1981 Checker Marathon Ignition and Tune-Up Products

Essential 1981 Checker Marathon Ignition and Tune-Up Products

Carquest Premium – Distributor Ignition Pickup (Part No.MEA2353)

Distributor Ignition Pickup

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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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Mallory – Mallory Prosidewinder 135F Univ/Wire Set (Part No.947)

Mallory Prosidewinder 135F Univ/Wire Set

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$153.99
Features at a glance, low 300 Ohm resistance spiral core delivers high energy output for maximum spark at the plug. Great RFI suppression meets the demands of today’s on-board electronics, such as electronic ignition, sound systems, and computer controls. 8MM ozone-resistant red silicone jacket repels water, oil, grease, and fuel, and withstands temperatures up to 500 degrees. Fits V8, universal wire kit: includes 45 degree spark plug boots, female socket (standard) distributor boots and terminals.

Product Features:
  • Most Advanced Wire By Mallory
  • RFI Suppression
  • High Temperature Silicone Jacket
  • Withstands Over 500+F
  • Come In Ready To Use Kits
  • Extra Long Kits
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Carquest – Distributor Cap (Part No.24E1027)

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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Motorcraft – Platinum Spark Plug: Enhances Durability & Reduces Misfires (Part No.SP-502)

Platinum Spark Plug: Enhances Durability & Reduces Misfires

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$6.99
Engineered to meet strict Ford engineering standards, these spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption, and optimize emissions. With a platinum center electrode tip and nickel ground electrode tip, they are resistant to oxidation and arc erosion. The multi-rib insulator protects against misfire, ensuring reliable performance for up to 100,000 miles. Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty, these spark plugs are an exact fit for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, and help prevent false check engine lights. Designed with high-quality materials, Motorcraft spark plugs deliver original equipment performance and reliability for a broad range of applications, including domestic and import cars and trucks of all makes and sizes.

Product Features:
  • Motorcraft spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption and optimize emissions.
  • Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty
  • Exact fit for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles
  • Resistant to oxidation and arc erosion.
  • Multi-rib insulator protects against misfire.
  • Service intervals of up to 100,000 miles.
  • Motorcraft Spark Plugs are designed with high quality materials to provide reliable performance for almost any application.
  • Motorcraft Spark Plugs are what was in the vehicle when it was manufactured
  • Motorcraft ignition components help prevent false check engine lights.
  • High-Quality Electrode Materials: Featuring a platinum center electrode tip and a nickel ground electrode tip, the SP-502 spark plugs are resistant to oxidation and arc erosion, enhancing their longevity and reliability.
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NGK – NGK Wire Set (Part No.51355)

NGK Wire Set

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$32.49
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 – Distributor Rotor (Part No.23A1006)

Distributor Rotor

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$7.99
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 – Ignition Coil Ground Strap (Part No.DLA1034)

Ignition Coil Ground Strap

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$4.49
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.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
  • Attaching hardware provided (where applicable)
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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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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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Accel – 8Mm Super Stock Spiral Cust Rd (Part No.5048R)

8Mm Super Stock Spiral Cust Rd

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$86.99
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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E3 – DiamondFIRE HEI Racing Distributor (Part No.E3.1414)

DiamondFIRE HEI Racing Distributor

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$140.99
The E3’s DiamondFIRE Racing HEI Distributor is engineered to withstand the harsh motorsports environment regardless of what you race. The HEI distributor features a CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum housing that has O-ring grooves, a necessity when using a fully machined race engine block. Other features that separate E3.1414 from the competition include:

Product Features:
  • Special hot forging process – eliminates weak spots and porosity
  • Coil in-cap design
  • High performance 6 Amp dwell limit module
  • GM 4-pin configuration
  • High performance wound coil
  • HEI Coil-in-Cap is available separately
  • Precision stamped & blanked cam plate & weights
  • Proprietary nitrocarburized surface treatment
  • Nylon rub pads
  • Centerless ground shaft rides on an upper sealed roller bearing
  • Fully adjustable mechanical advance
  • TIG welded throughout
  • Hardened iron drive gear
  • Comes complete with: cap, rotor and a wire retainer
  • Crosses to MSD 8362
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Carquest Premium – Distributor T1691: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T1691)

Distributor T1691: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$130.99
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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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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GM Genuine Parts – Ignition Control Module (Part No.19179581)

Ignition Control Module

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$87.99
GM Genuine Parts Ignition Control Modules are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. They increase voltage in order for the spark plugs to ignite the air/fuel mixture as the starting and charging system starts the engine, maintains the battery’s charge, and provides power to the electrical accessories while the engine is running. A GM Genuine Parts Ignition Control Module features electronically welded lead connections to help reduce heat stress, failure, or cold joints. It has been laser trimmed to provide precise values and reduce deterioration and damage. This ignition control module includes a copper slug heat sink to help dissipate heat and create a more stable environment and it also features a large bus bar for added support and conductivity to address the installation and operating forces that stress terminal tabs. GM Genuine Parts are the true OE parts installed during the production of or validated by General Motors for GM vehicles. Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE).

Product Features:
  • Feature electronically welded lead connections to reduce heat stress failure or cold joints
  • Laser trimmed to provide precise values and reduce deterioration and damage
  • Increase voltage in order for the spark plugs to ignite the air/fuel mixture
  • Include a copper slug heat sink to help dissipate heat and create a more stable environment
  • Equipped with a large bus bar for added support and conductivity to address the installation and operating forces that stress terminal tabs
  • Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)
  • GM Genuine Parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors
  • GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle
  • GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies
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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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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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ACDelco – Specific FitSpark Plug Wire Set: Fiberglass Reinforced Latex Graphite Core (Part No.9608E)

Specific FitSpark Plug Wire Set: Fiberglass Reinforced Latex Graphite Core

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$67.99
ACDelco Professional Spark Plug Wire Sets consist of a set of wires, encased in an insulating material, connectors, and insulating boots, and are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. The wires transfer high voltage pulses between the voltage source, the distributor, and the spark plugs. These premium aftermarket replacement components are manufactured to meet 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 – Spark Plug Wire Set: 8 Wires, Increased performance, Designed for direct fit (Part No.35-8105)

Spark Plug Wire Set: 8 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 – Ignition Coil (Part No.E43)

Ignition Coil

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$40.99
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:
  • Manufactured using high-quality materials to provide superior durability and long service life
  • Designed and engineered to ensure precise performance
  • The BWD SELECT® HEI/DIS ignition coils have solid brass high voltage terminals. The benefit is better connections and greater corrosion resistance.
  • 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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Mallory – Universal Street Performance Ignition Coil (Part No.29219)

Universal Street Performance Ignition Coil

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$76.99
Universal, 12-volt coil features an oil-filled design and arc resistant alkyd top for superior performance, insulation and cooling. The internal design of this coil eliminates the need for a separate ballast resistor. This coil is specifically designed to deliver optimum performance when used with: Mallory UNILITE or magnetic breaker less ignitions Mallory HYFIRE IV electronic ignition controls, and Mallory electronic ignition conversion kits.

Product Features:
  • 12 Volt Coil
  • Oil-Filled Design
  • Arch Resistant Alkyd Top
  • Designed To Deliver Optimum Performance
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Champion – Glow Plugs- Boxed – CH80 (Part No.180)

Glow Plugs- Boxed - CH80

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$14.99
Designed, tested and manufactured to original equipment standards, this high-quality, direct fit OE replacement glow plug offers exceptional quality. Features ultra-fast warm-up, unbeatable cold engine performance and reduced pollutant emissions.

Product Features:
  • 50 Watt electrical rating
  • M10 x 1.00 thread
  • Ultra-fast warm-up
  • Unbeatable cold engine performance
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Autolite – Diesel Engine Glow Plug: High Intensity Concentrated Heat, Reliable Starts (Part No.1107)

Diesel Engine  Glow Plug: High Intensity Concentrated Heat, Reliable Starts

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$11.99
Starting a diesel engine? Check out Autolite glow plugs. They’re dependable and long-lasting, the perfect plug for a variety of diesel applications.

Product Features:
  • Diesel engines depend on high heat in the combustion chamber to ignite the fuel. When you cold start a diesel engine, there isn’t enough heat to ignite. Glow plug warms the combustion chamber to start the fuel ignition.
  • These glow plugs fit a variety of diesel applications. If you’re experiencing problems starting your diesel engine, it may have burnt out glow plugs.
  • Reaches temperatures hot enough to start in 30 seconds or less
  • For dependability and long-lasting performance, use Autolite glow plugs
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PerTronix – 91162A Ignitor II Adaptive Dwell Control Delco 6 cyl with Vacuum Advance (Part No.91162A)

91162A Ignitor II Adaptive Dwell Control Delco 6 cyl with Vacuum Advance

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$177.99
The Ignitor II has many of the same great features that the Ignitor has, but its smarter. Ignitor II units sense the coil current level and use a powerful micro controller to adjust the dwell. Variable dwell helps to maintain peak energy throughout the en

Product Features:
  • PerTronix 91162A Ignitor II Adaptive Dwell Control Delco 6 cyl with Vacuum Advance
  • Adaptive dwell maintains peak energy throughout the entire RPM range, reducing misfires while improving engine performance.
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Conversion Kit (Part No.CBA1166)

Ignition Conversion Kit

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$238.99
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PerTronix – High-Performance Electronic Ignition for Delco 8-Cylinder Engines (Part No.1181)

High-Performance Electronic Ignition for Delco 8-Cylinder Engines

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$117.99
For over thirty years, the Ignitor has proven itself in applications ranging from race cars to tractors. The Ignitor replaces breaker points and troublesome factory electronic ignitions with a dependable, self contained and maintenance free electronic ign

Product Features:
  • PerTronix 1181 Ignitor Delco 8 cyl
  • Delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life.
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DENSO – Spark Plug Wire Set: Carbon Core, 8 Wire Set (Part No.671-8007)

Spark Plug Wire Set: Carbon Core, 8 Wire Set

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$61.99
DENSO First Time Fit Ignition Wire Sets are identical in form fit color and performance to the factory-installed wire sets. Every part of each wire sets construction meets or exceeds OE/OES standards.

Product Features:
  • Each wire is pre-cut to exact length so the wire set is ready to install right out of the box
  • Identical OE end caps are designed to “click” into place for easy installation and a secure fit
  • Strong connections – through a patented process, the terminals are attached to provide an extremely strong connection, ensuring the cable and boot will not separate during removal and installation
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1981 Checker Marathon Ignition and Tune-Up Products

You count on your 1981 Checker Marathon to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Ignition and Tune-Up Products. With 79 Ignition and Tune-Up Products ranging in price from $2.29 to $290.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Checker Marathon.

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Distributor Rotor
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Distributor Rotor
“Looks and fits good like it should. I like ACdelco parts”
Ignition Distributor Cap
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Ignition Distributor Cap
“Just keeping “That Great GM Feeling””