This page lists 20 cooling system parts for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup, across 3 part types, covering both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup, the cooling system system keeps operating temperature in the narrow band the engine was designed for, from radiator and water pump to thermostat and hoses. All 20 listed parts are Coolant / Antifreeze (16 parts), Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal (3 parts) and Water Pump Gasket (1 part).
The 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup was sold with both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8. 18 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup cooling system parts are PEAK (7 parts), PRESTONE (6 parts) and FVP (2 parts), plus 4 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and Premium.
4 parts on this 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including FVP MV5050GAL (Coolant / Antifreeze) and PRESTONE AF3100 (Coolant / Antifreeze). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Coolant / Antifreeze
Compatible With All Colors
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | AF3055 | 🇨🇦 CA | Prime YellowAll Vehicles | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Popular Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | MV5050GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | Extended LifeAll Makes / All Models | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Popular Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | AF3100 | 🇨🇦 CA | Prime Yellow - All VehiclesExtended Life | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | BQA1GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | Blue Mountain Long LifeAll Vehicle | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | 719009 | 🇨🇦 CA | Multi-Vehicle Yellow1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | AFC12100 | 🇨🇦 CA | Command Nitrite Free Extended Life CoolantYellow Nitrite Free OAT | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Popular Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | AF2100 | 🇨🇦 CA | All Vehicles10yr/300k mi | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | PKP1GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | All Vehicles Antifreeze1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | PXA1GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | 1 GallonGlobal Lifetime | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | AFMAX | 🇨🇦 CA | Max Universal1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRESTONE Popular Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | AF3300 | 🇨🇦 CA | Prime Conventional Green 1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | GREEN5050GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | Low Silicate Blend1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | BMA1GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | Blue Mountain Conventional Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | RUA1GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | Conventional Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | FFA1GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | Full Force Conventional Green1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| PEAK Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | SEP1GAL | 🇨🇦 CA | Sierra Conventional Green Concentrate Low Toxic Option1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator.
16 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup come from 4 brands — PEAK, PRESTONE, FVP and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL. Every part fits both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8.
In the Compatible With All Colors grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3055.
The Economy section lists 4 options from FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.
In the Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.
In the Premium grade, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 4 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.
In the Standard Replacement grade, PEAK, PRESTONE and FVP supply 6 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3300.
Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | 35063 | 🇨🇦 CA | 2-1/2 (In) Inside DiameterWater Outlet Seal | View on Amazon |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE Fits: 4.4L 270cid V8 | C25487 | 🇨🇦 CA | Paper | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | 711353100 | 🇨🇦 CA | 2-1/2 IN I.D.with 2 Bolt Holes | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. 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.
3 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup come from 3 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.
Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 35063, MAHLE / CLEVITE C25487 and VICTOR REINZ 711353100.
Water Pump Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ Fits: 4.1L 251cid L6 | 711407900 | 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets between the water pump and the block or housing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
This group shows a single part: VICTOR REINZ 711407900.
Buying Cooling System Parts for a 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup
On this vehicle, the cooling system system keeps operating temperature in the narrow band the engine was designed for, from radiator and water pump to thermostat and hoses.
- Match the engine first. Some cooling system parts fit every engine; others are engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the thermostat and refill with fresh coolant whenever you change a water pump or radiator; original hoses on an older vehicle are on borrowed time.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Coolant / Antifreeze and Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cooling system parts fit the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup?
Our catalog currently lists 20 cooling system parts for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup across 3 subcategories and 7 brands, covering both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do cooling system parts differ between 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup engines?
Some do. 18 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of cooling system problems on a 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup?
Common symptoms include a rising temperature gauge in traffic, sweet-smelling steam, crusty deposits around hose clamps, or a heater that blows cold. 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 thermostat and refill with fresh coolant whenever you change a water pump or radiator; original hoses on an older vehicle are on borrowed time.
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 Fargo FC4C Pickup 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 Fargo FC4C Pickup?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then replace coolant with the exact specification the manufacturer calls for — mixing chemistries can gel and block small passages. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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