Distributor Drive Gear for 1981-1996 Ford F-150 & More - MSD 8585

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Part number: 8585

UPC: 085132085859

Condition: New

Weight: 0.57 LBS

Item Package Quantity: 1

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MSD Distributor Drive Gear P/N:8585

$128.99

Description

MSD 8585 distributor drive gear for the 1981-1996 Ford F-150 V8 5.8L and other vehicles carries camshaft rotation to the distributor.

Machined from AMPCO 45 aluminum bronze containing 5% nickel
Special alloy creates high-strength gear teeth for less wear, even with high-volume oil pumps
Made for camshafts that require a bronze distributor gear
Rolled roll pin included for excellent strength

Quick facts

Part: MSD 8585 distributor drive gear
Fits: 1981-1996 Ford F-150 V8 5.8L and other vehicles
Material: AMPCO 45 aluminum bronze containing 5% nickel

Worn, chipped or pitted teeth, or metal flakes in the oil, can mean the gear needs replacing. Other ignition or oil-system parts can cause similar trouble, so find the cause first: with the engine off and cool, look at the gear teeth and the camshaft gear they mesh with.

Fits

It also fits the 1981-1996 Ford F-250 V8 5.8L and the 1969-1970 Ford Mustang V8 5.8L. The distributor takes a single gear. For another Ford year or engine, look up your own car in the "Vehicles it fits" section.

Specifications

Fit and size

Gear inner diameter: 0.530 in.
Quantity per vehicle: 1

Build and materials

Type: bronze distributor gear
Material: AMPCO 45 aluminum bronze containing 5% nickel
Warranty: MSD manufacturer's limited 1 year warranty
Country of origin: China

In the box

One distributor drive gear, a rolled roll pin and gear break-in lubricant.

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Buyer's Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the MSD 8585 distributor drive gear fit the 1981-1996 Ford F-150 V8 5.8L?

Yes. MSD 8585 fits the 1981-1996 Ford F-150 V8 5.8L. For a different Ford year or engine, look up your car in the "Vehicles it fits" section.

What comes in the MSD 8585 bronze distributor gear kit?

The kit includes the distributor drive gear, a rolled roll pin and gear break-in lubricant.

What size and material is the MSD 8585 distributor gear?

MSD 8585 has a 0.530 in. inner diameter and is machined from AMPCO 45 aluminum bronze containing 5% nickel.

Can I use this bronze distributor gear with a high-volume oil pump?

Yes. The special alloy forms high-strength gear teeth for less wear, even with high-volume oil pumps. It is made for camshafts that require a bronze distributor gear.

How can I tell if my distributor gear teeth are worn?

Teeth that look worn down, chipped or pitted, or metal flakes in the oil, can be signs of a worn gear. A shop can test anything that needs the engine running.

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Distributor Drive Gear for 1981-1996 Ford F-150 & More - MSD 8585