2.8 V6 Duraspark and Points-type Distributors 30-2691 Florida

[Halfmoon]

*READ THIS POST FIRST - UPDATED OCTOBER 7, 2023*

*I HAVE 2 OF THE POINTS-TYPE DISTRIBUTORS LEFT AND NONE OF THE DURASPARK*

These are 2.8 V6 distributors for 1974-79 Mustang II Capri Pinto and also for 1983-85 Rangers and Bronco II, to replace the computer controlled distributor. The points-type can be used as is.

I am doing a Duraspark conversion on my 85 B2 and found these distributors used at salvage yards. I couldn't find any reman, new, or NOS 30-2691, 30-2671, or points-type distributors after diligent searching. I was fortunate to find some on salvage yards.

I have 3 points-type distributors at this time. They all turn freely with no play noted in any of the shafts. I got these because I was worried that I wouldn't find a Duraspark distributor. I've had points-type distributors in many cars and they can be very reliable, or convert to electronic with Pertronix. $75/each includes USPS shipping in lower 48.

I have had good luck with used parts, but these are priced low enough, given their scarcity, for you to have them rebuilt. No guarantees, warranties, or returns.

I'm a real person near Gainesville, Florida. Thanks for looking, Steve.

 

[85ranger30-2691]

I’m needing a 30-2691.!

 

[Halfmoon]

I’m needing a 30-2691.!

They are very very scarce...I lucked into 4 used ones and 4 points-type for the 2.8 V6. I used one of the Duraspark in my 85 B2 and quickly sold the rest on here and the Ranger Station Forum. I have 2 of the points-type left. Shafts turn without excessive play. Vacuum cans leak down. $75 each includes shipping in continental US. Sorry, but I must sell as-is, no warranties or returns.

 

[85ranger30-2691]

I was looking through pertronix website and couldn’t find a conversion from points on there. Before I buy one do you know the part number to convert them? I’m also doing the duraspark conversion on my 85 ranger. The distributor is the last thing I need.

 

[Halfmoon]

Try Bosch distributor 0231308011 PFU 6, numbers off one I sold that looked like it had Pertronix or similar parts in it replacing the points.

 

[85ranger30-2691]

Ok I will check that out, I’ll probably end up buying one from you

 

[85ranger30-2691]

Do you have a part number of one of the distributors you have ? So I can maybe look it up that way.

 

[Halfmoon]

Do you have a part number of one of the distributors you have ? So I can maybe look it up that way.

"Bosch distributor 0231308011 PFU 6", also found at RockAuto for 74 Mustang II with 2.8 V6: AUTOLINE D464, AUTOLINE D465, CARDONE 31966, CARDONE 31968 (ALL OUT OF STOCK)

 

[85ranger30-2691]

Ok I was under the impression that only the 77 & 78 mustang ii had the right distributor for the conversion.

 

[Halfmoon]

The very same 2.8 V6 engine was used in 74-79 Mustang II/Capri, Pinto and some others, and then 83-85 Ranger/Bronco II. 74 was only year with points, 75-79 was Duraspark, and...well, we know about the Rangers.

 

[Halfmoon]

Somebody smarter than I am might be able to find out what Ford used the 2.8 in 80-82, and solve all of our ignition part supply issues.

 

[85ranger30-2691]

I found a 30-2691 but need the gear. Do you have a gear ?

 

[Halfmoon]

That's great. Gear is probably the same as your old tfi distributor.

 

[85ranger30-2691]

It is, but that one is broken too.