1972 Checker Marathon Electrical Parts

This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator. Read more

7 Alternator / Generator parts for the 1972 Checker Marathon come from 3 brands — FVP, PURE ENERGY and ACDELCO. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 3342110. Every part fits both the 4.1L 250cid L6 and the 5.7L 350cid V8.

The New section lists 2 options from FVP and PURE ENERGY — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. FVP 7122103N is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section lists 5 options from PURE ENERGY, FVP and ACDELCO — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. ACDELCO 3342110 is listed in this group.

This group includes ACDELCO 3342110 and FVP 7122103N and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. 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. Read more

5 Alternator / Generator End Bearing parts are listed for the 1972 Checker Marathon, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, ACDELCO, BCA and 2 other brands. ACDELCO 203FF carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1972 Marathon.

In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62032RS.

The Standard Replacement section lists 4 options from ACDELCO, BCA, NATIONAL and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. ACDELCO 203FF is listed in this group.

Part numbers include ACDELCO 203FF, WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62032RS and BCA NB203FF, among others listed above.

This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery. Read more

7 Battery parts are listed for the 1972 Checker Marathon, from EXIDE, DEKA and FVP. DEKA 9A78DT carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1972 Marathon.

Part numbers include DEKA 9A78DT, FVP P24AGM and DEKA 9A34, among others listed above.

This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early. Read more

5 Battery Cable parts for the 1972 Checker Marathon come from 3 brands — DEKA, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Part numbers include DEKA 00296, DEKA 00297 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A581, among others listed above.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

DEKA supplies both parts for the 1972 Checker Marathon. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1972 Marathon.

This group includes DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards. Read more

4 Flasher parts are listed for the 1972 Checker Marathon, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN and TRIDON / NOVITA. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1972 Marathon.

Listed part numbers: HOLSTEIN 2RSW0035, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL552 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL1, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

2 Horn parts are listed for the 1972 Checker Marathon, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1972 Marathon.

This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN20 and WELLS 1H1001.

This table covers the Starter bolts. Read more

This group shows a single part: ARP 4303501.

This table covers the brushes inside the starter motor. Read more

4 Starter Brush parts are listed for the 1972 Checker Marathon, from WELLS, FAMOUS BRAND and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1972 Marathon.

Part numbers include FAMOUS BRAND XAA1021, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RX60 and WELLS 5A1011, among others listed above.

This table covers the Starter bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

WELLS supplies both parts for the 1972 Checker Marathon. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1972 Marathon.

This group includes WELLS 7A1005 and WELLS 7A1006.

This table covers the starter drives that engage the flywheel ring gear. Read more

3 Starter Drive parts are listed for the 1972 Checker Marathon, from FAMOUS BRAND, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1972 Marathon.

Listed part numbers: FAMOUS BRAND SDC1005, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SDN1A and WELLS 2K1000.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

8 Starter Motor parts for the 1972 Checker Marathon come from 4 brands — PURE ENERGY, ACDELCO, FVP and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is PURE ENERGY 3838SN. 5 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.

The New section: 1 option from PURE ENERGY. PURE ENERGY 3838SN is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section: 7 options from ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 1 other brand. ACDELCO 3361860 is listed in this group.

This group includes PURE ENERGY 3838SN, ACDELCO 3361860 and ACDELCO 3361849 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

5 Starter Solenoid parts for the 1972 Checker Marathon come from 3 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS and FAMOUS BRAND. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS200. Every part fits both the 4.1L 250cid L6 and the 5.7L 350cid V8.

The Economy section: 2 options from FAMOUS BRAND and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. FAMOUS BRAND 84016 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from WELLS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS200.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS200, FAMOUS BRAND 84016 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS200T, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Starter Solenoid repair kits. Read more

One part is listed for the 1972 Checker Marathon — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS408K.

This table covers the regulators that control alternator output voltage. Read more

One part is listed for the 1972 Checker Marathon — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VR114.