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MSD Ready-To-Run Distributor - Buick 400-430-455 V8 - Red
Part # 8552
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Ready-to-Run Distributors Include a Built-in Ignition Module - Includes Built-in Rev Limiter - No MSD Ignition Control is Required
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Est. Ship Date: 09/25/2026
MSRP $843.95
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MSD's Ready-to-Run Distributor incorporates a magnetic pickup that never
wears out! Plus, the distributor has a built in ignition module so there is no need to mount an external MSD Ignition Control. Not only do you get the benefits of electronic triggering, but your engine will awaken with the powerful sparks from the ignition module. This module delivers up to 7.5 amps to the coil creating a stout inductive spark. This improves combustion of the fuel mixture resulting in quick starts, a smooth idle and great performance!
mechanical advance assembly. The advance curve is easy to adjust with
Another advantage of an MSD Distributor is the accurate and adjustable
The Ready-to-Run Distributor comes with a matching 3-pin harness making installation simple. All that it takes is routing two wires to the coil and one to ground!
different advance springs and stop bushings which are included. To top it off
If you're looking for a performance distributor for your Buick your search is over!
there is a vacuum advance canister and MSD's strong cap and wire retainer.
Features:
- Simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
- Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
- CARB E.O. Approved
- Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
- Supplied with an HEI style distributor cap and rotor (accepts Cap-A-Dapts)
- Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
- 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
- Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
- Includes built-in Rev Limiter!
- Powerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
| Brand | MSD |
|---|---|
| C.A.R.B. EO # | D-40-39 |
| Category | Ignition |
| Color | Red |
| Distributor Cap Included | Yes |
| Distributor Type | Ready To Run |
| Emission Code | 1 |
| Engine | Buick V8 |
| Gear Material | Cast Iron Melonized QPQ Coated |
| Grade Type | Performance |
| Ignition Box Required | No |
| Ignition Coil Included | No |
| Ignition Rotor Included | Yes |
| part type | Distributor |
| Product Type | Distributor |
| Sub Category | Distributor and Magneto |
| Warranty | Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty |
| UPC | 085132085521 |
| Warning | California Proposition 65 |
| Part Number | 8552 |
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This part is legal for sale and use on Emissions Controlled Vehicles, in all 50 states, when used in accordance with the manufacturers application guide because it has a California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order (EO) number.
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
C.A.R.B. EO #D-40-39
Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty: See Details
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