Msd 8353 Ford Front Mount Flathead Pro-Billet Distribu- User Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – CHOOSING AN ADVANCE CURVE; FACTOR; Figure 1 Ignition Timing Factors.; TIPS ON SELECTING AN ADVANCE CURVE
- Page 3 – CENTRIFUGAL ADVANCE CURVE; a d v a n c e c u r v e; Figure 4 Advance Curves.; Timing Curve From Factory; Figure 3 Spring Combination Chart.
- Page 4 – Figure 6 Changing the Advance Stop Bushing.; BUSHING SIZE; Silver
- Page 5 – Install the distributor cap and spark plug wires.; IS NOT; a correct-a-cap and the wires must be installed to; Figure 8 Marking the Rotor Location.; INSTALLING THE DISTRIBUTOR
- Page 6 – or coil tower when the engine is cranking or running.; INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Page 7 – Figure 11 Wiring with an MSD 7-Series Ignition and Timing Control.; MSD 6 and 7 Series Ignitions; TECH NOTES
- Page 8 – AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION; Limited Warranty; Send the unit prepaid with proof of purchase to the attention of:; Customer Service Department,
AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION
• 1490 HENRY BRENNAN DR., EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344
MSD Pro-Billet Front Mount
Ford Flathead Distributor
2-Bolt, 1942-1948, PN 8351
3-Bolt, 1932-1941, PN 8353
Important:
Read these Instructions before attempting the installation.
Parts Included:
1 - Pro-Billet Distributor
1 - Rotor
1 - Distributor Cap, PN 8541
2 - 10-32 x 3/4" Socket Head Screws
1 - Advance Kit
Note:
The terminals of this Distributor require spark plug style terminals. You may need to change
the terminals and boots of your wires. MSD offers two kits, PN 8849 or PN 8848 that are
supplied with nine boots and terminals.
Note:
The 2 and 3-bolt front covers of the Flathead are interchangeable but if a stock type
camshaft is used with a different cover, an adapter/spacer may be required. These are
available at most Flathead engine shops.
Note:
Contact MSD for ordering information when the rotor needs to be replaced.
TIMING FUNCTIONS
Before continuing with the installation, here are a few definitions you should be aware of:
Initial Timing:
This is the base timing (also referred to as idle timing) of the engine before the
centrifugal advance begins.
Centrifugal Advance:
The centrifugal (or mechanical) advance mechanism is made up of weights,
springs, advance cams, and an advance stop bushing. The amount and rate of advance that
your distributor is capable of is determined by the centrifugal timing. If you ever wish to lock out
the centrifugal advance, refer to the centrifugal advance section.
Total Timing:
This is the total of the initial timing plus the centrifugal advance added together.
Example: 10° Initial + 25° centrifugal = 35° Total Timing.
Note:
MSD Distributors are supplied with the heavy (slow) advance springs installed. This is to
prevent detonation in certain applications. Review the information on pages 2-4 to
determine the best advance curve for your application.
WARNING:
Before installing the MSD Distributor, disconnect the battery cables. When
disconnecting the battery cables, always remove the Negative (-) cable
first and install it last.
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2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN DR., EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 CHOOSING AN ADVANCE CURVE The function of the advance curve is to match the ignition timing to the burning rate of the fueland speed (rpm) of the engine. A...
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN DR., EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 CENTRIFUGAL ADVANCE CURVE SELECTING THE ADVANCESPRINGS The rate, or how quick the advance comesin is determined by the type of springswhich are installed o...
4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN DR., EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344 Figure 6 Changing the Advance Stop Bushing. SELECTING THE ADVANCE STOPBUSHING Three different advance stop bushings aresupplied in the distributor kit. The...
