1973 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 are listed for the 1973 Checker Marathon, from FVP, PURE ENERGY and ACDELCO. ACDELCO 3342110 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, FVP and PURE ENERGY supply 2 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is FVP 7122103N.

In the Remanufactured grade, PURE ENERGY, FVP and ACDELCO supply 5 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3342110.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 3342110 and FVP 7122103N, plus the other 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 for the 1973 Checker Marathon come from 5 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, ACDELCO, BCA and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 203FF.

The Economy section lists 1 option from WJB / INMOTION PARTS — the catalog's value-priced group. WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62032RS is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, ACDELCO, BCA, NATIONAL and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ACDELCO 203FF.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 203FF, WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62032RS and BCA NB203FF, plus the other parts 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 for the 1973 Checker Marathon come from 3 brands — EXIDE, DEKA and FVP. The "Popular" part is DEKA 9A78DT.

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

3 Battery Cable parts are listed for the 1973 Checker Marathon, from UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A581, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 4225N and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 4232.

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

2 Battery Terminal parts for the 1973 Checker Marathon come from DEKA.

This group includes DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

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

5 Flasher parts for the 1973 Checker Marathon come from 3 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, TRIDON / NOVITA and HOLSTEIN. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL552.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL552, HOLSTEIN 2RSW0035 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL1, among others listed above.

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

2 Horn parts for the 1973 Checker Marathon come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN20 and WELLS 1H1001.

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

2 Starter Brush parts for the 1973 Checker Marathon come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RX60 and WELLS 5A1011.

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

3 Starter Drive parts for the 1973 Checker Marathon come from 3 brands — FAMOUS BRAND, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.

Part numbers include 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 are listed for the 1973 Checker Marathon, from PURE ENERGY, ACDELCO, FVP and 1 other brand. PURE ENERGY 3838SN carries the "Popular" badge.

New: 1 part, from PURE ENERGY. A representative part number is PURE ENERGY 3838SN.

Remanufactured: 7 parts, from ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 1 other brand. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3361860.

Listed part numbers: PURE ENERGY 3838SN, ACDELCO 3361860 and ACDELCO 3361849, plus the other 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 are listed for the 1973 Checker Marathon, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS and FAMOUS BRAND. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS200 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from FAMOUS BRAND and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND 84016.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from WELLS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS200 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS200, FAMOUS BRAND 84016 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS200T, among others listed above.

This table covers the Starter Solenoid repair kits. Read more

This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS408K.

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

This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VR114.