1969 Checker Marathon Ignition Parts

Engine:

Showing parts for every engine. Select an engine to see only what fits.

The 1969 Checker Marathon has 128 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 13 part types and 22 brands, covering all 4 engine options (4.1L 250cid L6, 5.0L 307cid V8, 5.3L 327cid V8 and 5.7L 350cid V8). Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.

On the 1969 Checker Marathon, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Most of the listed parts are Spark Plug Wire (22 parts), Spark Plug (21 parts) and Distributor Cap (19 parts). The other 10 part types cover the remaining 66 parts.

Ballast Resistor

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 RU10T
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 F1104
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 RU10
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 6R1003
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Mounting Bracket Included: YES
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This table covers the Ballast resistors.

Condenser / Capacitor

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR90T
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DR90T
T-Series
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 DR70T
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DR70T
T-Series
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 D204
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO D204
Professional
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WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 5H1004
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Heavy Duty
Fitment notes — WELLS 5H1004
Heavy Duty
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 5H1007
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Heavy Duty
Fitment notes — WELLS 5H1007
Heavy Duty
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 5H1118
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Standard Duty
Fitment notes — WELLS 5H1118
Standard Duty
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This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.

Distributor

New

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
CARDONE Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 841612
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Includes Cap & Rotor
Fitment notes — CARDONE 841612
Includes Cap & Rotor
Point Type
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WAI GLOBAL Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DST1612
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Includes Cap & Rotor
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WAI GLOBAL Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 DST1835
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Includes Cap & Rotor
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Remanufactured

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
CARDONE Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 301612
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Remanufactured
Fitment notes — CARDONE 301612
Remanufactured
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CARDONE Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 301835CI
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Remanufactured
Fitment notes — CARDONE 301835CI
Remanufactured
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This table covers the distributors that route spark.

Distributor Cap

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR438T
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DR438T
T-Series
Vendor Delco
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 DR429T
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-SeriesFinish color may vary
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DR429T
T-SeriesFinish color may vary
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Premium

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR438BBLG
🇺🇸 US
Color: BlackBody Material: Phenolic
Fitment notes — LILAND GLOBAL DR438BBLG
Color: BlackBody Material: PhenolicContact Material: Brass
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LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR438GBLG
🇨🇦 CA
Gray Brass
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LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR438TBLG
🇨🇦 CA
Color: TanBody Material: Polyester
Fitment notes — LILAND GLOBAL DR438TBLG
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LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR438LG
🇨🇦 CA
Color: BlueBody Material: BMC
Fitment notes — LILAND GLOBAL DR438LG
Color: BlueBody Material: BMCContact Material: Brass
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LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 DR429BBLG
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DC685X
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
with Delco Distributor
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 DC429X
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 3D1024A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Includes RotorPremium
Fitment notes — WELLS 3D1024A
Includes RotorPremium
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 5D1030A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Premium
Fitment notes — WELLS 5D1030A
Premium
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 D323R
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO D323R
Professional
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ACDELCO Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 C349
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO C349
Professional
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ACDELCO Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 D308R
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO D308R
Professional
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WELLS Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 3D1023
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Includes Rotor
Fitment notes — WELLS 3D1023
Includes Rotor
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WALKER PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 9251083
🇺🇸 US
Delco
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WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 5D1025
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Distributor Cap Contacts Material: Aluminum
Fitment notes — WELLS 5D1025
Distributor Cap Contacts Material: Aluminum
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 3D1024
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Includes Rotor
Fitment notes — WELLS 3D1024
Includes Rotor
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 5D1030
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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This table covers the Distributor caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.

Distributor Mounting Gasket

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
APEX Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 ADM1402
🇺🇸 US
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FEL-PRO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 12665
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
1-9/16 (in) Outside Diameter
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FEL-PRO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 70194
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Thickness: 0.053 In
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MAHLE / CLEVITE Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 B26466
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Paper
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VICTOR REINZ Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 711449100
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
1-9/16 IN O.D.
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VICTOR REINZ Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 711350200
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Inside Diameter: 1.280 In
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This table covers the gaskets that seal the Distributor Mounting. 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.

Distributor Rotor

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR314T
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DR314T
T-Series
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 DR311T
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS DR311T
T-Series
Vendor Delco
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR465
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Standard Duty
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 DR429
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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Premium

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 4R1061A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Premium
Fitment notes — WELLS 4R1061A
Premium
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 4R1063A
🇨🇦 CA
Premium
Fitment notes — WELLS 4R1063A
Premium
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 C435
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
GoldContact Terminal Material: Metal
Fitment notes — ACDELCO C435
GoldContact Terminal Material: Metal
Vendor Delco
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ACDELCO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 D426R
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO D426R
Professional
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LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 DR314TBLG
🇨🇦 CA
Tan BrassPremium
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WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 4R1061
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
with Delco Distributor
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 4R1063
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Contact Terminal Material: Aluminum
Fitment notes — WELLS 4R1063
Contact Terminal Material: Aluminum
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Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Fits: 5.0L 307cid V8 D426R
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
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ACDELCO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 19419239
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Gold
Fitment notes — ACDELCO 19419239
Gold
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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.

Distributor Vacuum Advance

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 VC150
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 4V1002
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
with Delco Distributor
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 4V1005
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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This table covers the vacuum-advance units on the distributor.

Ignition Breaker Points

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 DR2270PT
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 D116
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
GoldTerminal Type: Screw
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ACDELCO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 D106PS
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
GoldHeight (In): 1.56 In
Fitment notes — ACDELCO D106PS
GoldHeight (In): 1.56 InHousing Material: Plastic and Steel
with Delco Distributor
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 CP101
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Standard AssemblyDelco
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 4P1036
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
with Delco Distributor
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 4P1222
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Includes Condenser
Fitment notes — WELLS 4P1222
Includes Condenser
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Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 4P1219
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
with Delco Distributor, Standard Contact Set, with Snap in Terminal
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This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.

Ignition Coil

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
B&B Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 BB6012
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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FVP Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 UC12F
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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HOLSTEIN Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 2IGC0056
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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PRENCO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 361014
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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SKP Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 SKUC12
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 UC12T
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
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Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 U505
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO U505
Professional
12 VOLT
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NGK Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 49030
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
12 VOLT
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WELLS Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 5C1026
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Requires External Resistor: YES
Fitment notes — WELLS 5C1026
Requires External Resistor: YES
12 VOLT
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ACDELCO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 E552C
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 UC12
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 C500
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Mounting Hardware Included: No
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WALKER PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 9201001
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Single Coil
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Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Fits: 5.0L 307cid V8 E552C
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off.

Ignition Coil Mounting Bracket

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 CB1
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 CB2
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6, 5.7L 350cid V8 4C1009
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Universal Coil BracketWith flange for capacitor mounting. For Delco-Remy Applications.
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This table covers the brackets that mount the Ignition Coil Mounting. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.

Ignition Conversion Kit

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 D3968A
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Gold
Fitment notes — ACDELCO D3968A
Gold
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 LX808
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Vendor Delco
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 LX807
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
with Mechanical AdvanceTop of Shaft
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LX807
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WELLS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 1A4086
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
with Delco Distributor12 Volt
Fitment notes — WELLS 1A4086
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WELLS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 1A4085
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Delco, Mechanical advance at top of shaft12 Volt
Fitment notes — WELLS 1A4085
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This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.

Spark Plug

Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.032", 0.033", 0.035", 0.040" and 0.045". Replacement brands in this table include ACDELCO, CHAMPION and NGK.

Copper / Nickel

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 R45S
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ProfessionalConventional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO R45S
ProfessionalConventionalPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
Original Equipment-Recommended Gap: .035
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CHAMPION Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 404
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 404
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"Resistor Plug
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CHAMPION Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 14
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 14
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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NGK Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 6578
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
StandardPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Fitment notes — NGK 6578
StandardPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035 IN
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ACDELCO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 R45XLS
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ProfessionalConventional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO R45XLS
ProfessionalConventionalPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
Original Equipment-Recommended Gap: .035
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AUTOLITE Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 56
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Copper Core
Fitment notes — AUTOLITE 56
Copper Core
Non-Resistor Type
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CHAMPION Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 38
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 38
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Non-Resistor TypeOE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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CHAMPION Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 4041
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Copper PlusClassification: Champion Copper Plus
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 4041
Copper PlusClassification: Champion Copper Plus
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"Resistor Plug
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DENSO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 3027
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Pre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Fitment notes — DENSO 3027
Pre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Non-Resistor Type RECOMMENDED TYPE
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MOTORCRAFT Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 SP423X
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Copper Resistor Spark PlugCopper
Fitment notes — MOTORCRAFT SP423X
Copper Resistor Spark PlugCopperSpark Plug Approximate Resistor Value: 2,00012,000
OE Style.035"/0.9mm
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NGK Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 2635
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
V-PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
Fitment notes — NGK 2635
V-PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035 IN
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NGK Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 3332
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
V-PowerStock Number: 3332
Fitment notes — NGK 3332
V-PowerStock Number: 3332Pre-Set Gap: 0.040"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.045 in
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Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 41828
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ProfessionalDouble Platinum
Fitment notes — ACDELCO 41828
ProfessionalDouble PlatinumPre-Set Gap: 0.033"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035" (IN)
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ACDELCO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 41833
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ProfessionalDouble Platinum
Fitment notes — ACDELCO 41833
ProfessionalDouble PlatinumPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035" (IN)
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CHAMPION Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 7322
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Double Platinum PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 7322
Double Platinum PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
NGK Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 97382
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
Fitment notes — NGK 97382
Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035 IN
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NGK Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 7355
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
Fitment notes — NGK 7355
Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.045 in
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Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
CHAMPION Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 3405
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Platinum PowerPlug Type: RN14PMC
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 3405
Platinum PowerPlug Type: RN14PMCPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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ACDELCO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 7
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ProfessionalRapidfire
Fitment notes — ACDELCO 7
ProfessionalRapidfirePre-Set Gap: 0.035"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035" (IN)
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NGK Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 2763
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
G-PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
Fitment notes — NGK 2763
G-PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.035 IN
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ACDELCO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 44XLS
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Non ResistorBase Model
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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.

Spark Plug Wire

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 2821
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SetSpark Plug Wire Lead 2: 30"
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 2821
SetSpark Plug Wire Lead 2: 30"Federal
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B&B Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 S646202
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Suppressor Wire Set
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B&B Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 S846210
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Suppressor Wire Set
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 2610
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SetSpark Plug Wire Lead 4: 20"
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 2610
SetSpark Plug Wire Lead 4: 20"Spark Plug Wire Lead 5: 26"Federal
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Premium

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
NGK Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 51426
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Set
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 7619
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SetCore Material: Silicone Suppression Core
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 7619
SetCore Material: Silicone Suppression CoreSpark Plug Wire Lead 4: 22"Spark Plug Wire Lead 5: 22"Standard® Premium
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 783
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Permashield-Delcore or United-PackardSet
Fitment notes — UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 783
Permashield-Delcore or United-PackardSet
wires under exhaust manifolds
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DENSO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 6716044
🇨🇦 CA
Spark Plug Wire Set7mm
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DENSO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 6718040
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Spark Plug Wire Set7mm
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NGK Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 51434
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Set
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 7893
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SetSpark Plug Wire Lead 3: 33.5"
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 7893
SetSpark Plug Wire Lead 3: 33.5"Standard® Premium
Routed Under Exhaust Manifold
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 7601
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SetUnited-Packard
Fitment notes — UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 7601
SetUnited-Packard
without Electronic Ignition
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 7809
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SetUnited-Packard
Fitment notes — UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 7809
SetUnited-Packard
wires under exhaust manifolds
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 27619
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Pro SeriesSet
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 27619
Pro SeriesSetCoil Wire: 14"Core Material: Silicone Suppression CoreSpark Plug Wire Lead 4: 22"Spark Plug Wire Lead 5: 22"Wire Set Import / Domestic: Domestic
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 27893
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Pro SeriesSet
Fitment notes — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 27893
Pro SeriesSetCoil Wire: 11"
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ACDELCO Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 946M
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
GoldSet
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ACDELCO Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 9508N
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
GoldSet
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B&B Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 M646202
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Platinum Class Laser Mag
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B&B Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 M846210
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Platinum Class Laser Mag
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 768
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SetUnited-Packard or Permashield-Delcore
Fitment notes — UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 768
SetUnited-Packard or Permashield-Delcore
without Electronic Ignition
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WALKER PRODUCTS Fits: 4.1L 250cid L6 9241260
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Direct FitSet
Fitment notes — WALKER PRODUCTS 9241260
Direct FitSetSuppression Core
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WALKER PRODUCTS Fits: 5.7L 350cid V8 9241597
🇺🇸 US
Direct FitSet
Fitment notes — WALKER PRODUCTS 9241597
Direct FitSetSuppression Core
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This table covers the Spark Plug wires.

Buying Ignition Parts for a 1969 Checker Marathon

On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.

  • Match the engine first. Every ignition part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
  • 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 Wire and Spark Plug .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ignition parts fit the 1969 Checker Marathon?

Our catalog currently lists 128 ignition parts for the 1969 Checker Marathon across 13 subcategories and 22 brands, covering all 4 engine options (4.1L 250cid L6, 5.0L 307cid V8, 5.3L 327cid V8 and 5.7L 350cid V8). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

Do ignition parts differ between 1969 Checker Marathon engines?

Yes. Every ignition part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.

What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1969 Checker Marathon?

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 1969 Checker Marathon?

Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.032", 0.033", 0.035", 0.040" and 0.045". 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 1969 Checker Marathon 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 1969 Checker Marathon?

First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. 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.

Other Parts for the 1969 Checker Marathon

Ignition Parts for Other Checker Marathon Years

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