1981 GMC K1500 Distributors

Your 1981 GMC K1500 might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Distributors you desperately need.

We currently carry 10 Distributors to choose from for your 1981 GMC K1500, and our inventory prices range from as little as $140.99 up to $469.99.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 6 different trusted brands of Distributors for the 1981 GMC K1500. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Accel so that you can find quality parts you can count on.

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Distributors for Your 1981 GMC K1500

MSD Ignition – Distributor; Chevy V8; Pro-Billet; with Cap; Rotor (Part No.85551)

Distributor; Chevy V8; Pro-Billet; with Cap; Rotor

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$369.99
This is our most popular performance distributor! The housing is machined from a billet of 6061-T6 aluminum on a state-of-the-art CNC machine producing exact tolerances. For high RPM stability, a .500 In. steel shaft is supported by a sealed ball bearing and a long sintered bushing. This shaft also receives a QPQ coating for friction reduction and resistance to corrosion. A precision machined reluctor is attached to the shaft which triggers the magnetic pick-up mounted in the housing. This high output magnetic pick-up is the most accurate way to trigger your ignition. Plus, with no moving parts to wear or adjust, the pick-up is maintenance free! Just above the pick-up is MSD’s adjustable mechanical advance assembly. Different springs and stop bushings are supplied so you can tune an advance curve to match your application.

Product Features:
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
  • Will not accept a vacuum advance canister
  • Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied w/HEI style distributor cap/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
  • 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
  • QPQ coated polished steel shaft; guided by sealed ball bearings
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Accel – Dist:Chev V8 Hei Vac W/Coil (Part No.59107C)

Dist:Chev V8 Hei Vac W/Coil

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$210.99
Performance Replacement HEI Distributor, direct plug-in with OE type connectors, GM HEI equipped Cars, Trucks (Pre-Computer). High dielectric strength cap, brass male towers. ACCEL Performance Replacement Distributors are the perfect choice for your daily driver or street machine. Using all new components, these distributors feature High-performance ACCEL Electronics. All new components-housings are either new castings or turned from billet stock, centerless ground shaft with oil lite bushings. High dielectric strength cap, balanced rotor. Male tower distributor cap with brass cap and rotor contacts (Ford and AMC Models feature screw-mounted wire retainer for the ultimate plug wire retention). Iron or steel distributor gear. Direct plug-in replacement with factory-type connectors for plug and play installation.

Product Features:
  • Direct Plug In Factory Replacement Plug And Play
  • CNC Machined 6061 T6 Billet Aluminum Housing
  • High Dielectric Strenght Thermoplastic Cap With Br
  • 4 Topin Module With Dwell Control Triggers At 75 R
  • Easy Access Fully Adjustable Mechanical Advance
  • Adjustable Vacuum Advance
  • Includes Performance Coil
  • Fit non computerized vehicles
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Carquest Premium – Distributor T1875: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T1875)

Distributor T1875: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$164.99
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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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Chevy V8 with Internal Module (Part No.8360)

Distributor; Chevy V8 with Internal Module

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$469.99
The Pro-Billet Ready-to-Run distributor is the perfect upgrade for outdated points distributors or bulky HEI. Simply install the distributor in the engine, connect three wires, the coil and fire it up! A maintenance-free magnetic pick-up accurately triggers the module. The increased output of the amplifier easily outperforms stock ignitions and will smooth out the engine’s idle, improve starting and provide a much higher RPM range. The Ready-to-Run features MSD’s adjustable mechanical advance which allows you to custom tailor an ignition curve to match your engine’s needs. There is also a vacuum advance canister to help improve economy. For positive street performance, the Ready-to-Run is the best choice.

Product Features:
  • Simple and clean three wire installation
  • Supplied w/An HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
  • Accepts Cap-A-Dapts
  • Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • Now includes built-in Rev Limiter
  • O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
  • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
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Carquest Premium – Distributor T1895: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T1895)

Distributor T1895: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$172.99
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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Carquest Premium – Distributor T1697: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T1697)

Distributor T1697: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$169.99
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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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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MSD Ignition – Distributor; V8; Late Model GM HEI; External Coil (Part No.8366)

Distributor; V8; Late Model GM HEI; External Coil

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$463.99
GM late-model performance enthusiasts will be happy to see this Pro-Billet distributor. The distributor, PN 8366, is a drop-in. Replacement for GM V8s using the small cap distributor with a dual connector coil found in cars from 1987-1993 and trucks from 1987 to 1995. The entire housing is CNC-machined to exact tolerances for incredible strength (Not to mention cool looks). For improved lubrication there is an extra oil tract machined into the bottom of the housing that delivers oil directly to the cam and distributor gears. Inside, a polished steel shaft receives guidance from a sealed ball bearing and an extra-long sintered bushing adds stability. This 0.500 In. shaft also receives a QPQ coating for increased friction reduction and corrosion resistance. A factory-style ignition module is supplied with the distributor so your factory wiring will plug directly in triggering this module is the responsibility of a high output magnetic pick-up.

Product Features:
  • Drop-in billet replacement for GM dist. w/small cap/external coil
  • Factory style ignition module accepts factory wiring
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Oversized steel shaft is QPQ coated
  • Guided by sealed ball bearing and an extra long sintered bushing
  • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
  • O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
  • Supplied w/Late Model Distributor Cap And Rotor
  • Legal to install in all 50 states
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Mallory – Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37 (Part No.3748201)

Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37

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$437.99
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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Cardone New – Distributor Electronic w/Module – Domestic New (Part No.84-1865)

Distributor Electronic w/Module - Domestic New

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$166.99
Distributor Electronic w/Module – Domestic New

FAQs for 1981 GMC K1500 Distributors

What are the most popular Distributors for the 1981 GMC K1500?

With 6 brands you can trust, our most popular Distributors for the 1981 GMC K1500 parts are:
Dist:Chev V8 Hei Vac W/Coil
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Distributor T1895: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor
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What are the best aftermarket Distributors for the 1981 GMC K1500?

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Distributor T1875: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor
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Distributor T1875: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor
“New, not remanufactired. Came with everything except the wiring harness that connects to the car. Had to rob that from the old one. Tried the part a f”
Distributor; Chevy V8 with Internal Module
from $469.99
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Distributor; Chevy V8 with Internal Module
“I bought one of these distributors Jan 2014. It worked well until a month ago when it stopped passing power to the spark plugs. I sent that one in to ”