The 1955 Checker Taxicab has 8 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 4 part types and 6 brands, covering the 3.7L 226cid L6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1955 Checker Taxicab, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. 7 parts of the 8 listed are Spark Plug (3 parts), Condenser / Capacitor (2 parts) and Distributor Rotor (2 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 1955 Checker Taxicab came with a single engine, the 3.7L 226cid L6, and every part is verified against it.
6 brands supply ignition parts for the 1955 Checker Taxicab, led by WELLS (2 parts), LILAND GLOBAL (2 parts) and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (1 part), plus 3 more brands. Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
Each part number listed for the 1955 Checker Taxicab opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Condenser / Capacitor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | AL111T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 5H1018 | 🇺🇸 US | Heavy Duty | View on Amazon |
This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.
2 Condenser / Capacitor parts for the 1955 Checker Taxicab come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
The Economy section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL111T is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, WELLS supplies 1 part: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is WELLS 5H1018.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL111T and WELLS 5H1018.
Distributor Rotor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL | AL98LG | 🇺🇸 US | Height: 1.0 In | View on Amazon |
| LILAND GLOBAL | AL98RBLG | 🇺🇸 US | Red BrassPremium | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor rotors. Typical signs include shudder under braking, or a lip at the outer edge. Do not put new pads on a rotor that is below minimum thickness.
LILAND GLOBAL supplies both parts for the 1955 Checker Taxicab.
Listed part numbers: LILAND GLOBAL AL98LG and LILAND GLOBAL AL98RBLG.
Ignition Breaker Points
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 4P1011 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.
This group shows a single part: WELLS 4P1011.
Spark Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | R45XLS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 555 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT | SP423X | 🇺🇸 US | Copper Resistor Spark PlugCopper | View on Amazon |
This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine.
3 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 1955 Checker Taxicab, from ACDELCO, CHAMPION and MOTORCRAFT.
This group includes ACDELCO R45XLS, CHAMPION 555 and MOTORCRAFT SP423X.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1955 Checker Taxicab
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- 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 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: Spark Plug and Condenser / Capacitor .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1955 Checker Taxicab?
Our catalog currently lists 8 ignition parts for the 1955 Checker Taxicab across 4 subcategories and 6 brands, covering the 3.7L 226cid L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1955 Checker Taxicab?
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 spark-plug gap is listed for the 1955 Checker Taxicab?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.028" and 0.040". Still verify against spec — even “pre-gapped” plugs should be checked before they go in.
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 1955 Checker Taxicab 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 1955 Checker Taxicab?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.7L 226cid L6 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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