Ford F-250 Pickup Performance Distributors

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

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

The billet aluminum housings of these distributors are 5/8″ smaller in diameter to accommodate induction setups and tight engine compartments. A maintenance-free magnetic pickup is responsible for triggering the high voltage sparks while a sealed ball bearing guides an oversized shaft.

Product Features:

• Simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
•  Powerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
• áPowerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
•  Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
• áEasy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
•  Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
• áVacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
•  CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
• áCNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
•  Housing is 5/8″ smaller in diameter than stock Ford distributors
• áHousing is 5/8″ smaller in diameter than stock Ford distributors
•  Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
• áMaintenance-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
• áPolished 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
• áMechanical 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)
• Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
• CARB E.O. Approved
• Now includes built-in Rev Limiter.

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. 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

MSD’s Ready-to-Run Ford Distributors are the perfect upgrade for bulky DuraSpark systems or ancient breaker point models. These distributors come complete and ready-to-run. 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.

Product Features:

• Equipped with Steel Gear
• CARB E.O. Approved
• Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
• Supplied with small diameter cap with HEI style terminals and race rotor (will accept 8441 Cap-A-Dapt)
• 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
• Housing is 5/8″ smaller in diameter than stock Ford distributors
• CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
• Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
• Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
• Powerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
•  Simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
• áSimple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
• Includes built-in Rev Limiter.
• Note: Will not fit XD and later Australian 351 Cleveland engines.

Easily controlled by changing the supplied advance springs and stop bushing

Product Features:

• Billet housing is 5/8″ smaller in diameter than stock Ford distributors
• Must be used with an MSD Ignition Control
• Supplied with small diameter cap with HEI style terminals and race rotor (will accept 8441 Cap-A-Dapt)
• 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 billet aluminum base
• Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings

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:

• Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and advance assembly
• Same height and width as PN 8584
• 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 and extra long sintered bushing

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 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

ACCEL cap and rotor kits offer superior protection from “arc-thru” and crossfire. Features 60k V-rated alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability. Brass inserts and steel rotor springs provide for high spark energy flow.

Product Features:

• See catalog for application information
• Offers Superior Protection From Arc-Thru and Crossfire

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

Product Features:

• Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
• With Brass Inserts

Product Features:

• Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
• With Brass Inserts

Everything you need to Super Tune Up your truck, van, or Jeep engine! The kits includes a high performance cap and rotor. A set of 8mm Extreme 9000 Spiral Core wires. This kit also includes the ACCEL classic copper core spark plugs to fire your engine up.

Product Features:

• Includes Everything Needed
• Resistance High Dielectric Strength Compounds
• Race Proven
• Improved Performance
• Reduced Emissions

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

Parts and accessories for Flame-Thrower Billet Distributors offer unmatched quality and accommodate the performance levels your distributor was engineered for.

Product Features:

• Performance mechanical advance springs.

A distributor’s performance is only as good as its drive gear. MSD Performance 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. MSD engineers have built test fixtures and spent hundreds of hours testing and evaluating the metallurgy of our gears. The result is a special 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.

Product Features:

• Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60) .
• Micro polished surface for smooth contact.
• Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear.
• Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and

Competition design uses a stud, washer & nut to secure the clamp rather than a bolt. The clamp itself is also chromed.

Product Features:

• Eliminates bolt in favor of stud mount design
• Chrome plated
• Ideal For Ignition Distributor

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 provides cooler operating temperatures.

Product Features:

• Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
• Cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws.
• Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil.

Parts and accessories for Flame-Thrower Billet Distributors offer unmatched quality and accommodate the performance levels your distributor was engineered for.

Product Features:

• Rotor for Flame-Thrower cast distributors
• Replacement premium rotor with brass contact.

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 provides cooler operating temperatures.

Product Features:

• Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
• Cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws.
• Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil.

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