1971 AMC Ambassador Distributors

Your 1971 AMC Ambassador might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Distributors you desperately need.

We currently carry 8 Distributors to choose from for your 1971 AMC Ambassador, and our inventory prices range from as little as $367.99 up to $604.99.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 3 different trusted brands of Distributors for the 1971 AMC Ambassador. We only sell parts from trusted brands like MSD Ignition so that you can find quality parts you can count on.

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Distributors for Your 1971 AMC Ambassador

MSD Ignition – Distributor; AMC V8; Ready-to-Run (Part No.8523)

Distributor; AMC V8; Ready-to-Run

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$604.99
Finally an answer for your amps worn out breaker points distributor! This Ready-to-Run Pro-Billet distributor has a built-in inductive module that produces up to 7.5 A to create a high voltage spark at the plug. This spark improves combustion of the fuel mixture resulting in quick starts, a smooth idle and great performance. Since this distributor has its own ignitions module there is no need to run an MSD Ignition control. Installation of the distributor is simple with only three wires to connect with the supplied Weathertight harness. Under the MSD cap is a mechanical advance that is supplied with different advance springs and stop bushings, giving you 24 curves to choose from. the ready to run AMC distributor also has a vacuum advance canister and is supplied with everything you need for installation.

Product Features:
  • Simple and clean three wire installation
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied w/HEI style distributor cap/rotor (accepts Cap-A-Dapts)
  • QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
  • Easy-to-adjust mech. advance w/supplied springs and stop bushings
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
  • Built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
  • Includes built-in Rev Limiter
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Mallory – Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37 (Part No.3760001)

Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37

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$455.99
The industry standard with adjustable mechanical advance curve. Triggered by photo-optic infrared LED system. Improved combustion efficiency and economy, increased spark plug life and cold weather starting, and maintenance free operation.

Product Features:
  • Improved Combustion And Economy
  • Increased Spark Plug Life
  • Improved Cold Weather Starting
  • Maintenance Free Operation
  • Accurate Spark Timing
  • Self-Lubricating Bushings
  • Years Of Trouble-Free Service
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; AMC V8 Engines (Part No.8519)

Distributor; AMC V8 Engines

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$449.99
There is a big following of AMC enthusiasts that are cruising a 401 equipped Javelin or trail blazing in a rock crawling Jeep with an inline 6-cylinder! MSD offers two Pro-Billet distributors to deliver accurate trigger signals and are maintenance-free! Under the brass terminal cap of each distributor is MSD’s race proven magnetic pick-up. This pick-up never requires adjustment and simply plugs right into an MSD Ignition control. Just above it and under our strong race rotor is an adjustable mechanical advance assembly. The chro-moly weights of this assembly slide on nylon bushings producing smooth movement of the timing. You can easily adjust the curve to match your engine’s requirements with the supplied springs and stop bushings. Each precision CNC-machined billet aluminum housing features a sealed ball-bearing and long sintered bushing for stability at any RPM and increased endurance. An oversized steel shaft receives a QPQ coating to reduce friction and prevent corrosion.

Product Features:
  • Designed For Street/Performance Use w/Mech or Vacuum Advance
  • Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied w/HEI style distributor cap/rotor (accepts Cap-A-Dapts)
  • QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • Easy-to-adjust mech. advance w/supplied springs and stop bushings
  • Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
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PerTronix – D7160700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Black Cap (Part No.D7160700)

D7160700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Black Cap

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$404.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our I3 billet distributors ship with the all NEW Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D7160700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Black Cap
  • Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford
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PerTronix – D7160701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Cap (Part No.D7160701)

D7160701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Cap

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$399.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our I3 billet distributors ship with the all NEW Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D7160701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Cap
  • Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D160801)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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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

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D160801 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Non Vacuum Advance Red Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D160710)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$371.99
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

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D160710 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Vacuum Advance Black Male Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D160700)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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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

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D160700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Vacuum Advance Black Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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