Should I rebuild this distributor or replace it?

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Overall, my truck runs really well but occasionally I've had issues where it seems to start missing really badly and will barely drive. I bought a cap, rotor, new plugs and wires but when I took off the cap and rotor today I was greeted with a very roached out looking distributor.

I was able to easily pull off a very brittle, rusty piece of metal. Is this just a balancing weight?

Does this look like something I should try and rebuild or should I just buy a new distributor?

I've been trying to stick with AC Delco parts but a new AC Delco distributor is $229 from Rock Auto. Some other models are as low as $60. I hate doing things twice and I really hate buying electric parts that stop working after 6 months.

Should I try and rebuild what I have? Should I buy a new AC Delco distributor or roll the dice with an aftermarket one?

My truck sat for a good 10 years in Florida without being driven and this is what I'm dealing with...

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Buy a new distributor. I have been using United Motor Products in my trucks for a few years Others have recommended Davis Unified Ignition. There are a few threads here about distributors if you search.
 

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As I've said in an other thread about distributors, modules, and coils - Don't buy Spectra Premium or Pertronix!
 
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OK, thank guys.

I have a United Motor Products replacement on order.
 
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