Ideal for blower or intake manifold clearance, this small diameter distributor fits Ford 289/302 engines and includes an iron gear. The housing and cap measure 5/8" smaller in diameter than a stock Ford distributor, and MSD's race-proven magnetic pickup and precision reluctor deliver accurate trigger signals to the ignition throughout the rpm range.
Specifications:
- Color: Red
- Engine: Ford Small Block
- Distributor Type: Magnetic Pickup
- Gear Material: Cast Iron, Melonized QPQ Coated
- Product Type: Distributor
- Category: Ignition
- C.A.R.B. EO #: D-40-39
- Warranty: Manufacturer's Limited 1-Year Warranty
- Part Number: 8579
Must be used with an MSD 6, 7, or 8-Series ignition control. Supplied with a small diameter cap featuring HEI-style terminals and race rotor (accepts 8441 Cap-A-Dapt).
Compliance: This distributor carries California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order EO# D-40-39, making it legal for sale and use on Emissions Controlled Vehicles in all 50 states when installed per MSD's application guide.
FAQ
What engines fit the MSD 8579 distributor?
Ford 289/302 small block engines, and it includes an iron gear.
How much smaller is the 8579 than a stock Ford distributor?
Its housing and cap are 5/8" smaller in diameter than a stock Ford distributor.
What ignition control is required?
It must be used with an MSD 6, 7, or 8-Series ignition control.
Is the MSD 8579 CARB legal?
Yes, it carries CARB Executive Order EO# D-40-39, making it legal for sale and use on Emissions Controlled Vehicles in all 50 states when installed per MSD's application guide.
