1981 Pontiac Firebird Distributors

Your 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 17 Distributors to choose from for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird, and our inventory prices range from as little as $166.99 up to $455.99.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 6 different trusted brands of Distributors for the 1981 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird

Accel – Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, With Coil (Part No.59107C)

Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, With Coil

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$204.99
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 Strength Thermoplastic Cap with Brass Terminals
  • 4 Topin Module with Dwell Control Triggers At 75 R
  • Easy Access Fully Adjustable Mechanical Advance
  • Adjustable Vacuum Advance
  • Fit Non Computerized Vehicles
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Accel – Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, No Coil (Part No.59107)

Distributor, Performance Replacement HEI-Chev V8 265-454, No Coil

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$184.99
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 Strength Thermoplastic Cap with Br
  • 4 Topin Module with Dwell Control Triggers At 75 R
  • Easy Access Fully Adjustable Mechanical Advance
  • Adjustable Vacuum Advance
  • Fit Non Computerized Vehicles
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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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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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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 T1694: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor (Part No.T1694)

Distributor T1694: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor

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$199.99
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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Mallory – Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37 (Part No.3758001)

Unilite Electronic Ignition Distributor Series 37

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$455.99
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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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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$449.99
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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PerTronix – D7120711 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Male Cap (Part No.D7120711)

D7120711 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Male Cap

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$428.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our I3 billet distributors ship with the all NEW Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D7120711 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Male Cap
  • Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford
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PerTronix – D7120700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Black Cap (Part No.D7120700)

D7120700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Black Cap

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$404.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our I3 billet distributors ship with the all NEW Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D7120700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Black Cap
  • Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D120811)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$399.99
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 D120811 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Non Vacuum Advance Red Male Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D120800)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$399.99
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 D120800 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Non Vacuum Advance Black Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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PerTronix – D7120701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Cap (Part No.D7120701)

D7120701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Cap

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$399.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our I3 billet distributors ship with the all NEW Ignitor III multi-spark rev limiting modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D7120701 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Red Cap
  • Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D120810)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$399.99
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 D120810 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Non Vacuum Advance Black Male Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D120700)

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 D120700 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Vacuum Advance Black Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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PerTronix – D1201 Flame-Thrower Distributor HEI Pontiac Small Block/Big Block Red Cap (Part No.D1201)

D1201 Flame-Thrower Distributor HEI Pontiac Small Block/Big Block Red Cap

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$328.99
STREET / STRIP HEI distributorsOur HEI distributors are built from the ground up with all new components. We have engineered a special high energy module and coil combination that operates without misfires beyond 7500 RPM. That’s nearly 3000 RPM higher t

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D1201 Flame-Thrower Distributor HEI Pontiac Small Block/Big Block Red Cap
  • New lightweight aluminum alloy housing.
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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 Pontiac Firebird Distributors

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

With 6 brands you can trust, our most popular Distributors for the 1981 Pontiac Firebird parts are:
Distributor T1895: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor
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Distributor T1694: 100% New, With Cap and Rotor
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