BCCX 8486 Super Tall Block Crab Cap Distributor, Chevy V8

Low-profile, tall block, racing distributor must be used with an MSD 6, 7 or 8-series ignition and a crank trigger.Crowning this distributor is MSD's own Crab Cap! This cap incorporates spark plug style terminals for a better connection and grip to the plug wires.; The housing features two optional O-rings at the bottom that improve oil control by preventing oil pressure loss. Also, a small oil bleed hole located in the base sprays oil on the distributor and camshaft gears to prevent excessive wear. Since this is a racing distributor, there is an adjustable slip collar to make up for engines that have had the distance between the mounting surface and the gear modified.; The MSD Crab Cap Distributors are built specifically for racing engines with almost no room for a distributor due to tunnel rams or blowers. The distributor is equipped with a special low-profile crab style distributor cap to allow it to fit in extremely tight areas.; The super tall crab cap is taller to fit special racing blocks such as the Allen Root or Rocket blocks.Features and Benefits: 0.500” taller housing for extra tall Chevrolet based engine blocks; Adjustable slip collar for engines with modified deck heights; CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base; Designed to fit low in the block to clear firewall and intake combinations; Must be used with an MSD Crank Trigger and MSD Ignition Control; O-ring seals can be added to modified blocks to improve oil pressure control; Oversized polished steel shaft with a QPQ coating for friction reduction; Shaft is guided by a sealed ball bearing and an extra long sintered bushing; Special oil tract improves lubrication to the distributor and cam gear; Supplied with small, low crab style distributor cap, rotor and bronze gear