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MSD AMC Jeep 232-258 Distributor

Part # 8516SKU MSD8516

Set your vehicle above for a fit verdict. 44 vehicles listed below.

Specifications
BrandMSD
Part typeDistributor
BrandMSD
C.A.R.B. EO #D-40-39
CategoryIgnition
ColorRed
Distributor Cap IncludedYes
Distributor TypeMagnetic Pickup
Emission Code1
EngineAMC/Jeep 4.0L Inline 6
Gear MaterialCast Iron Melonized QPQ Coated
Grade TypePerformance
Ignition Box RequiredYes
Ignition Coil IncludedNo
Ignition Rotor IncludedYes
part typeDistributor
Product TypeDistributor
Sub CategoryDistributor and Magneto
WarrantyManufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty
UPC / GTIN00085132085163
WarrantyManufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
  • Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
  • Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
  • Designed for street/performance use with a mechanical and vacuum advance
  • Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
  • Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
  • Supplied with a socket style distributor cap and rotor
  • Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range

Description

Each precision CNC-machined billet aluminum housing features a sealed ball-bearing and long sintered bushing for stability at any rpm and increased endurance. An oversized steel shaft receives a QPQ coating to reduce friction and prevent corrosion.

Fits these vehicles 44

YearMakeModelSubmodelEngine
1974JeepCherokeeBase, S4.2L 258 I6
1975 - 1977JeepCherokeeBase, S, Wide Track Chief4.2L 258 I6
1978JeepCherokeeBase, S, Wide Track, Wide Track Chief4.2L 258 I6
1979JeepCherokeeBase, S, Wide Track, Wide Track Chief, Wide Track Golden Eagle4.2L 258 I6
1980JeepCherokeeBase, S, Wide Track, Wide Track Chief, Wide Track Golden Eagle, Wide Track Laredo, Wide Track Limited4.2L 258 I6
1981JeepCherokeeBase, Chief, Laredo, Wide Track Chief, Wide Track Laredo4.2L 258 I6
1982JeepCherokeeBase, Chief, Wide Track Chief, Wide Track Laredo4.2L 258 I6
1983JeepCherokeeBase, Pioneer, Wide Track Chief, Wide Track Laredo4.2L 258 I6
1972 - 1974JeepCJ5Base3.8L 232 I6, 4.2L 258 I6
1975 - 1976JeepCJ5Base, Renegade3.8L 232 I6, 4.2L 258 I6
1977 - 1978JeepCJ5Base, Golden Eagle, Renegade3.8L 232 I6, 4.2L 258 I6
1972 - 1975JeepCJ6Base3.8L 232 I6, 4.2L 258 I6
1976JeepCJ7Base, Renegade3.8L 232 I6, 4.2L 258 I6
1977 - 1978JeepCJ7Base, Golden Eagle, Renegade3.8L 232 I6, 4.2L 258 I6
1986JeepCJ7Base, Laredo, Renegade4.2L 258 I6
1972 - 1973JeepCommandoBase3.8L 232 I6, 4.2L 258 I6
1972JeepDJ5Base3.8L 232 I6
1973 - 1974JeepDJ5Base3.8L 232 I6, 4.2L 258 I6
1965 - 1967JeepGladiatorBase3.8L 230 I6, 3.8L 232 I6
1984 - 1985JeepGrand WagoneerBase, Limited4.2L 258 I6
1986JeepGrand WagoneerBase4.2L 258 I6
1974 - 1976JeepJ10Base4.2L 258 I6
1978 - 1987JeepJ10Base4.2L 258 I6
1965 - 1967JeepJ-100Base3.8L 230 I6, 3.8L 232 I6
1968 - 1971JeepJ-100Base3.8L 232 I6
1974JeepJ20Base4.2L 258 I6
1976JeepJ20Base4.2L 258 I6
1968 - 1971JeepJ-2500Base3.8L 232 I6
1972 - 1973JeepJ-2500Base4.2L 258 I6
1968 - 1970JeepJ-2600Base3.8L 232 I6
1972 - 1973JeepJ-2600Base4.2L 258 I6
1968 - 1969JeepJ-2700Base3.8L 232 I6
1968 - 1970JeepJ-3500Base3.8L 232 I6
1968 - 1970JeepJ-3600Base3.8L 232 I6
1968 - 1970JeepJ-3700Base3.8L 232 I6
1968JeepJ-3800Base3.8L 232 I6
1981JeepScramblerBase4.2L 258 I6
1982 - 1983JeepScramblerBase, SL, SR4.2L 258 I6
1984JeepScramblerBase, SR4.2L 258 I6
1985JeepScramblerBase, Laredo, Renegade4.2L 258 I6
1972JeepWagoneerBase4.2L 258 I6
1973JeepWagoneerBase, Custom4.2L 258 I6
1987JeepWranglerBase, Laredo, Sport4.2L 258 I6
1988JeepWranglerBase, Islander, Laredo, S, Sahara, Sport4.2L 258 I6