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Small Diameter Pro-Billet Distributor for 1955-2003 Chevy V8 Engines [Red]
Firewall clearance, a tall intake or a cowl-mounted brake booster can make a conventional distributor impossible to install. This is the smallest diameter Chevy distributor in the line, measuring a half inch smaller across and over an inch shorter than a standard points-cap unit, while keeping the high output magnetic pickup and adjustable mechanical advance of the full-size versions.
MSD 85701 Small Diameter Pro-Billet Distributor Features:
- CNC machined billet aluminum housing sized for tight clearance installations.
- Must be used with a 6, 7, 8 or 10 Series ignition control.
- High output magnetic pickup with precision machined reluctor.
- Fully adjustable mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings, and it can be locked out for crank trigger use.
- Adjustable slip collar mounting flange for engines with modified deck heights.
- Polished QPQ coated shaft on a sealed ball bearing and extra-long sintered bushing.
- Small diameter HEI style cap and rotor included. Will not accept a vacuum advance canister.
Emissions Note:
This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.
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MSD has the Best Distributor for Your Vehicle
MSD Billet and Pro-Billet Distributors with CNC-machined billet aluminum housings have maintenance-free magnetic pickups guided by a sealed ball bearing located at the top of the housing.
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For drivers who demand performance, precision, and reliability, the MSD Billet & Pro-Billet Distributors are the gold standard in ignition control. Whether you’re building a high-performance street machine or a dedicated race car, MSD delivers the spark accuracy and rugged construction you need to push your engine to the limit.
Each MSD Pro Billet Distributor is CNC-machined from high-quality billet aluminum for maximum strength and minimal flex, even at high RPMs. The polished housing isn’t just for looks—it’s built to last, resist corrosion, and endure extreme engine conditions. Inside, a maintenance-free magnetic pickup provides accurate trigger signals, while a hardened steel shaft with a sealed ball bearing ensures long-lasting performance.
The Pro Billet Distributor MSD lineup is compatible with MSD ignition controls and features an easy-to-adjust mechanical advance, making tuning a breeze. Whether you're dialing in timing for the street or strip, you’ll get consistent spark delivery and smoother acceleration across the power band.
If you're upgrading a small block Chevy, the MSD Pro Billet Distributor SBC is a perfect match, offering drop-in compatibility and serious performance gains. These distributors are designed to meet the needs of racers and enthusiasts who won’t settle for stock performance.
Step up your ignition system with the proven power and reliability of MSD Billet and Pro-Billet Distributors—engineered to ignite your build's full potential.
Whether you’re working on a high performance race car or a daily driver street machine, precise and durable ignition components are always going to be a real must. An MSD billet or Pro-Billet distributor is a distinct upgrade from your OEM distributor setup, with accurate spark delivery and durable, rugged construction that will let you really push the envelope of your engine’s performance.
Performance Benefits & Key Features
Every MSD Billet distributor is machined from top grade billet aluminum and a hardened steel shaft, with maintenance-free magnetic pickups for accurate and consistent ignition signal, and a precision ball bearing set with long sintered bushing guide at the top of the housing. The polished housing looks great, but it’s more than just a dress-up feature; it’s designed to resist corrosion and to hold up under some of the most extreme engine conditions.
The Pro-Billet and MSD Billet lineup at JEGS is designed for compatibility with other MSD ignition components, with a mechanical advance that’s easy to adjust to dial in the timing you need on the strip or street. It’s easy to adjust it to your setting and you’ll get reliable spark delivery and stronger, smoother acceleration across the power band. For older applications, select MSD Billet distributors are equipped with vacuum advance.
Fitment, Compatibility & Applications
For small block Chevrolet applications, MSD’s Billet and Pro-Billet distributors are designed for drop-in installation. Distributor setups are available for small block and big block Chevrolet V8s, AMC V8s, Buick (including Nailhead V8s), Cadillac, small block and big block Ford engines, Ford flathead V8s, and big block and small block Chrysler (including first-gen Hemi V8s). Along with distributors, this is your one-stop-shopping destination for full ignition upgrade packages from MSD, including the distributor, cap, coil, coil wire, plug wires, as well as a digital 6AL ignition control box for later model Chevrolet small block applications.
Plug wires are standard 8.5mm size and can be cut to fit your desired length, and of course MSD’s iconic red hardware and plug wires look great under the hood of any car. Regardless of what kind of vehicle you’re driving and what kind of V8 it’s equipped with, an MSD Billet distributor or a full ignition upgrade of MSD components is a great way to squeeze a little more performance, response and dependability out of your setup.

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