1979 Ford E-100 Econoline Performance Distributors

Essential 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline Performance Distributors

MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford 289/302; Vacuum Advance (Part No.8479)

Distributor; Ford 289/302; Vacuum Advance

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$494.99
The street pro-billet distributors are the perfect choice for powerful engines that see plenty of street time. The street models share the same features as the small diameter models shown above, plus feature a vacuum advance. This canister provides improved economy and an accurate mechanical advance lets you dial-in an advance curve to match your driving needs. A magnetic pick-up produces accurate trigger signals that remain stable throughout the entire rpm range of your engine and is completely maintenance-free.

Product Features:
  • Billet housing 5/8 in. smaller dia. than stock Ford distributors
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • 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
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
  • QPQ coated for friction reduction
  • Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
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Proform – Ford HEI Distributor, Red Cap, For Ford 289-302 V8 Engines (Part No.66969R)

Ford HEI Distributor, Red Cap, For Ford 289-302 V8 Engines

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$228.99
Fits Ford 289 – 302 (5.0). Utilizing the durable and dependable High Energy Ignition (HEI) system pioneered by GM, these distributors avoid the unsightly wiring of stock Ford electronic ignition systems by installing this one-piece distributor with an internally positioned coil and module. Easy to install: just connect one 12-volt hot wire to the distributor (has optional tach hook-up). These units offer calibrated advance curves that are optimized for maximum combustion efficiency and for the elimination of detonation damage and throttle ping. Assembled from precision-madeparts for advance curve smoothness. Offers longer term durability and a higher voltage spark that permits a bigger spark plug gap, resulting in more power and reduced plug fouling. Each unit includes a high-power coil, a premium hi-dielectric cap with brass terminals, and a low-saturation ignition module. By eliminating the stock-Ford ballast resistor, more ignition voltage results in improved spark. Incorporates easily found High Energy Ignition (HEI) replacement parts. Assembled with upper and lower bushings (stock Ford distributors have only a single bushing). Technical Note: Gear not compatible with roller cams. If using roller cams, please contact the cam manufacturer for proper gear selection.

Product Features:
  • Street/Strip Version
  • Built-In Coil with Magnetic Trigger
  • Features Red Cap
  • Fits Ford 289-302 5.0 Engines
  • Comes with An Iron Gear and with Not Work with Factory Roller Cams
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford 351W; Ready-to-Run (Part No.8354)

Distributor; Ford 351W; Ready-to-Run

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$569.99
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:
  • Now includes built-in Rev Limiter
  • Built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
  • 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
  • Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
  • Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford 351C-460; Vacuum Advance (Part No.8477)

Distributor; Ford 351C-460; Vacuum Advance

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$570.99
The street Pro-Billet distributors are the perfect choice for powerful engines that see plenty of street time. The street models share the same features as the small diameter models shown above, plus feature a vacuum advance. This canister provides improved economy and an accurate mechanical advance lets you dial-in an advance curve to match your driving needs. A magnetic pick-up produces accurate trigger signals that remain stable throughout the entire RPM range of your engine and is completely maintenance-free.

Product Features:
  • Billet housing 5/8 in. smaller dia. than stock Ford distributors
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • 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
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford 351W; Vacuum Advance (Part No.8478)

Distributor; Ford 351W; Vacuum Advance

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$653.99
The street pro-billet distributors are the perfect choice for powerful engines that see plenty of street time. The street models share the same features as the small diameter models shown above, plus feature a vacuum advance. This canister provides improved economy and an accurate mechanical advance lets you dial-in an advance curve to match your driving needs. A magnetic pick-up produces accurate trigger signals that remain stable throughout the entire rpm range of your engine and is completely maintenance-free.

Product Features:
  • Billet housing 5/8 in. smaller dia. than stock Ford distributors
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • 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
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
  • QPQ coated for friction reduction
  • Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford 351W; Ready-to-Run; with Steel Gear (Part No.83541)

Distributor; Ford 351W; Ready-to-Run; with Steel Gear

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$691.99
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:
  • Equipped w/Steel Gear
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • Does not require 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
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford 289/302 Hydraulic Roller Cams; Steel Gear (Part No.8598)

Distributor; Ford 289/302 Hydraulic Roller Cams; Steel Gear

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$420.99
For Ford enthusiasts that are serious about performance! Just under the brass terminals of the MSD cap and rotor is an easy-to-adjust mechanical advance assembly. The assembly is fine blanked from chromoly steel, rig-welded for strength plus receives a QPQ coating. The precision weights glide on nylon bushings for smooth advancement and different springs and stop bushings are supplied so a variety of advance curves can be tuned. The steel shaft that spins the advance and reluctor receives a friction reducing coating plus is guided by a sealed ball bearing and long sintered bushing. This combination provides stable timing signals and spark delivery at any RPM. Triggering chores are handled by MSD’s race proven, maintenance-free magnetic pick-up.

Product Features:
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and DuPont Rynite base
  • 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
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MSD Ignition – Rotor Assembly; Chevy V8 Cap-A-Dapt (Part No.8421)

Rotor Assembly; Chevy V8 Cap-A-Dapt

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$60.99
MSD Ignition is a company built on Customer Satisfaction and Service. That is why all of MSD products go through regimented test procedures before they are ever packaged and shipped. MSD stands behind its products for one full year after purchase

Product Features:
  • Rotor phasing can be adjusted.
  • Ideal When Atomic TBI Is Controlling The Timing
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PerTronix – D660701 Rotor Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor (Part No.D660701)

D660701 Rotor Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor

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$18.99
Rotor for Flame-Thrower cast distributors. Premium rotor with brass contact

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D660701 Rotor Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor
  • Rotor for Flame-Thrower cast distributors
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PerTronix – D4260 Flame-Thrower Distributor Rotor HEI/EST Black (Part No.D4260)

D4260 Flame-Thrower Distributor Rotor HEI/EST Black

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$10.99
Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound for superior protection from “arc-thru” and cross-fire. Our cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws. Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil which provi

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D4260 Flame-Thrower Distributor Rotor HEI/EST Black
  • Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford; 302; Bronze (Part No.8583)

Distributor Gear; Ford; 302; 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:
  • 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
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
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Mallory – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.29420)

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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PerTronix – D4061 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Red (Part No.D4061)

D4061 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Red

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$15.99
Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound for superior protection from “arc-thru” and cross-fire. Our cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws. Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil which provi

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D4061 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Red
  • Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
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PerTronix – D4062 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Blue (Part No.D4062)

D4062 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Blue

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$15.99
Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound for superior protection from “arc-thru” and cross-fire. Our cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws. Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil which provi

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D4062 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Blue
  • Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp (Part No.2502)

Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp

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$13.29
Competition design uses a stud, washer & nut to secure the clamp rather than a bolt. The clamp itself is also chromed. Fits 1962-2001 Small Block Ford V8s, including both Windsor and Cleveland as well as Ford 385 series 429/460 big blocks including Boss models.

Product Features:
  • Eliminates bolt in favor of stud mount design
  • Chrome plated
  • Ideal For Ignition Distributor
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Competition Cams – .530" I.D. Composite Distributor Gear for Ford 302-351W (Part No.35100)

.530" I.D. Composite Distributor Gear for Ford 302-351W

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$143.99
COMP Cams Composite Distributor Gears have undergone stringent testing in various applications with positive results. These super tough gears show great promise in solving the wear issues associated with bronze gears in racing applications. They are available in several shaft diameters for popular street and race applications.

Product Features:
  • Fits .530″ Shaft Diameter, Small Block Ford
  • Manufactured from a super-strong composite material
  • 300% increased durability over bronze distributor gears when used with steel camshafts
  • Tested and available in several shaft diameters for popular street and race applications
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PerTronix – D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor (Part No.D700700)

D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor

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$20.99
Performance mechanical advance springs.

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor
  • Performance mechanical advance springs.
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8220)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$64.99


Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Cap/Rotor Kit; Ford Duraspark (Part No.8450)

Distributor Cap/Rotor Kit; Ford Duraspark

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$56.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Designed w/Performance In Mind
  • High Quality Material
  • Stainless Terminals
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1979 Ford E-100 Econoline Performance Distributors

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 21 different Performance Distributors in our inventory ranging from $10.99 to $691.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline running smoothly.

Performance 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 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline. Proform, MSD Ignition, 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 Performance Distributors for your 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Distributors to keep your 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline 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!

Performance Distributors Brands To Make Your 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Distributors make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your E-100 Econoline the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Distributors brands and parts.

Popular Proform Performance Distributors

We carry Proform parts in our stock across Performance Distributors categories, plus more. For a 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline, our most popular Proform Performance Distributors include:
Ford HEI Distributor, Red Cap, For Ford 289-302 V8 Engines
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Ford HEI Distributor, Red Cap, For Ford 289-302 V8 Engines
Performance Distributors

Top 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline Performance Distributors from MSD Ignition

MSD Ignition products are another trusted brand when it comes to Performance Distributors for your 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline. Popular MSD Ignition parts include:
Distributor; Ford 351W; Ready-to-Run
from $569.99
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Distributor; Ford 351W; Ready-to-Run
Performance Distributors
Distributor Gear; Ford; 302; Bronze
from $83.39
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Distributor Gear; Ford; 302; Bronze
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FAQs for 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline Performance Distributors

What are the most purchased Performance Distributors for the 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline?

Out of 21 Performance Distributors for the 1979 Ford E-100 Econoline, the most popular in our inventory are:
D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor
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D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor
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Distributor Cap/Rotor Kit; Ford Duraspark
from $56.99
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Distributor Cap/Rotor Kit; Ford Duraspark
Performance Distributor Cap and Rotor Kits
Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp
from $13.29
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Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp
Performance Distributor Components