Ford Gran Torino Performance Distributor

Your Ford Gran Torino will be happy to know that the search for the right Performance Distributor products you’ve been looking for is over! Advance Auto Parts has 8 different Performance Distributor for your vehicle, ready for shipping or in-store pick up. The best part is, our Ford Gran Torino Performance Distributor products start from as little as $179.99.

When it comes to your Ford Gran Torino, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Here at Advance Auto Parts, we work with only top reliable Performance Distributor product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence. Some of our top Performance Distributor product brands are Proform, and MSD Ignition. We’re sure you will get the right product to keep that Gran Torino running for a long time.

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Performance Distributor for a Ford Gran Torino

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Proform - Ford 221-289-302 Hei Distributor Built In Coil, Red Cap (Part No. 66969R)
Description

Product Features:
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-madeparts 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.

4.5

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4.5

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2013-03-15

4

4

great product but with a couple of prob.

great product but with a couple of prob.

Submitted 2013-03-15

By HDjohn

From Castile NY

its a great distributer but due to its size the water temp sender may have to be moved and it won't work with some high rise manifolds the airgap style especially. Have had this installed on my 65 mustang for 10 years now with no problems at all.

Bottom Line recommended

its a great distributer but due to its size the water temp sender may have to be moved and it won't work with some high rise manifolds the airgap style especially. Have had this installed on my 65 mustang for 10 years now with no problems at all.

By HDjohn from Castile NY

BOTTOM LINE recommended

5

5

2012-09-29

5

5

Fits and Runs

Fits and Runs

Submitted 2012-09-29

By Badhawk

From NJ

I installed this on my 1986 Mustang when I switched to a carb setup. Engine sat for 4 years and started right up with this. Tac hook up was simple. I will get this for all my Ford Carb engines from now on. Nice Clean insulation.

Bottom Line recommended

I installed this on my 1986 Mustang when I switched to a carb setup. Engine sat for 4 years and started right up with this. Tac hook up was simple. I will get this for all my Ford Carb engines from now on. Nice Clean insulation.

By Badhawk from NJ

BOTTOM LINE recommended

5

5

2012-04-16

5

5

Can't get no easier than this!!

Can't get no easier than this!!

Submitted 2012-04-16

By Roy1964

From Douglasville,Georgia

I went "old school" on my 1989 Ford Bronco , After a major fuel Injection malfunction!! I changed the EFI system out for Carb,Mechanical fuel pump and ProForm HEI distributor...Now The Bronco is Dependable again and picked up 2 MPG!!! And I'm so impressed with the distributor that,I'm going to use 1 in my V-8 1988 Ranger I'm building. It is easily worth what I paid for it!!

Bottom Line recommended

I went "old school" on my 1989 Ford Bronco , After a major fuel Injection malfunction!! I changed the EFI system out for Carb,Mechanical fuel pump and ProForm HEI distributor...Now The Bronco is Dependable again and picked up 2 MPG!!! And I'm so impressed with the distributor that,I'm going to use 1 in my V-8 1988 Ranger I'm building. It is easily worth what I paid for it!!

By Roy1964 from Douglasville,Georgia

BOTTOM LINE recommended
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MSD Ignition - Distributor; Ford 351C-460; Ready-to-Run with Steel Gear (Part No. 83501)
Description
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
from $569.99
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MSD Ignition - Distributor; Ford 351C-460; Ready-to-Run (Part No. 8350)
Description
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
QPQ coated for friction reduction
Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
from $480.99
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MSD Ignition - Distributor; Ford 351W; Ready-to-Run (Part No. 8354)
Description
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:
Now includes built-in Rev Limiter
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.
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
Mech. advance assem. 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
from $467.99
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MSD Ignition - Distributor; Ford 351C-460; Vacuum Advance (Part No. 8477)
Description
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
from $426.99
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Mallory - Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37 (Part No. 3755401)
Description
The industry standard with adjustable mechanical advance curve. Triggered by photo-optic infrared LED system. Improved combustion efficiency and economy, increased spark plug life and cold weather starting, and maintenance free operation.

Product Features:
Improved Combustion And Economy
Increased Spark Plug Life
Improved Cold Weather Starting
Maintenance Free Operation
Accurate Spark Timing
Self-Lubricating Bushings
Years Of Trouble-Free Service
from $412.99
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MSD Ignition - Distributor; Ford 351W; Pro-Billet; Small Cap (Part No. 8578)
Description
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
QPQ coated for friction reduction
QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
from $349.99
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MSD Ignition - Distributor; Ford 351W; with Edelbrock Victor Jr (Part No. 85805)
Description
MSD Pro-Billet Distributors are the finest performance and racing distributors available. Every feature has been engineered to endure the rigors of high performance and racing engines. Whether cruising the streets or racing stock cars, dragsters, boats or trucks, MSD has a distributor for it. MSD uses state-of-the-art, Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) mills and lathes to machine each housing. After a long series of precise cuts and movements, the billet is formed into a flawless distributor housing that is accurate to within 0.001". The flex-free housings are lightweight, have no porosity or weak areas and look great on polished, show quality engines.

Product Features:
Same features as PN[8584]
Use w/Edelbrock Victor Jr. man. for add. clearance at water neck
No CARB Exemption Order Number
from $325.99
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