8 Ignition parts are listed for the 1968 Saab Shrike, in 3 part types, covering the 841cc L3 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1968 Saab Shrike, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. All 8 listed parts are Ignition Coil (6 parts), Condenser / Capacitor (1 part) and Spark Plug (1 part).
The 1968 Saab Shrike came with a single engine, the 841cc L3, and every part is verified against it.
6 brands supply ignition parts for the 1968 Saab Shrike, led by STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (3 parts), FVP (1 part) and HOLSTEIN (1 part), plus 3 more brands. Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1968 Saab Shrike. 2 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T (Ignition Coil) and NGK 48863 (Ignition Coil). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Condenser / Capacitor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | GB125 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.
This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS GB125.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | UC15T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
| FVP | UC15F | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN | 2IGC0058 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular | 48863 | 🇺🇸 US | Connections May be Eyelet or Spade | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC15 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5C1019 | 🇺🇸 US | Used on most import products with 12 Volt system with Internal resistorUniversal 12 Volt Coil | View on Amazon |
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.
6 Ignition Coil parts for the 1968 Saab Shrike come from 5 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T.
The Economy section lists 3 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP and HOLSTEIN — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, NGK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is NGK 48863.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T, FVP UC15F and HOLSTEIN 2IGC0058, among others listed above.
Spark Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAMPION | 506 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | View on Amazon |
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.
One part is listed for the 1968 Saab Shrike — CHAMPION 506.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1968 Saab Shrike
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 841cc L3 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: Ignition Coil and Condenser / Capacitor .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1968 Saab Shrike?
Our catalog currently lists 8 ignition parts for the 1968 Saab Shrike across 3 subcategories and 6 brands, covering the 841cc L3 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1968 Saab Shrike?
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 1968 Saab Shrike?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.025" and 0.028". 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 1968 Saab Shrike 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 1968 Saab Shrike?
Every part on this page is matched to the 841cc L3 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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