1978 Jeep CJ5 Distributors

Essential 1978 Jeep CJ5 Distributors

PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D160701)

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 Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor or bulky HEIs with this performance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 D160701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC 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.
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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 Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor or bulky HEIs with this performance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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MSD Ignition – Distributor; 6-cyl. AMC Jeep 232-258; 4.0L (Part No.8516)

Distributor; 6-cyl. AMC Jeep 232-258; 4.0L

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$605.99
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! 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. Both distributors are supplied with a high quality cap, rotor and gear. There is even a vacuum advance canister for street cruising economy!

Product Features:
  • Designed For Street/Performance Use w/Mech or Vacuum Advance
  • Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied w/Socket Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
  • Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
  • QPQ coated for friction reduction
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Mallory – Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37 (Part No.3760001)

Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37

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$538.99
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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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D160811)

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 D160811 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet AMC V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Non Vacuum Advance Red Male Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; AMC V8 Engines (Part No.8519)

Distributor; AMC V8 Engines

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$482.99
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 – 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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Driveworks – Distributor Rotor (Part No.23045)

Distributor Rotor

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$11.05
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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAA1008)

Distributor Rotor

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$11.99
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 – 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.D138)

Distributor Rotor

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$7.05
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
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAC1006)

Distributor Rotor

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$14.99
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 Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAA1047)

Distributor Rotor

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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 Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAA1011)

Distributor Rotor

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$7.49
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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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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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAC1982)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$21.99
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

Carquest – Distributor Cap (Part No.C158)

Distributor Cap

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$18.05
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.

Product Features:
  • Distributor cap uses glass-filled polyester resin with dielectric strength as high as 630 volts per mil, for optimum performance.
  • Distributor cap has aluminum terminals to match OE performance.
  • 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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Omix – Distributor Cap (Part No.17244.15)

Distributor Cap

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$20.49
Is your Jeep running rough? Over time ignition parts will deteriorate. It’s easier to replace them now than to have a roadside breakdown in the future. Order high quality ignition parts from Omix-ADA to get your Jeep running smooth again.

Product Features:
  • For 5.0L
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAC1056)

Distributor Cap

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$13.99
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 Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAC1196)

Distributor Cap

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$23.99
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 Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAC1099)

Distributor Cap

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$25.99
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 – Ignition Distributor Cap (Part No.D308R)

Ignition Distributor Cap

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$24.29
ACDelco Professional Distributor Cap 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 cap 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 Cap (Part No.24C1031)

Distributor Cap

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$13.99
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 – Distributor Cap (Part No.24C1021)

Distributor Cap

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$11.79
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 Cap (Part No.CAE1109)

Distributor Cap

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$40.99
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 Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAC1097)

Distributor Cap

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$21.99
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 Premium – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAC1833)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$43.49
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAC1948)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$16.29
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

1978 Jeep CJ5 Distributors

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Jeep CJ5. Maybe you just need a couple of Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 29 different Distributors in our inventory ranging from $3.29 to $605.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Jeep CJ5 running smoothly.

Distributors are only as good as their brand. We stock 8 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Jeep CJ5. Carquest, Carquest Premium, 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 Jeep CJ5, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 37 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Distributor; 6-cyl. AMC Jeep 232-258; 4.0L with 4.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Distributors to keep your 1978 Jeep CJ5 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 Jeep CJ5 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Jeep CJ5 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 CJ5 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Distributors brands and parts.

Popular Carquest Premium Distributors

We carry Carquest Premium parts in our stock across Distributors categories, plus more. For a 1978 Jeep CJ5, our most popular Carquest Premium Distributors include:

Top 1978 Jeep CJ5 Distributors from Carquest

Carquest products are another trusted brand when it comes to Distributors for your 1978 Jeep CJ5. Popular Carquest parts include:
Distributor Cap
from $16.05
(9)
Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits
Distributor Rotor
from $9.99
(9)
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons
Distributor Rotor
from $12.99
(1)
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons

FAQs for 1978 Jeep CJ5 Distributors

What are the most purchased Distributors for the 1978 Jeep CJ5?

Out of 29 Distributors for the 1978 Jeep CJ5, the most popular in our inventory are:
Distributor Rotor
from $4.29
This product is not rated
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons
Distributor Cap
from $13.99
This product is not rated
Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits
Distributor Mounting Gasket
from $3.29
(2)
Distributor Mounting Gasket
Distributor Mount Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1978 Jeep CJ5 Distributors?

Top-rated Distributors for your 1978 Jeep CJ5 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Distributor; 6-cyl. AMC Jeep 232-258; 4.0L
from $605.99
(5)
Distributor; 6-cyl. AMC Jeep 232-258; 4.0L
“Work’s great. My problem was it would not shut off.”