1961 Pontiac Tempest Ignition and Tune-Up Products
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If you’re looking for an original Ignition and Tune-Up Products replacement for a 1961 Pontiac Tempest, you can search through our selection below. You’ll also find aftermarket and OEM Ignition and Tune-Up Products to meet your needs.
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Super Conductor; 8-cyl. Multi-Angle Plug; Socket/HEI (Part No.31199)
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$129.99
Set includes terminals for engines with early type (socket) and late type (HEI spark plug top) distributor caps. 90 degree boots and terminals factory installed on one end.
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- Extra Long 8.5mm Wires So You Can Cut To Your Designed Length
- Incl. both socket-style and spark plug-style boots and terminals
- Includes Mini-Stripper-Crimper For Factory Style Crimps
- Size Includes: [2]48/50/56 in./[3] 32 in. Wires/Boots/Terminals
- Durable outer sleeve is a proprietary compound for resistance to high heat or abrasion
- Stainless steel terminals feature dual crimp tabs to grip wire conductor and outer jacket separately
Driveworks – Ignition Coil (Part No.26189)
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$35.05
Driveworks® offers a line of aftermarket parts and accessories that are commercially acceptable and competitively priced, which provides professional technicians and DIYers with an affordable alternative for repairs.
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- Direct-fit OE replacement ensures ease of installation
- Designed to meet OE performance
- As the leader in commercially acceptable parts, we provide professional technicians with the quality parts they need
- As the leader in commercially acceptable parts, we provide professional technicians with the quality parts they need
Carquest Premium – Spark Plug Wire Set: 9 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit (Part No.35-8101)
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$36.99
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- SAEJ2031 Class E cable resist heat (428 Deg. F), cold (-104 Deg. F), electrical interference, abrasion and oil.
- Stainless steel magnetic winding delivers maximum voltage to the spark plug for more powerful, and longer spark resulting in optimum engine performance while reducing the chance for misfire, and eliminating radio static.
- 100% Pure silicone external insulation resists oil penetration, for lifetime protection against wire set failure.
- EPDM inner insulation stops power-robbing voltage leaks.
- With Magnetic-impregnated Kevlar internal conductors – durable and break resistant
- Engineered to meet OEM tolerances using variable pitch wire winding, creating better resistance to electric magnetic interference (E.M.I resistance).
- Excellent interference suppression and consistent performance
- Easy lock terminals for more convenient installation.
- Thick silicon outer jacket for excellent heat resistance. Insulating EPDM based compound inner jacket helps minimize voltage drop and enhance durability.
- Broad coverage available for most vehicles on the road today
- Include grease pack to ensure easy installation and removal
Carquest Premium – Spark Plug Wire Set: 9 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit (Part No.35-8194)
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- SAEJ2031 Class E cable resist heat (428 Deg. F), cold (-104 Deg. F), electrical interference, abrasion and oil.
- Stainless steel magnetic winding delivers maximum voltage to the spark plug for more powerful, and longer spark resulting in optimum engine performance while reducing the chance for misfire, and eliminating radio static.
- 100% Pure silicone external insulation resists oil penetration, for lifetime protection against wire set failure.
- EPDM inner insulation stops power-robbing voltage leaks.
- With Magnetic-impregnated Kevlar internal conductors – durable and break resistant
- Engineered to meet OEM tolerances using variable pitch wire winding, creating better resistance to electric magnetic interference (E.M.I resistance).
- Excellent interference suppression and consistent performance
- Easy lock terminals for more convenient installation.
- Thick silicon outer jacket for excellent heat resistance. Insulating EPDM based compound inner jacket helps minimize voltage drop and enhance durability.
- Broad coverage available for most vehicles on the road today
- Include grease pack to ensure easy installation and removal
Autolite – Double Platinum Spark Plug: Platinum Firing, Superior Durability, Longer Life (Part No.APP65)
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$6.49
Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, Autolite Double Platinum spark plugs feature platinum-to-platinum firing which virtually eliminates gap erosion, reduces misfires and increases durability of the plug. Consider upgrading to Autolite Iridium XP spark plugs for increased performance.
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- Works to optimize engine performance for a longer life and improved fuel economy
- OE design
- Full-platinum tips; platinum on both the center and side electrodes to promote reduced gap wear
- Platinum ball welding process provides a consistent point of contact for enhanced adhesion
Champion – Copper Plus Spark Plug: Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RV15YC4 (Part No.18)
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$3.49
Dependable Performance, OE Replacement, RV15YC4. This Champion spark plug features a copper core electrode that provides increased conductivity and heat control for good overall wear. The Copper Plus design ensures dependable performance and durability, while the copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range, extending the plug’s life. Built to ISO and SAE standards, it offers superior corrosion resistance and proven performance. The nickel center electrode tip and tapered seat type further enhance its reliability, making it an excellent choice for maintaining your engine’s efficiency.
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- Copper Plus – Dependable Performance and Durability
- Copper core center electrode allows for accurate control of heat range for longer life
- Superior corrosion resistance
- Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
- Built to ISO and SAE standards for proven performance
- Enhanced Conductivity and Heat Control: The Champion Copper Plus Spark Plug features a copper core electrode that provides increased conductivity and heat control, ensuring good overall wear and extending the plug’s life.
- Reliable Nickel Center Electrode Tip: Featuring a nickel center electrode tip and a tapered seat type, this spark plug ensures enhanced reliability and optimal engine performance.
Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAE1058)
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$16.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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PerTronix – D4051 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap Red (Part No.D4051)
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$37.99
Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound for superior protection from “arc-thru” and cross-fire. Our cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws. Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil which provi
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- PerTronix D4051 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap Red
- Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D120701)
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$367.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our distributors ship with Ignitor II technology modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor or bulky HEIs with this performance
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- PerTronix D120701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Vacuum Advance Red Cap
- Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D120800)
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$399.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our distributors ship with Ignitor II technology modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor or bulky HEIs with this performance
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- PerTronix D120800 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Non Vacuum Advance Black Cap
- Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
Carquest Premium – Ignition Condenser (Part No.GAA1039)
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$15.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest – Contact Set (Points) (Part No.A120V)
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$24.05
BWD SELECT replacement parts are designed, specified and manufactured with one goal in mind – to make them the very best. We use the finest materials and improve on OE specifications whenever possible. The result is maximum performance and longevity.
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- 100% pure copper windings in primary and secondary bobbins improve durability and provide higher resistance to internal shorts and dielectric breakdown
- Thermoplastic housing withstands heat stress for enhanced durability
- Internal core made from grain oriented electrical steel limits loss factor within magnetic circuit to reduce heat and ensure coil endurance
- External core made from oriented silicon steel ensures durability and longevity
- Stainless steel spring resists corrosion
NGK – NGK Wire Set (Part No.51426)
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$28.99
NGK ultra-low resistance mag core wire sets provide outstanding performance and durability. High-temp premium silicone outer jacket and inner EPDM/silicone insulation contain high voltage currents for excellent dielectric strength. Stainless steel winding
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- PERFECT FIT FOR YOUR VEHICLE: Built to OEM tolerances with OE quality or better materials
- BUILT TO LAST: Outer Jacket built to withstand temperatures greater than 250 degrees C, inner insulation EPDM or silicone for best dielectric strength
- STAINLESS STEEL TERMINALS: Provide the highest possible retention to ensure positive connections through the life of the set
- CYLINDER LEAD ID: Cylinder lead identification tags where possible make installation easier
Accel – Universal Fit 300+ Race Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.7040)
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$176.99
The oversized 8.8mm wire features a double silicone construction rated at over 600 F and 60kV. High gloss black silicone wire jacket not only looks great, but resists heat extremes, petrochemicals, ozone and moisture better than so-called blended materials for greater durability and longer life. High-density, high-temperature silicone insulation provides greater dielectric strength and eliminates arcing and the effects of corona better than typical OE style rubber materials. All-Kevlar stranded inner core and fiberglass braiding add greater pull strength and terminal retention. Stainless steel and brass terminals provide unsurpassed electrical conductivity and excellent corrosion resistance compared to terminals made of common or plated metals.
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- 150 Ohms/ft Of Resistance
- 600 F Rated Silicone Jacket
- Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
- Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
- Pre And Post HEI Vehicles
- Spiral-Wound Copper/Nickel Alloy
Dorman – Help – Spark Plug Non-Foulers – 14mm Gasket Seat Long Reach (Part No.42004)
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$9.99
This spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation on specified vehicles to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage. It is engineered for durability and reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage on specified vehicles
- Ideal solution – this non-fouler preserves spark plug life and is a reliable replacement for an original non-fouler that has failed due to corrosion
- Durable construction – made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
ACDelco – Ignition Capacitor (Part No.D203)
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$21.79
ACDelco Professional Ignition Condenser is a high quality aftermarket replacement component for one or more of the following vehicle systems: cooling, hvac, ignition, starting and charging, body-electrical and lighting, wiper and washer, and/or engine fuel management. This premium aftermarket condenser is manufactured to meet or exceed your expectations for fit, form, and function.
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- Professional, premium aftermarket replacement
- Provides the performance and dependability you expect from ACDelco
- Manufactured to meet expectations for fit, form, and function
ACDelco – Ignition Capacitor (Part No.D204)
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$16.99
ACDelco Professional Ignition Condenser is a high quality aftermarket replacement component for one or more of the following vehicle systems: cooling, hvac, ignition, starting and charging, body-electrical and lighting, wiper and washer, and/or engine fuel management. This premium aftermarket condenser is manufactured to meet or exceed your expectations for fit, form, and function.
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- Professional, premium aftermarket replacement
- Provides the performance and dependability you expect from ACDelco
- Manufactured to meet expectations for fit, form, and function
Accel – 8Mm Super Stock Graphite Uni (Part No.4040B)
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$65.99
ACCEL’s SuperStock 4000 series spark plug wire sets are designed to upgrade an OE ignition system for high-spark delivery levels for street driven applications. The 450 degree F rated silicone jacket is extruded over a tightly woven, rugged fiberglass braid. The braid is applied over high dielectric strength EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) inner insulation for ignition wire performance that exceeds SAE specifications.
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- 7mm And 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
- 450 F Rated Silicone Jacket
- Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
- RFI Suppression For Street Driven Applications
- Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
- High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
- Pre And Post HEI Vehicles
MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Super Conductor; Multi-Angle Plug; Socket/HEI (Part No.31179)
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$143.99
Set includes terminals for engines with early type (socket) and late type (HEI spark plug top) distributor caps. 90 degree boots and terminals factory installed on one end.
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- Extra Long 8.5mm Wires So You Can Cut To Your Designed Length
- Incl. both socket-style and spark plug-style boots and terminals
- Includes Mini-Stripper-Crimper For Factory Style Crimps
- Size Includes [6] 90 Deg. Boots/Terminals
- Durable outer sleeve is a proprietary compound for resistance to high heat or abrasion
- Stainless steel terminals feature dual crimp tabs to grip wire conductor and outer jacket separately
Felpro – DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET (Part No.11497)
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$3.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust
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- Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Engineered for the sealing repair environment
- Validated for fit, form and function
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Felpro – Distributor Mounting Gasket (Part No.12665)
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$1.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust
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- Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Engineered for the sealing repair environment
- Validated for fit, form and function
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Carquest Premium – Ignition Conversion Kit (Part No.CBA1048)
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$242.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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PerTronix – High-Performance Electronic Ignition for Delco 8-Cylinder Engines (Part No.1181)
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$117.99
For over thirty years, the Ignitor has proven itself in applications ranging from race cars to tractors. The Ignitor replaces breaker points and troublesome factory electronic ignitions with a dependable, self contained and maintenance free electronic ign
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- PerTronix 1181 Ignitor Delco 8 cyl
- Delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life.
Carquest – Distributor Rotor (Part No.23A1019)
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$5.49
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.
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- High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to
Carquest – Distributor Rotor (Part No.D138)
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BWD SELECT designs, specifies, and manufactures replacement parts with one goal in mind-make them the very best. To maximize performance and longevity, we use the finest materials and improve on OE specifications, whenever possible.
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- High-quality direct replacement electrical connector allows you to replace only the damaged connector instead of the entire harness for a cost-effective repair
- The terminal is manufactured with high grade materials such as copper alloy, brass, and phosphor bronze. The housing is fabricated using polyamide resins. All of the materials together provide the connectors with prolonged life and superior performance.
- All electrical connectors are 100% tested for proper mechanical and electrical fit, form and function
- Offering thousands of high-quality pigtails & sockets for nearly every electrical job
Accel – Adj:Vac Adv GM V8 Point Dist (Part No.31034)
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$54.39
This unit permits a seamless wide range of adjustment to both amount and rate of ignition advance. This unit helps increase horsepower and throttle response. It provides maximum spark advance while preventing detonation or “pinging”. This kit includes an allen wrench for easy adjustment along with instructions.
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- Adjustable Vacuum Advance
- Increases Horsepower And Throttle Response
- Includes Allen Wrench For Adjustments
- Instantly Increase Horsepower
- Maximum Possible Spark Advance
- Not Legal For Sale/Use In CA
PerTronix – D9010 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Clockwise Vacuum Lockout Kit (Part No.D9010)
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$10.99
Vacuum Advance & LockoutThese vacuum canisters help optimize ignition advance for maximum part throttle performance and cruise speed efficiency. Our vacuum lockout plates allow for precise pickup coil position and accurate rotor phasing.
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- PerTronix D9010 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Clockwise Vacuum Lockout Kit
- These vacuum canisters help optimize ignition advance for maximum part throttle performance and cruise speed efficiency.
Carquest Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1015)
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$31.99
The distributor is just one piece of this type of ignition system which is typically driven by the engine’s camshaft. The distributor is the device that delivers the ignition spark to the spark plugs at a precise time, and spark timing is critical. Any wear or component out of place in this type of system will result in failure. Within the distributor and mounted to it are many individual pieces which allow the distributor and system to be maintained and repaired to keep it in top working order.
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- All products are constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.
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1961 Pontiac Tempest Ignition and Tune-Up Products
You count on your 1961 Pontiac Tempest to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Ignition and Tune-Up Products. With 96 Ignition and Tune-Up Products ranging in price from $2.49 to $538.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1961 Pontiac Tempest.
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Universal Fit Super Stock 8mm Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set
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Conventional Nickel Tip Copper Core Spark Plug: Reduces Corrosion & Maximizes Durability
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RAPIDFIRE Premium Platinum Tip Copper Core Spark Plug: Reduces Misfires & Enhances Durability
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Blaster 2 Coil: High Performance Ignition Upgrade
“Had one before and blew it up, good easy replacement. MSD makes a good product.”
