The 1948 Checker A2 has 13 engine parts with verified fitment on this page — 8 part types and 5 brands, covering the 3.7L 226cid L6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1948 Checker A2, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components. Most of the listed parts are Cylinder Head Gasket (3 parts), Cylinder Head Gasket Set (3 parts) and Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set (2 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 5 parts.
The 1948 Checker A2 came with a single engine, the 3.7L 226cid L6, and every part is verified against it.
5 brands supply engine parts for the 1948 Checker A2, led by VICTOR REINZ (6 parts), FEL-PRO (3 parts) and MAHLE / CLEVITE (2 parts), plus 2 more brands.
Each part number listed for the 1948 Checker A2 opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Camshaft Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DURA-BOND | K1 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Camshaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
One part is listed for the 1948 Checker A2 — DURA-BOND K1.
Crankshaft Main Bearing Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ | 181002601 | 🇺🇸 US | RearRope Packing | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Crankshaft Main Bearing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
One part is listed for the 1948 Checker A2 — VICTOR REINZ 181002601.
Cylinder Head Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | 7191S | 🇺🇸 US | with Fiber-Faced Head Gasket | View on Amazon |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | 986S | 🇺🇸 US | Composite | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 611112400 | 🇺🇸 US | 3.406 IN Bore Diameter | View on Amazon |
This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
3 Cylinder Head Gasket parts are listed for the 1948 Checker A2, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.
Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 7191S, MAHLE / CLEVITE 986S and VICTOR REINZ 611112400.
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | HS7191S2 | 🇺🇸 US | with Fiber-Faced Head GasketIncludes Valve Stem Seals | View on Amazon |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | HS986SY | 🇺🇸 US | Includes Valve Stem Seals | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 021091501 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
3 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts are listed for the 1948 Checker A2, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes FEL-PRO HS7191S2, MAHLE / CLEVITE HS986SY and VICTOR REINZ 021091501.
Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | MS8886B | 🇺🇸 US | Composite material | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 711478200 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Intake & Exhaust Manifold gasket sets. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
2 Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set parts are listed for the 1948 Checker A2, from FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO MS8886B and VICTOR REINZ 711478200.
Oil Pan Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ | 101037601 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
This group shows a single part: VICTOR REINZ 101037601.
Piston
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SILV-O-LITE | 2103 | 🇺🇸 US | Floating Pin TypeCentered Pin Configuration | View on Amazon |
This table covers the pistons that travel in each cylinder. Typical signs include knock, blow-by, or a cylinder that will not hold compression. Piston work is a short-block job. Match bore, pin and ring pack in the notes — not the photo.
One part is listed for the 1948 Checker A2 — SILV-O-LITE 2103.
Valve Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ | 151116701 | 🇺🇸 US | SetCork | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
This group shows a single part: VICTOR REINZ 151116701.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1948 Checker A2
On this vehicle, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components.
- Confirm you have the 3.7L 226cid L6 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 the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Cylinder Head Gasket and Cylinder Head Gasket Set .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1948 Checker A2?
Our catalog currently lists 13 engine parts for the 1948 Checker A2 across 8 subcategories and 5 brands, covering the 3.7L 226cid L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1948 Checker A2?
Common symptoms include oil spots under the vehicle, blue or white exhaust smoke, ticking from the valvetrain, or coolant mysteriously disappearing. 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 the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
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 1948 Checker A2 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 1948 Checker A2?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.7L 226cid L6 engine. Then engine hard parts are unforgiving of guesswork — confirm the casting or engine code before ordering, because one model year can hide two different blocks. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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