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.
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.1L 251cid L6 — the only engine offered in the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup.
The most listed brands for 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup ignition parts are WELLS (6 parts), STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (5 parts) and CHAMPION (3 parts), plus 4 more brands. Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
2 parts on this 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including ACDELCO U505 (Ignition Coil) and WELLS 5C1026 (Ignition Coil). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Condenser / Capacitor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 5H1099 | 🇨🇦 CA | Standard Duty | View on Amazon |
This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.
One part is listed for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup — WELLS 5H1099.
Distributor Cap
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | AL138 | 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5D1027 | 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Distributor # IAY | View on Amazon |
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.
2 Distributor Cap parts for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL138 and WELLS 5D1027.
Distributor Rotor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | AL151 | 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 4R1014 | 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Distributor # IAY | View on Amazon |
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.
2 Distributor Rotor parts for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL151 and WELLS 4R1014.
Ignition Breaker Points
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 4P1012 | 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Distributor # IAY | View on Amazon |
This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.
One part is listed for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup — WELLS 4P1012.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP | UC12F | 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN | 2IGC0056 | 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| SKP | SKUC12 | 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC12T | 🇨🇦 CA | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular | U505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Professional | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Popular | 5C1026 | 🇨🇦 CA | Requires External Resistor: YES | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC12 | 🇨🇦 CA | 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.
7 Ignition Coil parts are listed for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 3 other brands. ACDELCO U505 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, FVP, HOLSTEIN, SKP and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP UC12F.
The Standard Replacement section lists 3 options from ACDELCO, WELLS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — built to original-equipment specification. ACDELCO U505 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: ACDELCO U505, FVP UC12F and HOLSTEIN 2IGC0056, plus the other parts above.
Ignition Lock Cylinder
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | US12L | 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 4H1058 | 🇨🇦 CA | Used with 1S6151 Ignition Starter Switch | View on Amazon |
This table covers the lock cylinders in the ignition switch.
2 Ignition Lock Cylinder parts are listed for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS US12L and WELLS 4H1058.
Spark Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | R45 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 841 | 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 8411 | 🇨🇦 CA | Copper Plus | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 871 | 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03" | 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.
4 Spark Plug parts for the 1957 Fargo FK6 Pickup come from 2 brands — CHAMPION and ACDELCO.
This group includes ACDELCO R45, CHAMPION 841 and CHAMPION 8411 and the remaining parts above.
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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