1981 Ford Fairmont Performance Distributors

that is used in our racing distributors. This pickup produces an extremely

Product Features:

• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
• Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
• Supplied with a cap with HEI style terminals and rotor
• Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
• Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
• Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
• Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
• Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
• Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
• Supplied springs and stop bushings to create a variety of timing curves
• Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance is mounted on top of the shaft
• No CARB Exemption Order Number

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-made parts 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:

• HEI Distributor Street/Strip Model
• Premium High-Dielectric, Alkyd Material Red Cap with Brass Terminals
• PROFORM Logo
• Cast Aluminum Shaft with Natural Finish and Steel Gear
• Wider Spark Plug Gap for Faster Fuel Ignition.
• Fits Ford 289-302 V8 Engines
• Delivers 50,000-Volt Spark Up To 7,500 RPM
• 100% New Components, Not Remanufactured or Rebuilt.
• Low Saturation Module and Anti-Static Capacitor Included.
• Adjustable Vacuum Advance & 22 Degree Mechanical Advance
• Sold Individually
• PROFORM Parts Branded Product

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. MSD premium distributors come complete with a race rotor and alkyd cap.

Product Features:

• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
• Supplied with Cap-A-Dapt and rotor (accepts MSD socket style caps)
• Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
• Mechanical advance assembly 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 and QPQ coated for friction reduction
• Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
• Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
• Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
• No CARB Exemption Order Number

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.

Product Features:

• Billet housing is 5/8″ smaller in diameter than stock Ford distributors
• CARB E.O. Approved
• Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with 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 create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
• Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
• Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
• Mechanical advance assembly 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
• Supplied with small diameter cap with HEI style terminals and race rotor (will accept 8441 Cap-A-Dapt)
• Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control

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 with Cap-A-Dapt and rotor (accepts MSD socket style caps)
• Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
• Mechanical advance assembly 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 and QPQ coated for friction reduction
• Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
• Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
• Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
• No CARB Exemption Order Number

A legend returns – the tried and true Mallory Unilite Distributor line is back! The easy three wire hookup of the Unilite makes running a stock coil, a Mallory performance coil and even a Mallory HyFire CD ignition a snap. Supplied with a quality cap and rotor, the Mallory Unilite also provides a fully adjustable mechanical advance to dial in the perfect timing curve for a multitude of engine combinations. The Unilite features a compact housing that lends itself well to applications where space is a premium due to tight firewall clearance or blower applications.

Product Features:

• Electronic ignition with a one-piece self-contained optical pickup and module
• Quick and simple 3 wire hookup
• Includes cap and rotor with brass terminals
• Can be used standalone with high performance coils such as the Mallory Promaster Series or add on more power with HYFIRE CD ignition controls
• Compact design for tight clearance applications such as blowers and tight firewall clearance
• Fully adjustable mechanical advance
• Classic Mallory look and styling
• Strong .500″, QPQ coated distributor shaft guided by a ball bearing for long life and great performance

For optimum voltage carrying capabilities the rotor tips are made from low resistance brass for maximum voltage transfer.

Product Features:

• Resist Carbon Tracking
• Low Resistance Brass
• Max voltage transfer
• Molded from insulated material

All the quality and performance you’ve come to expect from MSD is now available in black. Our customers have requested black parts for their builds so we’ve answered with the addition of several black distributor caps and cap and rotor kits. The black parts are built to the exact specifications of the traditional MSD red components. If you’re looking to change up the look under the hood of your street machine, off-road rig or race car; check out the complete line of MSD black components.

Product Features:

• Injection Molded From DuPont Rynite Material
• Extreme strength; high dielectric properties
• Designed with performance in mind
• High quality; voltage insulating material
• Brass terminals
• Black in color

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:

• Injection molded housing from DuPont material
• Extreme strength; high dielectric properties
• Designed w/Performance In Mind
• High quality; voltage insulating material
• Stainless Steel Rotor Tip Design
• Resist carbon tracking
• Max voltage transfer
• Stainless Terminals

Product Features:

• Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
• With Brass Inserts

Product Features:

• Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
• With Brass Inserts

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
• High dielectric properties