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MSD 8523 - Ready-To-Run Distributor

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  • MSD 8523 - Ready-To-Run Distributor
  • MSD 8523 - Ready-To-Run Distributor
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MSD - 8523

Distributor - Pro-Billet - Ready-To-Run - Magnetic Pickup - Vacuum Advance - HEI Style Terminal - Red - AMC V8 - Each

Fits 290, 304, 343, 360, 390, 401 engines. Ready-to-run distributors include a built-in ignition module. No MSD Ignition control required. Includes a built-in rev limiter

Finally an answer for your AMCs worn out breaker points distributor! This Ready-to-Run Pro-Billet Distributor has a built-in inductive module that produces up to 7.5 amps to create a high voltage spark at the plug. This spark improves combustion of the fuel mixture resulting in quick starts, a smooth idle and great performance. Since this distributor has its own ignition module there is no need to run an MSD Ignition Control. Installation of the distributor is simple with only three wires to connect with the supplied Weathertight harness. Under the MSD cap there is a mechanical advance assembly that can easily be tuned to your engines specifications. Different advance springs and stop bushings are supplied, giving you 24 curves to choose from. The Ready-to-Run AMC distributor also has a vacuum advance canister and is supplied with everything you need for installation!

  • Simple and clean three wire installation
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied w/HEI style distributor cap/rotor (accepts Cap-A-Dapts)
  • QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
  • Easy-to-adjust mech. advance w/supplied springs and stop bushings
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
  • Built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
  • Includes built-in Rev Limiter

Brand: MSD
C.A.R.B. EO #: D-40-39
Category: Ignition
Color: Red
Distributor Type: Ready To Run
Emission Code: 1
Engine: AMC V8
part type: Distributor
Product Type: Distributor
Sub Category: Distributor and Magneto
Warning: California Proposition 65
Warranty: Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty

Year
Make
Model
Submodel
Engine
1962
American Motors
Ambassador
400
5.4L
1963
American Motors
Ambassador
800
5.3L
1967
American Motors
Ambassador
880
4.7L
1965 - 1966
American Motors
Ambassador
880
5.3L
1963
American Motors
Ambassador
880
5.4L
1967
American Motors
Ambassador
880
5.6L
1964
American Motors
Ambassador
990
5.3L
1963, 1966
American Motors
Ambassador
990
5.4L
1967
American Motors
Ambassador
990
5.6L
1968 - 1969
American Motors
Ambassador
Base
4.7L
1968 - 1969
American Motors
Ambassador
Base
4.8L
1970
American Motors
Ambassador
Base
5.0L
1968 - 1969
American Motors
Ambassador
Base
5.6L
1970
American Motors
Ambassador
Base
5.9L
1968 - 1970
American Motors
Ambassador
Base
6.4L
1971 - 1974
American Motors
Ambassador
Brougham
5.0L
1971 - 1974
American Motors
Ambassador
Brougham
5.9L
1971 - 1974
American Motors
Ambassador
Brougham
6.6L
1960 - 1962
American Motors
Ambassador
Custom
5.4L
1961
American Motors
Ambassador
Custom 400
5.4L