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First of all, if you decide to not use the detailed instructions below, at a minimum, don’t overlook the following items:
1. You must install a 12 volt coil (see details about acceptable coil winding resistances below)
2. Bypass or remove the ballast resistor (if you remove it, connect the 2 wires and insulate)

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Datsun XLink concept car is not a two-door version such as two-seat Datsun 240Z. Datsun XLink concept car is a four-door, and four-seat coupe.

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Aston Martin unveils one of the most eagerly anticipated cars of the year – the V8 Vantage Roadster – at the 2006 Los Angeles Auto Show on Wednesday 29 th November. The Vantage Roadster is Aston Martin’s 14th convertible model since 1950, the latest in a long line of open-top models that began with the [...]

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Coax more power from your engine! This guide tells you how to choose L-series engine parts, and prepare and assemble them for optimum power and durability. Filled with L-series mods for road, drag and off-road racing, improved street performance, plus complete mods to crankshaft, pistons, cylinder heads, electrics, carburetion, exhaust and more. Covers 51, 61, [...]

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The engine front cover has 2 alignment tabs and the crankshaft balancer has 2 alignment marks (spaced 90 degrees apart) which are used for positioning number 1 piston at top dead center (TDC). With the piston on the compression stroke and at top dead center, the crankshaft balancer alignment mark (1) must align with the [...]

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Mechanical Engine Name VQ35DE Cam design DOHC Orientation Longitudinal Cylinders / configuration V6 w/ Molybdenum coated pistons Block / head composition Aluminum/aluminum Displacement (liters) 3.5L Horsepower 287 @ 6,200 RPM Torque lb-ft 274 @ 4,800 RPM Bore & stroke (mm) 95.5 x 81.4 Compression ratio (:1) 10.3 Maximum engine speed 6,600 RPM Induction system Sequential [...]

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This product is applicable to pre-1966 California and pre-1968 federally certified passenger cars. It is also applicable to non-emission controlled trucks and similar vehicles. It is not intended for use on any emission-controlled vehicles operated on highways or roadways, unless otherwise noted.

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REMOVING THE ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTOR
1. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, place the gearshift in neutral and chock the wheels. This prevents the crankshaft from being accidentally turned and the distributor mounting reference lost, if someone pushes or leans against the vehicle. Automatic transmissions should be placed in “Park”.
2. Disconnect the ground cable from the [...]

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The MSD HVC Pro-Billet Distributors are the most advanced racing distributors available. Take the time to read these instructions thoroughly before installing the distributor. There are a variety of adjustments that can be made to improve the performance of your engine and should be understood prior to running the engine.

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MSD currently offers two distributor plugs for Chevrolet engines; PN 8513 for cam driven oil pumps and PN 8512 for dry sump oil systems.
ASSEMBLY
Prior to installation, it is recommended to position the engine at your desired timing.
1. Install the distributor assembly using the four supplied socket head cap screws and washers.

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