EP-FD29 Distributor for Ford Taurus Thunderbird 3.8L V6 1988-1995 (Replaces E8DE-12127-AB)
The EP-FD29 is a complete electronic distributor for Ford Taurus 3.8L (1988-1995), Thunderbird 3.8L (including Supercharged SC), Mercury Cougar 3.8L (1991-1996), and Sable 3.8L. The 3.8L Essex V6 powered Ford’s most important performance and luxury models for eight years. Ships with TFI module, cap, and rotor. Replaces OEM E8DE-12127-AB / E8DE-12127-AC / E8DZ-12127-A / E8SE-12127-AA / E8SZ-12127-A / 84-2688 / DST2688. ISO 9001:2015, CE-EMC, UL, UKCA certified.
EP Aftermarket Ignition Distributor
EP-FD29 — Ignition Distributor for Ford Taurus Thunderbird 3.8L Essex V6 1988-1995
Ford EFI distributor · 3.8L Essex V6 · Taurus Thunderbird Cougar 1988-95 · Replaces E8DE-12127-AB E8SZ-12127-A · Cap rotor included
Model
EP-FD29
Type
EFI Electronic
Engine
3.8L Essex V6
App
Taurus/Thunderbird
OEM
E8DE-12127-AB
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
| EP Model No. | EP-FD29 / XL-2688 |
| Product type | Electronic Ignition Distributor — Complete Assembly |
| Vehicle application | Ford Taurus 3.8L · Ford Thunderbird 3.8L · Mercury Cougar 3.8L · Mercury Sable 3.8L · 1988-1995 |
| Engine | Ford 3.8L Essex V6 (232 CID) -- supercharged and naturally aspirated variants |
| Years | 1988-1995 |
| Includes | Distributor body, TFI module, cap, and rotor |
| Replaces OEM | E8DE-12127-AB · E8DE-12127-AC · E8DZ-12127-A · E8SE-12127-AA · E8SZ-12127-A · 84-2688 · DST2688 |
| Certification | ISO 9001:2015 · CE-EMC · UL · UKCA |
| Brand | EP (Ever-Power) |
The EP-FD29 is a complete electronic distributor for the Ford 3.8L Essex V6 (232 CID) -- one of Ford's most important and widely-installed V6 engines of the late 1980s and 1990s. The 3.8L Essex powers the Taurus, Thunderbird, Cougar, and Mercury Sable across an eight-year production span, appearing in both naturally aspirated and supercharged configurations in the Thunderbird Super Coupe.
The 3.8L Essex V6 distributor covers a wide fitment range: Ford Taurus 3.8L from 1988 through 1995, Ford Thunderbird 3.8L (including the SC supercharged version) from 1988 through 1997, Mercury Cougar 3.8L through 1996, and Mercury Sable 3.8L. The OEM references span from E8DE-12127-AB through E8SZ-12127-A, covering the production updates across this period.
Ships complete with TFI module, cap, and rotor. The EP-FD29 replaces all major OEM and aftermarket cross-references for this application: E8DE-12127-AB/AC, E8DZ-12127-A, E8SE-12127-AA, E8SZ-12127-A, Cardone 84-2688, and WAI DST2688.

Key features
3.8L Essex V6 broad platform coverage
Covers Taurus, Thunderbird (including Supercharged), Cougar, and Sable 3.8L V6 from 1988-1995 -- one of Ford's highest-volume V6 applications.
Supercharged Thunderbird SC compatible
The 3.8L Essex distributor is shared between naturally aspirated and supercharged (SC) applications -- EP-FD29 covers both variants.
8-year production span OEM coverage
Replaces E8DE through E8SZ series OEM numbers spanning the complete 1988-1995 3.8L Essex production period.
Complete TFI assembly
Ships with TFI module, cap, and rotor for direct installation.
Vehicle fitment
| Make | Model | Years | Engine |
| Ford | Taurus 3.8L | 1988-1995 | Essex V6 232 CID EFI |
| Ford | Thunderbird 3.8L | 1988-1995 | Essex V6 / Supercharged V6 |
| Ford | Cougar 3.8L | 1991-1996 | Essex V6 |
| Mercury | Sable 3.8L | 1995 | Essex V6 |

Application scenarios
Thunderbird and Cougar 3.8L EFI service
Thunderbird and Cougar V6 owners -- including the performance SC variant -- use EP-FD29 for TFI distributor replacement.
Taurus 3.8L fleet and owner service
Taurus 3.8L owners replacing high-mileage distributors use EP-FD29 for cost-effective EFI ignition service.
Ford 3.8L V6 wholesale supply
Parts distributors serving the broad 3.8L Essex V6 market stock EP-FD29 for Taurus, Thunderbird, and Cougar coverage.
Installation guide
Disconnect battery. The 3.8L Essex V6 distributor is accessible from the top of the engine. Mark rotor position and housing alignment. Disconnect TFI connector and vacuum hose. Remove hold-down and old distributor. Install EP-FD29 in same orientation. Reconnect connector and vacuum hose. EEC-IV controls timing -- no adjustment required if installed in same position.
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Quality assurance
Every EP Ford distributor is manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management. Each unit is individually tested for cap-to-rotor alignment, TFI module function (EFI-era units), pickup signal integrity, shaft seal condition, and distributor gear specification before shipment. CE-EMC electromagnetic compatibility certification, UL listing, and UKCA conformity confirm compliance across all major export markets. Units ship complete with cap and rotor -- TFI module included on EFI-era units where applicable.

More EP HEI distributors
| Model | Application | Engine |
| EP-FD28 | Ford Taurus 2.5L / Tempo 2.3L 1984-1991 | EFI 4CYL Taurus/Tempo |
| EP-FD21 | Ford 4.9L 300 I6 EFI 1987-1991 | 300 CID I6 EFI early |
| EP-FD08 | Ford Bronco/F-350 4.9L I6 1992-1996 | 300 CID I6 EFI later |
| EP-FD18 | Ford Bronco/Ranger 4.9L/V6 1986-1992 | Bronco/Ranger EFI |
| EP-FD12 | Ford Aerostar/Ranger/Windstar 3.0L Vulcan V6 | 3.0L Vulcan V6 |
| EP-FD07 | Ford FE 390/406 Classic 1958-1971 | FE V8 Classic era |
| EP-FD06 | Ford Bronco/Country Sedan Classic FE V8 | 1st-gen Bronco Classic |
| EP-FD20 | Ford Bronco 1978 6.6L 400M V8 Duraspark | 400M Duraspark |
About the manufacturer
EP (Ever-Power) — Automotive Ignition Specialist Since 1999
25+
Years in production
300+
Distributor models
80%
Export ratio
4
Certifications
Founded in 1999 in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, EP manufactures over 300 distributor models serving global aftermarket channels. Our Ford Distributor range covers every major Ford engine platform in the distributor era -- the 4.9L inline six, the 5.0L and 5.8L Windsor V8, the 7.5L 460 big block, the 3.0L Vulcan V6, the 3.8L Essex V6, the 2.3L/2.5L HSC four-cylinder, and the classic FE 390/406 and FE 400M/460 big block families.

EP Ford distributors are engineered as direct OEM replacements -- same external dimensions, same connector configuration, same TFI module interface, and same distributor gear material specification as the original Motorcraft units. Wholesale buyers, Amazon resellers, and service chains source directly from our factory. EP is part of the Ever-Power Group, also producing drive chains and a comprehensive range of mechanical transmission products.
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of a failing Ford EFI distributor or TFI module?
Does the EP-FD29 ship with the TFI module, cap, and rotor?
Does the EP-FD29 fit the Thunderbird Super Coupe (SC) supercharged 3.8L as well as the standard 3.8L?
What is the difference between distributor-mounted TFI and remote-mounted TFI?
Do I need to reset the timing after replacing the Ford EFI distributor?
How do I order the EP-FD29 for export or wholesale?
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Disclaimer: Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Motorcraft, and other brand names and OEM part numbers are used for product compatibility reference only. EP (Ever-Power) products are high-quality aftermarket replacement parts and are not affiliated with Ford Motor Company or its subsidiaries. Always verify fitment using the OEM part number on your existing distributor before ordering. All trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
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