1979 Chevrolet Malibu Ignition and Tune-Up Products

Essential 1979 Chevrolet Malibu Ignition and Tune-Up Products

MSD Ignition – Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance (Part No.8361)

Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance

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$399.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Accel – Universal Fit Super Stock 8mm Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.4040K)

Universal Fit Super Stock 8mm Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set

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$61.99
These ACCEL wire sets are a true performance upgrade replacement for OE types. Efficient delivery of spark energy for a good price. Silicone boots with black wire contain zinc-plated steel terminals. Noise suppression core. Set contains 8 plug wires with coil lead.

Product Features:
  • 7mm And 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
  • 450° F Rated Silicone Jacket
  • Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
  • RFI Suppression For Street Driven Applications
  • Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
  • High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
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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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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Black Super Conductor; Big Block Chevy; Socket (Part No.31373)

Wire Set; Black Super Conductor; Big Block Chevy; Socket

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$133.99
The MSD 8.5mm super conductor wire is the performance wire. Engineered from the inside out, the 8.5 offers everything you have ever wanted in a wire; incredibly low resistance without electronic interference. In a single 12 inch length of super conductor wire there is only 40 – 50 ohms of resistance. That is the lowest resistance of any helically wound wire. To accomplish this, we use a copper alloy conductor due to it’s great voltage carrying capabilities. The low resistance results in less loss in spark energy so more reaches the spark plug. The conductor is wound extremely tight around a special center core. So tight in fact, that there is over 40 feet of conductor wrapped into a single foot of plug wire. This winding procedure, combined with a ferro-magnetic impregnated center core, produces an extremely effective electro magnetic interference (EMI) or choke. This choke, or suppression capability, keeps the EMI inside the wire where it cannot interfere with other electronics on your vehicle. The outer sleeve that surrounds the conductor assembly is just as impressive. A proprietary blend of silicone and synthetic material produce a sleeve that is highly resistant to high heat as well as abrasion and tears. Available in universal kits and bulk lengths.

Product Features:
  • Custom Fit For Make And Model Listed
  • Wires Are Pre-Cut To Exact Specifications
  • Bolt-on Performance
  • Conductor core features DuPont Kevlar material for increased tensile strength
  • Durable outer sleeve is a proprietary compound for resistance to high heat or abrasion
  • Stainless steel terminals feature dual crimp tabs to grip wire conductor and outer jacket separately
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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 – Distributor Ignition Pickup (Part No.ME9)

Distributor Ignition Pickup

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$41.05
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 – Ignition Coil Ground Strap (Part No.DL66)

Ignition Coil Ground Strap

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$5.05
Product Features:
  • Integrated A/D converter and digital signal processing with a dynamically adaptive switch point improves accuracy and operation
  • Advanced circuitry protects the system from stray electro-magnetic fields and power spikes
  • Custom magnetic circuit programming calibrates the sensor while performance testing for improved timing accuracy between the target wheel and sensor output
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Conversion Kit (Part No.CBA1166)

Ignition Conversion Kit

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$238.99
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 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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PerTronix – 808311 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Blue (Part No.808311)

808311 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Blue

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$72.99
8mm Custom fit MAGx2 wires are available for many popular applications equipped with Flame-Thrower or original GM HEI distributors. Our custom wire sets have factory terminated ends for a superior connection and perfect fit, without cuttting, crimping and

Product Features:
  • PerTronix 808311 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Blue
  • Two current paths for reliability and redundancy. -Primary path: Spiral wound stainless steel alloy.-Secondary path: Carbon impregnated fiberglass center core.
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MSD Ignition – Rotor; GM HEI (Part No.8410)

Rotor; GM HEI

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$11.99
Replacement rotor for Chevrolet HEI style distributors.

Product Features:
  • For HEI distributors
  • Resist carbon tracking
  • Low resistance brass
  • Max voltage transfer
  • Molded from insulated material
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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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NGK – NGK Wire Set (Part No.51073)

NGK Wire Set

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$35.99
NGK ultra-low resistance mag core wire sets provide outstanding performance and durability. High-temp premium silicone outer jacket and inner EPDM/silicone insulation contain high voltage currents for excellent dielectric strength. Stainless steel winding

Product Features:
  • PERFECT FIT FOR YOUR VEHICLE: Built to OEM tolerances with OE quality or better materials
  • BUILT TO LAST: Outer Jacket built to withstand temperatures greater than 250 degrees C, inner insulation EPDM or silicone for best dielectric strength
  • STAINLESS STEEL TERMINALS: Provide the highest possible retention to ensure positive connections through the life of the set
  • CYLINDER LEAD ID: Cylinder lead identification tags where possible make installation easier
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Carquest Premium – Spark Plug Wire Set: 7 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit (Part No.35-6142)

Spark Plug Wire Set: 7 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit

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$39.99
Product Features:
  • SAEJ2031 Class E cable resist heat (428 Deg. F), cold (-104 Deg. F), electrical interference, abrasion and oil.
  • Stainless steel magnetic winding delivers maximum voltage to the spark plug for more powerful, and longer spark resulting in optimum engine performance while reducing the chance for misfire, and eliminating radio static.
  • 100% Pure silicone external insulation resists oil penetration, for lifetime protection against wire set failure.
  • EPDM inner insulation stops power-robbing voltage leaks.
  • With Magnetic-impregnated Kevlar internal conductors – durable and break resistant
  • Engineered to meet OEM tolerances using variable pitch wire winding, creating better resistance to electric magnetic interference (E.M.I resistance).
  • Excellent interference suppression and consistent performance
  • Easy lock terminals for more convenient installation.
  • Thick silicon outer jacket for excellent heat resistance. Insulating EPDM based compound inner jacket helps minimize voltage drop and enhance durability.
  • Broad coverage available for most vehicles on the road today
  • Include grease pack to ensure easy installation and removal
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Switch Connector (Part No.PTA2843)

Ignition Switch Connector

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$124.99
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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MSD Ignition – Crank Trigger Kit; Small Block Chevy (Part No.8610)

Crank Trigger Kit; Small Block Chevy

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$429.99
For a long time, racers have known that one of the best things to do to an engine to improve its performance is to stabilize the ignition timing. The MSD flying magnet crank trigger system does exactly that by using magnets embedded in an aluminum wheel. The MSD flying magnet crank trigger uses four magnets secured in the aluminum trigger wheel that pass by a stationary non-magnetic pick-up to trigger the ignition. This flying magnet design produces accurate trigger signals and the non-magnetic pick-up cannot be false triggered. Each flying magnet crank trigger includes a two-piece mounting bracket for the non-magnetic pick-up that in most cases will work on either the passenger side or driver’s side of the engine (the SB Chrysler and SB Ford brackets mount on only one side). The adjustable bracket provides a wide range of timing adjustment and spacers are included. These systems will trigger MSD 6, 7, 8 and 10 series ignitions and all MSD timing accessories.

Product Features:
  • 7 in. Diameter
  • Absolutely the most accurate way to trigger the ignition.
  • The non-magnetic pickup cannot be false triggered.
  • Powerful magnets are embedded in a billet aluminum trigger wheel.
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Carquest Premium – Radio Capacitor (Part No.GAA1085)

Radio Capacitor

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$18.29
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 – Ignition Coil Cover (Part No.EBN1425)

Ignition Coil Cover

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$45.99
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:
  • High temp thermoplastic for long service life
  • Designed for the OE coil as a direct replacement part
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Autolite – Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration (Part No.26)

Copper Spark Plug: Delivers Quick Starts, Good Fuel Economy, Smooth Acceleration

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$3.49
Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Guaranteed to deliver quick starts, good fuel economy and smooth acceleration, Autolite Copper Core spark plugs are designed to meet or exceed OES design requirements. Consider upgrading to Autolite Platinum, Double Platinum or Iridium XP plugs for improved engine performance. Copper core plugs are the industry standard.

Product Features:
  • Copper-glass seal bonds insulator, terminal post center electrode together; assures full required voltage at spark gap; gas-tight seal (100% leak proof)
  • Multi-rib insulator reduces danger of “flash-over”
  • One-piece terminal post adds strength
  • Resistor reduces radio frequency interference (RFI) and electrode erosion
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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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Dorman – Help – Rack And Sector Gear Kit – Without Tilt Or Tilt Telescopic Wheel (Part No.83221)

Rack And Sector Gear Kit - Without Tilt Or Tilt Telescopic Wheel

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$11.99
This rack and sector gear kit is designed to match the original components required to repair the steering column gear on specified vehicles. Made of quality components, this kit is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this rack and sector gear kit is designed to match the original components required to repair the steering column gear on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this kit is a reliable replacement for original components that are damaged or have failed due to wear
  • Durable construction – this kit is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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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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MSD Ignition – Trigger Wheel; Flying Magnet; Big Block Chevy (Part No.8621)

Trigger Wheel; Flying Magnet; Big Block Chevy

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$286.99
Replacement crank trigger wheel for big block Chevy 8 In. balancer. For a long time racers have known that one of the best things to do to an engine to improve its performance is to stabilize ignition timing. The MSD flying magnetic crank trigger system does exactly that by using four magnets embedded in an aluminum wheel. This is the replacement part for the aluminum crank trigger wheel.

Product Features:
  • Accurate Trigger Signals
  • Non-Magnetic Pickup Cannot Be False Triggered
  • Parts CNC Machined Aluminum In Red Anodized Finish
  • Wide Range Of Timing Adjustment
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ACDelco – Ignition Switch (Part No.M5050838759ACD)

Ignition Switch

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$49.76
Ignition Switch

Dorman – Help – Rack And Sector Gear Kit – With Tilt Wheel (Part No.83211)

Rack And Sector Gear Kit - With Tilt Wheel

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$12.99
This rack and sector gear kit is designed to match the original components required to repair the steering column gear on specified vehicles. Made of quality components, this kit is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this rack and sector gear kit is designed to match the original components required to repair the steering column gear on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this kit is a reliable replacement for original components that are damaged or have failed due to wear
  • Durable construction – this kit is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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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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Delphi – Ignition Coil (Part No.GN10113)

Ignition Coil

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$178.99
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:
  • Delphi coils provide OE performance, durability and electromagnetic capacity level requirements
  • Delphi ignition coils are designed to operate as part of an integral engine management system to insert power into spark plugs and ensure fast starts; consistent engine performance and optimized fuel efficiency
  • Delphi uses winding process techniques to control the length of wire between adjacent windings; that’s important since more length means greater voltage differences and can create more pressure that could break down the insulation and wire coating
  • We back our ignition coil design with proven materials, such as high quality wires and wire coating that resists the cracks, pin holes and imperfections that most often lead to failure issues
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Module (Part No.CBJ1011)

Ignition Module

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$258.99
CARQUEST Ignition Modules are built by an ignition systems manufacturer with expertise in the entire vehicle spark system.

Product Features:
  • CARQUEST Ignition Modules creates and refines the timing of the engine using various sensors and readings throughout the spark system in order to create an efficiently running engine.
  • CARQUEST Ignition Modules use current and voltage limiting circuitry in order to prevent the ignition coil from over voltage/current. Over voltages can allow for coils to create excessive heat which can damage to the ignition module resulting in check eng
  • CARQUEST Ignition Modules are 100% individually tested for all product functionalities including over voltage, timing and dwell.
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1979 Chevrolet Malibu Ignition and Tune-Up Products

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U-Groove Spark Plug, Header Plug, Pack of 8
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U-Groove Spark Plug, Header Plug, Pack of 8
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Ignition Switch
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Ignition Switch
“Very good”