1939 CADILLAC
Model Designations:
Cadillac, Series 39-60S, 8 Cylinder
Cadilac, Series 39-61, 8 Cylinder
Cadillac, Series 39-75, 8 Cylinder
Cadillac, Series 39-90, 16 Cylinder
Cadillac, Series 39-60S, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
Special Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-6019S
Base Price: $2,195; Shipping Weight: 4,110 Pounds
Special Sedan, Sunshine Turret Top, 5 Passenger , Body Code: 39-6019S-A
Base Price: $2,245; Shipping Weight: NA
Special Sedan, Division Window, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-6019S-F
Price & Weight Not Available
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
Cadillac, Series 39-61, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body Code: 39-6127
Base Price: $1,695; Shipping Weight: 3,685 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body Code: 39-6167
Base Price: $1,855; Shipping Weight: 3,765 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-6129
Base Price: $2,265; Shipping Weight: 3,810 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-6119
Base Price: $1,765; Shipping Weight: 3,770 Pound
Trunk Sedan, Sunshine Turret Top, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-6119-A
Base Price: $1,805; Shipping Weight: NA
Trunk Sedan, Division Window, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-6119F
Price & Weight Not Available
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Series 39-60S & 61
8 Cylinder Engine
Wheelbase:
Series 60S: 127 Inches
Series 61: 126 Inches
Engine Type: 90 Degree, L-Head V-8
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/2" X 4-1/2"
Engine Displacement: 346.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 39.20
Horsepower: 135 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 3.92:1
Carburetor: Stromberg AAV-26 .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 16 inches; Series 60S: Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
Series 61: Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear 26
Capacities, Series 39-60S & 61
Cooling System: 24-1/2 Quarts
Fuel Tank: Series 60S, 24 Gallons;
Series 61, 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 2-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Popular Options, Series 39-60S & 61
Standard Radio, Master Radio, Heater, Seat Covers, Spotlight, Fog Lights, Flexible Steering Wheel, Windshield Washer, Automatic Battery Filler, Wheel Discs, Wheel Trim Rings.
Historical Information
The 1939 Cadillac Series 39-60S & 61 were introduced in October 1938.
Model Year Production: Series 60S: 5,513; Series 61: 5,913
Cadillac Fleetwood, Series 39-75, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7557
Base Price: $3,395; Shipping Weight: 4,595 Pounds
Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7557-B
Base Price: $3,495; Shipping Weight: 4,695 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7567
Base Price: $3,495; Shipping Weight: 4,675 Pounds
Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7519
Base Price: $3,100; Shipping Weight: 4,785 Pound
Imperial Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7519-F
Base Price: $3,265; Shipping Weight: 4,945 Pounds
Formal Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7559
Base Price: $4,115; Shipping Weight: 4,785 Pounds
Town Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7539
Base Price: $3,750; Shipping Weight: 4,820 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7529
Base Price: $4,065; Shipping Weight: 5,030 Pounds
Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7523
Base Price: $3,325; Shipping Weight: 4,865 Pounds
Imperial Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7533
Base Price: $3,475; Shipping Weight: 5,025 Pounds
Formal Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7553F
Base Price: $4,115; Shipping Weight: 5,025 Pounds
Town Car, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7553
Base Price: $5,245; Shipping Weight: 5,095 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
Fleetwood Series 39-75 Business Cars
Business Trunk Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7523-L
Base Price: $3,215; Shipping Weight: 4,865 Pounds
Business Trunk Imperial Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-7533-L
Base Price: $3,370; Shipping Weight: 5,025 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Series 39-75
8 Cylinder Engine
Wheelbase: 141 Inches
Engine Type: 90 Degree, L-Head V-8
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/2" X 4-1/2"
Engine Displacement: 346.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.70 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 39.30
Horsepower: 140 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.58:1
Carburetor: Stromberg AAV-26 .
Tire Size: 7.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressures: Front 32, Rear: 32
Capacities, Series 39-75
Cooling System: 24-1/2 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 26-1/2 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 2-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 6-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Popular Options, Series 39-75
Standard Radio, Master Radio, Heater, Seat Covers, Spotlight, Fog Lights, Flexible Steering Wheel, Windshield Washer, Automatic Battery Filler, Wheel Discs, Wheel Trim Rings.
Historical Information
The 1939 Cadillac Series 39-75 was introduced in October 1938.
Model Year Production: 2,069
Cadillac Fleetwood, Series 39-90, 16 Cylinder, Body Styles
Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9057
Base Price: $5,440; Shipping Weight: 4,915 Pounds
Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9057-B
Base Price: $5,545; Shipping Weight: 5,015 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9067
Base Price: $5,545; Shipping Weight: 4,995 Pounds
Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9019
Base Price: $5,240; Shipping Weight: 5,105 Pounds
Imperial Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9019-F
Base Price: $5,315; Shipping Weight: 5,165 Pounds
Formal Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9059
Base Price: $6,165; Shipping Weight: 5,105 Pounds
Town Sedan, 5 Passengr, Body Code: 39-9039
Base Price: $5,800; Shipping Weight: 5,140 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9029
Base Price: $6,110; Shipping Weight: 5,350 Pounds
Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9023
Base Price: $5,375; Shipping Weight: 5,185 Pounds
Imperial Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9033
Base Price: $5,525; Shipping Weight: 5,345 Pounds
Formal Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9033-F
Base Price: $6,165; Shipping Weight: 5,345 Pounds
Town Car, 7 Passenger, Body Code: 39-9053
Base Price: $7,295; Shipping Weight: 5,415 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Series 39-90
16 Cylinder Engine
Wheelbase: 141 Inches
Engine Type: 45 Degree, Overhead Valve, V-16
Bore & Stroke: 3-" X 3-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 431.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.80 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.60
Horsepower: 185 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.31:1
Left Carburetor: Carter WDO 407S
Right Carburetor: Carter WDO 408S .
Tire Size: 7.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 32, Rear: 32
Capacities, Series 39-90
Cooling System: 30 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 26-1/2 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 11 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 2-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 6-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Popular Options, Series 39-90
Standard Radio, Master Radio, Heater, Seat Covers, Spotlight, Fog Lights, Flexible Steering Wheel, Automatic Battery Filler, Windshield Washer, Wheel Discs, Wheel Trim Rings.
Historical Information
The 1939 Cadillac Series 39-90 was introduced in October 1938.
Model Year Production: 138
1939 CADILLAC
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder
Spark Plug Type: AC 104, Champion Y-4 or UY-6, or equivalent.
Spark Plug: Gap .025;
Point Gap: .015
Distributor Cam Angle: 25 degrees
Ignition Timing: "IGA" Mark on Viabration Damper
Firing Order: 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2 (Odd Numbers on Left Head, Even on Right Head)
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake Zero", Exhaust Zero"
Cylinder Head Torque: 70-75 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake Zero"; Exhaust Zero"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: Zero"; Exhaust: Zero"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens at TDC
Exhaust Closes 10 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 66 Lbs @ 1-59/64 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Piston & Ring Data, 8 Cylinder
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .0196"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .002"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 11
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .007"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring:
Top Ring: .0023"-.0041"
Lower Ring: .0013"-.0026"
Oil Control Ring: .0013"-.0026"
Engine Bearing Data, 8 Cylinder All Series
Camshaft End Play: Controlled by thrust plate at front bearing.
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0033"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.459"-2.4595"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod End Play: .008"-.014" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 50-60 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5000"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0015" -.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .001"-.005"
Main Bolt Tension: 130-140 Lbs. Ft.
Brake Specifications, Series 60S
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 24-1/2"
Width: Front: 2-1/4", Rear: 2"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 5/16"
Brake Specifications, Series 61
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 24-1/2"
Width: 2"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/4"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Series 60S
Caster: - 1/2 Degrees
Camber: +1/8 Degrees
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 5-1/2 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Series 61
Caster: - 1-3/4 Degrees
Camber: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 5 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Series 75 & 90
Caster: Zero Degrees
Camber: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 5 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, All Series
Not Available
Tune Up Specifications, 16 Cylinder
Spark Plug Type: Champion J-8, J-11, or equivalent.
Spark Plug: Gap .030;
Point Gap: .015
Distributor Cam Angle: 25 degrees
Ignition Timing: "IGA" or "IGN" Mark on Flywheel
Firing Order: 1-4-9-12-3-16-11-8-15-14-7-6-13-2-5-10
(Odd Numbers on Left Head, Even on Right Head)
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake Zero", Exhaust Zero"
Cylinder Head Torque: 70-75 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, 16 Cylinder
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake Zero"; Exhaust Zero"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: Zero"; Exhaust: Zero"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens at 6 Degrees Before TDC
Exhaust Closes 12 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 50 Lbs @ 1-25/32" (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Piston & Ring Data, 16 Cylinder
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .0196"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .002"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 11
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .007"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring:
Top Ring: .003"-.0043"
Lower Ring: .0013"-.0026"
Oil Control Ring: .0013"-.0026"
Engine Bearing Data, 16 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: Controlled by thrust plate at front bearing.
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0013"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter: 1.9988"-1.9993"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod End Play: .008"-.014" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 50-60 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 1.9988"-1.9993"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .001"-.005"
Main Bolt Tension: 100-110 Lbs. Ft.
Brake Specifications, Series 75 & 90
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 28-11/16"
Width: 2-1/4",
Thickness: 1/4"
Pedal Free Play: 5/16"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Series 90
Caster: Zero Degrees
Camber: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 5 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Series 90
Not Available
Dash Gauge Manufacturer:
Gasoline: AC
Temperature: AC
Oil Pressure: AC
Ammeter: AC
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Engine Numbers are identical with Serial Numbers
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Cadillac, Series 60S: 6290001
Cadillac, Series 61: 8290001
Cadillac, Series 75: 3290001
Cadillac, Series 90; 5290001
1939 Cadillac Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in October 1938.
Total 1939 Cadillac Production was 13,633.
Generator Specifications, Series 50, 60S, & 61:
Generator # 1101056
BrushSpring Tension:
Main Brush: 25 Ounces
Third Brush: 17 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts:
Shunt: 1.44-1.56
Third Brush: .89-.94
Maximum Cold Output: 29 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 4,000 RPM
Maximum Hot Output: 28 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 4,200 RPM
Generator Specifications, Series 75:
Generator # 1102654
BrushSpring Tension: 25 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.0-2.2
Maximum Cold Output: 30 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 1,700 RPM
Maximum Hot Output: Controlled by Current Regulator
Generator Specifications, Series 90:
Generator # 1102655
BrushSpring Tension: 25 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.0-2.2
Maximum Cold Output: 30 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 1,700 RPM
Maximum Hot Output: Controlled by Current Regulator
Regulator Specifications, Series 60S & 61:
Regulator #1118204
Voltage to Close Points, Adjust to 6.3-6.6 Volts
Reverse Current to Open Points: 0-4 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage (Hot): 7.0-7.1 Volts
Regulator Specifications, Series 75 & 90:
Regulator #1118230
Voltage to Close Points, Adjust to 6.2-6.7 Volts
Reverse Current to Open Points: 0-4 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 26-28 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage (Hot): 7.0-7.2 Volts
Distributor Specifications, V-8:
Distributor #1110604
Cam Angle: 25 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .015"
Condensor Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds.
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data: Not Applicable
Distributor Specifications, V-16:
Distributor #1110601
Cam Angle: 25 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .015"
Condensor Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds.
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 800 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data: Not Applicable
Starting Motor Data
Starter # 1107912
Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces
No Load Test: 60 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 6,000 RPM
Torque Test: 600 Amperes, 3.0 Volts, 16 Ft Lbs of Torque
Carter Carburetor Data, Series 40 & 50:
Carburetor Model: WDO
Carburetor # 423S
Casting #248
Repair Kit # 1069
Float Level: 1/8"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/2 - 1-1/4
Metering Rod Gauge # T109-113
Anti-Pump Travel: 25/64"
Loader Percolator Setting: .015"
Un-Idle Setting: 1/8"
Fast Idle Adjustment: .030"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Carter Carburetor Data, Series 50 & 52:
Carburetor Model: WDO
Carburetor # 460S
Casting # 277
Repair Kit # 1081
Float Level: 1/8"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/2 - 1-1/2
Metering Rod Gauge # T109-113
Anti-Pump Travel: 25/64"
Loader Percolator Setting: .015"
Un-Idle Setting: 13/64"
Fast Idle Adjustment: .023"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Carter Carburetor Data, Series V-16:
Carburetor Model: WDO
Carburetor # 407S
Casting #203
Repair Kit # N/A
Float Level: 13/64"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/4 - 1
Metering Rod Gauge # T109-27
Anti-Pump Travel: 19/64"
Loader Percolator Setting: .015"
Un-Idle Setting: 3/16"
Fast Idle Adjustment: .026"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Carter Carburetor Data, V-16:
Carburetor Model: WDO
Carburetor # 408S
Casting #203
Repair Kit # N/A
Float Level: 13/64"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/4 - 1
Metering Rod Gauge # T109-27
Anti-Pump Travel: 19/64"
Loader Percolator Setting: .015"
Un-Idle Setting: 3/16"
Fast Idle Adjustment: .026"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Stromberg Carburetor Data:
Carburetor # AAV-26
Part # A-18962
Code # 205-3
Repair Kit # RK-20
Float Level: Fuel Should be Level with Bottom of Sight Plug Hole, with Engine Idling
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve, Controlled by manifold vacuum
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .040"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: None
Fast Idle Setting: 38
Choke Unloader Setting: 11/64"
Fuel Pump Data:
V-8 Engine:
Pump Model: AB
Maximum Pressure: 4-1/2 PSI
V-16 Engine:
Pump Model: AU
Maximum Pressure: 4-1/2 PSI
V-16 Engine (Vacuum)
Pump Model: K
Maximim Pressure: N/A
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