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Repower 1977 351 Ford Mercruiser

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"I have just ordered a 351 for

"I have just ordered a 351 ford crate marine motor for my 26 ft campion. Have new risers manifolds water pump etc. Lokking for opinions on Electronic distributors, brands recommended to me are MSD Part # 8352 and Sierra 18-5481.
Any comments would be appriciated
Thamks"
 
"If you are using the standard

"If you are using the standard coil, the MSD is probably not needed. They usually make decent stuff, so if the price is right, do it.

Sierra's stuff is usually average, fully functional.

Other alternatives to investigate: Mallory, in the 'no points' version (unless you are compelled to have them). Pertronix seems to be the newcomer to the field and many are happy with their products. There are a couple other smaller makers with racing heritage; If you want names, it may take a couple days.

Big thing is to make sure it is a real marine rated distributor. Insurance companies are infamous for finding loopholes and the wrong distributor is a frequent culprit."
 
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