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ProStr55
01-05-2008, 05:30 PM
I'm building a blown big-block for my 55 and was curious to know if you're supposed to run a mechanical advance distributor or vacuum? I've heard that the supercharger will not allow the vacuum advance style to operate correctly because of the difference in manifold air pressure of a normally aspirated engine vs. forced induction. Any info would be greatly appreciated. BTW--I will be running a boost timing master ignition system.

keith
01-05-2008, 08:48 PM
This one works good, a friend of mine is using it on his blown small block along with the 6BTM box.
http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_10002_20446_-1

Another option that also works good with the 6BTM box:
http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_10002_20442_-1

ProStr55
01-09-2008, 01:08 PM
Thanks for the reply Keith. I guess I was right in respect of vacuum advance vs. mechanical. A friend was thinking of selling me his MSD distributor at a good friend price but looks like I'll have to pass on this one. Thanks again.

grandmas55
01-09-2008, 08:04 PM
I was surfing Craigslist last night and found a guy with a new-in-the-box MSD Probillet distributor for small/big chevy, part #85551, phone 707.712.5384

Mark

ProStr55
01-10-2008, 10:31 AM
:tu Thanks Mark, I really appreciate the help. I'll try and give him a call today.

grandmas55
01-10-2008, 08:42 PM
I forgot to mention the price is $150.00