1978 Chevrolet K30 Performance Distributors
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Essential 1978 Chevrolet K30 Performance Distributors
MSD Ignition – Distributor; Billet GM HEI (Part No.8365)
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The Chevrolet HEI distributor is a favorite for muscle cars, street rods and even circle track racers. The integrated coil keeps under mount wiring clean, and for race cars, the idea of running one wire to the distributor keeps things simple. However, when it comes to performance, the stock HEI falls short. MSD answers the need for a strong, accurate and high performance HEI with our Pro-Billet HEI. The distributor is supplied with our digital HEI module and coil so there is plenty of spark energy combined with improved dwell and timing control. Tig welded on top of the distributor shaft is MSD’s adjustable centrifugal advance assembly. Three sets of springs and four stop bushings let you dial in up to 24 different timing curves to match your driving needs. Plus, there’s a vacuum advance for those concerned with economy. All of this is assembled around a precision and great looking CNC machined housing.
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- Complete performance HEI distributor upgrade for Chevy V8 engines
- Supplied w/Brass Terminal Distributor Cap And Rotor
- Full Spark Energy Output To 9000 Rpm
- An 8.5 amp; single spark; inductive discharge ignition module
- Includes MSD PN[83647] and MSD HEI Coil PN[8225]
- Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
- Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
- Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
MSD Ignition – Distributor; Tall Block Chevy V8; Low Profile (Part No.8558)
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The unique design of these distributors fit tight intake systems while still transferring the high voltage of the MSD racing ignition to the spark plugs. The high voltage carrying capabilities are the result of several features which have been designed into these low-profile distributors. This includes a large diameter cap with wide spaced terminals and an injection molded Rynite rotor with thick vanes to stir up the air inside the cap. The high dielectric Rynite base also prevents arcing to the billet housing. Since these distributors are used primarily in racing applications, an oversized steel shaft is responsible for delivering the sparks. This shaft is QPQ coated for friction reduction and receives guidance from a sealed ball-bearing assembly and an extra long, precision sintered bushing for smooth operation. Note: must be used with an MSD crank trigger and ignition control.
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- Designed to fit low in the block to clear firewall/intake combos
- Supplied w/Bronze Gear
- Supplied w/Large Diameter HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
- Must Be Used w/An MSD Crank Trigger And MSD Ignition Control
- O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
- Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
- QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
- Oversized Polished Steel Shaft w/QPQ Coating
MSD Ignition – Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance (Part No.8361)
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The street Pro-Billet is a popular route for people looking for proven race performance for their street cars. A vacuum advance canister provides economy and the proven MSD mechanical advance gives you the opportunity to dial-in a timing curve to fit your needs. Inside, an oversized steel shaft is QPQ coated for low friction and rides in a sealed ball bearing at the top of the distributor with an extra-long sintered bushing at the bottom. This combination keeps the shaft steady creating accurate spark delivery at any RPM. The street Pro-Billet relies on a magnetic pick-up to trigger the MSD Ignition control which delivers the powerful sparks to the coil. This pick-up is extremely accurate and never needs adjusting.
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- Designed for street/performance use w/mechanical or vacuum adv.
- Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
- Supplied w/An HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
- Accepts Cap-A-Dapts
- O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
- Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
- Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
- Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
MSD Ignition – Distributor; Crank Trigger; Chevy V8 Low Profile (Part No.84697)
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The unique design of these distributors fit tight intake systems while still transferring the high voltage of the MSD racing ignition to the spark plugs. The high voltage carrying capabilities are the result of several features which have been designed to fit the tight quarters and still accurately deliver sparks.
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- Designed to fit low in the block to clear firewall/intake combos
- Supplied w/Bronze Gear
- Supplied w/Large Diameter HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
- Must Be Used w/An MSD Crank Trigger And MSD Ignition Control
- O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
- Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
- QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
- Oversized Polished Steel Shaft w/QPQ Coating
MSD Ignition – Distributor; Street Fire; Chevrolet V8 GM HEI with 4-Pin Module (Part No.8362)
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Introducing the Street Fire value-line brand of MSD Ignition. Street Fire components offer a quality designed alternative to the bottom bargain parts that are springing up all over. We’re so assured with the quality of our new Street Fire HEI distributor that we provide a one year warranty with it! We know the importance of a centrifugal advance in a distributor so our engineers made sure that the Street Fire receive an advance assembly with coated weights and welded weight pins (Not just pressed in like other models). Another area that you cannot afford to scrimp on is with a distributor gear. The Street Fire is fit with the same gear that is used on our Pro-Billet models. The metallurgy of this gear has been refined for years to perform through the harshest conditions. Inside, the ignition module and coil work together to produce a stout spark to light the fuel mixture for great performance.
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- Included 4-Pin Module
- The only value priced HEI with a full one year warranty
- Heavy duty distributor gear for durability
- Welded weight pins and heavy duty construction
- Adjustable vacuum advance helps tune it to each engine
- 21° of mechanical advance
MSD Ignition – Rotor; Extreme Output; GM HEI (Part No.84101)
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With the introduction of our 20 Amp extreme HEI module, we needed an HEI cap and rotor that could withstand the high output. The answer was to mold our own HEI cap, rotor and coil cover. The cap and rotor will fit our HEI Pro-Billet distributor, PN 8365, plus will work on stock applications.
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- Extreme output rotor
Accel – Ignition/Electrical (Part No.130120)
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ACCEL Hi-Performance rotors offer superior protection from arc-thru and crossfire. Features hi-performance 60,000 volt alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability and resist centrifugal forces at high racing RPMs.
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- Max stability for all RPM ranges
- Heavy duty for maximum energy transfer
Mr. Gasket – Distributor Hold-Down Clamp (Part No.1009)
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Add sparkle to your engine with this chromed hold-down clamp. With bolt and gasket. Serrations on the bottom prevent distributor and magneto rotation for accurate timing.
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- Rolled Edges For Strength
- Ideal For Magnetos
- Ideal For Ignition Distributor
PerTronix – D9007 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor 4-Pin Wire Harness/Capacitor (Part No.D9007)
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Wiring Harness and CapacitorPremium quality wire harness and capacitor insure good connection and “static free” operation.
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- PerTronix D9007 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor 4-Pin Wire Harness/Capacitor
- Premium quality wire harness and capacitor.
PerTronix – D660701 Rotor Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor (Part No.D660701)
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Rotor for Flame-Thrower cast distributors. Premium rotor with brass contact
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- PerTronix D660701 Rotor Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor
- Rotor for Flame-Thrower cast distributors
PerTronix – D4061 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Red (Part No.D4061)
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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 D4061 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Red
- Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
PerTronix – D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor (Part No.D700700)
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Performance mechanical advance springs.
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- PerTronix D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor
- Performance mechanical advance springs.
PerTronix – D4260 Flame-Thrower Distributor Rotor HEI/EST Black (Part No.D4260)
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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 D4260 Flame-Thrower Distributor Rotor HEI/EST Black
- Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
PerTronix – D9001 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Advance Curve Kit (Part No.D9001)
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Mechanical Advance Curve Ki tPrecision machined chromoly weights and center plate eliminate erratic timing. Three sets of springs, guide bushings and complete installation instructions make recurving your distributor easy.
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- PerTronix D9001 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Advance Curve Kit
- Precision machined chromoly weights and center plate.
PerTronix – D4062 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Blue (Part No.D4062)
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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 D4062 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Blue
- Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8124)
Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8123)
MSD Ignition – Distributor Cap and Rotor; MSD/GM V8 Points (Part No.8442)
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The cap and rotor of any ignition system must be considered maintenance items. Just as you change the oil and filter of your car, you should always replace the cap and rotor as a set. To make things easy, we now offer these cap and rotor replacement kits.
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- Fits MSD/GM V8 Distributors
- Made from high quality materials
- Brass terminals
- High dielectric properties
Accel – Cap/Rotor (Part No.8129)
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ACCEL cap and rotor kits offer superior protection from “arc-thru” and crossfire. Features 60k V-rated alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability. Brass inserts and steel rotor springs provide for high spark energy flow.
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- See catalog for application information
- Features 60K V Rated Alkyd Compound
Popular 1978 Chevrolet K30 Performance Distributors Categories
1978 Chevrolet K30 Performance Distributors
Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Chevrolet K30. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 16 different Performance Distributors in our inventory ranging from $9.99 to $668.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Chevrolet K30 running smoothly.
Performance Distributors are only as good as their brand. We stock 5 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Chevrolet K30. MSD Ignition, Mr. Gasket, and PerTronix 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 Performance Distributors for your 1978 Chevrolet K30, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 100 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit with 3.7 stars and D9001 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Advance Curve Kit with 5.0 stars.
So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Distributors to keep your 1978 Chevrolet K30 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!
Performance Distributors Brands To Make Your 1978 Chevrolet K30 Last
Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Chevrolet K30 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Distributors make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your K30 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Distributors brands and parts.
Popular MSD Ignition Performance Distributors
We carry MSD Ignition parts in our stock across Performance Distributors categories, plus more. For a 1978 Chevrolet K30, our most popular MSD Ignition Performance Distributors include:
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Distributor; Street Fire; Chevrolet V8 GM HEI with 4-Pin Module
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FAQs for 1978 Chevrolet K30 Performance Distributors
What are the most purchased Performance Distributors for the 1978 Chevrolet K30?
Out of 16 Performance Distributors for the 1978 Chevrolet K30, the most popular in our inventory are:
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D9007 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor 4-Pin Wire Harness/Capacitor
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What are the top-rated 1978 Chevrolet K30 Performance Distributors?
Top-rated Performance Distributors for your 1978 Chevrolet K30 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
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Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit
“Nice set up from Accel. Good quality HD parts with the good brass terminals. HD rotor is beefier then most.”
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D9001 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Advance Curve Kit
“This is a good product for a reasonable price”
