MSD 8517 distributor for the 1960-1966 Buick Electra V8 6.6L, the 1965-1969 Electra V8 7.0L, the 1970-1973 Electra V8 7.5L and other vehicles is a billet MSD Ignition distributor that uses a high-output magnetic trigger to fire an MSD Ignition Control. It must be used with an MSD 6, 7, 8 or 10 Series ignition.
- QPQ-coated polished steel shaft guided by a sealed ball bearing and a long sintered bushing, stable at any rpm
- Adjustable mechanical advance with nylon pads for smooth movement of the fine balanced weights
- A variety of advance stop bushings and springs supplied for setting a custom curve
- Pro-Billet distributor with a CNC-machined billet housing and base
- Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
Quick facts
- Part: MSD 8517 distributor
- Fits: 1960-1966 Buick Electra V8 6.6L, the 1965-1969 Electra V8 7.0L, the 1970-1973 Electra V8 7.5L and other vehicles
- Condition: New
A misfire, hard starting or a rough idle can come from a worn distributor, but those signs alone do not prove it; tired spark plugs are another common source. Each engine takes one distributor.
Fits
This HEI/Breakerless distributor fits the 1963-1965 Buick Riviera V8 6.6L, the 1963-1969 Riviera V8 7.0L and the 1970-1973 Riviera V8 7.5L, along with the Electra runs above. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check your exact model and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Engine make/size: Buick 400-455
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Vacuum advance: none
Build and materials
- Distributor type: HEI/Breakerless
- Housing and base: CNC-machined billet
- Shaft: QPQ-coated polished steel
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One distributor with cap and race rotor, plus advance stop bushings and springs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MSD 8517 one of the Electra distributors for the 1965-1969 Buick Electra V8 7.0L?
Yes. The MSD 8517 distributor fits the 1965-1969 Buick Electra V8 7.0L, and also the 1960-1966 V8 6.6L and 1970-1973 V8 7.5L Electra. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for other models.
Does the MSD 8517 distributor come with a cap and rotor?
Yes. The MSD 8517 includes the cap and race rotor, along with advance stop bushings and springs for setting the advance curve.
Which ignition does the MSD 8517 distributor work with?
The MSD 8517 must be used with an MSD Ignition Control, specifically an MSD 6, 7, 8 or 10 Series ignition.
Can the mechanical advance on this MSD distributor be locked out?
Yes. The mechanical advance assembly on the MSD 8517 can be locked out for crank trigger systems. Otherwise, the supplied springs and stop bushings let you adjust it.
What holds the shaft steady in the MSD 8517 distributor?
The QPQ-coated polished steel shaft rides in a sealed ball bearing and a long sintered bushing. Together they hold it stable at any rpm.
