8360 Datasheet, PDF (8/8 Pages) Mallory performance club – MSD Pro-Billet Ready-to-Run Distributor

VACUUM ADVANCE LOCKOUT
If you do not want to use the vacuum advance canister of the
MSD Distributor, MSD has supplied the distributor with a lockout
mechanism. The Lockout bolts in the position of the vacuum
canister and will hold the pickup assembly firmly in place. The
installation is easiest with the distributor out of the engine.
RELUCTOR
PADDLES
MAG PICKUP
PLATE
1. Remove the two Allen head screws that hold the advance
canister (Figure 14).
2. Remove the snap ring that holds the magnetic pickup assembly
in place. This is easy to do with a set of snap ring pliers by
straddling one of the reluctor paddles.
3. Gently lift up on the mag pickup plate and slide the vacuum
canister out.
SNAP
4. Install the Lockout Plate in place of the canister. Install the two ^RING
CANISTER
SCREWS
retaining screws.
5. Install the supplied screw and washer through the Lockout and
Figure 14 Removing the Vacuum Canister.
tighten.
6. It is important to make sure the pickup plate is parallel with the
housing of the distributor (Figure 15). If it is cocked or slanted,
the paddles of the reluctor may contact the pickup. Check the
clearance by rotating the distributor shaft. If necessary, use
the supplied shims under the Lockout hold-down to correctly
position the pickup plate.
Note:  If no shims were required, use one beneath the washer of
the Lock-Out Hold Down Screw.
7. After checking the reluctor to pickup clearance, tighten the
Lockout retaining screws and install the snap ring.
8. Install the distributor, rotor and cap. Check the timing when
complete.
Note: Do not forget to plug the original vacuum advance hose.
Figure 15 Checking Installation of the
Lockout Plate.
Service
  In case of malfunction, this MSD component will be repaired free of charge according to the terms of the warranty.
When returning MSD components for warranty service, Proof of Purchase must be supplied for verification. After the warranty
period has expired, repair service is based on a minimum and maximum fee.
  All returns must have a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number issued to them
before being returned. To obtain an RMA number please contact MSD Customer Service at 1 (888) MSD-7859 or
visit our website at www.msdperformance.com/rma to automatically obtain a number and shipping information.
  When returning the unit for repair, leave all wires at the length in which you have them installed. Be sure to include a detailed
account of any problems experienced, and what components and accessories are installed on the vehicle. The repaired unit will
be returned as soon as possible using Ground shipping methods (ground shipping is covered by warranty). For more information,
call MSD at [phone]. MSD technicians are available from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday (mountain time).
Limited Warranty
 MSD warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under its intended normal use*, when properly
installed and purchased from an authorized MSD dealer, for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase. This
warranty is void for any products purchased through auction websites. If found to be defective as mentioned above, it will be
repaired or replaced at the option of MSD. Any item that is covered under this warranty will be returned free of charge using
Ground shipping methods.
  This shall constitute the sole remedy of the purchaser and the sole liability of MSD. To the extent permitted by law, the foregoing
is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties or representation whether expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness. In no event shall MSD or its suppliers be liable for special or consequential damages.
  *Intended normal use means that this item is being used as was originally intended and for the original application as sold by
MSD. Any modifications to this item or if it is used on an application other than what MSD markets the product, the warranty will
be void. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to determine that this item will work for the application they are intending. MSD
will accept no liability for custom applications.
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