CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base, Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range, Efficient components use less current to produce more power, Extra tall secondary tower for secure coil wire connection, 500 Ohms per foot resistance for improved spark delivery and power
MSD 8598 Ford 289/302 Billet Distributor Ignition Kit, 6425/5541 MSD
MSD 8598 Ford 289/302 Billet Distributor Ignition Kit, 6425/5541
Sku # 9109195
Mfr. Part # 9109195
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Brand
MSD
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Kit Includes:

  • (1) MSD 8598 Ford 289, 302 Billet Distributor
  • (1) MSD 6425 6AL Digital Ignition Control Box
  • (1) MSD 8223 Blaster 3 Coil
  • (1) MSD 8213 Coil Bracket
  • (1) MSD 5541 Street-Fire Spark Plug Wires Set, Ford 302-351W HEI

MSD 8598 Ford 289, 302 Billet Distributor

  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
  • Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
  • Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied with Cap-A-Dapt and rotor (accepts MSD socket style caps)
  • No CARB Exemption Order Number
  • Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
  • Fits 289, 302
  • Includes Steel Gear for Hydraulic Roller Cams-

MSD 6425 6AL Digital Ignition Control Box

  • The MSD Digital 6AL features a higher output with 530 primary volts and 135mJ of spark energy
  • Efficient components use less current to produce more power
  • Set an rpm limit on the MSD 6AL rev limiter with two rotary dials
  • Has the same bolt pattern as the original 6AL, but with a lower profile housing
  • Built-in LED for system checks
  • All wires exit the same side through a locked, sealed connector
  • Compatible with 4, 6 and 8-cylinder engines
  • MSD 6425 6AL Digital Ignition Control Box Included in kit

Learn more about the benefits and features of the MSD 6AL Digital Ignition Control Box by reading StangTVs tech article.

Learn more about determining the proper MSD ignition control box for your application by reading our tech article.

MSD 8223 Blaster 3 Coil

  • Extra tall secondary tower for secure coil wire connection
  • Improved output coil for electronic ignitions, and MSD Ignitions (ballast resistor required for points)
  • 100:1 turns ratio and lower primary resistance produce high voltage output
  • MSD Red metal canister is filled with a premium grade oil for cooling
  • Supplied with a 90° spark plug style terminal and boot
  • CARB E.O. Approved

MSD 8213 Coil Bracket

  • The MSD Coil Bracket offers easy, univer­sal mounting for standard size ignition coils up to 2-1/4" in diameter
  • The Bracket uses a bolt and nut combination instead of the easily stripped self-tapping screw common on other brand brackets
  • Perfect for canister type coils
  • Adjustable from 1-3/4" to 2-3/8" with slight bending of mounting tabs

MSD 5541 Street-Fire Spark Plug Wires Set, Ford 302-351W HEI

  • Helically wound conductor suppresses electro and radio noise
  • Kevlar core combination for great strength and durability
  • Heavy duty terminals for secure connection
  • 8mm silicone and synthetic jacket resists heat and abrasion
  • 500 Ohms per foot resistance for improved spark delivery and power
  • Silicone boots protect against high exhaust temps

MSD 8598 Ford 289, 302 Billet Distributor (more details)

For Ford enthusiasts that are serious about performance! Just under the brass terminals of the MSD cap and rotor is an easy-to-adjust mechanical advance assembly. The assembly is fine blanked from chro-moly steel, TIG-welded for strength plus receives a QPQ coating. The precision weights glide on nylon bushings for smooth advancement and different springs and stop bushings are supplied so a variety of advance curves can be tuned. The steel shaft that spins the advance and reluctor receives a friction reducing coating plus is guided by a sealed ball bearing and long sintered bushing. This combination provides stable timing signals and spark delivery at any rpm. Triggering chores are handled by MSDs race proven, maintenance-free magnetic pick-up.

Specs

MSD 6425 6AL Digital Ignition Control Box

  • Spark Energy: 135-145 mJ per spark
  • Primary Voltage: 520-540 Volts
  • Secondary Voltage: 45,000 Volts
  • Spark Series Duration: 20 degree Crankshaft Rotation
  • RPM Range: 15,000 RPM with 14.4 Volts
  • Voltage Required: 12-15 Volts, 7 Volt Start
  • Current Draw: .7 Amp per 1,000 RPM
  • Weight and Size: 1.7 lbs., 8"L x 4"W x 1.825"H

MSD 8223 Blaster 3 Coil

Turns ratio: 100:1
Primary resistance: .7 OHMs
Secondary resistance: 4.5K OHMs
Inductance: 8 mH
Maximum voltage: 45,000 Volts
Peak current: 140 mA
Spark duration: 350 uS

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Specs
Advance Type
Mechanical
Cap Terminal Style
HEI / Male
Gear Material
Steel
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Distributor Cap Color
Red
Trigger Style
Magnetic
Mechanical Tach Drive
No
Slip Collar
No
Ignition Box Required
Yes
External Ignition Box Required
Yes
Marine Use
No
Trigger Sensors
Single
Housing Finish
Natural
Gear Rotation
Standard
Housing Material
Billet Aluminum
Hall Effect
No
Sync Signal
No
Coil Included
Yes
Cap Type
HEI / Male
Notes
The MSD 8598 Distributor requires use of the MSD 6425 Ignition Box, which is included in this kit
Reviews

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by Ted on October 05, 2021

Summary: I'm not very good with electrical. It was very easy to install. the one downside was because of my camshaft, I had to replace the distributor Gear

Yes, I recommend this product.

Looks good ... works good !!

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by Tom on May 31, 2021

Summary: Didn't realize how bad my old original ignition was until I installed this one. Much more power throughout the power band and idles much smoother. Very happy with the kit.

Cons: Plug wires were a bit long for clean routing

Pros: Works great! Easy to install

Yes, I recommend this product.

Good buy

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by 1967 289 on March 23, 2021

Summary: 289 mustang fit perfect

Yes, I recommend this product.

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