Distributor Gears

On vehicles with mechanical spark timing, the distributor gear sits at the bottom of the distributor’s shaft, where it meshes with the gear on the camshaft. This...

On vehicles with mechanical spark timing, the distributor gear sits at the bottom of the distributor’s shaft, where it meshes with the gear on the camshaft. This gear can wear out over time, or you might need one that’s compatible with a new camshaft. To maintain proper timing, grab your new distributor gear right here at Summit Racing Equipment!

Gear Materials

If the distributor gear is softer than the cam, it’ll wear out quickly. If it’s harder than the cam, the cam gear will wear out (which is a more expensive repair). Ideally, the distributor gear should be slightly softer.

Distributor gears are...

Gear Materials

Distributor gears are available in four different materials: composite (light, durable, and soft), bronze (for use with billet steel cams), cast iron (for use with cast iron, flat tappet cams), and melonized or hardened steel (the hardest material, used for OEM replacements). For a more complete explanation of the materials and their compatibility, check out our Help Center article.

Top Brands

For this critical link in your timing, don’t settle for less than the best! Summit carries distributor gears from all of the top brands in automotive performance, including COMP Cams, MSD, ACDelco, Dorman, Howards Cams, Proform, Mallory, Lunati, and many more.

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COMP Cams Composite Distributor Gears 12140

COMP Cams Composite Distributor Gears 12140

Distributor Gear, Composite, Carbon Ultra-Poly, .500 in. Diameter Shaft, Chevy, Small Block, Big Block, Each

Part Number: CCA-12140

3.97 out of 5 stars ( 30 )

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COMP Cams Composite Distributor Gears 12200

Distributor Gear, Composite, Carbon Ultra-Poly, .491 in. Diameter Shaft, Chevy, Small Block, Big Block, Each

Part Number: CCA-12200

4.33 out of 5 stars ( 12 )

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COMP Cams Composite Distributor Gears 35200

Distributor Gear, Composite, Carbon Ultra-Poly, .467 in. Diameter Shaft, Ford, 221-302, 351W, Each

Part Number: CCA-35200

2.43 out of 5 stars ( 7 )

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PRW Bronze Distributor Gears 70408467

DISTRIBUTOR GEAR, BRONZE, FORD Small Block 1963-95, 0.467"

Part Number: PQX-70408467

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PRW Bronze Distributor Gears 70350491

DISTRIBUTOR GEAR, BRONZE, CHEV 262-454 1955-00, 0.491"

Part Number: PQX-70350491

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PRW Bronze Distributor Gears 70302500

DISTRIBUTOR GEAR, BRONZE, FORD Small Block 1963-95, 0.500"

Part Number: PQX-70302500

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PRW Bronze Distributor Gears 70302531

DISTRIBUTOR GEAR, BRONZE, FORD Small Block 1963-95, 0.531"

Part Number: PQX-70302531

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PRW Bronze Distributor Gears 70350500

DISTRIBUTOR GEAR, BRONZE, CHEV 262-454 1955-00, 0.500"

Part Number: PQX-70350500

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COMP Cams Composite Distributor Gears 12146

Distributor Gear, Composite, Carbon Ultra-Poly, 0.006 in. Oversized and Bevel, Chevy, Each

Part Number: CCA-12146

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PRW Bronze Distributor Gears 70262491

DISTRIBUTOR GEAR, BRONZE, CHEV 262-454 1955-00, 0.491", Reverse Rotation

Part Number: PQX-70262491

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COMP Cams Composite Distributor Gears 12149

Distributor Gear, Composite, Carbon Ultra-Poly, 0.009 in. Oversized and Bevel, Chevy, Each

Part Number: CCA-12149

5.0 out of 5 stars ( 1 )

Estimated Ship Date: May 14, 2026 if ordered today

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