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Enhance performance with advanced ignition technology for Ford engines.
The MSD Ignition Ready-to-Run distributor is designed for Ford 289 and 302 cubic inch engines, providing a modern solution to outdated ignition systems. This distributor features a magnetic trigger and includes an ignition control module, ensuring reliable performance and improved engine efficiency. The built-in adjustable mechanical advance allows for customization of the ignition curve, optimizing engine performance across various RPM ranges.
With a maintenance-free magnetic pickup, the Ready-to-Run distributor delivers stable trigger signals, enhancing idle smoothness and starting reliability. The vacuum advance canister contributes to better fuel economy, making it suitable for street applications. The polished steel shaft, guided by a sealed ball bearing, ensures smooth operation, while the chrome moly steel advance plate and weights reduce friction for improved responsiveness.
Installation is straightforward, requiring only three connections to the coil, making it accessible for both experienced and novice users. The distributor is equipped with a built-in rev limiter to protect the engine from over-revving, and optional O-ring seals can be added to modified blocks to enhance oil pressure control. Overall, the MSD Ignition Ready-to-Run distributor is a robust choice for those looking to upgrade their ignition system.
Features
- Built-In Rev Limiter To Protect Your Engine
- O-Ring Seals Can Be Added To Modified Blocks To Improve Oil Pressure Control
- Special Oil Tract Improves Lubrication To The Distributor And Cam Gear
- Nylon Pads Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Advance Weights
- Vacuum Advance Canister For Improved Economy
- 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 Providing Smooth Operation
- Advance Plate And Weights Are Fine Blanked From Chrome Moly Steel And QPQ Coated For Friction Reduction
- Simple And Clean Installation
Specifications
- Manufacturer: MSD Ignition
- Manufacturer Part Number: 83523
- Condition: New
- Recommended Use: Street
- Spark Advance Type: Mechanical And Vacuum Advance
- Spark Distribution Type: Magnetic Trigger
- Drive Gear Type: Steel Gear
- With Ignition Module: Yes
- With Tach Drive: Yes
- Includes Cap And Rotor: Yes
- Cap Color: Black
- Cap Type: HEI/ Male Posts
- Coil In Cap: Yes
Compatibility / Fit
- 1963-1963 Ford 300
- 1966-1977 Ford Bronco
- 1980-1996 Ford Bronco
- 1963-1974 Ford Country Sedan
- 1963-1974 Ford Country Squire
- 1987-1991 Ford Country Squire
- 1964-1972 Ford Custom
- 1964-1974 Ford Custom 500
- 1969-1975 Ford E-100 Econoline
- 1979-1983 Ford E-100 Econoline
- 1979-1983 Ford E-100 Econoline Club Wagon
- 1975-1975 Ford E-150 Econoline
- 1979-1996 Ford E-150 Econoline
- 1979-1996 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon
- 1969-1974 Ford E-200 Econoline
- 1975-1975 Ford E-250 Econoline
- 1979-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline
- 1979-1980 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon
- 1969-1974 Ford E-300 Econoline
- 1975-1975 Ford E-350 Econoline
- 1979-1982 Ford E-350 Econoline
- 1979-1980 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon
- 1975-1983 Ford F-100
- 1975-1996 Ford F-150
- 1969-1974 Ford F-250
- 1977-1978 Ford F-250
- 1980-1996 Ford F-250
- 1972-1978 Ford F-350
- 1980-1980 Ford F-350
- 1963-1970 Ford Fairlane
- 1978-1979 Ford Fairmont
- 1964-1970 Ford Falcon
- 1964-1965 Ford Falcon Sedan Delivery
- 1963-1967 Ford Galaxie
- 1963-1974 Ford Galaxie 500
- 1972-1974 Ford Gran Torino
- 1975-1980 Ford Granada
- 1964-1969 Ford GT40
- 1965-1974 Ford LTD
- 1977-1986 Ford LTD
- 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria
- 1977-1979 Ford LTD II
- 1971-1977 Ford Maverick
- 1964-1973 Ford Mustang
- 1979-1979 Ford Mustang
- 1982-1995 Ford Mustang
- 1975-1978 Ford Mustang II
- 1972-1972 Ford P-350
- 1976-1976 Ford P-350
- 1976-1976 Ford P-400
- 1976-1977 Ford P-500
- 1963-1974 Ford Ranch Wagon
- 1965-1974 Ford Ranchero
- 1977-1979 Ford Ranchero
- 1964-1964 Ford Sprint
- 1977-1981 Ford Thunderbird
- 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird
- 1991-1993 Ford Thunderbird
- 1968-1974 Ford Torino
- 1980-1980 Lincoln Continental
- 1982-1987 Lincoln Continental
- 1980-1983 Lincoln Mark VI
- 1984-1992 Lincoln Mark VII
- 1981-1990 Lincoln Town Car
- 1977-1980 Lincoln Versailles
- 1964-1967 Mercury Caliente
- 1966-1967 Mercury Capri
- 1979-1979 Mercury Capri
- 1982-1986 Mercury Capri
- 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park
- 1964-1969 Mercury Comet
- 1971-1977 Mercury Comet
- 1967-1967 Mercury Commuter
- 1967-1970 Mercury Cougar
- 1977-1981 Mercury Cougar
- 1983-1988 Mercury Cougar
- 1991-1993 Mercury Cougar
- 1963-1963 Mercury Country Cruiser
- 1964-1971 Mercury Cyclone
- 1979-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis
- 1979-1982 Mercury Marquis
- 1963-1963 Mercury Meteor
- 1975-1980 Mercury Monarch
- 1968-1974 Mercury Montego
- 1964-1967 Mercury Villager
- 1966-1967 Mercury Voyager
- 1978-1979 Mercury Zephyr
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Shipping & Returns
- This product ships within the continental USA only.
- This product typically ships within 1 to 3 business days.
- Returns are accepted within 30 days for items in like-new condition. For complete details, please see our return policy.
