1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup Ignition Parts

Engine:
4.1L 251cid L6

This page lists 19 ignition parts for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup, across 7 part types, covering the 4.1L 251cid L6 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.

On the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. 13 parts of the 19 listed are Ignition Coil (7 parts), Spark Plug (4 parts) and Distributor Cap (2 parts). The other 4 part types cover the remaining 6 parts.

Condenser / Capacitor

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
WELLS 5H1099
🇨🇦 CA
Standard Duty
Fitment notes — WELLS 5H1099
Standard Duty
Fits:
Distributor # IAY
or:
Distributor # IBR-4001,IBR-4002
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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 AL138
🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS 5D1027
🇨🇦 CA
Fits Distributor # IAY
Fitment notes — WELLS 5D1027
Fits:
Distributor # IAY
or:
Distributor # IBR-4001,IBR-4002
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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 AL151
🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS 4R1014
🇨🇦 CA
Fits Distributor # IAY
Fitment notes — WELLS 4R1014
Fits:
Distributor # IAY
or:
Distributor # IBR-4001, IBR-4002
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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
WELLS 4P1012
🇨🇦 CA
Fits Distributor # IAY
Fitment notes — WELLS 4P1012
Fits:
Distributor # IAY
or:
Distributor # IBR-4001, IBR-4002
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This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.

Ignition Coil

Economy

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
FVP UC12F
🇨🇦 CA
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HOLSTEIN 2IGC0056
🇨🇦 CA
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SKP SKUC12
🇨🇦 CA
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC12T
🇨🇦 CA
T-Series
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO Popular U505
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Professional
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WELLS Popular 5C1026
🇨🇦 CA
Requires External Resistor: YES
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STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC12
🇨🇦 CA
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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.

Ignition Lock Cylinder

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS US12L
🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS 4H1058
🇨🇦 CA
Used with 1S6151 Ignition Starter Switch
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This table covers the lock cylinders in the ignition switch.

Spark Plug

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
ACDELCO R45
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ProfessionalConventional
Fitment notes — ACDELCO R45
ProfessionalConventionalPre-Set Gap: 0.040"
Original Equipment-Recommended Gap: .035
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CHAMPION 841
🇨🇦 CA
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 841
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03"
Non-Resistor TypeOE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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CHAMPION 8411
🇨🇦 CA
Copper Plus
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 8411
Copper Plus
Non-Resistor TypeOE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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CHAMPION 871
🇨🇦 CA
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03"
Fitment notes — CHAMPION 871
Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03"
Resistor TypeOE-Recommended Gap: 0.035"
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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 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup

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

  • Confirm you have the 4.1L 251cid 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 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 Spark Plug .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ignition parts fit the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup?

Our catalog currently lists 19 ignition parts for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup across 7 subcategories and 7 brands, covering the 4.1L 251cid L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup?

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 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup?

Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.03", 0.035" and 0.040". 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 1957 Fargo FK6 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 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup?

Every part on this page is matched to the 4.1L 251cid L6 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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