The 1949 Hudson Commodore Series has 2 suspension parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 1 brand, covering both the 4.2L 254cid L8 and the 4.3L 262cid L6. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The suspension system on the 1949 Hudson Commodore Series controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links. All 2 listed parts are Leaf Spring Insulator (1 part) and Sway Bar Bushing (1 part).
The 1949 Hudson Commodore Series was sold with both the 4.2L 254cid L8 and the 4.3L 262cid L6. All 2 parts on this page fit every engine.
Every suspension part listed for the 1949 Hudson Commodore Series comes from METRO.
Each part number listed for the 1949 Hudson Commodore Series opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Leaf Spring Insulator
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| METRO Fits: all 1949 Commodore Series engines | RP23G | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Sold Individually | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Leaf Spring insulators.
One part is listed for the 1949 Hudson Commodore Series — METRO RP23G.
Sway Bar Bushing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| METRO Fits: all 1949 Commodore Series engines | BN7A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Sold Individually | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bushings that clamp the anti-roll bar to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles.
This group shows a single part: METRO BN7A.
Buying Suspension Parts for a 1949 Hudson Commodore Series
On this vehicle, the suspension system controls ride, tire contact and alignment through shocks, struts, control arms, bushings and links.
- You do not need to pick an engine: every suspension part on this page fits both the 4.2L 254cid L8 and the 4.3L 262cid L6.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace shocks and struts in axle pairs, renew the sway-bar links with the struts, and get an alignment after any control-arm or tie-rod work.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Leaf Spring Insulator and Sway Bar Bushing .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many suspension parts fit the 1949 Hudson Commodore Series?
Our catalog currently lists 2 suspension parts for the 1949 Hudson Commodore Series across 2 subcategories and 1 brand, covering both the 4.2L 254cid L8 and the 4.3L 262cid L6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do suspension parts differ between 1949 Hudson Commodore Series engines?
No. On this page every suspension part fits both the 4.2L 254cid L8 and the 4.3L 262cid L6. You do not need to pick an engine to choose the right row — use the notes for position and trim.
What are the signs of suspension problems on a 1949 Hudson Commodore Series?
Common symptoms include clunks over speed bumps, wandering steering, cupped tire wear, or a nose that keeps bouncing after a dip. 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 shocks and struts in axle pairs, renew the sway-bar links with the struts, and get an alignment after any control-arm or tie-rod work.
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 1949 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 1949 Hudson Commodore Series?
Every part on this page already fits both the 4.2L 254cid L8 and the 4.3L 262cid L6. Then worn bushings often mimic bad shocks — inspect before buying, and remember loaded vs unloaded strut assemblies differ in labor by hours. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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