Built for 1949-1953 8-BA Ford Flathead engines, this Ready-to-Run distributor has a powerful ignition module built directly into its CNC-machined billet aluminum housing, so it drops in and connects with only three wires — no separate MSD ignition control required. A maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor mounted to a QPQ-coated steel shaft eliminate points and deliver accurate timing signals throughout the rpm range.Specifications: Color: Red Distributor Type: Ready to Run Engine: Ford Flathead Gear Material: Cast Iron Product Type: Distributor Category: Ignition Warranty: Manufacturer's Limited 1-Year Warranty Part Number: 8573 Includes a built-in 7.5-amp single-spark module and rev limiter, a vacuum advance canister that can be locked out, and a special die to help set up the hold-down clamp. Does not require a separate MSD ignition control.FAQDoes the MSD 8573 require a separate ignition control?No, it has a built-in ignition module and connects with only three wires.What vehicles is the MSD 8573 designed for?It's built specifically for 1949-1953 Ford Flathead 8-BA engines.Does the MSD 8573 include a rev limiter?Yes, it has a built-in rev limiter.Can the vacuum advance be locked out?Yes, the vacuum advance canister can be locked out if not needed.{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"Does the MSD 8573 require a separate ignition control?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No, it has a built-in ignition module and connects with only three wires."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"What vehicles is the MSD 8573 designed for?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"It's built specifically for 1949-1953 Ford Flathead 8-BA engines."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Does the MSD 8573 include a rev limiter?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, it has a built-in rev limiter."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Can the vacuum advance be locked out?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, the vacuum advance canister can be locked out if not needed."}}]}