1997 Pontiac Firebird Distributors

Leave it to MSD to build an all-out performance distributor to replace the OEM GM LT1 Optispark. We machine an entire billet block of aluminum down into a precise housing that fits in place of the factory piece. Then, we fill it with a reliable new pick-up assembly, a trick timing adjustment mechanism and top it off with an all new MSD distributor cap. The pick-up is an advanced optical encoder, a different style of optical pickup than the OEM. This type of pick-up has proven to be very reliable and stable through extreme rpm and conditions. The rotor is bolted to a drive assembly that is indexed to the shaft and is stabilized through the use of a large ball bearing assembly. Once installed, you have the ability to adjust the ignition timing. The only distributor that offers timing adjustability. An adjustment screw allows the timing to be tweaked up to 5 degrees. The distributor is equipped with a fresh air vent and has an extra thick mounting surface for the cap to eliminate leaks. The distributor is supplied complete with our heavy duty LT1 cap, rotor and the components required for installation.

Product Features:

• Advanced optical encoder trigger design for accuracy/reliability.
• Rotor drive design is positively indexed and cannot slip.
• Large ball bearing stabilizes timing through 10;000 rpm.
• Fresh air vented and sealed to keep the elements out.
• Improved housing design and extra bolt eliminates leaks
• Easily Adjust The Timing Up To +/-5 deg.

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
• High Dielectric Strength Thermoplastic Cap With Brass terminals
• Cap is Sealed to Eliminate Corrosion
• Cap is Vented to Remove Captured Heat
• Cap Traces Are Overmolded To Eliminate Arc Over
• Rotor Blade Is Coated For Longer Life
• High strength dielectric glass filled cap with brass contacts
• All new unit with new hardware

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.

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.

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 D7120710 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Vacuum Advance Black Male Cap
• Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford

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 D1200 Flame-Thrower Distributor HEI Pontiac Small Block/Big Block Black Cap
• New lightweight aluminum alloy housing.

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

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 D7120811 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 with Ignitor III Non Vacuum Red Male Cap
• Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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 D120710 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Pontiac V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Vacuum Advance Black Male Cap
• Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.

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.

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 D1202 Flame-Thrower Distributor HEI Pontiac Small Block/Big Block Blue Cap
• New lightweight aluminum alloy housing.