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MSD Ford 289/302 Ready-to-Run Distributor, Steel Gear 83521

MSD Ford 289/302 Ready-to-Run Distributor, Steel Gear 83521
MSD Ford 289/302 Ready-to-Run Distributor, Steel Gear 83521
$1,083.99 ea
NEWARRIVING SOONEstimated Ship Date 01/13/2025 (If Ordered Today)44 Available from HOLLEY PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS as of 12/26/2024
Model: 4017684
Select a Vehicle or refer to the Vehicle Fitment Tab below to verify that this part fits your vehicle.
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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. 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. 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. For protection, there is also an easy-to-set rev limiter!
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
  • Includes built-in Rev Limiter!
  • Note: Will not fit XD and later Australian 351 Cleveland engines.

About MSD Ignition

Racers never stop experimenting as they search for every way to wring out more power or handling performance to to gain an edge over the competition. The team at MSD is no different as we strive to deliver the products you  need to meet your performance goals. We continue to innovate and invent components and technology that deliver  performance and reliability with products that are easy to use and install. 

Over the course of 40-plus years, MSD Performance has been driving the development of innovative components  that helped shape the way our cars race and perform. From super speedways to road courses, land speed racing to  top fuel dragsters, and of course your traditional hot rod, MSD has provided the components to fire nearly anything in  motorsports.

MSD was the first company to develop and offer the multiple sparking, capacitive discharge ignition for engines. The line of MSD 6-Series Ignitions are the most popular aftermarket ignitions in the world due to our race-proven performance on the track and our reliability on the street!

Early on, MSD focused squarely on ignition systems with revolutionary products like the multiple sparking CD ignition, timing and rev controls, billet aluminum distributors and the Pro-Mag, an incredible breakthrough in power  and endurance. 

Today MSD is developing electronics for your entire powertrain. The Atomic EFI systems for the LS engine platform and throttle body are now complemented with a transmission controller. Our DynaForce Starters and Alternators  ensure that your engine cranks over to fire up and the Alternators keep it charged. MSD is poised to deliver components that work and communicate together to provide performance and value.

Vehicle Fitment:

The Vehicle Fitment Guide is to be used as a general reference. The data has been provided by our suppliers and manufacturers and may contain errors or incorrect data. Always refer to a professional to verify correct fitment for your vehicle.
Make Model Submodel Years Engine Fitment Notes
Ford Mustang II Base 1975 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang II Base 1976 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang II Base 1977 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang II Base 1978 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang II Ghia 1975 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang II Ghia 1976 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang II Ghia 1977 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang II Ghia 1978 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang II 1975 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang II 1976 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang II 1977 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang II 1978 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang Base 1968 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Base 1969 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Base 1970 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Base 1971 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Base 1972 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Base 1973 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Base 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GLX 1982 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GL 1982 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT-350 20th Anniversary 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GTS 1995 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1982 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1983 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1985 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1986 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1987 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1988 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1989 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1991 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1992 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1993 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1994 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang GT 1995 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Ghia 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Grande 1970 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Grande 1971 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Grande 1972 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang Grande 1973 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1985 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1986 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1987 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1988 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1989 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1991 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1992 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang LX 1993 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang L 1982 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang L 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang SVT Cobra R 1993 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 1993 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 1994 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 1995 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang 1964 4.7L / 289 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang 1965 4.7L / 289 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang 1966 4.7L / 289 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang 1967 4.7L / 289 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang 1968 5.0L / 302 / V8
4.7L / 289 / V8
Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Ford Mustang 1969 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1970 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1971 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1972 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1973 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1982 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1983 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1985 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1986 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1987 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1988 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1989 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1991 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1992 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1993 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1994 5.0L / 302 / V8
Ford Mustang 1995 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Capri Base 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Capri Ghia 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Capri RS 1982 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Capri RS 1983 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Capri RS 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Capri RS 1985 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Capri 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Capri 1982 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Capri 1983 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Capri 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Capri 1985 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Capri 1986 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar Base 1968 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Base 1977 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Base 1978 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Base 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Base 1983 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Base 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Base 1985 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Base 1986 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Boss 302 1969 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar Brougham 1977 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar LS 1983 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar LS 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar LS 1985 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar LS 1986 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar LS 1987 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar LS 1988 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar LS 1991 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar LS 1992 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1968 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1977 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1978 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1980 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1981 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1987 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1988 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1991 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1992 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar XR-7 1993 5.0L / 302 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar 1967 4.7L / 289 / V8 Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar 1968 5.0L / 302 / V8
4.7L / 289 / V8
Ready-To-Run Distributor; Steel Gear;Not Legal For Use Or Sale On Pollution Controlled Vehicles;
Mercury Cougar 1969 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1970 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1977 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1978 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1979 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1980 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1981 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1983 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1984 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1985 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1986 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1987 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1988 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1991 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1992 5.0L / 302 / V8
Mercury Cougar 1993 5.0L / 302 / V8

Specifications:

Color Red
Distributor Type Ready To Run
Emission Code 3
Engine Ford Small Block V8
Gear Steel
Part Type Distributor
Product Type Distributor
Proposition 65 www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Warranty Limited 1 Year Warranty

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