The 1946 Hudson Commodore Series has 25 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 7 part types and 9 brands, covering both the 3.5L 212cid L6 and the 4.2L 254cid L8. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. 15 parts of the 25 listed are Ignition Coil (6 parts), Spark Plug (6 parts) and Condenser / Capacitor (3 parts). The other 4 part types cover the remaining 10 parts.
The 1946 Hudson Commodore Series was sold with both the 3.5L 212cid L6 and the 4.2L 254cid L8. 12 parts fit every engine; the other 13 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
9 brands supply ignition parts for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series, led by WELLS (7 parts), STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (6 parts) and CHAMPION (3 parts), plus 6 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and Premium.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series. 4 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14T (Ignition Coil) and CHAMPION 841 (Spark Plug). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Condenser / Capacitor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.2L 254cid L8 | AL111T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: 4.2L 254cid L8 | 5H1018 | 🇺🇸 US | Heavy Duty | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 4.2L 254cid L8 | 5H1099 | 🇺🇸 US | Standard Duty | View on Amazon |
This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.
3 Condenser / Capacitor parts for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series come from 2 brands — WELLS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
The Economy section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL111T is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, WELLS supplies 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is WELLS 5H1018.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL111T, WELLS 5H1018 and WELLS 5H1099.
Distributor Cap
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 3.5L 212cid L6 | AL92LG | 🇺🇸 US | Black Brass | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.5L 212cid L6 | AL92 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 3.5L 212cid L6 | 5D1119 | 🇺🇸 US | 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.
3 Distributor Cap parts are listed for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series, from LILAND GLOBAL, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
The Premium section lists 1 option from LILAND GLOBAL — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. LILAND GLOBAL AL92LG is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL92 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: LILAND GLOBAL AL92LG, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL92 and WELLS 5D1119.
Distributor Rotor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.5L 212cid L6 | IR812 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 3.5L 212cid L6 | AL102LG | 🇺🇸 US | PremiumBlack Brass | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.5L 212cid L6 | AL102 | 🇺🇸 US | 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.
3 Distributor Rotor parts are listed for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series, from UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS, LILAND GLOBAL and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Economy: 1 part, from UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS IR812.
The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from LILAND GLOBAL and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. LILAND GLOBAL AL102LG is listed in this group.
Part numbers include UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS IR812, LILAND GLOBAL AL102LG and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL102.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | UC14T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series6 Volt | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | UC14F | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | 2IGC0057 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | UC14 | 🇺🇸 US | Blue Streak6 Volt | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | C14 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | 5C1063 | 🇺🇸 US | Fits most cars, trucks, tractors & industrial engs6 Volt (Universal Coil) used with external resistor or where resistance wire is an internal part of wiring harness. | 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.
6 Ignition Coil parts for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series come from 5 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14T. Every part fits both the 3.5L 212cid L6 and the 4.2L 254cid L8.
The Economy section: 3 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP and HOLSTEIN. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14T is listed in this group.
Premium: 1 part, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14.
Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. A representative part number is UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS C14.
Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14T, FVP UC14F and HOLSTEIN 2IGC0057, plus the other parts above.
Ignition Coil Mounting Bracket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.2L 254cid L8 | CB6 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brackets that mount the Ignition Coil Mounting. Typical signs include a cracked mount, a rattle, or a bracket that no longer holds alignment. Confirm position in the notes. Many brackets look alike and bolt to different corners.
One part is listed for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS CB6.
Ignition Conversion Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: 3.5L 212cid L6 | 1A4209 | 🇺🇸 US | with Autolite Distributor IGW6 Volt | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 3.5L 212cid L6 | 1A4208 | 🇺🇸 US | with Autolite Distributor IGW6 Volt | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 4.2L 254cid L8 | 1A4212 | 🇺🇸 US | with Autolite Distributor # IGP-40086 Volt | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.
WELLS supplies the 3 Ignition Conversion Kit parts for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series.
This group includes WELLS 1A4209, WELLS 1A4208 and WELLS 1A4212.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.030" and 0.032". Both engines share the same gaps. Replacement brands in this table include CHAMPION, MOTORCRAFT and ACDELCO.
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAMPION Popular Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | 841 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Popular Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | 871 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03" | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | C45L | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | 8411 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper Plus | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | SP473A | 🇺🇸 US | Copper Non-Resistor | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: all 1946 Commodore Series engines | SP473AX | 🇺🇸 US | Copper Non-Resistor | 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.
6 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series, from CHAMPION, MOTORCRAFT and ACDELCO. CHAMPION 841 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1946 Commodore Series.
Listed part numbers: CHAMPION 841, CHAMPION 871 and ACDELCO C45L, plus the other parts above.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1946 Hudson Commodore Series
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Match the engine first. Some ignition 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 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 1946 Hudson Commodore Series?
Our catalog currently lists 25 ignition parts for the 1946 Hudson Commodore Series across 7 subcategories and 9 brands, covering both the 3.5L 212cid L6 and the 4.2L 254cid L8. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do ignition parts differ between 1946 Hudson Commodore Series engines?
Some do. 12 parts fit every engine; the other 13 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 ignition problems on a 1946 Hudson Commodore Series?
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 1946 Hudson Commodore Series?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.030" and 0.032". 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 1946 Hudson Commodore Series 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 1946 Hudson Commodore Series?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. 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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