7 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 1956 Jensen Interceptor, in 1 part type, covering the 3.9L L6 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1956 Jensen Interceptor, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Every listed part is an Universal Joint.
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.9L L6 — the only engine offered in the 1956 Jensen Interceptor.
Every drivetrain part listed for the 1956 Jensen Interceptor comes from DANA. Quality grades include Heavy Duty, Economy and Standard Replacement.
2 parts on this 1956 Jensen Interceptor page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including DANA 15178X (Universal Joint) and DANA 51350X (Universal Joint). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Universal Joint
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 15178X | 🇺🇸 US | SVLGreasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 25178X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer SelectGreasable | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Popular | 51350X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Non-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 51350XP | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL) PlusNon-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | 513501X | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Greasable | View on Amazon |
| DANA | SPL301350XC | 🇺🇸 US | Spicer Life Series (SPL)Non-Greasable | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA | 5178X | 🇺🇸 US | SpicerGreasable | View on Amazon |
This table covers the U-joints in the driveshaft.
7 Universal Joint parts for the 1956 Jensen Interceptor come from DANA. The "Popular" part is DANA 15178X.
The Economy section lists 2 options from DANA — the catalog's value-priced group. DANA 15178X is listed in this group.
In the Heavy Duty grade, DANA supplies 4 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is DANA 51350X.
In the Standard Replacement grade, DANA supplies 1 part: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is DANA 5178X.
This group includes DANA 15178X, DANA 25178X and DANA 51350X and the remaining parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1956 Jensen Interceptor
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 3.9L 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 differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Universal Joint .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1956 Jensen Interceptor?
Our catalog currently lists 7 drivetrain parts for the 1956 Jensen Interceptor across 1 subcategory and 1 brand, covering the 3.9L L6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1956 Jensen Interceptor?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. 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 differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
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 Jensen Interceptor 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 Jensen Interceptor?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.9L L6 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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