1997 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

Essential 1997 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

Carquest Premium – Door Cylinder Anti-Theft Disarm Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1183)

Door Cylinder Anti-Theft Disarm Switch Connector

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$15.79
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.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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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.C193)

Distributor Cap

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$30.99
Product Features:
  • Each anti-lock speed sensor uses OE connectors and terminals ensuring an accurate water-tight connection to the engine wire harness
  • Grommets and wire clips are included on the harness ensuring proper mounting and routing within the car chassis for a cost effective repair solution
  • High-quality glass reinforced plastic resin provides both high temperature and environmental protection resistance
  • Each direct replacement wire harness comes with a protective sleeve preventing wires from chafing and creating short circuits
  • All ABS sensors are 100% tested for proper fit, form and function
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PerTronix – D4051 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap Red (Part No.D4051)

D4051 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap Red

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$37.99
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 D4051 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap Red
  • Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAC1917)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$19.99
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAC1087)

Distributor Cap

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$21.99
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 Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAC1791)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$20.79
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

Carquest – Distributor Rotor (Part No.23A1017)

Distributor Rotor

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$4.99
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 – Distributor Rotor (Part No.D198)

Distributor Rotor

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$9.99
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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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 – Distributor Rotor (Part No.D213P)

Distributor Rotor

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$13.05
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.DAA1118)

Distributor Rotor

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$41.99
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 Rotor (Part No.DAA1003)

Distributor Rotor

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$6.29
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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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 T2831B: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T2831B)

Distributor T2831B: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$82.99
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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Carquest Premium – Distributor T2807: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T2807)

Distributor T2807: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$140.99
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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Spectra Premium – Distributor (Part No.FD05)

Distributor

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$80.99
Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium distributors meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment they replace.

Product Features:
  • Unit is designed to OE fit, form and function requirements accomplished by leveraging our OE engine management systems design expertise
  • OE design cap and replacement rotor included for fast installation
  • All units new, no rebuilds or core charges
  • All unit components are computer tested to ensure full functionality
  • Each new distributor is road tested to ensure real world performance and to verify that each design meets our high standards for quality
  • Engineered to stringent tolerances based on our Canadian engineers’ in-depth knowledge of the OE part it’s designed to replace
  • Fit tested on the very same vehicle application for which it was developed verifying first-hand that the design fits properly and can be easily installed
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Carquest Premium – Distributor T2895A: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T2895A)

Distributor T2895A: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$102.99
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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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford 351W; Pro-Billet; Small Cap (Part No.8578)

Distributor; Ford 351W; Pro-Billet; Small Cap

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$475.99
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 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
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Carquest Premium – Distributor T2873A: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T2873A)

Distributor T2873A: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$87.99
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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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Ford Y Block; Ready-to-Run (Part No.8383)

Distributor; Ford Y Block; Ready-to-Run

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$655.99
MSD is excited to offer two ready-to-run distributors for two classic Ford engines. These distributors are the answer to weak breaker points or rebuilt aftermarket models. Inside the billet housing there is a high-output ignition module. When the maintenance-free magnetic pick-up signals the module to fire, up to 7.5 amps is sent to the coil where a powerful spark is created. This improved spark output results in quick starts, snappy throttle response and terrific drivability. The distributors are equipped with a vacuum advance canister for cruising economy. Plus, there is a mechanical advance assembly that is mounted on top of the distributor shaft making it easy to adjust the advance to meet your needs. Another great feature of the ready-to-run distributors is their simple installation. All you need to do is connect three wires and you’ll be cruising.

Product Features:
  • Now includes built-in Rev Limiter
  • No CARB Exemption Order Number
  • Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
  • 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.
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Dorman – Panel Trim Retainer – Interior – GM (Part No.45878)

Panel Trim Retainer - Interior - GM

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$1.79
Constructed of quality materials, this multi-purpose retainer provides the same function and versatility as the original equipment retainer ensuring long service life.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this retainer matches the fit and function of the original equipment retainer for this vehicle application
  • Quality material – this retainer is made of durable material for long-lasting service
  • Versatile design – this retainer is suitable for a variety of automotive uses
  • Excellent value – this part offers original equipment quality at a competitive cost
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1997 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1997 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 7 different Distributors in our inventory ranging from $1.79 to $128.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1997 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

Distributors are only as good as their brand. We stock 5 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1997 Ford Thunderbird. Motorcraft, Carquest Premium, and Forecast 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird, 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 Distributors to keep your 1997 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1997 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 1997 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

FAQs for 1997 Ford Thunderbird Distributors

What are the most purchased Distributors for the 1997 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 7 Distributors for the 1997 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
Distributor T2688: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor
from $118.99
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Distributor T2688: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor
Distributors
Door Cylinder Anti-Theft Disarm Switch Connector
from $15.79
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Door Cylinder Anti-Theft Disarm Switch Connector
Distributor Ignition Pickup Connectors
Distributor Rotor
from $10.75
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Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons