1981 Pontiac Firebird Distributors

Essential 1981 Pontiac Firebird Distributors

Carquest Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAC1006)

Distributor Rotor

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$14.99
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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Forecast – Forecast Distributor Rotor (Part No.F2020326365FOR)

Forecast Distributor Rotor

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$6.18
Forecast Distributor Caps and Rotors are made from top quality materials throughout to ensure high performance and long product life.

Product Features:
  • Superior Surface Finish
  • RFI Resistors (Asian) / RFI Suppression (European)
  • Installation Screws
  • Precision-machined Contacts
  • Finely -tooled Metal Mounting Sleeve (Asian)
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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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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 Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1016)

Distributor Vacuum Advance

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$32.49
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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Carquest Premium – Distributor Vacuum Advance (Part No.VBC1088)

Distributor Vacuum Advance

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$14.99
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 – 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 – 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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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.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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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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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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$46.99
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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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAE1783)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$13.79
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

ACDelco – Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit (Part No.D8301)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$309.99
ACDelco GM Original Equipment Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit contains GM-recommended replacement components 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 original equipment kit contains components that will provide the same performance, durability, and service life you expect from General Motors.

Product Features:
  • GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle’s original factory component
  • Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
  • Manufactured to GM OE specification for fit, form, and function
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Cap (Part No.CAC1196)

Distributor Cap

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$23.99
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 and Rotor Kit (Part No.CAE1983)

Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

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$30.49
Distributor Cap and Rotor Kit

Carquest Premium – Distributor T1631: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T1631)

Distributor T1631: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$137.99
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.D120701)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$367.99
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 D120701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Vacuum Advance Red Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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Carquest Premium – Distributor T1452: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T1452)

Distributor T1452: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$151.99
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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Spectra Premium – Distributor (Part No.GM17)

Distributor

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$139.99
Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium distributors meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment they replace.

Product Features:
  • Unit is designed to OE fit, form and function requirements accomplished by leveraging our OE engine management systems design expertise
  • OE design cap and replacement rotor included for fast installation
  • All units new, no rebuilds or core charges
  • All unit components are computer tested to ensure full functionality
  • Each new distributor is road tested to ensure real world performance and to verify that each design meets our high standards for quality
  • Engineered to stringent tolerances based on our Canadian engineers’ in-depth knowledge of the OE part it’s designed to replace
  • Fit tested on the very same vehicle application for which it was developed verifying first-hand that the design fits properly and can be easily installed
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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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ACDelco – 4-Way Female Gray Multi-Purpose Pigtail (Part No.PT1174)

4-Way Female Gray Multi-Purpose Pigtail

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$64.99
ACDelco GM Original Equipment Pigtail Connectors are connectors ready to be spliced into vehicle harnesses, and are GM-recommended replacements for your vehicle’s original components. These original equipment pigtail connectors have been manufactured to fit your GM vehicle, providing the same performance, durability, and service life you expect from General Motors.

Product Features:
  • Protective outer coverings help provide long-lasting durability
  • Color-coded wires allow for easy installation
  • GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle’s original factory component
  • Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
  • Manufactured to GM OE specification for fit, form, and function
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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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1981 Pontiac Firebird Distributors

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Pontiac Firebird. Maybe you just need a couple of Distributors. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 53 different Distributors in our inventory ranging from $2.29 to $455.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Pontiac Firebird running smoothly.

Distributors are only as good as their brand. We stock 11 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird. MSD Ignition, Felpro, and AC Delco 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 1,019 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, With Coil with 3.8 stars and Distributor Rotor with 4.3 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Distributors to keep your 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 Firebird 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird, 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

FAQs for 1981 Pontiac Firebird Distributors

What are the most purchased Distributors for the 1981 Pontiac Firebird?

Out of 53 Distributors for the 1981 Pontiac Firebird, the most popular in our inventory are:
DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET
from $2.29
(5)
DISTRIBUTOR MOUNTING GASKET
Distributor Small Parts
Distributor Rotor
from $16.49
(12)
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Rotor Buttons
Ignition Distributor Cap
from $26.49
(11)
Ignition Distributor Cap
Distributor Cap Kits

What are the top-rated 1981 Pontiac Firebird Distributors?

Top-rated Distributors for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, With Coil
from $204.99
(19)
Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, With Coil
“My son needed it for his car. It was a Christmas present.”
Distributor Rotor
from $13.05
(3)
Distributor Rotor
“Good quality”
Distributor Cap
from $19.05
(1)
Distributor Cap
“Good, what can you say as long as it fits and does the job.”