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MSD Ignition Systems

msd logoWHAT MAKES THE MSD BETTER?

Over the years, specific ignition needs have developed for automobile style engines in boats. One of these has been for a complete ignition system that is powerful enough to prevent loading up of the plugs while idling yet tough enough to withstand the demanding requirements of the marine environment. The MSD Marine Ignition System, which consists of an MSD 6M-2 Ignition Control, a Soft Touch Rev Control and Marine Distributors, is designed to meet, and exceed, these needs. Whether you have a high performance inboard/outboard, or an all-out offshore race boat, the MSD Marine Ignition System will greatly improve the performance and drivability of your boat in many ways.

CERTIFIED FOR MARINE USE!

All components of the MSD Marine Ignition System have been extensively tested by Underwriter's Laboratory and have been certified to meet or exceed all safety standards for ignition systems as set out by the U.S. Coast Guard. Underwriter's Laboratory is famous for its thorough testing of marine electrical components. Each MSD Ignition component had to meet or exceed these rigorous tests before the U.L. symbol of certification was placed on the product. Here is a summary of some of the tests that the MSD Marine Ignition System was subjected to:

  • Low temperature -ignition must function at 13° F.
  • High temperature -ignition must function at 212° F.
  • Voltage -entire assembly tested to withstand 500 volts.
  • Vibration -must function after 24 hours on vibration table.
  • Shock -struck 5000 times with 10g force.
  • Ignition protection -must extinguish ignited fuel inside of the distributor cap.
  • Chemical resistance -submerged five hours in swelling oil.
  • Salt spray -must withstand 96 hours under salt spray.

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MSD
Pro-Billet Marine Distributor

pro-billet distributor

Each Pro-Billet marine distributor features two flame arrestor holes with brass screens. This prevents an explosion from gas fumes that may build up in the engine compartment.

Tech Tip: Over the many years we have witnessed many misconceptions in the marine industry. One of the most frequent is in the part of the role that the ignition system plays in the overall performance of a power boat. Because a boat is so different than a car in the fact that it doesn't have rolling resistance it has pure load all the time whether on plane or cruise or all out wide open throttle. The ignition system is the heart of your boat, it requires all premium quality performance ignition components to perform at its best. Just one great ignition component cannot overshadow or make up for other parts that may not be up to par. It takes a total performance package to achieve all the performance your boat has to offer.

Part No. Description
120-8560 Marine Pro-billet, V8 Chevy
120-8562 Marine Pro-billet, V8 Chevy, With Adjustable Slip Collar
120-85806 Marine Pro-billet, V8 Ford, 351C, 351M, 400, 429, 460
MSD
Marine Billet Ready-To-Run Distributors

ready-to-run distributor

This is positively the longest awaited product to come from the folks at MSD but definitely worth the wait, are these all new Ready-to-Run marine distributors. While these distributors do NOT require any additional box to operate and are a stand alone style ignition in one convenient package. Although they do not share the performance advantages of their sibling, the 6M-2 Series System, they do provide the ultimate in maintenance free magnetic ignition reliability. Their increased output of the internal ignition amplifier will out perform stock ignitions while smoothing out an engines idle, improve starting, and provide a higher more adjustable operating range. Meets all USCG requirements.

  • Only three wires to connect for a simple installation.
  • Accurate and maintenance-free magnetic pick-up never needs adjustment
  • Easily adjust the mechanical advance with the supplied springs and stop bushings to fit your boat's needs

Part No. Description
120-83606 Chevy V-8 Ready-To-Run Distributor Ignition
120-83506 Ford 429/460 V-8 Ready-To-Run Distributor Ignition