This page lists 24 ignition parts for the 1952 Hudson Wasp, across 8 part types, covering both the 3.8L 232cid L6 and the 4.3L 262cid L6. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1952 Hudson Wasp, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Most of the listed parts are Ignition Coil (6 parts), Spark Plug (5 parts) and Condenser / Capacitor (3 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 10 parts.
The 1952 Hudson Wasp was sold with both the 3.8L 232cid L6 and the 4.3L 262cid L6. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
9 brands supply ignition parts for the 1952 Hudson Wasp, led by STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (7 parts), WELLS (5 parts) and LILAND GLOBAL (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 1952 Hudson Wasp. 3 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14T (Ignition Coil) and ACDELCO C45L (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: 4.3L 262cid L6 | AL111T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 5H1018 | 🇺🇸 US | Heavy Duty | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 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 1952 Hudson Wasp 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: 4.3L 262cid L6 | AL496LG | 🇺🇸 US | Body Material: PhenolicBlack Brass | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | AL138LG | 🇺🇸 US | Color: BlackBody Material: Phenolic | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | AL138 | 🇺🇸 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 1952 Hudson Wasp, from LILAND GLOBAL and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
The Premium section lists 1 option from LILAND GLOBAL — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. LILAND GLOBAL AL496LG is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from LILAND GLOBAL and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. LILAND GLOBAL AL138LG is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: LILAND GLOBAL AL496LG, LILAND GLOBAL AL138LG and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL138.
Distributor Rotor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | AL152LG | 🇺🇸 US | PremiumBlack Brass | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | AL152 | 🇺🇸 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.
2 Distributor Rotor parts are listed for the 1952 Hudson Wasp, from LILAND GLOBAL and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Part numbers include LILAND GLOBAL AL152LG and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL152.
Ignition Breaker Points
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 4P1012 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.
This group shows a single part: WELLS 4P1012.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | UC14T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series6 Volt | View on Amazon |
| HOLSTEIN Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 2IGC0057 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| SPECTRA PREMIUM Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | C660 | 🇺🇸 US | Pack | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | UC14 | 🇺🇸 US | Blue Streak6 Volt | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | C14 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 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 1952 Hudson Wasp come from 5 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN, SPECTRA PREMIUM and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14T.
The Economy section: 3 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN and SPECTRA PREMIUM. 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, HOLSTEIN 2IGC0057 and SPECTRA PREMIUM C660, plus the other parts above.
Ignition Conversion Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 1A4108 | 🇺🇸 US | with Autolite Distributor # IAT12 Volt | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.
One part is listed for the 1952 Hudson Wasp — WELLS 1A4108.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.030" and 0.032". Replacement brands in this table include CHAMPION, MOTORCRAFT and ACDELCO.
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | C45L | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 587 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 538 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | SP473A | 🇺🇸 US | Copper Non-Resistor | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 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.
5 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 1952 Hudson Wasp, from CHAMPION, MOTORCRAFT and ACDELCO. ACDELCO C45L carries the "Popular" badge.
Listed part numbers: ACDELCO C45L, CHAMPION 587 and CHAMPION 538, plus the other parts above.
Spark Plug Wire
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 3600 | 🇺🇸 US | SetCore Material: Suppression Core | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 23600 | 🇺🇸 US | Pro SeriesSet | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 4.3L 262cid L6 | 661 | 🇺🇸 US | SetPermashield-Delcore | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Spark Plug wires.
3 Spark Plug Wire parts for the 1952 Hudson Wasp come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Premium: 1 part, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 3600.
Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 23600.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 3600, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 23600 and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 661.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1952 Hudson Wasp
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Match the engine first. Every ignition part here is 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 1952 Hudson Wasp?
Our catalog currently lists 24 ignition parts for the 1952 Hudson Wasp across 8 subcategories and 9 brands, covering both the 3.8L 232cid L6 and the 4.3L 262cid L6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do ignition parts differ between 1952 Hudson Wasp engines?
Yes. Every ignition part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. 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 1952 Hudson Wasp?
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 1952 Hudson Wasp?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 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 1952 Hudson Wasp 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 1952 Hudson Wasp?
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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