1955 CHEVROLET
General Specifications
Model Designations:
One Fifty, Series 1500-A, 6 or 8 Cylinder
Two Ten, Series 2100-B, 6 or 8 Cylinder
Bel Air, Series 2400-C, 6 or 8 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase: 115 Inches - All Series
Overall Length, All Series: Passenger Cars. 195.6"
Station Wagons: 197.1"
Tire Size: 6.70 X 15 Inches
Tread: Front: 58", Rear 58.8"
6 Cylinder Engine - Standard Transmission
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 3-15/16"
Engine Displacement: 235 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.5 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.40
Horsepower: 123 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 207 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Valve Lifters: Solid
Normal Oil Pressure: 35 Lbs/Sq. In. .
Carburetor: Rochester Model #7007181, One Barrel
6 Cylinder Engine - Automatic Transmission
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 3-15/16"
Engine Displacement: 235 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 7.5:1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.40
Horsepower: 136 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 209 Ft. Lbs.@ 2,200 RPM
Valve Lifters: Hydralic
Normal Oil Pressure: 35 Lbs/Sq. In.
Carburetor: Rochester Model #7007181, One Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine
Bore & Stroke: 3-3/4" X 3.00"
Engine Displacement: 265 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.0:1
Taxable Horsepower: 45.0
Horsepower: With 2 Barrel Carburetor & Single Exhaust, 162 @ 4400 RPM
With 4 Barrell Carburetor & Dual Exhaust, 180 @ 4600 RPM
Torque: 257 Ft. Lbs @ 2200 RPM
Valve Lifters: With Standard Transmission, Solid
With Automatic Transmission, Hydralic
Normal Oil Pressure: 35 Lbs/Sq. In.
Carburetor: Rochester Model #7008006, 2 Barrel
4 Barrel Optional
ONE-FIFTY SERIES:
Model #1503; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1219
Base Price: $1,728/$1,827; Shipping Weight: 3,165 Lbs/3,135 Lbs
Production Total: 29,898
Model #1502, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1211,
Base Price: $1,685/$1,784; Shipping Weight: 3,110 Lbs/3,080 Lbs.
Production Total: 66,416
Model #1512B,2 Door Sedan, 3 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1211B,
Factory Price: $1,593/$1,692; Shipping Weight: 3,085 Lbs/3,055 Lbs.
Production Total: 11,196
Model #1529, 2 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1263F,
Factory Price: $2,030/$2,129; Shipping Weight: 3,290 Lbs/3,260 Lbs.
Production Total: 17,936
Price & Weight: 1st figure is for 6 Cylinder, 2nd figure is for 8 Cylinder.
TWO-TEN SERIES:
Model #2103, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1019,
Base Price: $1,819/$1,918; Shipping Weight: 3,180 Lbs/3,150 Lbs.
Production Total: 317,724
Model #2102, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1011,
Base Price: $1,775/$1,874; Shipping Weight: 3,145 Lbs/3,125 Lbs.
Production Total: 249,105
Model #2124, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1011A,
Base Price: $1,835/$1,934; Shipping Weight: 3,145 Lbs/3,115 Lbs.
Production Total: 115,584 (Delray)
Model #2154, 2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #44-1037F,
Base Price: $1,959/$2,058; Shipping Weight: 3,172 Lbs/3,144 Lbs
Production Total: 11,675
Model #2129, 2 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1063F,
Base Price: $2,079/$2,178; Shipping Weight: 3,330 Lbs/3,300 Lbs.
Production Total: 29,918
Model #2109, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1062F,
Base Price: $2,127/$2,226; Shipping Weight: 3,370 Lbs/3,340 Lbs
Production Total: 82,303
Price & Weight: 1st figure is for 6 Cylinder, 2nd figure is for 8 Cylinder
BEL AIR SERIES:
Model #2403, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1019D,
Base Price: $1,932/$2,031; Shipping Weight: 3,200 Lbs/3,170 Lbs
Production Total: 345,372
Model #2402, 2 Door Sedan,6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1011D,
Base Price: $1,888/$1,987; Shipping Weight: 3,155 Lbs/3,125 Lbs
Production Total: 168,313
Model #2454, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1037D,
Base Price: $2,067/$2,166; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Lbs/3,165 Lbs
Production Total: 185,562
Model #2434, 2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1067D,
Base Price: $2,206/$2,305; Shipping Weight: 3,315 Lbs/3,285 Lbs
Production Total: 41,292
Model #2429, 2 Door Station Wagon, Nomad, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #1064DF,
Base Price: $2,472/$2,571; Shipping Weight: 3,300 Lbs/3,270 Lbs
Production Total: 6,103
Model #2409, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body/Style #55-1062DF
Base Price: $2,262/$2,361; Shipping Weight: 3,385 Lbs/3,335 Lbs
Production Total: 24,313
Price & Weight: 1st Figure is for 6 Cylinder, 2nd Figure is for 8 Cylinder
All Engines and Transmissions were available in all series.
1955 CHEVROLET
Tune Up Specifications - All Series:
8 Cylinder Engine
Spark Plug:
Type: AC 44-5
Gap: .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Firing Order: 18436572
Ignition Timing:
Prior to Engine #572,254 - Intake opens 3 Degrees BTDC
After Engine #572,253 - Intake opens 1 Degree ATDC
Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Tansmission: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 425 RPM
Fuel Filter: AC GF124
Cylinder Head Torque: 60-70 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 Lbs.
6 Cylinder Engine
Spark Plug:
Type AC 44-5
Gap .035
Point Gap: .016
Firing Order: 153624
Ignition Timing: Steel Ball
Location: Flywheel
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 425 RPM
Fuel Filter: AC GF124
Cylinder Head Torque: 90-95 Ft. Lbs.
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 Lbs.
Belts & Hoses:
6 Cylinder 235 Cu. In. Engine:
Fan & Generator Belt, w/o Power Steering: Goodyear #13406, or Equivalent
Fan & Generator Belt with Power Steering Belt: Goodyear #13421 or Equivalent
Radiator Hoses: Upper: # Not Available;
Lower: Goodyear #52816 or Equivalent
Heater Hose: 5/8" by 7.00 Feet
8 Cylinder 265 Cu. In. Engine:
Fan & Generator Belt, w/o Power Steering: Goodyear #13541, or Equivalent
Fan & Generator Belt, w/o Power Steering, with Air Conditioning:: Goodyear #13541, or Equivalent
Fan & Generator Belt with Power Steering: Goodyear #13545 or Equivalent
Fan & Generator Belt with Power Steering & Air Conditioning: Goodyear #13545 or Equivalent
Air Conditioning Belt: Goodyear #15606 or Equivalent
Radiator Hoses: Upper: Goodyear #60436*, or #52412 or Equivalent
Lower: Goodyear #60197, or #52813 or Equivalent
* Cut to Fit.
Heater Hose: 5/8" by 7.00 Feet
Valve Specifications:
8 Cylinder Engine-Standard Transmission
Tappet Clearance:
Intake: .008 Hot
Exhaust: .016 Hot
Clearance for Intake Timing: Zero
Valve Seat Angle: 46 Degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Opens: 12 Degrees ATDC
Exhaust Closes: 14 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure:
Inner Spring: 150 Lbs @ 1.36 Inches
Outer Spring: Single Spring Used
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001-.027
Exhaust .0015-.0032
8 Cylinder Engine - Automatic Transmission
Tappet Clearance:
Intake: Zero
Exhaust: Zero
Clearance for Intake Timing: Zero
Valve Seat Angle: 46 Degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Opens: 8 Degrees BTDC
Exhaust Closes: 20 Degrees ATDC
Valve Spring Pressure:
Inner Spring: 150 Lbs @ 1.36 Inches
Outer Spring: Single Spring Used
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake: .001-.0027
Exhaust: .0015-.0032
6 Cylinder Engine - Standard Transmission
Tappet Clearance:
Intake: .006 Hot
Exhaust: .013 Hot
Clearance for Intake Timing: Zero
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 31 Degrees
Exhaust: 46 Degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Opens: 1 Degree ATDC
Exhaust Closes: 9 Degrees ATDC
Valve Spring Pressure:
Inner Spring: 160 Lbs @ 1.50 Inches
Outer Spring: Single Spring Used
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001-.0027
Exhaust .001-.0027
6 Cylinder Engine - Automatic Transmission
Tappet Clearance:
Intake: Zero
Exhaust: Zero
Clearance for Intake Timing: Zero
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 31 Degrees
Exhaust: 46 Degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Opens: 10-3/10 Degrees BTDC
Exhaust Closes: 15 Degrees ATDC
Valve Spring Pressure:
Inner Spring: 53 Lbs @ 1.39 Inches
Outer Spring: 202 Lbs @ 1.46 Inches
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.027
Exhaust: .001-.0027
Piston & Ring Data:
8 Cylinder Engine
Piston Removal: From Above
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015
Pounds Pull on Scale: 7 to 18
Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007
Oil Ring: .015
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .001-.003
Oil Control Ring: Free to .010
Wrist Pin Diameter: 09270-.9273
6 Cylinder Engine
Piston Removal: From Above
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015
Pounds Pull on Scale: 7 to 18
Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007
Oil Control Ring: .015
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .001-.003
Oil Control Ring: Free to .010
Wrist Pin Diameter: .8660-.8665
Engine Bearing Data:
8 Cylinder Engine
Rod Journal Diameter: 1.999-2.000 Inches
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0017-.0036 inches
Rod End Play: .008-.014 inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 30-35 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.2978-2.2988"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0008 -.0034 inches
Crankshaft End Play: .002-.006 Inch
Main Bolt Tension: 60-70 Lbs. Ft.
6 Cylinder Engine
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.311-2.312
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0007-.0028
Rod End Play: .005-.010
Rod Bolt Tension: 35-45 Lbs Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter:
Front: 2.6835-2.6845; No. 2: 2.7145-2.7155
No. 3: 2.7455-2.7465; No. 4: 2.7765-2.7775
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005-.0031
Crankshaft End Play: .0035-.0095
Main Bolt Tension: 100-110 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities-All Series:
With 8 Cylinder Engine
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts
Engine Oil Filter Cartridge: AC PF131
Manual Transmission: Without Overdrive: 2 Pints
With Overdrive: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts Total; 5 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
With 6 Cylinder Engine
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts
Engine Oil Filter Cartridge: AC P115
Manual Transmission: Without Overdrive: 2 Pints
With Overdrive: 3 Pints
Automatic Tansmission: 11 Quarts Total; 5 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 4 Pints:
Beginning Serial Numbers:
B55F-1001
Beginning Engine Numbers:
8 Cylinder: 1001-F55FB
6 Cylinder: 1001-F-55Z
Brake Specifications-All Series:
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:
Length, 2
Width: Front 2" Rear 1-3/4"
Thickness, .212"
Brake Shoe Clearance: Adjust to slight drag then back off 7 notches
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Rear Axle Specifications:
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .005"-.008"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims
Axle Shaft End Play: .014"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Caster: -1/2 to +1/2, 0 Desired
Camber: 0 to +1, +1/2 Desired
Toe In; 1/8 to 3/16 inches;
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 22-26 Degrees
Kingpin Angle: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 Degrees
Generator & Regulator Specifications:
Generator #1100310
25 Amperes @ 2,780 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current @ 12 Volts: 1.5-1.52
Regulator #1118945
Voltage to Close Points: 12.8 Volts
Reverse Current to Open Points: 0-3 Amperes
Armature Air Gap: .020
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.5 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 25 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075 Inches
Generator #1102020
30 Amperes @ 2,150 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current @ 12 Volts: 1.48-1.62
Regulator #1118826
Voltage to Close Points: 12.8 Volts
Reverse Current to Open Points: 0-3 Amperes
Armature Air Gap: .020
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.5 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 25 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075 Inches
Distributor Specifications:
8 Cylinder Engine:
Distributor #1110847
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Cam Angle Degrees: 26-33
Point Opening: .016 Inch
Condensor Capacity: .18-.23 Mfds.
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-7 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 13-1/2 to 14-1/2 Inches
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13-15 Degrees
6 Cylinder Engine:
Distributor #1112403
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Cam Angle Degrees: 28-35
Point Opening: .016 Inch
Condensor Capacity: .18-.23 Mfds.
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 375 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 1,750 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4-6 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 7-1/2 to 10 Inches
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6-1/2 to 8-1/2 Degrees
Starting Motor Specifications:
Starter #1107626
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test:
75 Amperes
10.3 Volts
6,900 RPM
Torque Test:
435 Amperes
5.8 Volts
10-1/2 Ft Lbs
Starter #1107627
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test
75 Amperes
10.3 Volts
6,900 RPM
Torque Test
435 Amperes
5.8 Volts
10-1/2 Ft Lbs
Rochester Carburetor Data, 6 Cylinder:
Rochester Type BC with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 7009911
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 2-1/2 Turns
Choke Setting: Index
Choke Rod: .076"
Choke Unloader: .230"
Rochester Type BC with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 7005982
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 2-1/2 Turns
Choke Setting: Index
Choke Rod: .076"
Choke Unloader: .230"
Rochester Type BC with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 7007180
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 2-1/2 Turns
Choke Setting: 2 Lean
Choke Rod: .076"
Choke Unloader: .230"
Rochester Type BC with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 7007181
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 2-1/2 Turns
Choke Setting: Index
Choke Rod: .076"
Choke Unloader: .230"
Rochester Type BC with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 7007172
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 2-1/2 Turns
Choke Setting: Index
Choke Rod: .076"
Choke Unloader: .230"
Rochester Carburetor Data, 8 Cylinder:
Rochester Type 2GC with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 7005810
Float Level: 1-5/32"
Float Drop: 1-29/32"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1-1/2 Turns
Choke Setting: Index
Pump Rod: 15/16"
Choke Rod: .089"
Choke Unloader: .360"
Rochester Type 2GC with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 7006825
Float Level: 1-5/32"
Float Drop: 1-29/32"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1-1/2 Turns
Choke Setting: Index
Pump Rod: 15/16"
Choke Rod: .089"
Choke Unloader: .360"
Rochester Type 2GC with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 7008004 & 7008005
Float Level: 1-5/32"
Float Drop: 1-29/32"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1-1/2 Turns
Choke Setting: Index
Pump Rod: 15/16"
Choke Rod: .089"
Choke Unloader: .360"
Carter Carburetor Data, 8 Cylinder:
Rochester Type WCFB with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 2218S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/4 to1-1/4 Turns
Float Level:
Primary: 1-8"
Secondary: 1-4"
Float Drop:
Primary: 5/8"
Secondary: 3/4"
Fast Idle: .015"
Unloader: 3/16"
Vapor Bowl Vent: 1/16"
Choke Setting: Index
Rochester Type WCFB with Automatic Choke:
Carburetor #: 2351S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/4 to1-1/4 Turns
Float Level:
Primary: 1-8"
Secondary: 1-4"
Float Drop:
Primary: 5/8"
Secondary: 3/4"
Fast Idle: .015"
Unloader: 3/16"
Vapor Bowl Vent: 1/16"
Secondary Throttle Lever: .017"-.022"
Choke Setting: 2 Lean
Fuel Pump Data:
6 Cylinder:
Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder:
Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI
Popular Options:
Power Steering, Power Brakes, Directional Signals, Electric Windshield Wipers, Power Windows, Power Seat, Heater & Defroster, Air Conditioning, White Sidewall Tires, Continentall Tire Kit, Locking Gas Cap, Outside Sun Visor, Electric Clock, Compass, Accelerator Pedal Cover, Wire Wheel Covers, Exhaust Extension, Tisue Dispenser, Oil Filter, License Plate Frame, Seat Covers, Tool Kit, Back Up Lights, Outside Rear View Mirror, Floor Mats, Courtesy Lamps, Glareshields, Inside Non-Glare Mirror, Push Button Radio, Signal-Seeking Radio, Rear Speaker, Wheel Trim Rings, Spotlight, Electric Shaver, Door Handle Shields, Parking Brake Alarm, Vent Shades, Vacuum Operated Windshield Washer, Foot Pedal Operated Windshield Washer, Traffic Light Viewer, Overdrive, Automatic Transmission.
Paint Colors & Codes:
585 Black 586 Seamist Green 587 Neptune Green
589 Glacier Blue Poly 590 Copper Maroon Poly 591 Shoreline Beige
592 Autumn Bronze Poly 593 India Ivory 594 Shadow Gray Poly
596 Gypsy Red 598 Regal Turquoise Poly 626 Coral
630 Harvest Gold 683 Cashmere Blue Navajo Tan
Dusk Rose Poly
Two Tone Combinations
599 Seamist Green Upper & Neptune Green Lower
601 Neptune Green Upper & Shoreline Beige Lower
603 Autumn Bronze Upper & Shorelline Beige Lower
604 Neptune Green Upper & Seamist Green Lower
606 Shoreline Beige Upper & Autumn Bronze Lower
607 Glacier Blue Upper & Shoreline Beige Lower
613 Shoreline Beige Upper & Neptune Green Lower
614 Shoreline Beige Upper & Glacier Blue Lower
615 Shoreline Beige Upper & Gypsy Red Lower
627 Shadow Gray Upper & Coral Lower
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: 210 4 Door Sedan, Bel Air 2 Door Hardtop, 4 Door Taxi
Metal: 2 Door Hardtop
1955 Chevrolet Historical Data:
V-8 Engine offered for the first time in many years.
Calendar Year Production: 1,702,710
Model Year Production: 1,703,993
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