1976 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

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.

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:

• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
• No CARB Exemption Order Number
• Supplied w/Cap-A-Dapt and rotor (accepts MSD socket style caps)
• Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
• Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
• Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
• Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
• Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
• QPQ coated for friction reduction
• QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
• Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
• Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range

MSD’s Ready-to-Run Ford distributors are the perfect upgrade for bulky Duraspark systems or ancient breaker point models. All you need to do is drop it in the engine, connect three wires and fire the engine. Each distributor features an ignition module that produces a powerful inductive spark to improve combustion of the fuel mixture resulting in quick starts, smooth idle and increased performance. The billet aluminum housings of these distributors are 5/8 In. smaller in diameter to accommodate induction setups and tight engine compartments. A maintenance-free magnetic pick-up is responsible for triggering the high voltage sparks while a sealed ball bearing guides an oversized shaft. Beneath the bolt down cap and MSD race rotor you’ll find MSD’s accurate mechanical advance assembly. Different advance springs and stop bushings are supplied so you can easily tune a curve to match your needs. Plus, there is a vacuum advance canister to increase economy on long drives.

Product Features:

• Simple And Clean Installation w/Only Three Wires To Connect
• Built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
• Easy-to-adjust mech. advance w/supplied springs and stop bushings
• Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
• Housing Is 5/8 in. Smaller In Diameter Than Stock Ford Distr.
• Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
• Polished steel shaft is guided by a sealed ball bearing

The industry standard with adjustable mechanical advance curve. Triggered by photo-optic infrared LED system. Improved combustion efficiency and economy, increased spark plug life and cold weather starting, and maintenance free operation.

Product Features:

• Improved Combustion And Economy
• Increased Spark Plug Life
• Improved Cold Weather Starting
• Maintenance Free Operation
• Accurate Spark Timing
• Self-Lubricating Bushings
• Years Of Trouble-Free Service

MSD engineers fit all of their high performance distributor experience into a special compact housing designed to be less obtrusive for Ford engines. The diameter of the special cap and housing are 5/8 In. smaller than stock Ford distributors providing extra room in front of the engine. The new MSD cap features spark plug style terminals and is firmly screwed down to the housing. The distributor relies on MSD’s race proven magnetic pickup and precision reluctor to deliver accurate trigger signals to the MSD Ignition throughout high RPM. The reluctor assembly is turned by a hardened steel shaft which rides in a sealed ball bearing for high RPM stability and endurance. Mounted to the top of this shaft is a fully adjustable mechanical advance assembly. The rate at which the chromoly assembly advances the timing is easily controlled by changing the supplied advance springs and stop bushing for total advance. Note: must be used with an MSD 6, 7 or 8-series ignition.

Product Features:

• Billet housing 5/8 in. smaller dia. than stock Ford distributors
• Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
• Supplied w/small dia. cap w/HEI style terminals; race and rotor
• Will accept PN[8441] Cap-A-Dapt
• Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
• Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
• Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
• Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
• QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
• Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
• Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base

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Distributor

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.