1979 GMC Jimmy Performance Ignition Products

Essential 1979 GMC Jimmy Performance Ignition Products

MSD Ignition – Blaster 2 Coil: High Performance Ignition Upgrade (Part No.8202)

Blaster 2 Coil: High Performance Ignition Upgrade

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$49.99
If you are looking to upgrade your stock coil, or want to compliment the performance of your MSD blaster ignition, MSD 5, 6 or 7, the blaster coil line is the right choice. All of the blaster coils are designed for improved spark output. Special 100:1 windings are used to provide maximum build-up of voltage. These windings are held secure and kept cool in an oil filled metal canister. The tower assembly is molded of durable alkyd material due to its high dielectric characteristics while wide spaced brass primary terminals prevent the possibility of spark. There are several versions of the blaster coil available. All of them have the same internal specifications, but have different housings or components. Each blaster coil can be used with a stock ignition, blaster ignition, MSD 5, 6 or 7 ignition control. Most late model vehicles with electronic ignitions do not require a ballast resistor, check your ignition and manufacturers specifications to determine if a ballast is required in your application.

Product Features:
  • Improved output coil for electronic ignitions
  • Works w/Blaster Ignition Or MSD 5/6/7 Series
  • Ballast Resistor Required If Used w/Stock Points Ignition
  • Alkyd tower w/high dielectric properties lessens carbon tracking
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Accel – Super Stock Replacement Coil for Improved Performance, Starting, and Power (Part No.8140)

Super Stock Replacement Coil for Improved Performance, Starting, and Power

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$42.49
Excellent high performance replacement for import and domestic vehicles with canister type oil filled coil. Re-engineered windings for even higher energy output resulting in quicker starting improved throttle response and more high RPM power. Designed to work with Points style and Breakerless electronic ignition systems. Heavy duty black Alkyd tower provides in flashover in protection to primary terminals. ACCEL Yellow can. 42000 volts effective up to 6500 RPM 1.4 ohms on the primary

Product Features:
  • 42000 Volts
  • Effective To 6500 RPM
  • Quicker Starting
  • Improved Throttle Response
  • Higher RPM Power
  • Can Finished In Yellow
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Accel – Supercoil (Part No.140001)

Supercoil

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$105.99
Engineered for faster rise time, longer spark duration and increased performance. Unique design with premium grade wire, special low resistance, high turns ratio windings. Produces higher spark energy with breakerless electronic ignition systems. For points application the supplied 0.85 ohm ballast resistor must be used in conjunction with the vehicle original ballast resistor, if so equipped. Oversized molded case with integral cooling fins and high capacity oil filled construction provide high thermal conductivity ensuring cool operation and long life. Extra tall tan Alkyd tower and integral voltage dam eliminate “flashover” to primary terminals. Comes complete with mounting hardware and 0.85 ohm ballast resistor. Effective up to 6,500 RPM.

Product Features:
  • Oil Filled For Better Cooling
  • Optimized Low Resistance
  • Silicon Magnetic Steel E-Core
  • Higher Energy/Voltage Outputs
  • Quicker Starts
  • Improved Idle Quality
  • Resists Shock And Vibration
  • Resists Corrosion
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MSD Ignition – Direct-Fit Replacement Coil with Improved Energy Output and Easy Installation (Part No.5526)

Direct-Fit Replacement Coil with Improved Energy Output and Easy Installation

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$65.99
These new coils mount directly in place of the factory coils and accept the factory connectors. Spark energy is increased thanks to improved materials and windings that were spec’d by MSD engineering.

Product Features:
  • Replacement Coil For GM Dual Connector Coil
  • Improved Turns Ratio
  • Lower Primary Resistance
  • Bolt-In replacement coil
  • Produce More Output Voltage
  • Smooth Idle
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Mallory – Unilite Ignition Module (Part No.605)

Unilite Ignition Module

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$85.29
Mallory’s UNILITE (R), and magnetic breaker less ignition modules are self contained module assemblies which have no moving parts to wear out. Using Mallory’s time tested breaker less ignition circuit, combined with modern surface mount thermal-clad construction, these ignition modules can drive both OEM and high performance ignition coils. For best results always use a Mallory PROMASTER coil or a Mallory chrome electronic ignition coil. These are also an excellent choice for triggering one of the Mallory HyFire series of electronic ignition controls. Hookup is as easy as a three wire connection.

Product Features:
  • Service Part
  • No Moving Parts To Wear Out
  • Self Contained Unit
  • Can Drive OEM
  • Can Drive High Performance Ignition Coils
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Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)

Distributor Wiring Harness

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$30.49


Product Features:
  • Service Part
  • Makes Connections Quick And Easy
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Accel – Custom Fit 8.8mm; Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.8849)

Custom Fit 8.8mm; Spark Plug Wire Set

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$113.99
These ACCEL wire sets are custom tailored for true street and strip performance use. Features oversize 8.8 mm ultra performance wires and spark plug boots, 550 degrees Fahrenheit double silicone construction with fiberglass braid. Spiral wound steel core conductor.

Product Features:
  • 8.8mm Graphite Suppression
  • Silicone Spark Plug Boots
  • 550 Degree Double Silicone Construction
  • Fiberglass Braid
  • Carbon/Graphite Core
  • Magnetic Suppression
  • Fiberglass/Kevlar Core
  • 500 Ohms Resistance
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Accel – 8Mm Super Stock Spiral Cust Bk (Part No.5048K)

8Mm Super Stock Spiral Cust Bk

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$96.99
The traditional ACCEL combination of yellow wire and red spark plug boots has been added to these SuperStock Spiral Core 5000 Series wire sets, which feature color-matched wire and spark plug boots in blue, black, and red. With only 500 ohms/ft. of resistance, more ignition energy can reach the spark plug, producing a longer-lasting, hotter spark flame kernel. The results is higher performance through improved efficiency, quicker throttle response, and reduced emissions. This 8mm wire’s double silicone construction is rated to 550 degrees F. The high-gloss wire jacket resists moisture, chemicals, and heat extremes for longer life and great looks. The fiberglass braid adds greater pull strength and terminal retention, while the stainless steel spark plug terminals provide excellent long life, electrical conductivity, and corrosion resistance. Both universal and custom-fit applications are available for early and late model cars and trucks.

Product Features:
  • 500 Ohms/ft Of Resistance
  • 550 F Rated Silicone Jacket
  • Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
  • High RFI Suppression For Street And Strip Use
  • High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
  • 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
  • 500 Ohms Resistance
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Accel – Custom Fit Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.8843)

Custom Fit Spark Plug Wire Set

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$112.99
These ACCEL wire sets are custom tailored for true street and strip performance use. Features oversize 8.8 mm ultra performance wires and spark plug boots, 550 degrees Fahrenheit double silicone construction with fiberglass braid. Spiral wound steel core conductor.

Product Features:
  • 8.8mm Graphite Suppression
  • Silicone Spark Plug Boots
  • 550 Degree Double Silicone Construction
  • Fiberglass Braid
  • Carbon/Graphite Core
  • Magnetic Suppression
  • Fiberglass/Kevlar Core
  • 500 Ohms Resistance
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Accel – 8Mm Super Stock Spiral Cust Bk (Part No.5114K)

8Mm Super Stock Spiral Cust Bk

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$91.99
The traditional ACCEL combination of yellow wire and red spark plug boots has been added to these SuperStock Spiral Core 5000 Series wire sets, which feature color-matched wire and spark plug boots in blue, black, and red. With only 500 ohms/ft. of resistance, more ignition energy can reach the spark plug, producing a longer-lasting, hotter spark flame kernel. The results is higher performance through improved efficiency, quicker throttle response, and reduced emissions. This 8mm wire’s double silicone construction is rated to 550 degrees F. The high-gloss wire jacket resists moisture, chemicals, and heat extremes for longer life and great looks. The fiberglass braid adds greater pull strength and terminal retention, while the stainless steel spark plug terminals provide excellent long life, electrical conductivity, and corrosion resistance. Both universal and custom-fit applications are available for early and late model cars and trucks.

Product Features:
  • 500 Ohms/ft Of Resistance
  • 550 F Rated Silicone Jacket
  • Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
  • High RFI Suppression For Street And Strip Use
  • Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
  • High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
  • Pre And Post HEI Vehicles
  • 7mm And 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
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Accel – Custom Fit Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.8848)

Custom Fit Spark Plug Wire Set

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$122.99
These ACCEL wire sets are custom tailored for true street and strip performance use. Features oversize 8.8 mm ultra performance wires and spark plug boots, 550 degrees Fahrenheit double silicone construction with fiberglass braid. Spiral wound steel core conductor.

Product Features:
  • 8.8mm Graphite Suppression
  • Silicone Spark Plug Boots
  • 550 Degree Double Silicone Construction
  • Fiberglass Braid
  • Carbon/Graphite Core
  • Magnetic Suppression
  • Fiberglass/Kevlar Core
  • 500 Ohms Resistance
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Accel – GM Ext. Coil 90-95 Ign Module (Part No.35370)

GM Ext. Coil 90-95 Ign Module

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$158.99
This high performance ignition module provides your plugs with more spark over the stock module. The solid state electronics provide high coil out put and superior reliability. The Dwell control circuit ensures, long consistent coil charging. The current control circuit protects against coil over heating. This module fits most GM ignition systems with the externally mounted module. 1990 thru 1995.

Product Features:
  • Fits Most Stock And Modified Distributors
  • Dwell Control Circuit
  • Resists False Triggering
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Accel – High Performance Ignition Module for GM HEI Distributors (Part No.35361)

High Performance Ignition Module for GM HEI Distributors

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$69.99
This high performance HEI module provides your plugs with more spark over the stock module. The solid state electronics provide high coil out put and superior reliability. The Dwell control circuit ensures, long consistent coil charging. The current control circuit protects against coil over heating. This module fits most GM HEI for V8 engines with the 4 pin module 1974 thru 1985

Product Features:
  • Fits Most Stock And Modified Distributors
  • Solid State Electronics
  • Dwell Control Circuit
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Auto Ventshade (AVS) – Carflector®, Hood Protector, Smoke, Low Profile, 1 Pc (Part No.20004)

Carflector®, Hood Protector, Smoke, Low Profile, 1 Pc

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$69.99
The AVS Carflector® hood shield is custom molded with precision engineering to fit cars, CUVs, and SUVs. The AVS Carflector has a medium profile wrap design to provide excellent protection from road debris for the hood, fenders, and windshield. Off-the-hood design makes it easy for cleaning as well as car-wash safe. Easy to install by attaching with 3M(TM) automotive-grade adhesive or mechanical fasteners. Comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Whatever you drive, AVS has the variety of hoodshield styles to suite your design preferences and vehicle style.

Product Features:
  • Provides deflection to protect hood, fenders, and windshield
  • Medium profile, wrap-around design for Cars and CUVs
  • Off-the-hood design allows for easy cleaning and waxing
  • Durable, impact-resistant acrylic construction
  • Available in dark smoke finish
  • Easy, no-drill installation
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MSD Ignition – Crank Trigger Kit; Small Block Chevy; 6? Balancer (Part No.8600)

Crank Trigger Kit; Small Block Chevy; 6? Balancer

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$461.99
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:
  • 6.25 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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MSD Ignition – Crank Trigger Kit; Flying Magnet; Big Block Chevy (Part No.8620)

Crank Trigger Kit; Flying Magnet; Big Block Chevy

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$481.99
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:
  • 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.
  • Incl. brackets/mounting hardware to fit a variety of engines
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1979 GMC Jimmy Performance Ignition Products

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 GMC Jimmy. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Ignition Products. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 12 different Performance Ignition Products in our inventory ranging from $30.49 to $461.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 GMC Jimmy running smoothly.

Performance Ignition Products are only as good as their brand. We stock 4 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1979 GMC Jimmy. Accel, MSD Ignition, and Mallory are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

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Performance Ignition Products Brands To Make Your 1979 GMC Jimmy Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 GMC Jimmy demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Ignition Products make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Jimmy the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Ignition Products brands and parts.

Popular MSD Ignition Performance Ignition Products

We carry MSD Ignition parts in our stock across Performance Coils categories, plus more. For a 1979 GMC Jimmy, our most popular MSD Ignition Performance Ignition Products include:
High Energy Ignition Coil for GM HEI Distributors
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High Energy Ignition Coil for GM HEI Distributors
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FAQs for 1979 GMC Jimmy Performance Ignition Products

What are the most purchased Performance Ignition Products for the 1979 GMC Jimmy?

Out of 12 Performance Ignition Products for the 1979 GMC Jimmy, the most popular in our inventory are:
High Performance Ignition Module for GM HEI Distributors
from $69.99
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High Performance Ignition Module for GM HEI Distributors
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Unilite Ignition Module
from $85.29
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Unilite Ignition Module
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Distributor Wiring Harness
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