Distributor Rotor

There's a mini-whirlwind right inside your car: the distributor rotor. The rotor's main purpose is to send the right amount of power from your ignition coil to your spark plugs to ensure that your spark plugs will deliver the sparks needed by your engine to start the fuel combustion process. As it rotates, the rotor's metal parts come into contact with the ignition coil's central high-voltage cable before it passes close enough to the output contacts that transfer the electricity to the spark plugs. While a stock rotor is generally built for lasting service, long years of use can lead to occasional misfires. Give it some more time and soon you'll need to replace this component completely. When that time comes, we recommend that you go for a replacement rotor that's specifically built for your vehicle's year, make, and model. In short, always make sure that your replacement rotor is of exact OEM specifications. That way, your new rotor will be perfectly compatible with your distributor assembly. If you can, you should also look for a rotor that's known to minimize electric over-arcing. This ensures that the rotor is built to give you longer-lasting service compared to the run-of-the-mill replacement rotors on the market. Rotors with brass-tipped terminals are also recommended because they help maximize electrical conductivity for quicker and more effective power transfers. To find the right distributor rotor for your vehicle and guarantee a smooth car start, check out the wide selection of replacement and performance rotors at the Auto Parts Warehouse catalog now.