The 1946 Hudson Pickup has 9 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 3 brands, covering the 3.5L 212cid L6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1946 Hudson Pickup, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 9 listed parts are Differential Pinion Bearing / Race (5 parts) and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (4 parts).
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.5L 212cid L6 — the only engine offered in the 1946 Hudson Pickup.
The most listed brands for 1946 Hudson Pickup drivetrain parts are WJB / INMOTION PARTS (4 parts), BCA (4 parts) and NATIONAL (1 part). Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
1 part on this 1946 Hudson Pickup page carries a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — NATIONAL 31594 (Differential Pinion Bearing / Race). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT24720 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT24780 | 🇺🇸 US | Rearwith 7.75 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NB24720 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB24780 | 🇺🇸 US | Rearwith Spicer 23 Axle(S) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
4 Differential Carrier Bearing / Race parts for the 1946 Hudson Pickup come from 2 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS and BCA.
The Economy section lists 2 options from WJB / INMOTION PARTS — the catalog's value-priced group. WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT24720 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, BCA supplies 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is BCA NB24720.
This group includes WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT24720, WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT24780 and BCA NB24720 and the remaining parts above.
Differential Pinion Bearing / Race
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT31520 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| WJB / INMOTION PARTS | WT31594 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Innerwith 7.75 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL Popular | 31594 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Innerwith 7.75 IN Ring Gear | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB31520 | 🇺🇸 US | Race | View on Amazon |
| BCA | NB31594 | 🇺🇸 US | Rear Innerwith Spicer 23, Axle(s) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races on the differential pinion.
5 Differential Pinion Bearing / Race parts are listed for the 1946 Hudson Pickup, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, BCA and NATIONAL. NATIONAL 31594 carries the "Popular" badge.
Economy: 2 parts, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT31520.
The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from BCA and NATIONAL. NATIONAL 31594 is listed in this group.
Part numbers include NATIONAL 31594, WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT31520 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WT31594, among others listed above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1946 Hudson Pickup
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 3.5L 212cid 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 the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Differential Pinion Bearing / Race and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1946 Hudson Pickup?
Our catalog currently lists 9 drivetrain parts for the 1946 Hudson Pickup across 2 subcategories and 3 brands, covering the 3.5L 212cid L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1946 Hudson Pickup?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. 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 differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
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 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 1946 Hudson Pickup?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.5L 212cid L6 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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