21 Electrical parts are listed for the 1956 Hudson Wasp, in 5 part types, covering the 3.3L 202cid L6 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The electrical system on the 1956 Hudson Wasp covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. The largest groups are Battery Cable (10 parts), Battery (6 parts) and Battery Terminal (2 parts). The other 2 part types cover the remaining 3 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.3L 202cid L6 — the only engine offered in the 1956 Hudson Wasp.
The most listed brands for 1956 Hudson Wasp electrical parts are DEKA (8 parts), STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (7 parts) and FVP (2 parts), plus 4 more brands.
4 parts on this 1956 Hudson Wasp page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including DEKA 9A34 (Battery) and DEKA 00294 (Battery Cable). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Battery
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA Popular | 9A34 | 🇺🇸 US | IntimidatorAGM | View on Amazon |
| FVP Popular | P24AGM | 🇺🇸 US | Platinum AGMBCI Group: 24 | View on Amazon |
| BOSCH | S678DT | 🇺🇸 US | AGMAGM | View on Amazon |
| EXIDE | MX24 | 🇺🇸 US | Marathon MaxBCI Group 24 | View on Amazon |
| FULLRIVER | FT84024M | 🇺🇸 US | AGMBCI Group 24 | View on Amazon |
| FVP | P24RAGM | 🇺🇸 US | Platinum AGMBCI Group: 24 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.
6 Battery parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp come from 5 brands — FVP, DEKA, BOSCH and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DEKA 9A34.
Listed part numbers: DEKA 9A34, FVP P24AGM and BOSCH S678DT, plus the other parts above.
Battery Cable
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA Popular | 00294 | 🇺🇸 US | Red4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA Popular | 00804 | 🇺🇸 US | Black4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00287 | 🇺🇸 US | Red4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00295 | 🇺🇸 US | Red4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 00803 | 🇺🇸 US | Black4 Gauge | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | A191L | 🇺🇸 US | PositiveSwitch To Starter | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | A231 | 🇺🇸 US | Lug Hole Diameter: 0.41" | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | A301 | 🇺🇸 US | NegativeBATTERY TO GROUND | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 7241 | 🇺🇸 US | Battery Cable Configuration: Top MountFederal Wire | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 7311 | 🇺🇸 US | Federal Wire | View on Amazon |
This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early.
10 Battery Cable parts are listed for the 1956 Hudson Wasp, from DEKA and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. DEKA 00294 carries the "Popular" badge.
Battery Terminal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKA | 00350 | 🇺🇸 US | Top Post Terminal | View on Amazon |
| DEKA | 01056 | 🇺🇸 US | Top Post Terminal Lead Free | View on Amazon |
This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts.
2 Battery Terminal parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp come from DEKA.
Listed part numbers: DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.
Starter Brush
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | RX60 | 🇺🇸 US | Width (In): 3/4 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the brushes inside the starter motor.
This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RX60.
Starter Solenoid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | SS547 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 1M1032 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid.
2 Starter Solenoid parts are listed for the 1956 Hudson Wasp, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS547 and WELLS 1M1032.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 1956 Hudson Wasp
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Confirm you have the 3.3L 202cid 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, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Battery Cable and Battery .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 1956 Hudson Wasp?
Our catalog currently lists 21 electrical parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp across 5 subcategories and 7 brands, covering the 3.3L 202cid L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 1956 Hudson Wasp?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. 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, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
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 1956 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 1956 Hudson Wasp?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.3L 202cid L6 engine. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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