1935 BUICK


Models:

Buick, Series 40, 8 Cylinder

Buick, Series 50, 8 Cylinder

Buick, Series 60, 8 Cylinder

Buick, Series 90, 8 Cylinder


Buick, Series 40, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Model 41

Base Price: $925; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds; Production Total: 18,638


2 Door Business Coupe, 2 Passenger; Model 46

Base Price: $795; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds; Production Total: 2,850


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model 46C

Base Price: $925; Shipping Weight: 3,140 Pounds; Production Total: 933


2 Door Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model 46S

Base Price: $855; Shipping Weight: NA; Production Total: 1,136


4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Model 47

Base Price: $895; Shipping Weight: 3,180 Pounds; Production Total: 6,250


2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Model 48

Base Price: $865; Shipping Weight: 3,160 Pounds; Production Total: 4,957



Major Specifications, Model 40


Wheelbase: 117"

Engine Type: Overhead Valve In-Line 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-3/32" X 3-7/8"

Engine Displacement: 232.8 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 5.45:1

Taxable Horsepower: 30.63

Horsepower: 93 @ 3,200 RPM

Carburetor: 2 Barrell, Stromberg Downdraft EE-1 or Marvel ED-15

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.33:1

Tire Size: 6.25 X 16 Inches; Pressures: 26 Front & Rear


Capacities, Model 40


Cooling System: 14 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons

Engine Oil: 6 Quarts

Grade of Oil: +32 Degrees F & Above, 20

+10 Degrees F & Above, 20W

- 10 Degrees F & Above, 10W

Transmission Capacity: 1-3/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer, 140; Winter, 90

Rear Axle Capacity: 3 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer, 140; Winter, 90


Beginning Engine Number, Series 40: 4-2937408


Tune-Up Data, Series 40


Spark Plug Gap: .025"

Ignition Point Gap: .015"

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Ignition Timing Mark & Location: "ADV" Mark on Flywheel

Firing Order: 16258374

Tappet Clearance, Hot:

Intake: .008" Exhaust: .008"

Cylinder Head Tension: 65-70 Ft Lbs



Valve Data, Series 40


Tappet Clearance, Running Hot:

Intake: .008"

Exhaust: .008

Tappet Clearance for Timing:

Intake: .008

Exhaust: .008

Valve Timing:

Intake Valve Opens: 4-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Valve Closes: 21 Degrees ATDC

Valve Seat Angle:

Intake: 45 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Minimum Valve Spring Pressure (New Spring):

Inner Spring: 20 Pounds @ 1-21/32"

Outer Spring: 35 Pounds @ 1-15/16"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: .0015"-.0035"

Exhaust: .0021"-.0039"



Piston & Ring Data, Series 40


Pistons Removed from Above

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land: .0075"

Top of Skirt: .0018"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness to Use: Should fall @ .0015" and hold @ .00225"

Pounds Pull on Scale: Use Shim Thickness Data

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression: .010"

Oil Control: .010"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression: .002"-.0035"

Oil Control: .0015"-.003"



Engine Bearing Data, Series 40


Camshaft End Play: .002"-.006"

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0035"

Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Diameter: 1.997"-1.999"

Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.002"

Connecting Rod End Play: .005"-.010"

Connecting Rod Bolt Tension: 40-45 Ft Lb

Main Bearing Journal Diameter:

#1: 2.3095"-2.3115" #2: 2.3725"-2.3745" #3: 2.4345"-2.4365"

#4: 2.4975"-2.4995" #5: 2.5595"-2.5615"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0022"

Crankshaft End Play: .004:-.007"

Main Bolt Tension: 90-100 Ft Lbs



Brake Data, Series 40


Lining Material: Molded

Length of Lining Per Wheel: 26"

Width of Lining: 1-3/4"

Thickness of Lining: 3/16"

Brake Pedal Free Play: 3/8"



Wheel Alignment Data, Series 40


Caster: +3 Degrees

Camber: +7/8 Degrees

Toe In: 5/32"

Kingpin Inclination: 4 Degrees



Rear Axle Data, Series 40


Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.010"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None

Axle Shaft End Play: .000"-.008"



Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, Series 40:


Distributor # 663-E

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Point Opening: .015"

Condensor Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds

Breker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1-3/4 Degrees @ 250 RPM

Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-7

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 10-13

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6 Degrees



Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, Series 40:


Generator # 936-C

Brush Spring Tension

Main: 25

Third: 17

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.3-2.6 Amperes

Maximum Cold Output:

23 Amperes; 8.8 Volts @ 2,800 RPM

Maximum Output:

20 Amperes, 8.5 Volts @ 3,400 RPM


Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications, Series 40:


Regulator Type: Controlled by Third Brush

Regulator # 270B

Armature Air Gap With Points Closed: .020"

Point Opening: .020"

Armature Spring Tension: 6.2 Ounces

Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.75-7.5 Volts

Amperage to Open Points: 0-3.5 Amperes



Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, Series 40:


Starter #734-Z

Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces

No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 5,000 RPM

Lock Test: 525 Amperes, 3.37 Volts; Torque: 12 Ft Lbs


Buick Series 50, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


2 Door Business Coupe, 2 Passenger, Model 56

Base Price: $1,110; Shipping Weight: 3,652 Pounds; Production Total: 257


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 2 Passenger, Model 56C

Base Price: $1,230; Shipping Weight: 3,662 Pounds; Production Total: 170


2 Door Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model 56S

Base Price: $1.145; Shipping Weight: 3,682 Pounds; Production Total: 268


4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Model 57

Base Price: $1,190; Shipping Weight: 3,822; Production Total: 3,778


2 Door Victoria Coupe, Model 58

Base Price: $1,160; Shipping Weight: 3,737 Pounds; Production Total: 1,589



Major Specifications, Model 50


Wheelbase: 119"

Engine Type: Overhead Valve In-Line 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 2-11/32" X 4-1/4"

Engine Displacement: 235.3 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 5.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.20

Horsepower: 88 @ 3,200 RPM

Carburetor: Marvel ED-15 or 10-157

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.88:1

Tire Size: 7.00 X 16; Pressures: 26 Front & Rear



Capacities, Model 50


Cooling System: 15-1/2 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons

Engine Oil: 7 Quarts

Grade of Oil: +32 Degrees F & Above, 20

+10 Degrees F & Above, 20W

- 10 Degrees F & Above, 10W

Transmission Capacity: 1-3/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer, 140; Winter, 90

Rear Axle Capacity: 3 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer, 140; Winter, 90


Beginning Engine Number, Series 50: 5-2922075



Tune-Up Data, Series 50


Spark Plug Gap: .025"

Ignition Point Gap: .015"

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Ignition Timing Mark & Location: "ADV" on Flywheel

Firing Order: 16258374

Tappet Clearance, Hot:

Intake: .008" Exhaust: .008"

Cylinder Head Tension: 65-70 Ft Lbs



Valve Data, Series 50


Tappet Clearance, Running Hot:

Intake: .008"

Exhaust: .008"

Tappet Clearance for Timing:

Intake: .008"

Exhaust: .008"

Valve Timing:

Intake Valve Opens: 4-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Valve Closes: 30 Degrees ATDC

Valve Seat Angle:

Intake: 45 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Minimum Valve Spring Pressure (New Springs):

Inner Spring: 10 Pounds @ 1-13/16"

Outer Spring: 35 Pounds @ 1-15/16"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: .0015"-.0035"

Exhaust: .0021"-.0039"



Piston & Ring Data, Series 50


Pistons Removed from Below

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land: .0047"

Top of Skirt: .0018"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness to Use: Should fall @ .0015" and hold @ .00225"

Pounds Pull on Scale: Use Shim Thickness Data

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression: .010"

Oil Control: .010"

Clearance Between Rihg & Grooves:

Compression: .002"-.0035"

Oil Control: .0015"-.003"



Engine Bearing Data, Series 50


Camshaft End Play: .002"-.006"

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0035"

Conecting Rod Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.1225"-2.1245"

Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.002"

Connecting Rod End Play: .005"-.010"

Connecting Rod Bearing Tension: 40-45 Ft Lbs

Main Bearing Journal Diameter:

#1: 2.3095"-2.3115" #2: 2.3725"-2.3745" #3: 2.4345"-2.4365"

#4: 2.4675"-2.4995" #5: 2.5595"-2.5615"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0022"

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.007"

Main Bolt Tension: 90-100 Ft Lbs



Brake Data, Series 50


Lining Material: Primary Shoe is Woven; Secondary Shoe is Molded

Length of Lining Per Wheel: 25"

Width of Lining: 1-3/4"

Thickness of Lining: 3/16"

Brake Pedal Free Play: 3/8"



Wheel Alignment Data, Series 50


Caster: +2 Degrees

Camber: +7/8 Degrees

Toe In: 5/32"

Kingpin Inclination: 5 Degrees



Rear Axle Data, Series 50


Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.010"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Sleeve

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None

Axle Shaft End Play: .000"-.008"




Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, Series 50:


Distributor # 663-C

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Point Opening: .015"

Condensor Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds

Breker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1-3/4 Degrees @ 250 RPM

Full Advance: 10-1/2 Degrees @ 800 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-7

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 10-13

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6 Degrees



Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, Series 50:


Generator # 956-H

Brush Spring Tension

Main: 25

Third: 17

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.1-2.5 Amperes

Maximum Cold Output:

22 Amperes; 8.7 Volts @ 2,000 RPM

Maximum Output:

14 Amperes, 7.8 Volts @ 2,500 RPM


Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications, Series 50:


Regulator Type: Controlled by Third Brush

Regulator # 264K

Armature Air Gap With Points Closed: .012"

Point Opening: .020"

Voltage to Close Relay Points: 3.0-4.0 Volts



Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, Series 50:


Starter #734-Z

Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces

No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 5,000 RPM

Lock Test: 525 Amperes, 3.37 Volts; Torque: 12 Ft Lbs




Buick, Series 60, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


2 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Model 61

Base Price: $1,462; Shipping Weight: 4,288 Pounds; Production Total: 2,762


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model 66C

Base Price: $1,375; Shipping Weight: 4,163 Pounds; Production Total: 111


2 Door Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model 66S;

Price & Weight Not Available; Production Total: 257


4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Model 67

Base Price: $1,425; Shipping Weight: 4,273 Pounds; Production Total: 1,716


2 Door Victoria Coupe, 5 Passenger, Model 68

Base Price: $1,395; Shipping Weight: 4,183 Pounds: Production Total: 597


4 Door Convertible Phaeton: 5 Passenger, Model 68C

Base Price: $1,675; Shipping Weight: 4,323 Pounds; Production Total: 256



Major Specifications, Model 60


Wheelbase: 128"

Engine Type: Overhead Valve In-Line 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-3/32" X 4-5/8"

Engine Displacement: 248.1 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 5.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 30.63

Horsepower: 100 @ 3,200 RPM

Carburetor: Marvel ED-25 or 10-579

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.7:1

Tire Size: 7.50 X 16 Inches; Pressures: 28 Front & Rear



Capacities, Model 60


Cooling System: 18 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil: 8 Quarts

Grade of Oil: +32 Degrees F & Above, 20

+10 Degrees F & Above, 20W

- 10 Degrees F & Above, 10W

Transmission Capacity: 4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer, 140; Winter, 90

Rear Axle Capacity: 4-5/8 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer, 140; Winter, 90


Beginning Engine Number, Series 60: 6-29222072



Tune-Up Data, Series 60


Spark Plug Gap: .025"

Ignition Point Gap: .015"

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Ignition Timing Mark & Location: "ADV" Mark on Flywheel

Firing Order: 16258374

Tappet Clearance, Hot:

Intake: .008" Exhaust: .008"

Cylinder Heat Tension: 65-70 Ft Lbs



Valve Data, Series 60


Tappet Clearance, Running Hot:

Intake: .008"

Exhaust: .008"

Tappet Clearance for Timing:

Intake: .008"

Ehaust: .008"

Valve Timing:

Intake Valve Opens: 4-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Valve Closes: 30 Degrees ATDC

Valve Seat Angle:

Intake: 45 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Minimum Valve Spring Pressure (New Springs):

Inner Spring: 20 Pounds @ 1-21/32"

Outer Spring: 35 Pounds @ 1-15/16"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: .0015:-.0035"

Exhaust: .0021"-.0039"



Piston & Ring Data, Series 60


Piston Removed from Below

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land: .0077"

Top of Skirt: .0018"

Fitting Pistons with Sring Scale:

Shim Thickness to Use: Should fall @ .0015" and hold @ .00225"

Pounds Pull on Scale: Use Shim thickness Data

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression: .010"

Oil Control: .010"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression: .002"-.0035"

Oil Control: .0015"-.003"



Engine Bearing Data, Series 60


Camshaft End Play: .002"-.006"

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0035"

Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.184"-2.186"

Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.002"

Connecting Rod End Play: .005"-.010"

Connecting Rod Bolt Tension: 60-65 Ft Lbs

Main Bearing Journal Diameter:

#1: 2.3095"-2.3115" #2: 2.3725"-2.3745" #3: 2.4345"-2.4365"

#4: 2.4975"-2.4995" #5: 2.5595"-2.5615"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0022"

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.007"

Main Bolt Tension: 90-100 Ft Lbs



Brake Data, Series 60


Lining Material: Primary Shoe is Woven; Secondary Shoe is Molded

Length of Lining Per Wheel: 29"

Width of Lining: 1-3/4:

Thickness of Lining: 3/16"

Brake Pedal Free Play: 3/8"



Wheel Alignment, Series 60


Caster: +1-1/8 Degrees

Camber: +7/8 Degrees

Toe In: 5/32"

Kingpin Inclination: 5 Degrees



Rear Axle Data, Series 60


Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.010"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Sleeve

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None

Axle Shaft End Play: .000"-.008"



Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, Series 60:


Distributor # 663-A

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Point Opening: .015"

Condensor Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds

Breker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1-3/4 Degrees @ 250 RPM

Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-7

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 10-13

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6 Degrees



Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, Series 60:


Generator # 956-H

Brush Spring Tension

Main: 25

Third: 17

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.1-2.5 Amperes

Maximum Cold Output:

22 Amperes; 8.7 Volts @ 2,000 RPM

Maximum Output:

14 Amperes, 7.8 Volts @ 2,500 RPM


Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications, Series 60:


Regulator Type: Controlled by Third Brush

Regulator # 264K

Armature Air Gap With Points Closed: .012"

Point Opening: .020"

Voltage to Close Relay Points: 3.0-4.0 Volts



Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, Series 60:


Starter #727-F

Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces

No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 5,500 RPM

Lock Test: 600 Amperes, 3.0 Volts; Torque: 16 Ft Lbs



Buick Series 90, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 7 Passenger, Model 90

Base Price: $2,055; Shipping Weight: 4,766 Pounds; Production Total: 609


4 Door Limousine, 7 Passenger, Model 90L

Base Price: $2,175; Shipping Weight: 4,846 Pounds; Production Total: 191


4 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Model 91

Base Price: $1,965; Shipping Weight: 4,606 Pounds; Production Total: 573


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model 96C

Base Price: $1,945; Shipping Weight: 4,481 Pounds; Production Total: 10


2 Door Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model 96S

Base Price: $1,875; Shipping Weight: 4,516 Pounds; Production Total: 41


4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Model 97

Base Price: $1,945; Shipping Weight: 4,661 Pounds; Production Total: 117


2 Door Victoria Coupe, 5 Passenger, Model 98

Base Price: $1,895; Shipping Weight: 4,541 Pounds; Production Total: 32


4 Door Convertible Phaeton, 5 Passenger, Model 98C

Base Price: $2,145; Shipping Weight: 4,661 Pounds; Production Total: 38



Major Specifications, Model 90


Wheelbase: 136"

Engine Type: Overhead Valve In-Line 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-5/16" X 5.00"

Engine Displacement: 344.8 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 4.95:1

Taxable Horsepower: 35.12

Horsepower: 116 @ 3,200 RPM

Carburetor: Marvel ED-3 or 10-1581

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.36:1

Tire Size: 7.50 X 16 Inches; Pressures: 28 Front & Rear



Capacities, Model 90


Cooling System: 23 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil: 9 Quarts

Grade of Oil: +32 Degrees F & Above, 20

+10 Degrees F & Above, 20W

- 10 Degrees F & Above, 10W

Transmission Capacity: 4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer, 140; Winter 90

Rear Axle Capacity: 5-1/2 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer, 140; Winter 90


Beginning Engine Number, Series 90: 9-2922072



Tune-Up Data, Series 90


Spark Plug Gap: .025"

Ignition Point Gap: .015"

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Ignition Timing Mark & Location: "ADV" Mark on Flywheel

Firing Order: 16258374

Tappet Clearance, Hot:

Intake: .008"

Exhaust: .008"

Cylinder Head Tension: 65-70 Ft Lbs



Valve Data, Series 90


Tappet Clearance, Running Hot:

Intake: .008"

Exhaust: .008"

Tappet Clearance for Timing:

Intake: .008"

Exhaust: .008"

Valve Timing:

Intake Valve Opens: 4-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Valve Closes: 30 Degrees ATDC

Valve Seat Angle:

Intake: 45 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Minimum Valve Spring Pressure (New Springs):

Inner Spring: 20 Pounds @ 1-21/32"

Outer Spring: 35 Pounds @ 1-15/16"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: .0015"-.0035"

Exhaust: .0021"-.0039"



Piston & Ring Data, Series 90


Piston Removed from Below

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top of Land: .0097"

Top of Skirt: .002"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness to Use: Should fall @ .0015" and hold @ .00225"

Pounds Pull on Scale: Use Shim Thickness Data

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression: .010"

Oil Control: .010"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression: .002"-.0035"

Oil Control: .0015"-..003"



Engine Bearing Data, Series 90


Camshaft End Play: .002"-.006"

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0035"

Connecting Rod Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.3715"-2.3735"

Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.002"

Conectng Rod End Play: .005"-.010"

Connecting Rod Bolt Tension: 60-65 Ft Lbs

Main Bearing Journal Diameter:

#1: 2.5595"-2.5615" #2: 2.6225"-2.6245" #3: 2.6845"-2.6865"

#4: 2.7475"-2.7495" #5: 2.8095"-2.8115"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0007:-.0022"

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.007"

Main Bolt Tension: 90-100 Ft Lbs



Brake Data, Series 90


Lining Material: Primary Show is Woven; Secondary Shoe is Molded

Length of Lining Per Wheel: 29"

Width of Lining: 2-1/4"

Thickness of Lining: 3/16"

Brake Pedal Free Play: 3/8"



Wheel Allignment Data, Series 90


Caster: +1-1/8 Degrees

Camber: +7/8 Degrees

Toe In: 5/32"

Kingpin Inclination: 5 Degrees



Rear Axle Data, Series 90


Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.010"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Sleeves

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None

Axle Shaft End Play: .000"-.008"



Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, Series 90:


Distributor # 663-A

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Point Opening: .015"

Condensor Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds

Breker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1-3/4 Degrees @ 250 RPM

Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-7

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 10-13

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6 Degrees



Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, Series 90:


Generator # 956-H

Brush Spring Tension

Main: 25

Third: 17

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.1-2.5 Amperes

Maximum Cold Output:

22 Amperes; 8.7 Volts @ 2,000 RPM

Maximum Output:

14 Amperes, 7.8 Volts @ 2,500 RPM



Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications, Series 90:


Regulator Type: Controlled by Third Brush

Regulator # 264K

Armature Air Gap With Points Closed: .012"

Point Opening: .020"

Voltage to Close Relay Points: 3.0-4.0 Volts



Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications, All Series:


Regulator Type: Voltage

Regulator # 5581

Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.3-6.9 Volts

Amperage to Open Relay Points: 0-3.0 Amperes



Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, Series 90:


Starter #727-F

Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces

No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 5,500 RPM

Lock Test: 600 Amperes, 3.0 Volts; Torque: 16 Ft Lbs


Dash Gauge Manufacturer:


Gasoline, Oil Pressure, Temperature, & Ammeter: AC



FUEL PUMP DATA:


1935 Series 40:

Pump Model: W

Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI


1935 Series 40:

Pump Model R

Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI


1935 Series 50:

Pump Model: I

Maximum Pressure: 4-1/2 PSI


1935 Series 60 & 90:

Pump Model: F

Maximum Pressure: 4-1/2 PSI



1935 Buick Beginning Serial Numbers, All Series: 2777650


Popular Options, All Series:


Sijdemounts, Wire Wheels, Luggage Rack, Steel Sidemount Tire Covers.


1935 Buick Historical Data:


Model Year introduction of the 1935 Buick was on October 18, 1934.

Model lYear Production: 48,256



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