5 Engine parts are listed for the 1955 Desoto Fireflite, in 3 part types, covering the 4.8L 291cid V8 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1955 Desoto Fireflite, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components. All 5 listed parts are Crankshaft Seal (2 parts), Oil Filter (2 parts) and O-Ring (1 part).
The 1955 Desoto Fireflite came with a single engine, the 4.8L 291cid V8, and every part is verified against it.
4 brands supply engine parts for the 1955 Desoto Fireflite, led by VICTOR REINZ (2 parts), FEL-PRO (1 part) and HASTINGS / BALDWIN (1 part), plus 1 more brand.
Each part number listed for the 1955 Desoto Fireflite opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Crankshaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | BS40245 | 🇺🇸 US | Rubber | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 191014701 | 🇺🇸 US | SetRubber | View on Amazon |
This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
2 Crankshaft Seal parts for the 1955 Desoto Fireflite come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO BS40245 and VICTOR REINZ 191014701.
O-Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ | 411041400 | 🇺🇸 US | 1In I.D. X 1-5/16 IN O.D. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the O-rings that seal this joint. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove.
This group shows a single part: VICTOR REINZ 411041400.
Oil Filter
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HASTINGS / BALDWIN | LF316 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WIX | 51071 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Cartridge Filter | View on Amazon |
This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive.
2 Oil Filter parts for the 1955 Desoto Fireflite come from 2 brands — HASTINGS / BALDWIN and WIX.
Listed part numbers: HASTINGS / BALDWIN LF316 and WIX 51071.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1955 Desoto Fireflite
On this vehicle, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components.
- Confirm you have the 4.8L 291cid V8 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 seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Crankshaft Seal and Oil Filter .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1955 Desoto Fireflite?
Our catalog currently lists 5 engine parts for the 1955 Desoto Fireflite across 3 subcategories and 4 brands, covering the 4.8L 291cid V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1955 Desoto Fireflite?
Common symptoms include oil spots under the vehicle, blue or white exhaust smoke, ticking from the valvetrain, or coolant mysteriously disappearing. 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 seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
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 1955 Desoto Fireflite 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 1955 Desoto Fireflite?
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.8L 291cid V8 engine. Then engine hard parts are unforgiving of guesswork — confirm the casting or engine code before ordering, because one model year can hide two different blocks. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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