1956 Pontiac Catalina Engine Blocks

Keep Your 1956 Pontiac Catalina in Top Shape with a Quality Engine Block

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1956 Pontiac Catalina, choosing high-quality parts is crucial for ensuring your vehicle stays in top shape, whether you’re tackling a repair or enhancing performance. At Advance Auto Parts, we know how important it is to find the right Engine Block for your Catalina. We currently carry a top Engine Block in stock that is built to last. Whether you’re replacing a damaged Engine Block or looking to upgrade, our selection for the 1956 Pontiac Catalina ensures you’ll find exactly what you need to keep your vehicle looking and performing its best.

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And while you’re here, don’t forget to check out related part categories like Engine Gaskets and Seals and Engine Timing Parts to complete your upgrade or repair project. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re proud to offer the parts and expertise to keep your 1956 Pontiac Catalina running smoothly and looking great.

Essential 1956 Pontiac Catalina Engine Blocks

Melling – Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft (Part No.IS-54A)

Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft

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$14.29
A new Melling oil pump shaft is recommended to complete every new oil pump install. Melling offers a complete line of high quality shafts for domestic and import pump applications. A new oil pump shaft is necessary due to possible metal fatigue, cracking

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With All Chevy Small Blocks, 8740 Steel, 190000 Psi (Part No.134-7901)

For Use With All Chevy Small Blocks, 8740 Steel, 190000 Psi

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$24.99
Many an engine has been destroyed as a result of oil pump driveshaft failure. To cure this all too common problem, ARP has designed an extra heavy duty shaft that will provide you with the necessary reliability. The shaft is made from heat treated, premium grade aerospace chrome moly steel. Moreover, the shaft diameter is a larger diameter than the OEM unit. These features combine to enable ARP shafts to handle the added torque requirements of increased capacity oil pumps or heavy viscosity lubricants.

Product Features:
  • Extra Heavy Duty Shaft That Will Provide The Necessary Reliability
  • Enable Shafts To Handle The Added Torque Requirements Of Increased Capacity Oil Pumps Or Heavy Viscosity Lubricants
  • Made From Premium Grade 8740 And Heat Treated To 190,000 Psi
  • Alignment Sleeve Is Roll Formed Onto The Shaft (Not Welded Or Pinned), Enabling The Sleeve To Float, Allowing For Slight Misalignment
  • Black Oxide
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Melling – Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft (Part No.IS-22F)

Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft

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$17.79
A new Melling oil pump shaft is recommended to complete every new oil pump install. Melling offers a complete line of high quality shafts for domestic and import pump applications. A new oil pump shaft is necessary due to possible metal fatigue, cracking

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
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Most Popular Oil Pump Shaft for 1956 Pontiac Catalinas

Enhance your 1956 Pontiac Catalina with this popular Oil Pump Shaft we have in stock, for $14.29.

Melling – Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft (Part No.IS-54A)

Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft

from

$14.29
A new Melling oil pump shaft is recommended to complete every new oil pump install. Melling offers a complete line of high quality shafts for domestic and import pump applications. A new oil pump shaft is necessary due to possible metal fatigue, cracking

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
See More

FAQs for 1956 Pontiac Catalina Engine Blocks

What’s the price range for 1956 Pontiac Catalina Engine Blocks?

We currently have just one Engine Blocks for the 1956 Pontiac Catalina in stock: Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft and it costs $14.29.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Engine Blocks for other Pontiac Catalina model years?

Yes, we carry Engine Blocks for 25 model years of Pontiac Catalinas between 1955 and 1981. The following model years are the most popular for Engine Block purchases: 1981, 1980, 1979, 1978, 1977, 1976, 1975, 1974, and 1973.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Engine Blocks for any other 1956 Pontiac models?

Yes. We stock Engine Blocks for 1 other popular 1956 Pontiac models. Some of the most popular are 1956 Star Chief Engine Blocks and 1956 Chieftain Engine Blocks.

What types of Engine Blocks do you sell for my 1956 Pontiac Catalina?

We currently have just 1 Engine Block in stock for a 1956 Pontiac Catalina, and as of 11/2/25, it is an Oil Pump Shaft.

Can I get help with 1956 Pontiac Catalina Engine Block orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Pontiac Engine Blocks and more.

What is your return policy for Pontiac Catalina Engine Blocks?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Pontiac Catalina Engine Blocks and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.