1973 Ford Thunderbird Ignition and Tune-Up Products

Essential 1973 Ford Thunderbird Ignition and Tune-Up Products

Carquest Premium – Spark Plug Wire Set: 9 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit (Part No.35-8335)

Spark Plug Wire Set: 9 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit

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$36.99
Product Features:
  • SAEJ2031 Class E cable resist heat (428 Deg. F), cold (-104 Deg. F), electrical interference, abrasion and oil.
  • Stainless steel magnetic winding delivers maximum voltage to the spark plug for more powerful, and longer spark resulting in optimum engine performance while reducing the chance for misfire, and eliminating radio static.
  • 100% Pure silicone external insulation resists oil penetration, for lifetime protection against wire set failure.
  • EPDM inner insulation stops power-robbing voltage leaks.
  • With Magnetic-impregnated Kevlar internal conductors – durable and break resistant
  • Engineered to meet OEM tolerances using variable pitch wire winding, creating better resistance to electric magnetic interference (E.M.I resistance).
  • Excellent interference suppression and consistent performance
  • Easy lock terminals for more convenient installation.
  • Thick silicon outer jacket for excellent heat resistance. Insulating EPDM based compound inner jacket helps minimize voltage drop and enhance durability.
  • Broad coverage available for most vehicles on the road today
  • Include grease pack to ensure easy installation and removal
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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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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAC1087)

Distributor Cap

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$21.99
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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Driveworks – Distributor Rotor (Part No.23067)

Distributor Rotor

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$11.05
Driveworks offers a line of aftermarket parts and accessories that are commercially acceptable and competitively priced, which provides professional technicians and DIYers with an affordable alternative for repairs.

Product Features:
  • Direct-fit OE replacement ensures ease of installation
  • Designed to meet OE performance
  • As the leader in commercially acceptable parts, we provide professional technicians with the quality parts they need
  • As the leader in commercially acceptable parts, we provide professional technicians with the quality parts they need
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Motorcraft – Enhance Engine Performance with Reliable Spark Plug (Part No.SP-459-X)

Enhance Engine Performance with Reliable Spark Plug

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$7.99
Motorcraft Spark Plugs are original equipment on Ford Motor Company vehicles engineered to meet strict Ford engineering standards to provide original equipment performance and reliability. Delivering performance, reliability and confidence, Motorcraft spark plugs are available for a broad range of applications, including domestic and import cars and trucks of all makes and sizes.

Product Features:
  • Motorcraft spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption and optimize emissions.
  • Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty
  • Exact fit for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles
  • Resistant to oxidation and arc erosion.
  • Multi-rib insulator protects against misfire.
  • Service intervals of up to 100,000 miles.
  • Motorcraft Spark Plugs are designed with high quality materials to provide reliable performance for almost any application.
  • Motorcraft Spark Plugs are what was in the vehicle when it was manufactured
  • Motorcraft ignition components help prevent false check engine lights.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford 302; non-EFI; Steel (Part No.85833)

Distributor Gear; Ford 302; non-EFI; Steel

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$122.99
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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Accel – Custom Fit 300+ Race; Spark Plug Wire Set, 8.8mm (Part No.7054)

Custom Fit 300+ Race; Spark Plug Wire Set, 8.8mm

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$146.99
These ACCEL wire sets are custom tailored for race engines and their builders. The oversize 8.8 mm wire is rated for 600 degrees Fahrenheit and 60kV. Resists heat, chemicals and moisture. High density insulation eliminates arcing. Route over and under hea

Product Features:
  • 150 Ohms/ft. Of Resistance
  • 600° F Rated Silicone Jacket
  • Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
  • Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
  • Pre And Post HEI Vehicles
  • Ford/Lincoln/Mercury Windsor Block 1983-1996 V8
  • Fully Reactive Ferrite Material
  • 150 Ohms Resistance
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Black Super Conductor; Universal 8-cyl.; 90f Plug/90f Plug (Part No.31223)

Wire Set; Black Super Conductor; Universal 8-cyl.; 90f Plug/90f Plug

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$143.99
Routing spark plug wires is an art form. It takes patience and time to route your wires away from the headers, through separators and to the distributor cap. Some wire sets fit perfect, but a lot of people want to build their own so they can route them exactly how they see fit. Our Universal spark plug wire sets come with the spark plug terminal and boot installed with the other end open. Distributor cap boots and terminals are included so you can cut the wire to the desired length, then install the terminal with the supplied Mini-Stripper-Crimper. It’s a little more work, but in the end it will be worth it.

Product Features:
  • Extra Long 8.5mm Wires So You Can Cut To Your Designed Length
  • Distributor Cap – Boots and Terminals Included
  • Incl. Mini-Stripper-Crimper
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DENSO – Original Equipment Quality Direct Ignition Coil (Part No.673-6004)

Original Equipment Quality Direct Ignition Coil

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$75.99
As the innovator and leader in stick coil technology DENSO has conducted superior testing and inspection processes to insure the highest quality ignition coil. Don’t be fooled by imitations – look for the DENSO name to be sure you’re getting the best.

Product Features:
  • First Time Fit
  • Built to DENSO Original Equipment Standards
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Accel – Super Coil (Part No.140012)

Super Coil

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$85.99
These coils feature advanced bobbin technology, highly specialized silicone magnetic steel cores, along with optimized winding, resistance and turns ratios to delivery 10-15 percent more energy than the OEM coils. Specialized high temperature epoxy resists shock and vibration, while increasing thermal conductivity. These are direct plug replacements for OEM coils. They feature bodies and, or secondary towers molded in ACCEL yellow and feature brass secondary contacts (except direct fire coil on plug applications).

Product Features:
  • 10-15% More Energy
  • Direct Plug In Replacement Direct OE Fit
  • Advanced Bobbin Technology
  • Highly Specialized Silicone Magnetic Steel Cores
  • Standard Motor Products SMP Fd-478
  • MSD 5527
  • Resists Shock And Vibration
  • Resists Corrosion
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Black Super Conductor; 8-cyl. Multi-Angle; Universal (Part No.31193)

Wire Set; Black Super Conductor; 8-cyl. Multi-Angle; Universal

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$153.99
Set includes terminals for engines with early type (socket) and late type (HEI spark plug top) distributor caps. Multi-angle boots and terminals factory installed on one end.

Product Features:
  • Extra Long 8.5mm Wires So You Can Cut To Your Designed Length
  • Incl. both socket-style and spark plug-style boots and terminals
  • Includes Mini-Stripper-Crimper For Factory Style Crimps
  • Size Includes: [2]48/50/56 in./[3] 32 in. Wires/Boots/Terminals
  • Durable outer sleeve is a proprietary compound for resistance to high heat or abrasion
  • Stainless steel terminals feature dual crimp tabs to grip wire conductor and outer jacket separately
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Carquest Premium – Spark Plug Wire Set: 6 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit (Part No.35-6170)

Spark Plug Wire Set: 6 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit

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$48.99
Product Features:
  • SAEJ2031 Class E cable resist heat (428 Deg. F), cold (-104 Deg. F), electrical interference, abrasion and oil.
  • Stainless steel magnetic winding delivers maximum voltage to the spark plug for more powerful, and longer spark resulting in optimum engine performance while reducing the chance for misfire, and eliminating radio static.
  • 100% Pure silicone external insulation resists oil penetration, for lifetime protection against wire set failure.
  • EPDM inner insulation stops power-robbing voltage leaks.
  • With Magnetic-impregnated Kevlar internal conductors – durable and break resistant
  • Engineered to meet OEM tolerances using variable pitch wire winding, creating better resistance to electric magnetic interference (E.M.I resistance).
  • Excellent interference suppression and consistent performance
  • Easy lock terminals for more convenient installation.
  • Thick silicon outer jacket for excellent heat resistance. Insulating EPDM based compound inner jacket helps minimize voltage drop and enhance durability.
  • Broad coverage available for most vehicles on the road today
  • Include grease pack to ensure easy installation and removal
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Condenser (Part No.GAA1037)

Ignition Condenser

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$11.99
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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Driveworks – Distributor Condenser (Part No.14007)

Distributor Condenser

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$12.05
Driveworks® offers a line of aftermarket parts and accessories that are commercially acceptable and competitively priced, which provides professional technicians and DIYers with an affordable alternative for repairs.

Product Features:
  • Direct-fit OE replacement ensures ease of installation
  • Designed to meet OE performance
  • As the leader in commercially acceptable parts, we provide professional technicians with the quality parts they need
  • As the leader in commercially acceptable parts, we provide professional technicians with the quality parts they need
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Accel – Universal Fit Super Stock 8mm Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.4040K)

Universal Fit Super Stock 8mm Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set

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$61.99
These ACCEL wire sets are a true performance upgrade replacement for OE types. Efficient delivery of spark energy for a good price. Silicone boots with black wire contain zinc-plated steel terminals. Noise suppression core. Set contains 8 plug wires with coil lead.

Product Features:
  • 7mm And 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
  • 450° F Rated Silicone Jacket
  • Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
  • RFI Suppression For Street Driven Applications
  • Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
  • High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
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Accel – Spark Plug Wire Set, 8mm, Super Stock (Part No.4038)

Spark Plug Wire Set, 8mm, Super Stock

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$61.99
Performance upgrade for 7mm OE applications, silicone jacket with fiberglass braid EPDM insulation, tinned copper core, rated at 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Includes 8 blue extra-long wires, coil lead, silicone boots, zinc-plated steel terminals. Requires terminal and boot installation on distributor end.

Product Features:
  • 7mm And 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
  • 450° F Rated Silicone Jacket
  • Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
  • RFI Suppression For Street Driven Applications
  • Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
  • High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
  • Pre And Post HEI Vehicles
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Carquest – Distributor Breaker Plate (Part No.BP1)

Distributor Breaker Plate

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$24.05
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
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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 – Distributor Primary Lead Wire (Part No.DL63)

Distributor Primary Lead Wire

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$17.05
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
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Tune-Up Kit (Part No.CBA1835)

Ignition Tune-Up Kit

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$17.49
Ignition Tune-Up Kit

Cardone New – Distributor Electronic w/o Module – Domestic New (Part No.84-2831)

Distributor Electronic w/o Module - Domestic New

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$105.99
Distributor Electronic w/o Module – Domestic New

Carquest Premium – Distributor T2892A: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T2892A)

Distributor T2892A: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$105.99
Carquest Premium distributors are built to meet or exceed the original equipment (OE) specifications for each application. Our distributors are built by a manufacturer that meets IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. Each distributor is supplied with the cap, rotor and any seals needed for installation. Carquest Premium distributors are 100% new and undergo extensive validation testing to ensure long-lasting ignition performance and reliability.

Product Features:
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form and function
  • 100% new unit with no core charges
  • Precision machined shafts result in high speed accuracy and help prevent bearing failures
  • Every distributor is tested to ensure reliable and long-lasting performance
  • O-rings or gaskets included where applicable
  • Precision Engineered ignition modules and plugs ensure proper performance plus precise connection.
  • Precision machined and ground shafts assure high speed accuracy and prevent bearing failures.
  • Original Equipment Equivalent high voltage ignition coils.
  • 100% New Components and fasteners eliminate premature failures.
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DENSO – Spark Plug Wire Set: Carbon Core, 9 Wire Set (Part No.671-8102)

Spark Plug Wire Set: Carbon Core, 9 Wire Set

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$52.99
DENSO First Time Fit Ignition Wire Sets are identical in form fit color and performance to the factory-installed wire sets. Every part of each wire sets construction meets or exceeds OE/OES standards.

Product Features:
  • Each wire is pre-cut to exact length so the wire set is ready to install right out of the box
  • Identical OE end caps are designed to “click” into place for easy installation and a secure fit
  • Strong connections – through a patented process, the terminals are attached to provide an extremely strong connection, ensuring the cable and boot will not separate during removal and installation
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Carquest Premium – Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.35-8165)

Spark Plug Wire Set

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$41.99
CARQUEST Premium Spark Plug Wire Sets are engineered to restore ignition wire reliability and performance. They are designed to meet or exceed OE design requirements, performance, fit, form and function of the OE wire. Stainless steel magnetic winding del

Product Features:
  • SAEJ2031 Class E cable resist heat (428 Deg. F), cold (-104 Deg. F), electrical interference, abrasion and oil.
  • Stainless steel magnetic winding delivers maximum voltage to the spark plug for more powerful, and longer spark resulting in optimum engine performance while reducing the chance for misfire, and eliminating radio static.
  • 100% Pure silicone external insulation resists oil penetration, for lifetime protection against wire set failure.
  • EPDM inner insulation stops power-robbing voltage leaks.
  • With Magnetic-impregnated Kevlar internal conductors – durable and break resistant
  • Engineered to meet OEM tolerances using variable pitch wire winding, creating better resistance to electric magnetic interference (E.M.I resistance).
  • Excellent interference suppression and consistent performance
  • Easy lock terminals for more convenient installation.
  • Thick silicon outer jacket for excellent heat resistance. Insulating EPDM based compound inner jacket helps minimize voltage drop and enhance durability.
  • Broad coverage available for most vehicles on the road today
  • Include grease pack to ensure easy installation and removal
See More

Accel – Universal Fit Super Stock 8mm Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.4040B)

Universal Fit Super Stock 8mm Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set

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$61.99
These ACCEL wire sets are a true performance upgrade replacement for OE types. Efficient delivery of spark energy for a good price. Silicone boots with black wire contain zinc-plated steel terminals. Noise suppression core. Set contains 8 plug wires with coil lead.

Product Features:
  • Silicone Spark Plug Boots
  • 90 Degree Spark Plug Boot Angle
  • 450 Degree Wire Temperature Rating
  • Meets Or Exceeds OE Boot Temperature Rating
  • Meets or Exceeds OE Resistance
  • Cooper Core
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Conversion Kit (Part No.CBA1801)

Ignition Conversion Kit

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$432.99
Ignition Conversion Kit

Carquest Premium – Ignition Conversion Kit (Part No.CBA1705)

Ignition Conversion Kit

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$432.99
Ignition Conversion Kit

Carquest Premium – Ignition Conversion Kit (Part No.CBA1802)

Ignition Conversion Kit

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$432.99
Ignition Conversion Kit

1973 Ford Thunderbird Ignition and Tune-Up Products

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Out of 79 Ignition and Tune-Up Products for the 1973 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
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Top-rated Ignition and Tune-Up Products for your 1973 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration
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Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration
“Nice solid plugs…has worked great in my new rebuild..”
U-Groove Spark Plug, Header Plug, Pack of 8
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U-Groove Spark Plug, Header Plug, Pack of 8
“Perfect great plugs for my Build. Great service to THANK YOU!”