1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors
Keep Your 1978 Lincoln Continental in Top Shape with Quality Performance Distributors
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Distributor, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1978 Lincoln Continental looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Distributor Rotors, Performance Distributor Caps, and Performance Distributors. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Top-Rated Performance Distributors from Trusted Brands
Looking for a reliable Performance Distributor? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like MSD Ignition. For example, MSD Ignition Performance Distributors start at just $61.39 with an average 4.3 star rating. With over 2 reviews and a solid 5.0 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Lincoln Continental owners approve.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributor at Advance Auto Parts is around $130.97, with a range that starts at $18.19 and goes up to $899.99. With 7 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like MSD Ignition Cap-A-Dapt Kit, Ford V8, 8414, MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, Black, 84083, and MSD Ignition Rotor – Ford V8 Cap-A-Dapt, 8407 start at just $18.19 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Distributor, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Fuel Systems and Performance Ignition Products. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1978 Lincoln Continental in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors
Looking for the perfect Performance Distributor for your 1978 Lincoln Continental? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Distributors that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Distributors, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Lincoln Continental. Whether you’re driving a 1978 model or another popular model year like
1986,
1987,
1988,
1989,
1990,
1991,
1992,
1993, and
1994, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Distributors from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Distributors that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors
MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Rotor – Ford V8 Cap-A-Dapt, 8407 (Part No.8407)
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$18.19
For optimum voltage carrying capabilities the rotor tips are made from low resistance brass for maximum voltage transfer.
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Top Street Performance – Top Street Performance Ford Small Block 351W V8 HEI Distributor with Red Cap, JM6510R (Part No.JM6510R)
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$91.99
TSP HEI Distributor has everything you need, all under one cap. With a high-quality aluminum housing and hardened steel dual bushing construction, it is built to last. It features fully adjustable mechanical and vacuum advances, meaning precision is a breeze. It has a high-output module, high-spark 65,000 volt coil, solid brass terminals, and an easy one-wire hookup.
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Top Street Performance – Top Street Performance Ford Small Block V8 (221-302) HEI Distributor with Black Cap, JM6502BK (Part No.JM6502BK)
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$108.99
TSP HEI Distributor has everything you need, all under one cap. With a high-quality aluminum housing and hardened steel dual bushing construction, it is built to last. It features fully adjustable mechanical and vacuum advances, meaning precision is a breeze. It has a high-output module, high-spark 65,000 volt coil, solid brass terminals, and an easy one-wire hookup.
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Mallory – Mallory Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37, 3755401 (Part No.3755401)
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$614.99
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.
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MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor, Ford 351W, Ready-To-Run, With Steel Gear, 83541 (Part No.83541)
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$779.99
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. For protection, there is also an easy-to-set rev limiter.
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MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor, Ford 351W, Crank Trigger, 8378 (Part No.8378)
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$560.99
Blue oval racers will be happy to see these Crank Trigger Distributors. The housing of these three distributors are standard-height Ford Distributors so they will work with cast intake manifolds.
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MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor, Ford 351C-460, Ready-to-Run, with Steel Gear, 83501 (Part No.83501)
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$899.99
MSD’s Ready-to-Run Ford Distributors are the perfect upgrade for bulky DuraSpark systems or ancient breaker point models. These distributors come complete and ready-to-run. 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.
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Top Street Performance – Top Street Performance Ford Small Block V8 (221-302) HEI Distributor with Red Cap, JM6502R (Part No.JM6502R)
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$86.99
TSP HEI Distributor has everything you need, all under one cap. With a high-quality aluminum housing and hardened steel dual bushing construction, it is built to last. It features fully adjustable mechanical and vacuum advances, meaning precision is a breeze. It has a high-output module, high-spark 65,000 volt coil, solid brass terminals, and an easy one-wire hookup.
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Top Street Performance – Top Street Performance Ford Small Block V8 (221-302) Pro Series Ready to Run Distributor with Black Cap, JM7702BK (Part No.JM7702BK)
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$206.99
TSP Pro Series Ready to Run Distributor is perfect for a street performance upgrade. It features a CNC-machined billet aluminum body and hardened steel shaft, with a sealed ball bearing on top and a sintered steel bushing on the bottom. It also comes with a fully adjustable mechanical advance, vacuum advance, magnetic pickup trigger, and a high-output circuit board module with digital tach output. The dielectric cap comes with solid brass terminals and a color-matched wire retainer.
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MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor, Ford 351W, Vacuum Advance, 8478 (Part No.8478)
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$749.99
“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″” 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.”
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MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, Black, 84083 (Part No.84083)
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$71.09
MSD molds our most popular V8 distributor caps in-house. These caps are injection molded from DuPont Rynite material and feature spark plug-style terminals. These terminals offer improved locking connections and the Rynite material is extremely strong with excellent dielectric properties. Plus, most caps have an optional wire retainer that is supplied with these caps to lock the wires in place.
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Accel – Accel Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, 8230 (Part No.8230)
MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, Ford V8 Tfi, 1985-1995, 8482 (Part No.8482)
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$61.39
The cap and rotor of any ignition system must be considered maintenance items. To make things easy, we now offer these Cap and Rotor Replacement Kits.
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Accel – Accel Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, 8223 (Part No.8223)
Accel – Accel Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, 8222 (Part No.8222)
Accel – Accel Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, 8224 (Part No.8224)
MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, 8408 (Part No.8408)
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$61.39
MSD molds our most popular V8 distributor caps in-house. These caps are injection molded from DuPont Rynite material and feature spark plug-style terminals. These terminals offer improved locking connections and the Rynite material is extremely strong with excellent dielectric properties. Includes wire retainer as well.
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MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Cap-A-Dapt Kit, Ford V8, 8414 (Part No.8414)
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$92.79
The cap and rotor of any ignition system must be considered maintenance items. Just as you change the oil and filter of your car, you should always replace the cap and rotor as a set. To make things easy, we now offer these Cap and Rotor Replacement Kits.
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Popular 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors Categories
Most Popular Performance Distributor Rotor for 1978 Lincoln Continentals
Enhance your 1978 Lincoln Continental with this popular Performance Distributor Rotor we have in stock, for $18.19.
MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Rotor – Ford V8 Cap-A-Dapt, 8407 (Part No.8407)
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$18.19
For optimum voltage carrying capabilities the rotor tips are made from low resistance brass for maximum voltage transfer.
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Best-Selling 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributor Cap
Upgrade your Continental with our best-selling Performance Distributor Cap.
MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, Black, 84083 (Part No.84083)
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$71.09
MSD molds our most popular V8 distributor caps in-house. These caps are injection molded from DuPont Rynite material and feature spark plug-style terminals. These terminals offer improved locking connections and the Rynite material is extremely strong with excellent dielectric properties. Plus, most caps have an optional wire retainer that is supplied with these caps to lock the wires in place.
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Top-Quality Performance Distributors for 1978 Lincoln Continentals
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Distributor for Lincoln Continentals and enjoy top-notch performance from $899.99.
MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor, Ford 351C-460, Ready-to-Run, with Steel Gear, 83501 (Part No.83501)
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$899.99
MSD’s Ready-to-Run Ford Distributors are the perfect upgrade for bulky DuraSpark systems or ancient breaker point models. These distributors come complete and ready-to-run. 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.
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Top Picks for 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributor Cap and Rotor Kits
Invest in one of our 4 durable Performance Distributor Cap and Rotor Kits for your 1978 Lincoln, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, 8408 (Part No.8408)
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$61.39
MSD molds our most popular V8 distributor caps in-house. These caps are injection molded from DuPont Rynite material and feature spark plug-style terminals. These terminals offer improved locking connections and the Rynite material is extremely strong with excellent dielectric properties. Includes wire retainer as well.
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MSD Ignition – MSD Ignition Cap-A-Dapt Kit, Ford V8, 8414 (Part No.8414)
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$92.79
The cap and rotor of any ignition system must be considered maintenance items. Just as you change the oil and filter of your car, you should always replace the cap and rotor as a set. To make things easy, we now offer these Cap and Rotor Replacement Kits.
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Accel – Accel Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, 8223 (Part No.8223)
Accel – Accel Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, 8224 (Part No.8224)
Top-Rated Performance Distributor Brands For Your 1978 Lincoln Continental
When it comes to finding the perfect Performance Distributor for your 1978 Lincoln Continental, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 2 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Performance Distributor brands including MSD Ignition, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.3 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $61.39. Purchasing a Performance Distributor from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1978 Lincoln Continental, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.
Popular MSD Ignition 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors
If you’re looking for a top-quality Performance Distributor for your 1978 Lincoln Continental, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of MSD Ignition Performance Distributors. We have 1 MSD Ignition Performance Distributors in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $61.39, you’ll find the perfect Performance Distributor for your needs and budget. MSD Ignition Performance Distributors for the 1978 Lincoln Continental come highly rated, with over 1 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.3 stars. Choosing a MSD Ignition Performance Distributor from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
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MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, 8408
“works great added performance when used with the MSD boot lock down great idea”
FAQs for 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors
What are the best-selling Performance Distributors for 1978 Lincoln Continentals?
Out of 7 Performance Distributors that fit 1978 Lincoln Continentals, the following parts are the top sellers:
- MSD Ignition Cap-A-Dapt Kit, Ford V8, 8414 (22360019) – $92.79
- MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, Black, 84083 (10211504) – $71.09
- MSD Ignition Rotor – Ford V8 Cap-A-Dapt, 8407 (22360209) – $18.19
What’s the price range for 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors?
The prices of Performance Distributors for the 1978 Lincoln Continental range from $18.19 up to $899.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Distributor for a 1978 Lincoln Continental?
The average price for Performance Distributors for the 1978 Lincoln Continental is $130.97. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Distributor category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Distributors for other Lincoln Continental model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Distributors for my 1978 Lincoln Continental?
The cheapest 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors we carry are:
- MSD Ignition Rotor – Ford V8 Cap-A-Dapt, 8407 (22360209) – $18.19
- Accel Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, 8224 (6900291) – $24.88
- Accel Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit, 8223 (22903848) – $28.88
- MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, 8408 (17350189) – $61.39
- MSD Ignition Distributor Cap, Ford HEI, Black, 84083 (10211504) – $71.09
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Distributors for any other 1978 Lincoln models?
Yes. We stock Performance Distributors for 1 other popular 1978 Lincoln models. Some of the most popular are 1978 Mark V Performance Distributors and 1978 Versailles Performance Distributors.
What are the top-rated Performance Distributors that fit the 1978 Lincoln Continental?
The one 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributor we have in stock is the MSD Ignition Rotor – Ford V8 Cap-A-Dapt, 8407. It costs $18.19.
What types of Performance Distributors do you sell for my 1978 Lincoln Continental?
As of 8/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Distributors for a 1978 Lincoln Continental:
Can I get help with 1978 Lincoln Continental Performance Distributor orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Lincoln Performance Distributors and more.
What is your return policy for Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Lincoln Continental Performance Distributors and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.