Standard Ignition LX-324 Distributor Ignition Pickup

Distributor Ignition Pickup for GM and Cadillac Applications

Standard Ignition LX-324 is a distributor ignition pickup built for select Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles from 1980-1989. It is engineered with copper windings, permanent magnets, and high-temperature enameled wire to deliver a strong signal and stable ignition performance.

Fits a wide range of GM applications, including Chevrolet Camaro, Caprice, El Camino, Monte Carlo, Impala, C10, K10, and GMC Jimmy models with the listed emissions and distributor configurations.

• Female connector with male blade terminals
• 2-terminal design for distributor ignition pickup applications
• Copper windings for consistent signal emission
• Permanent magnets for reliable pickup response
• High-temperature enameled wire for improved insulation
• Standard Ignition LX-324 replacement for select OE applications

Detailed Product Overview

This distributor ignition pickup is used in electronic ignition systems where the distributor signal must be accurately read for spark timing. Standard Ignition manufactures this component with controlled quality from raw materials through final assembly, helping maintain consistent output across the part’s service life. The LX-324 is a direct-fit style replacement for many GM rear-wheel-drive and truck platforms, including Cadillac DeVille and Fleetwood, Chevrolet Camaro and Caprice, and GMC C/K-series trucks with the specified emissions and distributor requirements. This part cross-references Spectra Premium MP119 for the same application.

Common Symptoms It May Address

• Intermittent no-start condition related to distributor signal loss
• Rough idle caused by unstable ignition pickup output
• Misfire from inconsistent spark timing
• Stalling linked to failing distributor pickup components
• Hard starting on vehicles with worn ignition pickup wiring or magnets

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify distributor type, emissions calibration, and connector style before installation. This part uses a female connector with male blade terminals, so matching the original terminal layout is important for proper fit. On vehicles with California or U.S. emissions notes, confirm the exact application listed for your year, make, and model before ordering. For best results, inspect related distributor components for wear or heat damage during service.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition applies in-process quality control from component manufacturing through final production. The LX-324 is built with copper windings, permanent magnets, and high-temperature wire insulation to support dependable ignition pickup performance in the specified applications.