Ford SB 289/302 V8 Pro Billet Distributor

• Magnetic pickup trigger for precise timing with an external ignition box

• Pairs with a 35,000V+ coil and ignition box for high-output builds

• Direct fit for Ford Windsor 221/260/289/302 carbureted V8s

• Machined aluminum housing with steel gear for durable timing control

Upgrade your Ford small block Windsor V8 — 221, 260, 289, or 302 CID — with this Pro Billet distributor, built with a magnetic pickup trigger for use with a compatible external ignition box and coil. This setup is designed for higher-output ignition systems on Mustang, Falcon, Fairlane, Bronco, F-Series, Cougar, and Comet applications.

This distributor is built for standard carbureted Windsor applications and will not fit 351W engines. The housing is machined aluminum with a steel drive gear best matched to cast iron hydraulic or solid flat-tappet camshafts, and rotation is counterclockwise. Requires a compatible external ignition box and a coil rated at 35,000 volts or higher; also requires a 12-volt electrical system with an alternator and is not compatible with generator-based charging systems or vehicles still running an active ballast resistor in the ignition circuit — the resistor should be removed or bypassed as part of installation. Timing is set through mechanical advance only.

What Is a Pro Billet Distributor?
A Pro Billet distributor uses a magnetic pickup trigger but, unlike HEI or Ready-to-Run designs, requires a separate external ignition box in addition to an external coil rather than housing that control on board. This setup is common in higher-output or race-oriented ignition systems where the buyer wants to pair the distributor with a specific external box and coil combination rather than an all-in-one unit.

Performance Benefits
The magnetic pickup trigger delivers consistent, wear-free timing signal without the point drift of older breaker-point systems. Because the ignition box and coil are external and separately selected, this setup allows the ignition system to be matched to higher-output requirements than a self-contained distributor typically supports. Mechanical advance handles the timing curve, keeping the system straightforward to set up and tune.

Do I need an external ignition box with this distributor?
Yes. Unlike TSP's HEI and Ready-to-Run distributors, this Pro Billet distributor requires a compatible external ignition box in addition to an external ignition coil.

Does this distributor include a coil or ignition box?
No. Neither the ignition coil nor the ignition box is included. This distributor requires an external ignition coil rated at 35,000 volts or higher and a compatible external ignition box, both sold separately.

What type of advance does this distributor use?
This distributor uses mechanical (centrifugal) advance only. It does not include vacuum advance, making it well suited for dedicated performance and racing applications.

Will this fit a 351 Windsor?
No. This distributor is designed for the Ford 221, 260, 289, and 302 Windsor small block V8 engines only. It is not compatible with 351 Windsor (351W) applications.

What direction does the rotor turn on this distributor?
Counterclockwise, viewed from above, matching the standard rotation direction of the Ford Windsor small block V8 family.

What distributor gear is included, and will it work with my camshaft?
This distributor includes a steel distributor gear, which is best suited for cast iron hydraulic or solid flat-tappet camshafts. If your engine uses a roller or other specialty camshaft, verify the recommended distributor gear material with your camshaft manufacturer before installation.