1978 Pontiac Sunbird Distributors

Essential 1978 Pontiac Sunbird Distributors

Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap Carbon Button (Part No.CAA1216)

Distributor Cap Carbon Button

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$9.49
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 Premium – Distributor T1694: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T1694)

Distributor T1694: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$199.99
Carquest Premium distributors are built to meet or exceed the original equipment (OE) specifications for each application. Our distributors are built by a manufacturer that meets IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. Each distributor is supplied with the cap, rotor and any seals needed for installation. Carquest Premium distributors are 100% new and undergo extensive validation testing to ensure long-lasting ignition performance and reliability.

Product Features:
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form and function
  • 100% new unit with no core charges
  • Precision machined shafts result in high speed accuracy and help prevent bearing failures
  • Every distributor is tested to ensure reliable and long-lasting performance
  • O-rings or gaskets included where applicable
  • Precision Engineered ignition modules and plugs ensure proper performance plus precise connection.
  • Precision machined and ground shafts assure high speed accuracy and prevent bearing failures.
  • Original Equipment Equivalent high voltage ignition coils.
  • 100% New Components and fasteners eliminate premature failures.
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D120710)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$385.99
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 Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor or bulky HEIs with this performance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 D120710 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac 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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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Billet GM HEI (Part No.8365)

Distributor; Billet GM HEI

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$594.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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ACDelco – Ignition Distributor Rotor (Part No.D436X)

Ignition Distributor Rotor

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$8.79
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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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.DAA1001)

Distributor Rotor

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$9.99
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 – Professional Ignition Distributor Rotor (Part No.F202031542ACD)

Professional Ignition Distributor Rotor

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$15.95
The ACDelco Professional, premium aftermarket Distributor Rotor is the ideal high quality replacement for your GM vehicle and is manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form, and function. ACDelco Professional, premium aftermarket Ignition System and Switch products deliver the high quality you expect from ACDelco while providing the durability and dependability that your vehicle needs.

Product Features:
  • Have metal inserts designed to provide the best possible fit
  • Easy-to-read locator keys on caps make proper installation simple
  • Equipped with a full anti-arc barrier to reduce the possibility of secondary voltage arcs that can cause an engine to misfire
  • Undergo stringent testing, often under extreme or unusual conditions, to deliver the quality parts you expect from ACDelco
  • Manufactured to meet expectations for fit, form, and function to provide the performance and dependability you expect from ACDelco
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ACDelco – Ignition Distributor Cover (Part No.1875960X)

Ignition Distributor Cover

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$19.49
ACDelco Professional Distributor Cap Cover 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 cover 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 Premium – Distributor Cap Cover (Part No.CAC1073)

Distributor Cap Cover

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$17.99
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 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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Felpro – DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET (Part No.11497)

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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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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$54.39
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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PerTronix – D9011 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Counter Clockwise Vacuum Lockout Kit (Part No.D9011)

D9011 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Counter Clockwise Vacuum Lockout Kit

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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.

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D9011 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Counter Clockwise Vacuum Lockout Kit
  • These vacuum canisters help optimize ignition advance for maximum part throttle performance and cruise speed efficiency.
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MSD Ignition – Vacuum Advance Lockout; PN 8360; PN 8361; PN 8572 (Part No.8468)

Vacuum Advance Lockout; PN 8360; PN 8361; PN 8572

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$14.49
This bracket allows you to easily remove the vacuum advance from MSD distributors that are CW rotation (except PN 8365 and PN 8362).

Product Features:
  • Vacuum Advance Lockout
  • Distributor Accessories
  • For Use On PN[8360/8361/8572]
  • Size Can Be Used w/Distributor PN[8360/8361/8572]
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1099)

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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PerTronix – D9006 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Adjustable Vacuum Advance Canister (Part No.D9006)

D9006 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Adjustable Vacuum Advance Canister

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$30.99
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.

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D9006 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Adjustable Vacuum Advance Canister
  • These vacuum canisters help optimize ignition advance for maximum part throttle performance and cruise speed efficiency.
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PerTronix – D4052 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap Blue (Part No.D4052)

D4052 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap Blue

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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 provides cooler operating temperatures.

Product Features:
  • Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
  • Cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws.
  • Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil.
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Carquest – Distributor Cap (Part No.24E1007)

Distributor Cap

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$15.99
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 Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAE1064)

Distributor Cap

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$33.99
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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Accel – Cap/Rotor (Part No.8129)

Cap/Rotor

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$60.99
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.

Product Features:
  • See catalog for application information
  • Features 60K V Rated Alkyd Compound
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PerTronix – D4002 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit Blue (Part No.D4002)

D4002 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit Blue

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$42.99
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 provides cooler operating temperatures.

Product Features:
  • Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
  • Cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws.
  • Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil.
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MAHLE Original – O-Ring (Part No.72214)

O-Ring

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$2.99
MAHLE® gaskets provide world class sealing products trusted by OEMs & Technicians around the globe.

Product Features:
  • All MAHLE gaskets meet or exceed the original equipment specifications providing the finest sealing products available
  • MAHLE gaskets utilizes OE equivalent or better materials in all our gaskets
  • MAHLE gaskets is the leader in Domestic, Asian and European applications
  • The contents of MAHLE gaskets are packaged in shrink wrapped tray, giving you the added security of knowing that you have the right parts, prior to opening the package
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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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1978 Pontiac Sunbird Distributors

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Pontiac Sunbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 63 different Distributors in our inventory ranging from $2.29 to $594.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Pontiac Sunbird 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 Pontiac Sunbird. FELPRO, ACDelco, and Carquest 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 Pontiac Sunbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 173 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Distributor Rotor with 4.3 stars and Distributor Cap; Extreme Output; GM HEI with 4.0 stars.

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

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Pontiac Sunbird 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 Sunbird 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 Pontiac Sunbird, 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

Top 1978 Pontiac Sunbird Distributors from ACDelco

ACDelco products are another trusted brand when it comes to Distributors for your 1978 Pontiac Sunbird. Popular ACDelco parts include:
Distributor Rotor
from $16.49
(12)
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons
Ignition Distributor Cap
from $26.49
(11)
Ignition Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits

FAQs for 1978 Pontiac Sunbird Distributors

What are the most purchased Distributors for the 1978 Pontiac Sunbird?

Out of 63 Distributors for the 1978 Pontiac Sunbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET
from $2.29
(5)
DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET
Distributor Mount Gaskets
HEI Distributor Cap & Rotor Kit with Arc-Thru Protection
from $42.49
(23)
HEI Distributor Cap & Rotor Kit with Arc-Thru Protection
Distributor Cap Kits
Distributor Cap
from $19.05
(1)
Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits

What are the top-rated 1978 Pontiac Sunbird Distributors?

Top-rated Distributors for your 1978 Pontiac Sunbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Distributor Rotor
from $13.05
(3)
Distributor Rotor
“Good quality”
Distributor Cap; Extreme Output; GM HEI
from $79.99
(1)
Distributor Cap; Extreme Output; GM HEI
“I shop advance auto for the best parts and the best price on parts like this MSD cap which I consider the best cap on the market it is high quality ve”
Cap and Rotor Kit; HEI; Extreme; includes PN 84111; 84101; 84022
from $116.99
(1)
Cap and Rotor Kit; HEI; Extreme; includes PN 84111; 84101; 84022
“Would use again no problems fit is secure and durable”