MSD 8985 Timing Tapes for Harmonic Balancers Installation - Manual (Page 2)

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Limited Warranty
MSD IGNITION warrants MSD Ignition products to be free from defects in material and workmanship
under normal use and if properly installed for a period of one year from date of purchase. If found to be
defective as mentioned above, it will be replaced or repaired if returned prepaid along with proof of date
of purchase. This shall constitute the sole remedy of the purchaser and the sole liability of MSD Ignition. To
the extent permitted by law, the foregoing is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties or representations
whether expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness. In no event
shall MSD Ignition be liable for special or consequential damages.
Service
In case of malfunction, this MSD component will be repaired free of charge according to the terms of
the warranty. When returning MSD components for service, Proof of Purchase must be supplied for warranty
verification. After the warranty period has expired, repair service is charged based on a minimum and
maximum charge.
Send the unit prepaid with proof of purchase to the attention of: Customer Service Department, MSD
Ignition, 12120 Esther Lama, Suite 114, El Paso, Texas 79936.
When returning the unit for repair, leave all wires at the length in which you have them installed. Be sure
to include a detailed account of any problems experienced, and what components and accessories are
installed on the vehicle.
The repaired unit will be returned as soon as possible after receipt, COD for any charges. (Ground
shipping is covered by warranty). All units are returned regular UPS unless otherwise noted. For more
information, call the MSD Customer Service Line (915) 855-7123. MSD technicians are available from 8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday (mountain time).
INSTALLATION
1. Locate the top-dead center or “0” degree mark on the
harmonic balancer or timing wheel.
2. Select the correct timing tape for your application. Make
sure you know the correct size of the harmonic balancer
or timing wheel you’re using. If this is not known,
measure the diameter of the harmonic balancer or timing
wheel’s edge and note the size.
3. Choose the timing tape that matches your balancer’s
diameter. Be sure that the mating surface is clean of any
dirt, grease or debris. Locate and note the “0” degree
mark on the timing tape.
4. Align the 0 degree mark on the tape with the TDC mark
on the balancer. Make sure that the markings on the
tape are facing you, and place the tape on the surface.
Use firm pressure for proper adhesion. ATC (after top-
dead center) will be to the left of the stock mark, and
BTC (before top-dead center) will always be to the right
of the stock mark.
Figure 2 The Timing Tape Installed.