The 1956 Hudson Wasp has 26 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 7 part types and 10 brands, covering the 3.3L 202cid L6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The ignition system on the 1956 Hudson Wasp delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. The largest groups are Ignition Coil (8 parts), Spark Plug (5 parts) and Distributor Cap (4 parts). The other 4 part types cover the remaining 9 parts.
The 1956 Hudson Wasp came with a single engine, the 3.3L 202cid L6, and every part is verified against it.
10 brands supply ignition parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp, led by STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (7 parts), WELLS (5 parts) and LILAND GLOBAL (3 parts), plus 7 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 1956 Hudson Wasp. 3 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T (Ignition Coil) and CHAMPION 844 (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 | AL111T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 5H1018 | 🇺🇸 US | Heavy Duty | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 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 1956 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.
Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL111T, WELLS 5H1018 and WELLS 5H1099.
Distributor Cap
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL | AL496LG | 🇺🇸 US | Body Material: PhenolicBlack Brass | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL | AL138LG | 🇺🇸 US | Color: BlackBody Material: Phenolic | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | AL138 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5D1063 | 🇺🇸 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.
4 Distributor Cap parts are listed for the 1956 Hudson Wasp, 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 AL496LG is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from LILAND GLOBAL, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. LILAND GLOBAL AL138LG is listed in this group.
Part numbers include LILAND GLOBAL AL496LG, LILAND GLOBAL AL138LG and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL138, among others listed above.
Distributor Rotor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LILAND GLOBAL | AL152LG | 🇺🇸 US | PremiumBlack Brass | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 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 1956 Hudson Wasp, from LILAND GLOBAL and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Listed part numbers: LILAND GLOBAL AL152LG and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS AL152.
Ignition Breaker Points
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 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 | UC15T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
| FVP | UC15F | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN | 2IGC0058 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| SKP | SKUC15T | 🇺🇸 US | Coil Pack | View on Amazon |
| SPECTRA PREMIUM | C622 | 🇺🇸 US | Pack | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | UC15 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | C15 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5C1019 | 🇺🇸 US | Used on most import products with 12 Volt system with Internal resistorUniversal 12 Volt Coil | 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.
8 Ignition Coil parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp come from 7 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T.
The Economy section: 5 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15.
Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T, FVP UC15F and HOLSTEIN 2IGC0058, plus the other parts above.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.03" and 0.032". Replacement brands in this table include CHAMPION and MOTORCRAFT.
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAMPION Popular | 844 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 854 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 8441 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper Plus | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT | SP473A | 🇺🇸 US | Copper Non-Resistor | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT | 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 1956 Hudson Wasp, from CHAMPION and MOTORCRAFT. CHAMPION 844 carries the "Popular" badge.
Part numbers include CHAMPION 844, CHAMPION 854 and CHAMPION 8441, among others listed above.
Spark Plug Wire
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 3600 | 🇺🇸 US | SetCore Material: Suppression Core | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 23600 | 🇺🇸 US | Pro SeriesSet | View on Amazon |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | 661 | 🇺🇸 US | SetPermashield-Delcore | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Spark Plug wires.
3 Spark Plug Wire parts for the 1956 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.
Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 3600, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 23600 and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 661.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1956 Hudson Wasp
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- 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, 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 1956 Hudson Wasp?
Our catalog currently lists 26 ignition parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp across 7 subcategories and 10 brands, covering the 3.3L 202cid L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1956 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 1956 Hudson Wasp?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.03" 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 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 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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