The 1956 Daimler DK400 has 7 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 1 part type and 1 brand, covering the 4.6L L6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1956 Daimler DK400, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Every listed part is an Universal Joint.
The 1956 Daimler DK400 came with a single engine, the 4.6L L6, and every part is verified against it.
Every drivetrain part listed for the 1956 Daimler DK400 comes from DANA. Quality grades include Heavy Duty, Economy and Standard Replacement.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1956 Daimler DK400. 2 parts have it, including DANA 15178X (Universal Joint) and DANA 51350X (Universal Joint). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Universal Joint
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 15178X | 🇺🇸 US | SVLGreasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 25178X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer SelectGreasable | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 51350X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Non-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 51350XP | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL) PlusNon-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 513501X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | SPL301350XC | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Non-Greasable | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 5178X | 🇺🇸 US | SpicerGreasable | View on Amazon |
This table covers the U-joints in the driveshaft.
DANA supplies the 7 Universal Joint parts for the 1956 Daimler DK400. DANA 15178X carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, DANA supplies 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is DANA 15178X.
The Heavy Duty section lists 4 options from DANA — rated for severe service. DANA 51350X is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section lists 1 option from DANA — built to original-equipment specification. DANA 5178X is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: DANA 15178X, DANA 25178X and DANA 51350X, plus the other parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1956 Daimler DK400
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 4.6L L6 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 the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Universal Joint .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1956 Daimler DK400?
Our catalog currently lists 7 drivetrain parts for the 1956 Daimler DK400 across 1 subcategory and 1 brand, covering the 4.6L L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1956 Daimler DK400?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
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 1956 Daimler DK400 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 1956 Daimler DK400?
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.6L L6 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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