1978 Buick Skylark Distributors

Essential 1978 Buick Skylark Distributors

Carquest Premium – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.DGA1005)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$48.99
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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ACDelco – Distributor Rotor (Part No.D448X)

Distributor Rotor

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$16.49
ACDelco Professional Distributor Rotor 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 rotor is manufactured to meet or exceed your expectations for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Professional, premium aftermarket replacement
  • Provides the performance and dependability you expect from ACDelco
  • Manufactured to meet expectations for fit, form, and function
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Carquest – Distributor Rotor (Part No.D157)

Distributor Rotor

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$13.05
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.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • Noise-suppressing coating on segment prevents electrical interference with radio and other electronic circuits
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Carquest – Distributor Rotor (Part No.23A1019)

Distributor Rotor

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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.

Product Features:
  • High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D151801)

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 D151801 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Buick V8 215-350 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.D106700)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$414.99
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 D106700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet GM L6 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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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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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap Cover (Part No.CAC1105)

Distributor Cap Cover

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$12.49
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 – Distributor Cap Cover (Part No.C185)

Distributor Cap Cover

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$18.99
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • Designed to OE standards for ease of installation
  • BWD SELECT® caps have solid brass terminals for better conductivity and greater resistance to electrical pitting and erosion for a longer service life
  • The BWD SELECT® exceed the original performance. The benefit is greater customer confidence.
  • BWD is a global manufacturer of original equipment ignition products, complete quality control is maintained through the manufacturing process from componentry to finished product
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Carquest – Distributor Cap Cover (Part No.C198A)

Distributor Cap Cover

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$14.99
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • Designed to OE standards for ease of installation
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap Carbon Button (Part No.CAA1216)

Distributor Cap Carbon Button

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$9.49
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; MSD Chevy Distributor; .500 ID; Iron (Part No.8531)

Distributor Gear; MSD Chevy Distributor; .500 ID; Iron

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$46.99
This gear test fixture features variable rpm and oil pressure control allowing MSD engineers the ability to maintain the exact conditions that they want for gear tests. Severe loads can be placed on the gear and the fixture can spin up to 10,000 rpm. Features increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60). Micro polished surface for smooth contact. Proprietary formulated ductile iron. Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear. Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and running properties.

Product Features:
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
  • Micro Polished Surface For Smooth Contact
  • Proprietary formulated ductile iron.
  • Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear
  • Interstitial carbide improves wear resistance/running properties
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Connector (Part No.FAA1133)

Distributor Connector

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$54.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Felpro – Distributor Mounting Gasket (Part No.70051)

Distributor Mounting Gasket

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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

Product Features:
  • 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
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Felpro – DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET (Part No.70194)

DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET

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$2.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • 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
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Felpro – Distributor Mounting Gasket (Part No.70024)

Distributor Mounting Gasket

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$1.99
Fel-Pro® gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Delphi – Distributor Ignition Pickup (Part No.CE10005)

Distributor Ignition Pickup

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$19.99
Delphi OE technology ignition products are validated to match the vehicles system; OE quality replacement parts for the right fit , form and function; Delphi coils provide OE performance, durability and electromagnetic capacity level requirements.

Product Features:
  • OE quality replacement parts for the right fit, form and function
  • Delphi OE technology ignition products are validated to match the vehicles system
  • Delphi’s coil products are designed and endurance tested to resist the common stresses that cause failure
  • OE quality replacement parts for the right fit, form and function
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Felpro – Distributor Mounting Gasket (Part No.12665)

Distributor Mounting Gasket

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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

Product Features:
  • 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
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAE1983)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$30.49
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAE1055)

Distributor Cap

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$19.99
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAC1815)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$17.29
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

Mr. Gasket – Transparent Distributor Cap (Part No.1260)

Transparent Distributor Cap

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$51.99
With twice the dielectric strength of stock caps (no more shorting or arcing), these caps will not carbon track. Fits all 1957-74 V8 Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac with window cap.

Product Features:
  • Will not carbon track
  • No more shorting or cracking
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Carquest – Distributor Cap (Part No.24C1009)

Distributor Cap

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$10.79
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1015)

Distributor Vacuum Advance

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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.

Product Features:
  • All products are constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1098)

Distributor Vacuum Advance

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$14.79
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 Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1102)

Distributor Vacuum Advance

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$25.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right automatic transmission speed sensor for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions. Designed to meet OE quali

Product Features:
  • Lifecycle tested to meet or exceed OE specifications
  • Direct OE replacement
  • High strength thermoplastic is resistant to shock, temperature and chemicals. Also protects internal components from moisture and contaminants.
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1036)

Distributor Vacuum Advance

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$29.99
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.

Product Features:
  • All products are constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1049)

Distributor Vacuum Advance

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$18.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right automatic transmission speed sensor for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions. Designed to meet OE quali

Product Features:
  • Lifecycle tested to meet or exceed OE specifications
  • Direct OE replacement
  • High strength thermoplastic is resistant to shock, temperature and chemicals. Also protects internal components from moisture and contaminants.
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications.
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1978 Buick Skylark Distributors

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Buick Skylark. Maybe you just need a couple of Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 48 different Distributors in our inventory ranging from $2.29 to $449.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Buick Skylark running smoothly.

Distributors are only as good as their brand. We stock 9 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Buick Skylark. MSD Ignition, AC Delco, and Felpro are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Distributors for your 1978 Buick Skylark, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 594 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, With Coil with 3.8 stars and Distributor Rotor with 4.3 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Distributors to keep your 1978 Buick Skylark rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Distributors Brands To Make Your 1978 Buick Skylark Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Buick Skylark demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Distributors make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Skylark the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Distributors brands and parts.

Popular Driveworks Distributors

We carry Driveworks parts in our stock across Distributor Cap Kits and Distributor Rotor Buttons categories, plus more. For a 1978 Buick Skylark, our most popular Driveworks Distributors include:
Distributor Cap
from $17.05
(3)
Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits
Distributor Rotor
from $11.05
(3)
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons

FAQs for 1978 Buick Skylark Distributors

What are the most purchased Distributors for the 1978 Buick Skylark?

Out of 48 Distributors for the 1978 Buick Skylark, the most popular in our inventory are:
DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET
from $2.29
(5)
DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET
Distributor Small Parts
Distributor Rotor
from $16.49
(12)
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons
Ignition Distributor Cap
from $26.49
(11)
Ignition Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits

What are the top-rated 1978 Buick Skylark Distributors?

Top-rated Distributors for your 1978 Buick Skylark based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, With Coil
from $204.99
(19)
Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, With Coil
“My son needed it for his car. It was a Christmas present.”
Distributor Rotor
from $13.05
(3)
Distributor Rotor
“Good quality”
Distributor Cap
from $19.05
(1)
Distributor Cap
“Good, what can you say as long as it fits and does the job.”