1989 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

Essential 1989 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

PerTronix – D650700 Cap Black 8 cylinder Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor (Part No.D650700)

D650700 Cap Black 8 cylinder Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor

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$41.99
Replacement distributor cap for Flame-Thrower distributors. High dielectric strength cap with male or female brass terminals.

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D650700 Cap Black 8 cylinder Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor
  • Replacement distributor cap for Flame-Thrower distributors.
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Carquest – Distributor Cap (Part No.24C1006)

Distributor Cap

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$12.99
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAC1061)

Distributor Cap

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$27.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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MSD Ignition – Cap-A-Dapt Kit; Ford V8 (Part No.8414)

Cap-A-Dapt Kit; Ford V8

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$79.99
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
  • High dielectric properties
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Carquest Premium – Distributor T2813: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T2813)

Distributor T2813: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$105.99
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.
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Cardone New – New Distributor (Part No.84-2831)

New Distributor

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$105.99
CARDONE New Distributors are backed by CARDONE Engineered Technology, which ensures that all CARDONE New Distributors meet proper form, fit and function. CARDONE Engineered Technology is based on over 40 years of reverse-engineering expertise, where original design weaknesses are identified and corrected, resulting in premium-quality, brand-new parts you can rely on. Installing a CARDONE Distributor on your vehicle will ensure that proper voltage is transmitted to the spark plugs in the correct timing pattern so that your vehicle will perform on command.

Product Features:
  • Each distributor includes the cap and rotor to make installation a snap.
  • Dust covers and gaskets are also included on Honda applications for your convenience.
  • 100% computer tested for guaranteed, long-lasting performance.
  • Guaranteed fit and function.
  • Meets or exceeds O.E.M performance.
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MSD Ignition – Ford 351C-460 Performance Distributor with Vacuum Advance (Part No.8350)

Ford 351C-460 Performance Distributor with Vacuum Advance

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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:
  • 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
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D130810)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$427.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our distributors ship with Ignitor II technology modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor or bulky HEIs with this performance

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D130810 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Ford Small Block Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Non Vacuum Advance Black Male Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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Carquest – Distributor Rotor (Part No.D219)

Distributor Rotor

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$12.05
Product Features:
  • High-quality direct replacement electrical connector allows you to replace only the damaged connector instead of the entire harness for a cost-effective repair
  • The terminal is manufactured with high grade materials such as copper alloy, brass, and phosphor bronze.  The housing is fabricated using polyamide resins.  All of the materials together provide the connectors with prolonged life and superior performance.
  • All electrical connectors are 100% tested for proper mechanical and electrical fit, form and function
  • Offering thousands of high-quality pigtails & sockets for nearly every electrical job
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAA1094)

Distributor Rotor

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$11.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest – Distributor Rotor (Part No.D213)

Distributor Rotor

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$12.99
BWD SELECT designs, specifies, and manufactures replacement parts with one goal in mind-make them the very best. To maximize performance and longevity, we use the finest materials and improve on OE specifications, whenever possible.

Product Features:
  • High-quality direct replacement electrical connector allows you to replace only the damaged connector instead of the entire harness for a cost-effective repair
  • The terminal is manufactured with high grade materials such as copper alloy, brass, and phosphor bronze.  The housing is fabricated using polyamide resins.  All of the materials together provide the connectors with prolonged life and superior performance.
  • All electrical connectors are 100% tested for proper mechanical and electrical fit, form and function
  • Offering thousands of high-quality pigtails & sockets for nearly every electrical job
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Motorcraft – Original Equipment (O.E.) Rotor Assembly (Part No.DR-374B)

Original Equipment (O.E.) Rotor Assembly

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$35.99
The only parts recommended by Ford Motor Company for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Motorcraft and Ford Parts are used throughout Ford vehicles in a variety of applications that help ensure the proper build quality, integrity and long-lasting performance of every Ford car or truck.
  • Motorcraft and Ford Parts are manufactured from first-quality materials – chosen specifically for maximum performance and application suitability.
  • As with all Motorcraft and Ford Parts, any innovations or improvements developed since the vehicle’s manufacture are included in these after market replacement parts, ensuring the most current technology and performance.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAA1009)

Distributor Rotor

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$12.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Check Valve (Part No.ECA1336)

Distributor Check Valve

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$24.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right automatic transmission speed sensor for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions. Designed to meet OE quali

Product Features:
  • Lifecycle tested to meet or exceed OE specifications
  • Direct OE replacement
  • High strength thermoplastic is resistant to shock, temperature and chemicals. Also protects internal components from moisture and contaminants.
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Check Valve (Part No.ECA1176)

Distributor Check Valve

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$11.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right automatic transmission speed sensor for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions. Designed to meet OE quali

Product Features:
  • Lifecycle tested to meet or exceed OE specifications
  • Direct OE replacement
  • High strength thermoplastic is resistant to shock, temperature and chemicals. Also protects internal components from moisture and contaminants.
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications.
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Victor Reinz – Distributor O-Ring (Part No.41-10443-00)

Distributor O-Ring

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$4.79
With Victor Reinz gaskets, you can be sure you are getting sealing solutions that deliver OE quality gasket technology and engineering. That is because Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier and the trusted choice of manufacturers the world over, offering broad coverage for foreign and domestic cars and trucks. In Victor Reinz gasket sets, you get the right combination of components needed for fast, long-lasting repairs.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
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Felpro – Ignition Distributor Shaft Seal (Part No.13069)

Ignition Distributor Shaft Seal

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$3.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1006)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$35.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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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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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1018)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$27.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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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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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1014)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$67.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford 302; non-EFI; Steel (Part No.85833)

Distributor Gear; Ford 302; non-EFI; Steel

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$131.99
A distributor’s performance is only as good as its drive gear. MSD ignition has put a great deal of effort into researching and testing a variety of metallurgical compositions, heat treating and coatings to provide you with a durable, accurate and strong distributor gear. The result is a special iron alloy gear that is treated to a low-friction coating process. To you this means long life, an easy break-in period and reliable performance. Features 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:
  • 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 improves wear resistance/running properties
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1012)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$22.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; Ford 5.0L; with EFI; Steel (Part No.85834)

Distributor Gear; Ford 5.0L; with EFI; Steel

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$145.99
A distributor’s performance is only as good as its drive gear. MSD ignition has put a great deal of effort into researching and testing a variety of metallurgical compositions, heat treating and coatings to provide you with a durable, accurate and strong distributor gear. The result is a special iron alloy gear that is treated to a low-friction coating process. To you this means long life, an easy break-in period and reliable performance. Features 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:
  • 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 improves wear resistance/running properties
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1004)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$98.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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1989 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1989 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 19 different Distributors in our inventory ranging from $4.79 to $128.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1989 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

Distributors are only as good as their brand. We stock 7 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1989 Ford Thunderbird. Carquest, Driveworks, and Carquest Premium 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 Distributors for your 1989 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 118 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Distributor Rotor with 3.8 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Distributors to keep your 1989 Ford Thunderbird 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!

Distributors Brands To Make Your 1989 Ford Thunderbird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1989 Ford Thunderbird demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Distributors make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Thunderbird the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Distributors brands and parts.

Popular Motorcraft Distributors

We carry Motorcraft parts in our stock across Distributor Rotor Buttons categories, plus more. For a 1989 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular Motorcraft Distributors include:
Original Equipment (O.E.) Rotor Assembly
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Original Equipment (O.E.) Rotor Assembly
Distributor Rotor Buttons

Top 1989 Ford Thunderbird Distributors from Carquest

Carquest products are another trusted brand when it comes to Distributors for your 1989 Ford Thunderbird. Popular Carquest parts include:
Distributor Cap
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Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits
Distributor Cap
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Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits
Distributor Rotor
from $12.99
(11)
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons

FAQs for 1989 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

What are the most purchased Distributors for the 1989 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 19 Distributors for the 1989 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
Distributor Cap
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Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits
Distributor Cap
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Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits
Distributor Rotor
from $11.05
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Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons

What are the top-rated 1989 Ford Thunderbird Distributors?

Top-rated Distributors for your 1989 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Distributor Rotor
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Distributor Rotor
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