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MSD Black Distributor Ford 289-302, Pro Billet, Small Cap, Steel Gear
Part # 857931
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MSD's Black Small Diameter Distributor w/Steel Gear, requires the use of MSD 6, 7, 8 Series Ignition.
Read MoreMSD Black Distributor Ford 289-302, Pro Billet, Small Cap, Steel Gear
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Est. Ship Date: 10/02/2026
MSRP $571.95
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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.
MSD now offers Ford distributors with steel gears for use with hydraulic roller cams.
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.
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.
Features:
- Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
- Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
- Easy-to-adjust mechanical advance with supplied springs and stop bushings
- Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor create stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
- CNC Machined Billet Aluminum Housing and Billet Aluminum Base
- Steel Gear Installed
- 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
- Mechanical advance assembly can be locked out for crank trigger systems
| Brand | MSD |
|---|---|
| Category | Ignition |
| Color | Black Anodized |
| Distributor Cap Included | Yes |
| Distributor Type | Magnetic Pickup |
| Emission Code | 3 |
| Engine | Ford Small Block |
| Gear | Steel |
| Gear Material | Steel Melonized QPQ Coated |
| Grade Type | Performance |
| Ignition Box Required | Yes |
| 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 | 090127064016 |
| Warning | California Proposition 65 |
| Part Number | 857931 |
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This part is legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles.
The following vehicles are considered Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles:
- 1965 and older U.S. manufactured California Certified vehicles
- 1967 and older U.S. manufactured Federally Certified vehicles
- 1967 and older Foreign manufactured vehicle
WARNING: It is against the law to install this part on an Emissions Controlled Vehicle
The following vehicles are considered Emissions Controlled Vehicles:
- 1966 and newer U.S. manufactured California Certified vehicles
- 1968 and newer U.S. manufactured Federally Certified vehicles
- 1968 and newer Foreign manufactured vehicle
Manufacturer's Limited 1 Year Warranty: See Details
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