This page lists 7 ignition parts for the 1971 Datsun Pickup, across 4 part types, covering the 1.6L L4 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
The ignition system on the 1971 Datsun Pickup delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. The largest groups are Spark Plug Wire (3 parts), Distributor Cap (2 parts) and Condenser / Capacitor (1 part). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 1971 Datsun Pickup came with a single engine, the 1.6L L4, and every part is verified against it.
3 brands supply ignition parts for the 1971 Datsun Pickup, led by WELLS (3 parts), STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (3 parts) and JAPANESE OE (1 part). Quality grades include Economy, Premium and Standard Replacement.
Each part number listed for the 1971 Datsun Pickup opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Condenser / Capacitor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 5H1049 | 🇲🇽 MX | Standard Duty | View on Amazon |
This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.
This group shows a single part: WELLS 5H1049.
Distributor Cap
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JAPANESE OE | YD220 | 🇲🇽 MX | YEC FLAMMA | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 5D1077 | 🇲🇽 MX | Distributor Cap Contacts Material: Aluminum | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.
2 Distributor Cap parts are listed for the 1971 Datsun Pickup, from JAPANESE OE and WELLS.
Part numbers include JAPANESE OE YD220 and WELLS 5D1077.
Distributor Rotor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 4R1105 | 🇲🇽 MX | Contact Material: Brass | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor rotors. Typical signs include shudder under braking, or a lip at the outer edge. Do not put new pads on a rotor that is below minimum thickness.
One part is listed for the 1971 Datsun Pickup — WELLS 4R1105.
Spark Plug Wire
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 4600 | 🇲🇽 MX | SetFederal Wire | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 55335 | 🇲🇽 MX | IntermotorSet | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 29426 | 🇲🇽 MX | Pro SeriesSet | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Spark Plug wires.
3 Spark Plug Wire parts for the 1971 Datsun Pickup come from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
The Economy section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 4600 is listed in this group.
In the Premium grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS supplies 1 part: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 55335.
In the Standard Replacement grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS supplies 1 part: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 29426.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 4600, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 55335 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 29426.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1971 Datsun Pickup
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 1.6L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Spark Plug Wire and Distributor Cap .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1971 Datsun Pickup?
Our catalog currently lists 7 ignition parts for the 1971 Datsun Pickup across 4 subcategories and 3 brands, covering the 1.6L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1971 Datsun Pickup?
Common symptoms include misfires under load, rough idle, flashing check-engine light, or poor starting in damp weather. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1971 Datsun Pickup was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1971 Datsun Pickup?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.6L L4 engine. Then gap matters even on “pre-gapped” plugs — verify against spec, and replace coil boots when they come off a high-mileage engine. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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