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MSD 85583 Tall Block Chevy V8 Crank Trigger Distributor

(Chevrolet Camaro 1967-74, Corvette 1955-72, 1974, Impala 1959-74, Malibu 1964-67, 1973-74, Chevelle 1964-73, Blazer 1969-74, C10 Pickup 1961-74 + 44 more models)

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Part Number

85583
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$549.95

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Product Details

The MSD 85583 is a specialized crank trigger distributor engineered for tall-deck big block Chevy V8 racing applications. This high-performance distributor is designed to work exclusively with an MSD Crank Trigger system and MSD Ignition Control, providing precise timing control for serious racing engines.

Key Features:

  • Includes bronze gear for compatibility with aggressive race cam profiles
  • Polished steel shaft with QPQ (Quench-Polish-Quench) coating for enhanced wear resistance and friction reduction
  • Low-profile design fits deep in the block to provide clearance for firewall and intake manifold combinations
  • Shaft supported by a sealed ball bearing and extra-long sintered bronze bushing for stability at high RPM
  • Adjustable slip collar mounting flange accommodates engines with modified deck heights
  • Large diameter distributor cap minimizes spark scatter in high cylinder pressure applications
  • Provisions for O-ring seals on modified blocks to improve oil pressure control

This distributor is purpose-built for tall-deck big block Chevy racing engines where precise ignition timing, high RPM reliability, and custom fitment are critical. Requires MSD Crank Trigger and MSD Ignition Control for operation.

Products specifications

Fits

Chevrolet Camaro 1967-74, Corvette 1955-72, 1974, Impala 1959-74, Malibu 1964-67, 1973-74, Chevelle 1964-73, Blazer 1969-74, C10 Pickup 1961-74, Caprice 1966-74, El Camino 1959-60, 1964-74, Monte Carlo 1970-74, Suburban 1961-66 + 40 more models

Brand

MSD

Category

Ignition

Color

Black

Distributor Cap Included

Yes

Distributor Type

Crank Trigger

Emission Code

4

Engine

Chevy Small and Big Block

Gear

Bronze

Gear Material

Bronze

Grade Type

Performance

Ignition Box Required

Yes

Ignition Coil Included

No

Ignition Rotor Included

Yes

Part Type

Distributor

Product Type

Distributor

Quantity

1

Sub Category

Distributor and Magneto

Warning

California Proposition 65

Warranty

Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty

Received my order with no problems and in a timely manner. Would order from here again

I was hesitant to order from this site at first but was order was processed very quickly. I did pay the extra 9.99 for 2-day shipping and it took about 5 days for shipping total

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