1960 Riley 4/68 Ignition Parts

Engine:
1.5L L4

22 Ignition parts are listed for the 1960 Riley 4/68, in 6 part types, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.

On the 1960 Riley 4/68, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Most of the listed parts are Spark Plug (9 parts), Ignition Coil (8 parts) and Condenser / Capacitor (2 parts). The other 3 part types cover the remaining 3 parts.

Condenser / Capacitor

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T
🇺🇸 US
T-Series
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206
🇺🇸 US
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This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.

Distributor Cap

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU420
🇺🇸 US
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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 Rotor

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU300
🇺🇸 US
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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.

Ignition Breaker Points

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU1617P
🇺🇸 US
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This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.

Ignition Coil

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular UC15T
🇺🇸 US
T-Series
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FVP UC15F
🇺🇸 US
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HOLSTEIN 2IGC0058
🇺🇸 US
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SKP SKUC15T
🇺🇸 US
Coil Pack
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SPECTRA PREMIUM C622
🇺🇸 US
Pack
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular UC15
🇺🇸 US
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UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS C15
🇺🇸 US
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WELLS 5C1019
🇺🇸 US
Used on most import products with 12 Volt system with Internal resistorUniversal 12 Volt Coil
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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.

Spark Plug

Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.032", 0.033", 0.035" and 0.039". Replacement brands in this table include CHAMPION, ACDELCO and MOTORCRAFT.

Copper / Nickel

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Popular R44XLS
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ProfessionalConventional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO R44XLS
ProfessionalConventionalPre-Set Gap: 0.039"
Original Equipment-Recommended Gap: .025
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CHAMPION Popular 404
🇺🇸 US
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 404
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.025"Resistor Plug
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CHAMPION 38
🇺🇸 US
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 38
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Non-Resistor TypeOE-Recommended Gap: 0.025"
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CHAMPION 4041
🇺🇸 US
Copper PlusClassification: Champion Copper Plus
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 4041
Copper PlusClassification: Champion Copper Plus
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.025"Resistor Plug
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MOTORCRAFT SP416A
🇺🇸 US
Copper
Fitment notes — MOTORCRAFT SP416A
Copper
OE Style.025"/0.6mm
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MOTORCRAFT SP416X
🇺🇸 US
Copper
Fitment notes — MOTORCRAFT SP416X
Copper
OE Style.025"/0.6mm
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Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO 41828
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ProfessionalDouble Platinum
Fitment notes — ACDELCO 41828
ProfessionalDouble PlatinumPre-Set Gap: 0.033"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.025" (IN)
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CHAMPION 7322
🇺🇸 US
Double Platinum PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 7322
Double Platinum PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.032"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.025"
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Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
CHAMPION 3405
🇺🇸 US
Platinum PowerPlug Type: RN14PMC
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 3405
Platinum PowerPlug Type: RN14PMCPre-Set Gap: 0.035"
OE-Recommended Gap: 0.025"
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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.

Buying Ignition Parts for a 1960 Riley 4/68

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

  • Confirm you have the 1.5L L4 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 Ignition Coil .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ignition parts fit the 1960 Riley 4/68?

Our catalog currently lists 22 ignition parts for the 1960 Riley 4/68 across 6 subcategories and 10 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1960 Riley 4/68?

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 1960 Riley 4/68?

Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.032", 0.033", 0.035" and 0.039". 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 1960 Riley 4/68 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 1960 Riley 4/68?

Every part on this page is matched to the 1.5L L4 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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