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Standard Ignition FD-160 Distributor Cap
| Brand | Standard Ignition FD-160 |
|---|---|
| Attachment Method | Clip |
| Contact Terminal Material | Aluminum |
| Contents | Distributer Cap |
| Distributor Cap Color | Blue |
| Distributor Vent | No |
| Gaskets Included | No |
| Ignition Rotor Included | No |
| Instructions Included | No |
| Screws included | No |
| Spark Plug Wires Included | No |
| Tower Position | Top |
| Fits | Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 7 vehicles |
High-dielectric resin. Helps resist carbon tracking and electrical breakdown.
Clip-on design. Installs securely without screws.
9-terminal cap. Provides reliable connections for the ignition system.
Cross-references Champion Spark Plug 252, 4-331 and 5D1140 for the same application. See all 11.
Distributor Cap for Ford and Lincoln Applications
Standard Ignition FD-160 is a distributor cap built for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury ignition systems from 1978-1980. It is a clip-on distributor cap with 9 terminals and a blue housing, made for vehicles that require a direct replacement cap with the correct tower layout and terminal count.
Key Features
- Clip attachment method for secure distributor fitment
- 9-terminal design with top tower position
- Aluminum contact terminals
- Blue distributor cap color
- No vent, gasket, rotor, screws, instructions, or spark plug wires included
- Built with high-dielectric resin construction to resist electrical breakdown and carbon tracking
Detailed Product Overview
The Standard Ignition FD-160 distributor cap is engineered for ignition service where stable spark routing and consistent terminal contact are required. The cap uses glass/mineral reinforced polyester resin for electrical insulation and includes aluminum terminals for dependable connection points. This design supports cleaner ignition performance in applications such as the 1980 Ford LTD, 1980 Lincoln Continental, 1980 Lincoln Mark VI, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1980 Mercury Marquis, and 1978-1979 Lincoln Versailles.
This part cross-references Champion Spark Plug 252 for the same application.
What This Part Helps Address
- Misfires caused by worn or carbon-tracked distributor cap terminals
- Weak spark transfer from cracked or electrically degraded cap material
- Ignition crossfire from damaged internal terminal paths
- Corrosion-related connection loss at the distributor cap terminals
- Static interference in systems that require proper ignition component control
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify distributor number and terminal layout before installation, especially on 1980 Ford LTD and 1980 Mercury Marquis applications with U.S. emissions equipment. Confirm the clip-style attachment and top tower position match the original cap. Inspect the rotor and ignition pickup condition during service, since this listing includes the distributor cap only.
Quality Assurance
Standard Ignition designs distributor caps with reinforced resin construction and terminal materials selected for electrical durability and corrosion resistance. The FD-160 is built to meet the fitment and ignition requirements listed for the specified Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | w/ U.S. Emissions; Dist. No. D9AE-BA |
| 1980 | Lincoln | Continental | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Exc. Canada; Dist. No. D9TE-BA |
| 1980 | Lincoln | Mark VI | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Exc. Canada; Dist. No. D9TE-BA |
| 1980 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | w/ Rectangular Rotor; w/ U.S. Emissions |
| 1980 | Mercury | Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | Compatible with vehicles equipped with U.S. Emissions for Distributor Ignition Pickup. |
| 1979 | Lincoln | Versailles | — | — | N/A | w/ EEC III |
| 1978 | Lincoln | Versailles | — | — | N/A | w/ EEC III |
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