Call us today to order your MSD Ford 289/302 Ready-To-Run Distributor, Steel Gear!
Part # 83521
- Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
- Note: Will not fit XD and later Australian 351 Cleveland engines.
- CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
- Equipped with Steel Gear
- Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
- Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
- Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
- Polished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing
- Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
- Powerful built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
- Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
- Housing is 5/8” smaller in diameter than stock Ford distributors
- Supplied with small diameter cap with HEI style terminals and race rotor (will accept 8441 Cap-A-Dapt)
- Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
- Includes built-in Rev Limiter!
- Simple and clean installation with only three wires to connect
- CARB E.O. Approved
- Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reduction
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.
Vehicle information below is not a guaranty of fitment. If you have fitment concerns, please call prior to ordering.
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