Description: Specifically designed for the Ford 302 C.I. engine, The billet housing is 5/8 smaller in diameter than stock Ford distributors, Has easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings, Features a CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base, Steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearing MSD 8579 Ford 302 Small Diameter Pro-Billet Distributor Sku # 5478579 Mfr. Part # 8579 Condition New Brand MSD Sold Each Details Info 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 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 MSDs 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 chro-moly assembly advances the timing is easily controlled by changing the supplied advance springs and stop bushing for total advance.Billet housing is 5/8 smaller in diameter than stock Ford distributorsEasy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushingsCNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum baseMaintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm rangePolished steel shaft is QPQ coated and guided by a sealed ball bearingAdvance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel and QPQ coated for friction reductionMechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systemsAdvance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plateNylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weightsSupplied with small diameter cap with HEI style terminals and race rotor (will accept 8441 Cap-A-Dapt)Must be used with an MSD Ignition ControlNo CARB Exemption Order Number Charts (PDF) (PDF) (PDF) Specs Sold in Quantity Each Advance Type Mechanical Cap Terminal Style HEI / Male Distributor Cap Color Red Gear Material Iron Trigger Style Magnetic MFG. Part # 8579 Mechanical Tach Drive No Slip Collar No Ignition Box Required Yes External Ignition Box Required Yes Marine Use No GTIN Code 085132085798 Trigger Sensors Single Housing Finish Natural Gear Rotation Standard Housing Material Billet Aluminum Hall Effect No Sync Signal No Emissions California EO Approved Notes Small base diameter for extra clearance. For use with flat tappet camshafts. Roller cams should use a steel gear. Cap Type HEI / Male Reviews I would buy again great company Rated by Jeremy on June 18, 2020 Summary: Everything is great Yes, I recommend this product. Related Items / Suggested Parts MSD 85793 Black Pro-Billet Distributor, 302 Ford Tech Support We're here to help before and after your purchase. If you have a question or need assistance with one of our products, please contact us through eBay Messaging and a knowledgeable Speedway Motors team member will be happy to help. About Speedway Motors is America’s Oldest Speed Shop® and has been a trusted source for specialty rodding and racing products and friendly expert advice for more than 72 years. Founded in 1952 by “Speedy” Bill Smith – a racer and street rodder himself – Speedway has grown from a one-man operation to become the world’s largest manufacturer, distributor and retailer of street rod and racing products. Our industry-leading fast delivery is the result of same-day shipping from our state-of-the-art, centrally located 500,000 sq. ft. headquarters. Speedway’s size offers customers unmatched product selection and low pricing, while our excellent technical support and customer service have made us a recognized leader in the rodding and racing industries.
Price: 399.95 USD
Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
End Time: 2024-09-28T12:02:36.000Z
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Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Type: Distributors
California Prop 65 Warning: True
Manufacturer Part Number: 8579
Brand: MSD Ignition