The 1956 Hudson Wasp has 8 steering parts with verified fitment on this page — 4 part types and 2 brands, covering the 3.3L 202cid L6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The steering system on the 1956 Hudson Wasp connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. The largest groups are Power Steering Fluid (4 parts), Steering Gear (2 parts) and Power Steering Control Valve (1 part). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 1956 Hudson Wasp came with a single engine, the 3.3L 202cid L6, and every part is verified against it.
2 brands supply steering parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp, led by LARES (4 parts) and LUBEGARD (4 parts).
Each part number listed for the 1956 Hudson Wasp opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Control Valve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 103 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering Control valves. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one.
One part is listed for the 1956 Hudson Wasp — LARES 103.
Power Steering Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LUBEGARD | 23201 | 🇺🇸 US | 1 QuartSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD | 23205 | 🇺🇸 US | 5 GallonSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD | 23232 | 🇺🇸 US | Synthetic Power Steering Fluid1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD | 23255 | 🇺🇸 US | 55 GallonSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
4 Power Steering Fluid parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp come from LUBEGARD.
Listed part numbers: LUBEGARD 23201, LUBEGARD 23205 and LUBEGARD 23232, plus the other parts above.
Power Steering Pump
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 2069 | 🇺🇸 US | Pump without ReservoirRemanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit.
This group shows a single part: LARES 2069.
Steering Gear
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 8511 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| LARES | 8512 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Steering gears.
2 Steering Gear parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp come from LARES.
Listed part numbers: LARES 8511 and LARES 8512.
Buying Steering Parts for a 1956 Hudson Wasp
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- 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 the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Power Steering Fluid and Steering Gear .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 1956 Hudson Wasp?
Our catalog currently lists 8 steering parts for the 1956 Hudson Wasp across 4 subcategories and 2 brands, covering the 3.3L 202cid L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 1956 Hudson Wasp?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. 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 inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
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 flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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