The 1963 Checker Taxicab has 38 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 7 part types and 9 brands, covering the 3.7L 226cid L6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1963 Checker Taxicab, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. 26 parts of the 38 listed are Differential Pinion Bearing / Race (11 parts), Universal Joint (9 parts) and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (6 parts). The other 4 part types cover the remaining 12 parts.
The 1963 Checker Taxicab came with a single engine, the 3.7L 226cid L6, and every part is verified against it.
9 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 1963 Checker Taxicab, led by WJB / INMOTION PARTS (9 parts), BCA (7 parts) and NATIONAL (6 parts), plus 6 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and Heavy Duty.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1963 Checker Taxicab. 7 parts have it, including NATIONAL 25523 (Differential Carrier Bearing / Race) and NATIONAL 02820 (Differential Pinion Bearing / Race). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT25523 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT25577 | 🇺🇸 US | Rearwith 8.5 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL Popular | 25523 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL Popular | 25577 | 🇺🇸 US | Rearwith 8.5 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB25523 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB25577 | 🇺🇸 US | Rearwith Spicer 44 Axle(S) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
6 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts are listed for the 1963 Checker Taxicab, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL and BCA. NATIONAL 25523 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT25523.
The Standard Replacement section lists 4 options from NATIONAL and BCA — built to original-equipment specification. NATIONAL 25523 is listed in this group.
This group includes NATIONAL 25523, WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT25523 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT25577 and the remaining parts above.
Differential Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | RDS6629 | 🇺🇸 US | Rearwith Spicer 44 Axle(S) | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 711481100 | 🇺🇸 US | Rearwith Dana 44 Axle(S) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Differential Cover. 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.
2 Differential Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 1963 Checker Taxicab, from FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO RDS6629 and VICTOR REINZ 711481100.
Differential Pinion Bearing / Race
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT02820 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT31520 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT02872 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Outerwith 8.5 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT31594 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Innerwith 8.5 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL Popular | 02820 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL Popular | 02872 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Outerwith 8.5 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
| NATIONAL Popular | 31594 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Innerwith 8.5 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB02820 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB31520 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB02872 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Outerwith Spicer 44 Axle(S) | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB31594 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Innerwith Spicer 44 Axle(S) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races on the differential pinion.
11 Differential Pinion Bearing / Race parts for the 1963 Checker Taxicab come from 3 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, BCA and NATIONAL. The "Popular" part is NATIONAL 02820.
The Economy section: 4 options from WJB / INMOTION PARTS. WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT02820 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from BCA and NATIONAL. A representative part number is NATIONAL 02820.
Differential Pinion Repair Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL | 99193 | 🇺🇸 US | Automatic trans.Borg Warner trans. | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | SR3481 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear14.3 mm Width | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS99155 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Outerwith 8.5 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a grooved pinion seal surface.
3 Differential Pinion Repair Sleeve parts are listed for the 1963 Checker Taxicab, from NATIONAL, SCHAEFFLER and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.
Part numbers include NATIONAL 99193, SCHAEFFLER SR3481 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS99155.
Differential Pinion Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NS5778V | 🇺🇸 US | Viton | View on Amazon |
| SCHAEFFLER | SS2633 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear16.891 mm Width | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS5778 | 🇺🇸 US | Nitrile | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WS5778V | 🇺🇸 US | Rear OuterViton Type | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the differential pinion yoke. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
4 Differential Pinion Seal parts are listed for the 1963 Checker Taxicab, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, BCA and SCHAEFFLER.
This group includes BCA NS5778V, SCHAEFFLER SS2633 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS5778 and the remaining parts above.
Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANCHOR | 6027 | 🇺🇸 US | CenterCushion Only | View on Amazon |
| ANCHOR | 6056 | 🇺🇸 US | Centerwith 35mm Inside Diameter Bearing(s) | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 25141750X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer SelectContains Rubber Piece only | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Drive Shaft Center Support 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.
3 Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing parts for the 1963 Checker Taxicab come from 2 brands — ANCHOR and DANA.
Part numbers include ANCHOR 6027, ANCHOR 6056 and DANA 25141750X.
Universal Joint
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 15153X | 🇺🇸 US | SVLGreasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 25153X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer SelectGreasable | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 51310X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Non-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 513101X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Greasable | View on Amazon |
| SKF | UJ269 | 🇺🇸 US | Greaseable or Brute Force Non Greaseable | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 5153X | 🇺🇸 US | SpicerGreasable | View on Amazon |
| SKF | UJ369 | 🇺🇸 US | Greaseable | View on Amazon |
| SKF | UJ369C | 🇺🇸 US | Greaseable | View on Amazon |
| SKF | UJ280 | 🇺🇸 US | Greaseable | View on Amazon |
This table covers the U-joints in the driveshaft.
9 Universal Joint parts are listed for the 1963 Checker Taxicab, from DANA and SKF. DANA 51310X carries the "Popular" badge.
Economy: 2 parts, from DANA. A representative part number is DANA 15153X.
The Heavy Duty section lists 3 options from DANA and SKF — rated for severe service. DANA 51310X is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section: 4 options from SKF and DANA. DANA 5153X is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: DANA 51310X, DANA 15153X and DANA 25153X, plus the other parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1963 Checker Taxicab
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- 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 differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Differential Pinion Bearing / Race and Universal Joint .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1963 Checker Taxicab?
Our catalog currently lists 38 drivetrain parts for the 1963 Checker Taxicab across 7 subcategories and 9 brands, covering the 3.7L 226cid L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1963 Checker Taxicab?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. 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 differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
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 1963 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 1963 Checker Taxicab?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.7L 226cid L6 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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