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MSD Black Distributor, Ford 289/302, Ready-to-Run, Steel Gear
Part # 835231
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MSD's Black Distributor with Small Diameter and Ready to Run w/Vacuum Advance and Steel Gear, No Ignition Box needed.
Read MoreMSD Black Distributor, Ford 289/302, Ready-to-Run, Steel Gear
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Est. Ship Date: 09/25/2026
MSRP $818.95
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MSD now offers Ford distributors with steel gears for use with hydraulic roller cams.
In the world of modern engine design, it's hard to beat a hydraulic roller camshaft for all-around performance. It's crucial to match the distributor gear with the cam material to prevent premature failure of the cam or distributor gear which can lead to engine damage.
Ford distributors present a challenge when changing the distributor gear due to their pressed fit, the need to cross drill the distributor shaft and set the gear to a specific height.
We've taken the trouble out of the mix with our line of popular Ford distributor applications that come with a steel gear installed ready for hydraulic roller cams. Whether you're working with a crate engine or building your own combination, MSD has the performance distributor ready.
Features:
- Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
- 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
- Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
- Steel Gear Installed
- Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
- Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
- CNC Machined Billet Aluminum Housing and Billet Aluminum Base
| Brand | MSD |
|---|---|
| Category | Ignition |
| Color | Black Anodized |
| Distributor Cap Included | Yes |
| Distributor Type | Ready To Run |
| Emission Code | 4 |
| Engine | Ford Small Block |
| Gear | Steel |
| Gear Material | Steel Melonized QPQ Coated |
| Grade Type | Performance |
| Ignition Box Required | No |
| Ignition Coil Included | No |
| Ignition Rotor Included | Yes |
| part type | Distributor |
| Product Type | Distributor |
| Sub Category | Distributor and Magneto |
| Warranty | Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty |
| UPC | 090127064399 |
| Warning | California Proposition 65 |
| Part Number | 835231 |
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The following vehicles are considered Racing Use Only Vehicles:
- Racing Use Only Vehicles are vehicles that are used exclusively for competition that are not registered and that may never be used on the street.
WARNING: It is against the law to install this part on an Emissions Controlled Vehicle
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