5 Ignition parts are listed for the 1979 Triumph Spitfire, in 3 part types, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The ignition system on the 1979 Triumph Spitfire delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. All 5 listed parts are Ballast Resistor (2 parts), Distributor Cap (2 parts) and Distributor Reluctor (1 part).
The 1979 Triumph Spitfire came with a single engine, the 1.5L L4, and every part is verified against it.
2 brands supply ignition parts for the 1979 Triumph Spitfire, led by STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (3 parts) and WELLS (2 parts). Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
Each part number listed for the 1979 Triumph Spitfire opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Ballast Resistor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | RU10T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | RU10 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ballast resistors.
2 Ballast Resistor parts for the 1979 Triumph Spitfire come from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
The Economy section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RU10T is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS supplies 1 part: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RU10.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RU10T and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RU10.
Distributor Cap
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | LU430 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5D1042 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Distributor # 41697, 41698with Electronic Ignition | 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 1979 Triumph Spitfire, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU430 and WELLS 5D1042.
Distributor Reluctor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 1A4052 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Distributor # 41697, 41698with Electronic Ignition | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor reluctors.
One part is listed for the 1979 Triumph Spitfire — WELLS 1A4052.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1979 Triumph Spitfire
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 1.5L 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: Ballast Resistor and Distributor Cap .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1979 Triumph Spitfire?
Our catalog currently lists 5 ignition parts for the 1979 Triumph Spitfire across 3 subcategories and 2 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1979 Triumph Spitfire?
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 1979 Triumph Spitfire 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 1979 Triumph Spitfire?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.5L 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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