Buick Gran Sport Ignition and Tune-Up Products

Edelbrock part No. 22760 Max-Fire distributor for 1967-1976 Buick 400-455 V-8 engines (except Nailhead) is ready to run right out-of-the-box and are the perfect upgrade for your ignition system. They’re ideal for replacing or upgrading from a points triggered distributor. They feature precision machining for a perfect fit along with a simple three wire hook up for an easy installation with no need to run an external ignition control box. The centerless ground shaft utilizes an upper sealed roller bearing with an extra long lower bronze Oil-Lite bushing for smooth operation. The high output magnetic pickup and large paddle wheel reluctor deliver a strong trigger signal at high RPM for maximum performance. All of these features allow Max-Fire distributors to provide unrivaled voltage to the coil, ensuring that you’re getting maximum performance from your engine. We recommend a new Max-Fire coil for maximum voltage output, ensuring you get the most from your high performance engine at higher RPM’s. Each distributor includes a cap, rotor, retainer and mechanical advance curve kit.

Product Features:

• CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum with O-ring grooves for use in a fully machined engine block
• Cap and rotor are molded in high quality 30% glass filled polyester for durability and carbon tracking resistance
• Features brass contacts and a stainless steel rotor spring for maximum conductivity
• Hardened iron drive gear ensures long service life
• Fully adjustable mechanical and vacuum advance for increased mileage potential.

This unit permits a seamless wide range of adjustment to both amount and rate of ignition advance. This unit helps increase horsepower and throttle response. It provides maximum spark advance while preventing detonation or “pinging”. This kit includes an allen wrench for easy adjustment along with instructions.

Product Features:

• Adjustable Vacuum Advance
• Increases Horsepower And Throttle Response
• Includes Allen Wrench For Adjustments
• Instantly Increase Horsepower
• Maximum Possible Spark Advance
• Not Legal For Sale/Use In CA

These ACCEL wire sets are a true performance upgrade replacement for OE types. Efficient delivery of spark energy for a good price. Silicone boots with black wire contain zinc-plated steel terminals. Noise suppression core. Set contains 8 plug wires with coil lead.

Product Features:

• 7mm And 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
• 450° F Rated Silicone Jacket
• Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
• RFI Suppression For Street Driven Applications
• Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
• High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction

ACCEL’s SuperStock 4000 series spark plug wire sets are designed to upgrade an OE ignition system for high-spark delivery levels for street driven applications. The 450 degree F rated silicone jacket is extruded over a tightly woven, rugged fiberglass braid. The braid is applied over high dielectric strength EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) inner insulation for ignition wire performance that exceeds SAE specifications.

Product Features:

• 7mm And 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
• 450 F Rated Silicone Jacket
• Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
• RFI Suppression For Street Driven Applications
• Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
• High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
• Pre And Post HEI Vehicles

The Ignition Contact Set is used in older vehicle applications to ground the ignition coil primary circuit and create the high secondary voltage required in the ignition process. Connected to the contact set is a condenser designed to absorb the high voltage spike created when the contact set opens.

Product Features:

• Application matched component to ensure the system can be returned to like new condition.
• Product constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the vehicle manufacturer.

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

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
• Universal And Import Coverage
• High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
• Pre And Post HEI Vehicles
• 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket

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

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

ACDelco Professional Ignition Condenser 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 condenser 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

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 ignition.

Product Features:

• Delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life.
• 2:1 improvement over “points” in current fall time for increased coil output.
• Rotating cobalt magnets trigger a Hall Effect integrated circuit; no points to burn; no moving parts to wear out.
• Epoxy molding makes our module impervious to dirt, oil, grease and moisture.
• Stable timing; no need for any adjustments.

The Ignition Conversion Kit allows point type ignition systems to be converted to an electronic ignition type system. These universal kits are designed to fit directly into the current distributor with little modification required.

Product Features:

• Product constructed to meet all design and operating characteristics as intended by the manufacturer.

The distributor cap & rotor are just two pieces 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.
• Cap terminal conductor wires formed with precision guided machines to ensure precise final location in the final housing assembly.
• Terminal inserts manufactured to precise tolerances to ensure a guaranteed electrical connection between the cap conductor wires and spark plug wire terminals.
• Distributor rotor blade coated with RFI coating to prevent electrical magnetic interference with the vehicles electrical system.
• Distributor and rotor housings manufactured using the latest plastic technologies to guarantee di-electric strength and long life cycle.

BWD SELECT designs, specifies, and manufactures replacement parts with one goal in mind-make them the very best. To maximize performance and longevity, we use the finest materials and improve on OE specifications, whenever possible.

Product Features:

• High-quality direct replacement electrical connector allows you to replace only the damaged connector instead of the entire harness for a cost-effective repair
• The terminal is manufactured with high grade materials such as copper alloy, brass, and phosphor bronze.  The housing is fabricated using polyamide resins.  All of the materials together provide the connectors with prolonged life and superior performance.
• All electrical connectors are 100% tested for proper mechanical and electrical fit, form and function
• Offering thousands of high-quality pigtails & sockets for nearly every electrical job

This spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation on specified vehicles to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage. It is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage on specified vehicles
• Ideal solution – this non-fouler preserves spark plug life and is a reliable replacement for an original non-fouler that has failed due to corrosion
• Durable construction – made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience

This spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation on specified vehicles to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage. It is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage on specified vehicles
• Ideal solution – this non-fouler preserves spark plug life and is a reliable replacement for an original non-fouler that has failed due to corrosion
• Durable construction – made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience

Set includes terminals for engines with early type (socket) and late type (HEI spark plug top) distributor caps. 90 degree boots and terminals factory installed on one end.

Product Features:

• Extra Long 8.5mm Wires So You Can Cut To Your Designed Length
• Incl. both socket-style and spark plug-style boots and terminals
• Includes Mini-Stripper-Crimper For Factory Style Crimps
• Size Includes: [2]48/50/56 in./[3] 32 in. Wires/Boots/Terminals
• Durable outer sleeve is a proprietary compound for resistance to high heat or abrasion
• Stainless steel terminals feature dual crimp tabs to grip wire conductor and outer jacket separately

These ACCEL wire sets are a true performance upgrade replacement for OE types. Efficient delivery of spark energy for a good price. Silicone boots with black wire contain zinc-plated steel terminals. Noise suppression core. Set contains 8 plug wires with coil lead.

Product Features:

• 7mm And 8mm High Gloss Silicone Jacket
• 450° F Rated Silicone Jacket
• Stainless Steel Plug Terminals
• RFI Suppression For Street Driven Applications
• Custom-fit Universal And Import Coverage
• High-strength Fiberglass Braid Construction
• Pre And Post HEI Vehicles

Excellent high performance replacement for import and domestic vehicles with canister type oil filled coil. Re-engineered windings for even higher energy output resulting in quicker starting improved throttle response and more high RPM power. Designed to work with Points style and Breakerless electronic ignition systems. Heavy duty black Alkyd tower provides in flashover in protection to primary terminals. ACCEL Yellow can. 42000 volts effective up to 6500 RPM 1.4 ohms on the primary

Product Features:

• Chrome Plated
• 42000 Volts
• Effective To 6500 RPM
• Improved Throttle Response
• Higher RPM Power
• Can Finished In Yellow

Carquest Premium ignition coils meet or exceed original equipment (OE) specifications and are developed by top OE/OES manufacturers to ensure superior performance. All of our Carquest Premium ignition coils are developed by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability and long-lasting performance. These ignition coils use high-quality components and will utilize optimized designs on applications where the OE ignition coil had frequent failures. We require stringent testing standards to ensure proper fit and performance for each application and stand behind our Carquest Premium ignition coils with an industry-leading warranty. Carquest Premium ignition coils are part of our Carquest Vehicle Solutions, which is a full line of engine management and electronics products that help control ignition, fuel delivery and emission systems. Carquest Vehicle Solutions are OE-quality parts designed, engineered and tested by world-class manufacturers to ensure a reliable and long-lasting repair.

Product Features:

• Computer-Aided Design (CAD), laser scanning and 3D printing – utilizing Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Stereolithography (SLA) – in the part design process ensures speed-to-market and a precise fit guaranteed.
• 100% pure copper precision-wound windings increase coil life and ensure reliability and maximum coil output when needed.
• Highly conductive aluminum alloy secondary terminal guarantees secondary coil terminals will not oxidize (rust), will provide excellent conductivity, extended coil life and will not cause excessive stress on the primary control circuit.
• 100% thermo-shock and vibration tested to ensure superior performance in extreme conditions.
• 100% end-of-line tested to ensure confidence and product reliability, every time.

The distributor cap & rotor are just two pieces 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.
• Cap terminal conductor wires formed with precision guided machines to ensure precise final location in the final housing assembly.
• Terminal inserts manufactured to precise tolerances to ensure a guaranteed electrical connection between the cap conductor wires and spark plug wire terminals.
• Distributor rotor blade coated with RFI coating to prevent electrical magnetic interference with the vehicles electrical system.
• Distributor and rotor housings manufactured using the latest plastic technologies to guarantee di-electric strength and long life cycle.

The distributor cap & rotor are just two pieces 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.
• Cap terminal conductor wires formed with precision guided machines to ensure precise final location in the final housing assembly.
• Terminal inserts manufactured to precise tolerances to ensure a guaranteed electrical connection between the cap conductor wires and spark plug wire terminals.
• Distributor rotor blade coated with RFI coating to prevent electrical magnetic interference with the vehicles electrical system.
• Distributor and rotor housings manufactured using the latest plastic technologies to guarantee di-electric strength and long life cycle.

Champion Double Platinum Power spark plugs are engineered to deliver exceptional performance and durability for your vehicle. Featuring a platinum fine-wire center electrode and a platinum pad ground electrode, these spark plugs ensure greater wear resistance and sharper spark focus, promoting reliable ignition under all conditions. The innovative Heat-Active alloy allows the electrodes to maintain optimal operating temperatures, even under varying engine loads, ensuring consistent performance. With a V-trimmed ground electrode design, these plugs enhance ignitability and provide a more powerful spark for improved engine efficiency. Designed as a standard replacement, they are built to meet or exceed OEM specifications, making them a dependable choice for maintaining your vehicle’s performance. Whether you’re looking for enhanced durability or stable operation, these spark plugs are a premium solution for long-lasting, high-quality ignition.

Product Features:

• Double Platinum Power – Premium Spark Plug. More Powerful Performance.
• Platinum center and ground electrode for greater wear resistance
• Maintains stable operating temperature under all engine loads
• Fine-wire center electrode for greater ignitability
• V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
• Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature

Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, the Autolite Iridium XP spark plugs feature an iridium-enhanced 0.6mm finewire design and patented platinum sidewire technology to provide better overall durability and a more focused ignition for enhanced ignitability and performance. Features double Iridium-enhanced alloy technology center electrode for improved durability and wear resistance.

Product Features:

• 0.6 mm finewire design improves ignitability
• Patented V-trimmed platinum sidewire technology resists wear
• OE equivalent design is engineered for every engine
• Designed for better overall durability with virtually no gap erosion
• Double Iridium-enhanced alloy technology center electrode ensures superior wear resistance for extended performance longevity.

NGK V-Power spark plugs offer reliable performance and improved ignitability over standard nickel plugs. Engineered specifically for OE applications, the special V-cut nickel alloy center electrode and concave ground electrode of NGK’s V-Power spark plug increases ignitability providing quicker starts and smoother idle. NGK’s legendary high grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric performance. Trivalent metal plating ensures superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties.

Product Features:

• ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction nickel alloy center electrode with V-groove provides consistent performance
• RECOMMENDED USAGE: Best for vehicles with OE nickel alloy plugs, not recommended on vehicles with factory precious metal plugs
• NGK’s OE CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY: High grade alumina silicate ceramic creates a stronger insulator for optimal dielectric performance
• SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
• COLD-ROLLED THREADS: Prevents cross-threading and damage to cylinder heads
• TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
• Enhanced Ignitability: The V-cut nickel alloy center electrode and concave ground electrode design of NGK V-Power spark plugs provide quicker starts and smoother idle.
• OE Application Specific: Engineered specifically for Original Equipment (OE) applications, ensuring compatibility and reliable performance.
• V-Groove Tip Design: The unique V-groove tip design enhances ignitability and overall engine performance.