SBF 289/302 Ignitor III Dist. - Cast Stock Look

The SBF 289/302 Ignitor III Distributor with Cast Stock Look from Pertronix Ignition delivers modern electronic ignition performance in a classic OEM-style package designed for small-block Ford engines. Built for enthusiasts and restoration builders who demand reliability without compromising authenticity, this distributor replaces worn points-and-condenser systems while maintaining the original cast-iron appearance that keeps your engine bay historically correct. Whether you're running a vintage hot rod, street machine, or classic truck, the Ignitor III system offers the spark advancement and precision timing that today's fuels and driving conditions require.

Pertronix's proven Ignitor III technology eliminates the maintenance headaches of conventional point ignition while delivering consistent spark at all engine speeds and loads. The electronic triggering system uses a solid-state module and magnetic pickup to fire your coil with precision timing—no more dwell adjustment, point filing, or condenser failures. Inside the stock-cast housing, a microprocessor-controlled ignition curve ensures optimal spark timing across idle, cruise, and wide-open throttle conditions, improving cold starts, fuel economy, and overall driveability. The cast stock appearance means no one will know you've upgraded unless you tell them, making this the perfect choice for OEM-correct restorations or period-authentic builds where visual correctness matters as much as performance.

This distributor is engineered for 289 cubic inch and 302 cubic inch small-block Ford engines, fitting seamlessly into any SBF platform from the 1960s through modern crate motor applications. Installation requires no modifications to your existing engine bay wiring or mounting points—it bolts in place of your original distributor with standard hold-down clamps. The compact 7.25 x 6 x 20-inch dimensions ensure clearance in tight engine compartments while the 3.49-pound weight keeps rotating inertia minimal. Whether you're a seasoned mechanic freshening a long-ignored classic or a first-time builder seeking plug-and-play reliability, the Ignitor III distributor combines old-school aesthetics with new-school ignition science.