1982 Ford LTD Distributors

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. These distributors have a low-profile cap assembly to clear busy intake set-ups and are topped with MSD’s new Rynite-molded ford-style cap and wire retainer. The low design is accomplished because the only thing under the cap is a rotor! These distributors don’t have an advance assembly or pick-up so they must be used with a crank trigger. Since these distributors are designed for racing applications, a ball bearing is pressed into the housing to guide the polished steel shaft. Each distributor is supplied with a bronze gear.

Product Features:

• Standard height housings designed to work w/cast intake manifolds
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and DuPont Rynite base
• Polished Steel Shaft w/QPQ Coating For Friction Reduction
• QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
• Must Be Used w/An MSD Crank Trigger And MSD Ignition Control
• Supplied w/Large Diameter HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
• Supplied w/Bronze Gear
• No CARB exemption order number

The MSD low-profile Ford crank trigger distributor is designed specifically for dual CARB sheet metal intakes and must be used with an MSD flying magnet crank trigger system. The low profile distributor uses a large diameter distributor cap which allows it to carry the high voltage outputs of an MSD race ignition. For high-rpm stability, the low profile distributor’s housing is CNC machined from a solid billet of 6061-T6 aluminum. Inside this precision housing, a heat-treated 9/16 In. diameter distributor shaft is guided by an upper sealed ball bearing for high RPM endurance and stability.

Product Features:

• Designed to fit low in the block for racing applications
• For use w/sheet metal intake manifold combinations
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
• Polished Steel Shaft w/QPQ Coating For Friction Reduction
• QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
• Must Be Used w/An MSD Crank Trigger And MSD Ignition Control
• Supplied w/Large Diameter HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
• Supplied w/Bronze Gear

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.

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.

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.

Distributors

The e-curve distributor will drop right in your Ford 289/302 and fire up its performance. The e-curve distributor features a digital control module that manages the timing curve replacing the centrifugal advance springs and weights. This module lets you select from nearly 100 different advance curves, including a vacuum advance by turning two rotary dials. You can also set an rpm limit that will protect your engine from overrev damage caused by a missed shift or driveline failure. These distributors are also fit with a high-output ignition module so there is no need to run an external ignition box. This combination makes these distributors ideal for restored muscle cars and street rods to keep a stock or clean appearance under the hood. The e-curve distributor is topped with MSD’s rynite molded cap and rotor and is supplied with a heavy-duty gear and a matching 3-pin weathertight wiring harness.

Product Features:

• Digitally controlled; stand-alone distributor.
• Adjustable Electronic Advance w/Vacuum Advance
• Select up to 100 different curves through two rotary dials
• High output ignition module for a powerful spark
• Set a rev limit to protect your engine from overrev damage

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:

• Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
• Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
• Supplied w/small dia. cap w/HEI style terminals; race and rotor
• Will accept PN[8441] Cap-A-Dapt
• Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
• CARB E.O. Approved
• Now includes built-in Rev Limiter
• Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
• Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
• QPQ coated for friction reduction
• Equipped w/Steel Gear
• Simple And Clean Installation w/Only Three Wires To Connect

MSD’s Ready-to-Run marine distributors are the perfect upgrade for boats that are relying on worn-out breaker points or weak ignition systems. These new distributors feature a powerful ignition module built into the billet aluminum housing. This module produces a stout inductive spark that will improve combustion of the fuel mixture for better drivability. Beneath the durable bolt-down, injection-molded cap, a maintenance-free magnetic pick-up produces accurate trigger signals while an oversized shaft is guided by a sealed ball bearing. An easy-to-adjust mechanical advance allows you to custom tailor a timing curve to match your application. The Ready-to-Run distributors are a breeze to install. Simply drop it in the engine and connect three wires and you’re Ready-to-Run across the lake! Supplied with a cap, rotor, gear and Weathertight wiring harness.

Product Features:

• Only three wires to connect for a simple installation
• High output module produces quick starts/smooth idle/performance
• Accurate/maintenance-free magnetic pick-up never needs adjustment
• Easy-to-adjust mech. advance w/supplied springs and stop bushings
• No MSD Ignition control required
• Equipped with flame arrestor holes machined into their billet aluminum housings
• All units equipped with weather tight wiring harness

Distributors

Distributors

Distributors

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

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

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

For demanding Ford racing applications, MSD’s Pro-Billet dual pick-up DIS are the answer. Each distributor features a billet housing that is machined from 6061-T6 aluminum using computer controlled CNC machining technology. Additional features include a fully adjustable mechanical advance consisting of a hardened advance cam, chromoly weights and weight pins that are Tig-welded to the advance plate. The advance assembly can also be locked-out with no welding. Two high output magnetic trigger pick-ups are bolted to the billet base of the distributor so you can have a secondary ignition trigger source for a backup ignition and coil.

Product Features:

• Dual magnetic pickups are 180 deg. apart
• Provides a Redundant Ignition System for Racing Applications
• Must Be Used w/An MSD 6/7/8/10 Series Ignition
• Supplied w/Cap-A-Dapt Distributor Cap And Rotor
• Steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base

Product Features:

• Plug and Play with Holley EFI and Sniper EFI with adapter harness part number 558-493
• Includes both crank and cam sensors to support sequential EFI operation
• Hall Effect sensor design provides precise timing control and noise immunity
• Black anodized CNC machined billet aluminum housing provides superior strength and great looks
• Integrated LEDs allow for easy setup
• Available for popular applications
• Comes with hardened steel distributor gear
• Precision machined shutter wheel designed for improved accuracy at extreme engine RPM
• Shutter wheel is pinned and welded to distributor shaft for superior reliability
• Blank cap available for Coil-On-Plug applications

When you start making serious power with your EFI Ford, the stock distributor shaft is one of the weak links of the engine. These Pro-Billet models answer the need for an affordable replacement in a strong and great looking package. Each distributor starts as a solid billet that is secured into a state of the art computer numerical control (CNC) machine where it is transformed into a precision housing. Inside each housing there is a sealed ball bearing at the top of the shaft. This design is responsible for accurately guiding the oversized polished steel shaft throughout the entire RPM range of your engine. The shaft is also QPQ-coated for friction reduction and corrosion resistance. The Pro-Billet distributors use a stock-style trigger pick-up to accept factory connectors. For installation, you simply remove the stock distributor and bolt the Pro-Billet MSD in place!

Product Features:

• Drop in billet replacement for late model Ford TFI 5.8L dist.
• Supplied w/steel gear to work w/factory roller camshafts
• Factory style ignition module connector accepts factory wiring
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
• QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
• Supplied w/Late Model Distributor Cap And Rotor
• Legal to install in all 50 states

Distributors

Distributors

Distributors

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 inch 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 pick-up 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.

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

Edelbrock part No. 22758 Max-Fire distributor for Ford 351W V-8 engines is ready to run right out-of-the-box and are the perfect upgrade for your ignition system. They’re ideal for replacing or upgrading from a points triggered distributor. They feature precision machining for a perfect fit along with a simple three wire hook up for an easy installation with no need to run an external ignition control box. The centerless ground shaft utilizes an upper sealed roller bearing with an extra long lower bronze Oil-Lite bushing for smooth operation. The high output magnetic pickup and large paddle wheel reluctor deliver a strong trigger signal at high RPM for maximum performance. All of these features allow Max-Fire distributors to provide unrivaled voltage to the coil, ensuring that you’re getting maximum performance from your engine. We recommend a new Max-Fire coil for maximum voltage output, ensuring you get the most from your high performance engine at higher RPM’s. Each distributor includes a cap, rotor, retainer and mechanical advance curve kit.

Product Features:

• CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum with O-ring grooves for use in a fully machined engine block
• Cap and rotor are molded in high quality 30% glass filled polyester for durability and carbon tracking resistance
• Features brass contacts and a stainless steel rotor spring for maximum conductivity
• Hardened iron drive gear ensures long service life
• Fully adjustable mechanical and vacuum advance for increased mileage potential.

Distributor

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. These distributors have a low-profile cap assembly to clear busy intake set-ups and are topped with MSDs new Rynite-molded Ford-style cap and wire retainer. The low design is accomplished because the only thing under the cap is a rotor! These distributors dont have an advance assembly or pick-up so they must be used with a Crank Trigger. Since these distributors are designed for racing applications, a ball bearing is pressed into the housing to guide the polished steel shaft. Each distributor is supplied with a bronze gear.

Product Features:

• Must Be Used w/MSD Crank Trigger/MSD Ignition Control
• Shaft Is Guided By Sealed Ball Bearing
• For Long Life and High RPM Stability
• Polished Steel Shaft w/QPQ Coating For Friction Reduction
• Supplied w/Bronze Gear For Race Cam Applications
• Large Diameter Cap To Prevent Spark Scatter

Distributor

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. These distributors have a low-profile cap assembly to clear busy intake set-ups and are topped with MSDs new Rynite-molded Ford-style cap and wire retainer. The low design is accomplished because the only thing under the cap is a rotor! These distributors dont have an advance assembly or pick-up so they must be used with a Crank Trigger. Since these distributors are designed for racing applications, a ball bearing is pressed into the housing to guide the polished steel shaft. Each distributor is supplied with a bronze gear.

Product Features:

• Must Be Used w/MSD Crank Trigger/MSD Ignition Control
• Shaft Is Guided By Sealed Ball Bearing
• For Long Life and High RPM Stability
• Polished Steel Shaft w/QPQ Coating For Friction Reduction
• Supplied w/Bronze Gear For Race Cam Applications
• Large Diameter Cap To Prevent Spark Scatter

Edelbrock part No. 22755 Max-Fire distributor for Ford 260-289-302 V-8 engines is ready to run right out-of-the-box and are the perfect upgrade for your ignition system. They’re ideal for replacing or upgrading from a points triggered distributor. They feature precision machining for a perfect fit along with a simple three wire hook up for an easy installation with no need to run an external ignition control box. The centerless ground shaft utilizes an upper sealed roller bearing with an extra long lower bronze Oil-Lite bushing for smooth operation. The high output magnetic pickup and large paddle wheel reluctor deliver a strong trigger signal at high RPM for maximum performance. All of these features allow Max-Fire distributors to provide unrivaled voltage to the coil, ensuring that you’re getting maximum performance from your engine. We recommend a new Max-Fire coil for maximum voltage output, ensuring you get the most from your high performance engine at higher RPM’s. Each distributor includes a cap, rotor, retainer and mechanical advance curve kit.

Product Features:

• CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum with O-ring grooves for use in a fully machined engine block
• Cap and rotor are molded in high quality 30% glass filled polyester for durability and carbon tracking resistance
• Features brass contacts and a stainless steel rotor spring for maximum conductivity
• Hardened iron drive gear ensures long service life
• Fully adjustable mechanical and vacuum advance for increased mileage potential.