1972 Ford Mustang Distributors

Essential 1972 Ford Mustang Distributors

MSD Ignition – Rotor; MSD Ford Distributors PN 8455; PN 8456 (Part No.8070)

Rotor; MSD Ford Distributors PN 8455; PN 8456

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$11.99
This replacement rotor is injection molded from high voltage isolation material with heavy duty construction. The rotor fits MSD Ford distributors PN 8455, 8456.

Product Features:
  • Resist carbon tracking
  • Max Voltage Transfer
  • Molded From Insulated Material
  • Fits MSD PN[8455/8456]
  • Fits MSD part numbers 8455 and 8456
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAA1003)

Distributor Rotor

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$6.29
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest – Distributor Rotor (Part No.D197)

Distributor Rotor

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$12.99
Product Features:
  • High-quality direct replacement electrical connector allows you to replace only the damaged connector instead of the entire harness for a cost-effective repair
  • The terminal is manufactured with high grade materials such as copper alloy, brass, and phosphor bronze.  The housing is fabricated using polyamide resins.  All of the materials together provide the connectors with prolonged life and superior performance.
  • All electrical connectors are 100% tested for proper mechanical and electrical fit, form and function
  • Offering thousands of high-quality pigtails & sockets for nearly every electrical job
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PerTronix – D9011 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Counter Clockwise Vacuum Lockout Kit (Part No.D9011)

D9011 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Counter Clockwise Vacuum Lockout Kit

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$10.99
Vacuum Advance & LockoutThese vacuum canisters help optimize ignition advance for maximum part throttle performance and cruise speed efficiency. Our vacuum lockout plates allow for precise pickup coil position and accurate rotor phasing.

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D9011 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Counter Clockwise Vacuum Lockout Kit
  • These vacuum canisters help optimize ignition advance for maximum part throttle performance and cruise speed efficiency.
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PerTronix – D702700 Vacuum Lockout Kit for Flame-Thrower Clockwise Billet Distributor (Part No.D702700)

D702700 Vacuum Lockout Kit for Flame-Thrower Clockwise Billet Distributor

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$18.99


Product Features:
  • PerTronix D702700 Vacuum Lockout Kit for PerTronix Flame-Thrower Clockwise Billet Distributor
  • Replacement Part (only) for PerTronix Flame Thrower Distributors
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1107)

Distributor Vacuum Advance

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$48.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right automatic transmission speed sensor for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions. Designed to meet OE quali

Product Features:
  • Lifecycle tested to meet or exceed OE specifications
  • Direct OE replacement
  • High strength thermoplastic is resistant to shock, temperature and chemicals. Also protects internal components from moisture and contaminants.
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford 351W; with Hydraulic Roller Steel Gear (Part No.85840)

Distributor; Ford 351W; with Hydraulic Roller Steel Gear

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$494.99
MSD Pro-Billet Distributors are the finest performance and racing distributors available. Every feature has been engineered to endure the rigors of high performance and racing engines. Whether cruising the streets or racing stock cars, dragsters, boats or trucks, MSD has a distributor for it. MSD uses state-of-the-art, Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) mills and lathes to machine each housing. After a long series of precise cuts and movements, the billet is formed into a flawless distributor housing that is accurate to within 0.001″. The flex-free housings are lightweight, have no porosity or weak areas and look great on polished, show quality engines.

Product Features:
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and advance assembly
  • Same height and width as PN[8584]
  • 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 and extra long sintered bushing
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Street Fire; Ford 5.0L Mustang; 86-93 with Module (Part No.5594)

Distributor; Street Fire; Ford 5.0L Mustang; 86-93 with Module

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$350.99
These Street Fire distributors are ready to drop into your V8 engine to replace the worn OEM piece. A factory style ignition module is included along with a durable new cap and rotor. One of the most popular Ford distributors in use is the TFI version used in the 5.0 L Mustangs from ‘ 86 Ft. 94. Since these cars are getting up there in miles and years, Street Fire offers a great OEM upgrade and an even better price. As with all of the Street Fire distributors, each one is specified by MSD engineers. The Ford TFI is supplied with the correct TFI ignition module and accepts the factory style connector. Of course a new cap and rotor are supplied to top the system off, as well as a fresh gear for durability.

Product Features:
  • Great OEM Update; w/Performance Upgrades
  • Supplied w/The Correct TFI Ignition Module
  • Supplied w/Factory Style Connector
  • Perfect For Budget Minded Enthusiasts
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D130700)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$353.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our distributors ship with Ignitor II technology modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor or bulky HEIs with this performance

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D130700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Ford Small Block Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Vacuum Advance Black Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAC1923)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$50.99
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

Carquest – Distributor Cap (Part No.C154)

Distributor Cap

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$16.05
BWD SELECT replacement parts are designed, specified and manufactured with one goal in mind – to make them the very best. We use the finest materials and improve on OE specifications whenever possible. The result is maximum performance and longevity.

Product Features:
  • Distributor cap uses glass-filled polyester resin with dielectric strength as high as 630 volts per mil, for optimum performance.
  • Distributor cap has aluminum terminals to match OE performance.
  • The BWD SELECT® exceed the original performance. The benefit is greater customer confidence.
  • BWD is a global manufacturer of original equipment ignition products, complete quality control is maintained through the manufacturing process from componentry to finished product
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MSD Ignition – Cap/Rotor Kit; Street Fire; Ford V8; Socket (Part No.5506)

Cap/Rotor Kit; Street Fire; Ford V8; Socket

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$48.49
All of the Street Fire components are spec’d by MSD engineers and designed to provide performance for the price. The quality of each part is backed up with a one year warranty!

Product Features:
  • Supplied w/Heavy Duty Rotor
  • Low Resistance Terminals
  • Full Power Output At High RPM
  • Perfect For Budget Minded Enthusiasts
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford 5.0L; with EFI; Steel (Part No.85834)

Distributor Gear; Ford 5.0L; with EFI; Steel

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$145.99
A distributor’s performance is only as good as its drive gear. MSD ignition has put a great deal of effort into researching and testing a variety of metallurgical compositions, heat treating and coatings to provide you with a durable, accurate and strong distributor gear. The result is a special iron alloy gear that is treated to a low-friction coating process. To you this means long life, an easy break-in period and reliable performance. Features micro polished surface for smooth contact. Proprietary formulated ductile iron. Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear. Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and running properties.

Product Features:
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
  • Micro Polished Surface For Smooth Contact
  • Proprietary formulated ductile iron.
  • Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear
  • Interstitial carbide improves wear resistance/running properties
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford 351C; 460; Iron (Part No.85812)

Distributor Gear; Ford 351C; 460; Iron

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$42.49
This gear test fixture features variable rpm and oil pressure control allowing MSD engineers the ability to maintain the exact conditions that they want for gear tests. Severe loads can be placed on the gear and the fixture can spin up to 10,000 rpm. Features increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60). Micro polished surface for smooth contact. Proprietary formulated ductile iron. Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear. Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and running properties.

Product Features:
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
  • Micro Polished Surface For Smooth Contact
  • Proprietary formulated ductile iron.
  • Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear
  • Interstitial carbide improves wear resistance/running properties
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Carquest – Distributor Primary Lead Wire (Part No.DL17)

Distributor Primary Lead Wire

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$4.95
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • Designed to OE standards for ease of installation
  • BWD is a global manufacturer of original equipment ignition products, complete quality control is maintained through the manufacturing process from componentry to finished product
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Ground Lead Wire (Part No.DLA1155)

Distributor Ground Lead Wire

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$1.49
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Primary Lead Wire (Part No.DLA1098)

Distributor Primary Lead Wire

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$9.49
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Ground Lead Wire (Part No.DLA1316)

Distributor Ground Lead Wire

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$1.29
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford; 302; Iron (Part No.85832)

Distributor Gear; Ford; 302; Iron

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$42.49
This gear test fixture features variable rpm and oil pressure control allowing MSD engineers the ability to maintain the exact conditions that they want for gear tests. Severe loads can be placed on the gear and the fixture can spin up to 10,000 rpm. Features increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60). Micro polished surface for smooth contact. Proprietary formulated ductile iron. Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear. Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and running properties.

Product Features:
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
  • Micro Polished Surface For Smooth Contact
  • Proprietary formulated ductile iron.
  • Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear
  • Interstitial carbide improves wear resistance/running properties
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford 351W; Bronze (Part No.8585)

Distributor Gear; Ford 351W; Bronze

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$83.39
MSD Bronze Distributor gears are machined from quality AMPCO 45 aluminum bronze containing 5 percent nickel. This special combination creates high-strength gear teeth that are less prone to wear even with high volume oil pumps. Features increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60). Micro polished surface for smooth contact. Proprietary formulated ductile iron. Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear. Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and running properties.

Product Features:
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
  • Interstitial carbide improves wear resistance/running properties
  • Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear
  • Proprietary formulated ductile iron.
  • Micro Polished Surface For Smooth Contact
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford 351W; Iron (Part No.85852)

Distributor Gear; Ford 351W; Iron

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$42.49
This gear test fixture features variable rpm and oil pressure control allowing MSD engineers the ability to maintain the exact conditions that they want for gear tests. Severe loads can be placed on the gear and the fixture can spin up to 10,000 rpm. Features increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60). Micro polished surface for smooth contact. Proprietary formulated ductile iron. Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear. Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and running properties.

Product Features:
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
  • Micro Polished Surface For Smooth Contact
  • Proprietary formulated ductile iron.
  • Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear
  • Interstitial carbide improves wear resistance/running properties
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Dorman – Help – Distributor Gears (Part No.90455)

Distributor Gears

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$19.29
This distributor drive gear is designed to match the fit, function and appearance of the original part on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this distributor drive gear matches the fit, function and appearance of the factory part on specified years, make and models
  • Ideal solution – this drive gear is a reliable replacement for an original part that has failed due to moisture infiltration or vibration
  • Durable construction – this assembly is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Mallory – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.29418PD)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$73.29
Mallory distributor gears are precision machined from alloy steel in our factory to exact original equipment specs. For use with cast flat tappet hydraulic/mechanical cams and austempered ductile iron roller cams.

Product Features:
  • Replacement Distributor Gear
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1012)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$22.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Steel; Ford 351C; 460 (Part No.85813)

Distributor Gear; Steel; Ford 351C; 460

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$143.99
A distributor’s performance is only as good as its drive gear. MSD ignition has put a great deal of effort into researching and testing a variety of metallurgical compositions, heat treating and coatings to provide you with a durable, accurate and strong distributor gear. The result is a special iron alloy gear that is treated to a low-friction coating process. To you this means long life, an easy break-in period and reliable performance. Features micro polished surface for smooth contact. Proprietary formulated ductile iron. Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear. Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and running properties.

Product Features:
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
  • Micro Polished Surface For Smooth Contact
  • Proprietary formulated ductile iron.
  • Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear
  • Interstitial carbide improves wear resistance/running properties
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1004)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$98.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1006)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$35.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1014)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$67.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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1972 Ford Mustang Distributors

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1972 Ford Mustang. Maybe you just need a couple of Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 59 different Distributors in our inventory ranging from $1.29 to $569.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1972 Ford Mustang running smoothly.

Distributors are only as good as their brand. We stock 6 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1972 Ford Mustang. Carquest, Carquest Premium, and PerTronix are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Distributors for your 1972 Ford Mustang, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 454 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include D4000 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit Black with 1.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Distributors to keep your 1972 Ford Mustang rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Distributors Brands To Make Your 1972 Ford Mustang Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1972 Ford Mustang demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Distributors make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Mustang the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Distributors brands and parts.

Popular Carquest Distributors

We carry Carquest parts in our stock across Distributor Rotor Buttons categories, plus more. For a 1972 Ford Mustang, our most popular Carquest Distributors include:
Distributor Rotor
from $12.99
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Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons
Distributor Rotor
from $9.99
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Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons
Distributor Cap
from $16.05
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Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits

FAQs for 1972 Ford Mustang Distributors

What are the most purchased Distributors for the 1972 Ford Mustang?

Out of 59 Distributors for the 1972 Ford Mustang, the most popular in our inventory are:
Distributor Rotor
from $4.29
This product is not rated
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons
Distributor Cap
from $14.49
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Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits

What are the top-rated 1972 Ford Mustang Distributors?

Top-rated Distributors for your 1972 Ford Mustang based on customer reviews/ratings are:
D4000 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit Black
from $41.99
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D4000 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit Black
“The slots made in the distributor cap for the wiring terminal blades do not have the correct clearance for the blades to be installed properly. The s”