft also receives a QPQ coating for friction reduction and resistance to corrosion. A precision machined reluctor is attached to the shaft which triggers the magnetic pick-up mounted in the housing. This high output magnetic pick-up is the most accurate way to trigger your ignition. Plus, with no moving parts to wear or adjust, the pick-up is maintenance free! Just above the pick-up is MSDs adjustable mechanical advance assembly. Different springs and stop bushings are supplied so you can tune an advance curve to match your application. Must be used with an MSD 6, 7 or 8-series ignition.

Additional Fitment Information:
Vehicle Block CC Engine CID
1978 Chevrolet Corvette V - 8 Cyl 5.7L 350
48 In Stock
Best Price:

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$628.58 USD
$754.30 USD
Brand MSD
Part # M4685551
Condition New
Warehouse B
MSD

Corvette MSD Distributor 85551 1978 Chevrolet
  • Includes Cap/Race Rotor; Use w/MSD 6/7/8/10 Series Ignition; Iron Gear; Red;CARB E.O. D-40-39 Not Legal For Sale Or Use On Pollution Controlled Vehicles
  • Pro-Billet Distributor; Includes Cap/Race Rotor; Use w/MSD 6/7/8/10 Series Ignition; Iron Gear; Red;
  • Pro-Billet Distributor

    • General

    Distributor Type
    Magnetic Pickup
    WARNING CA Proposition 65
    Yes
    WARNING CA Proposition 65 Message
    Warning: Cancer And Reproductive Harm - Www.p65warnings.ca.gov
    Engine Make/Size
    • Chevy Big Block (396-454)
    • Chevy Small Block (262-400)

    Packaging

    package quantity
    1
    length
    7.00 in
    width
    7.00 in
    height
    18.00 in
    weight
    4.30 lb
    Information on technical characteristics, the delivery set, the country of manufacture and the appearance of the goods is for reference only and is based on the latest information available at the time of publication.
    1. Steve Denning
      30 Jan, 2015
      great product for marine use
    2. Edward Sharp
      24 Nov, 2014
      I received this product, from the manufacturer, damaged. I immediately sent an email to AutoPartsWAY who had a new shipped to me before I even mailed the old one back to the company. The new one worked great.
    3. diana ferrer
      17 Aug, 2014
      excelente
    4. Eric B.
      06 Aug, 2014
      Nice distributor. Will work nicely on the new motor.
    5. Silvana N.
      22 Jul, 2014
      perfect
    6. bigdaddy
      28 Aug, 2013
      This Distributor also fits a 92-93 F150xlt 302 4x4. Direct fit just plug in and go awesome product rely makes a difference
    7. R. Marten
      03 May, 2013
      This distributor was installed in a 1949 Ford V8 original flathead along with a new coil, wires, plugs, Holley 4 barrel carb and electric fuel pump. The engine starts SO easy and runs strong. The distributor installed very easy, instructions great. Engine timing was not a problem.I did initially have a poor connection from ignition switch to coil, which caused it not to start. You need to make sure you have 12 volts at coil not only initially, but also when engine is cranking - the distributor needs a lot more current flow than the original points/distributor/coil setup.
    8. TD Tech
      04 Mar, 2013
      Direct bolt on improvement in replacing the original Ford distributor. According to MSD this is for 94-95 Mustang 5.0L only but it is also an unstated direct replacement for 91-93 Thunderbird/Cougar.
    9. williewiskers
      11 Jan, 2013
      read title nothing more to say... ... ... .. ... ... .. ... . .. .. . . . . .
    10. Bryan
      16 Jan, 2012
      Very nice quality item. Installed as per complete instructions. Kit was missing three mounting bolts. Car runs well however it is early in the process. I am happy! Shipping was free from AutoPartsWAY and quick.

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