1946 CHRYSLER

Model Designations:

Chrysler Royal, Series C-38S, 6 Cylinder

Chrysler Windsor, Series C-38W, 6 Cylinder

Crown Saratoga, Series C-39K, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler New Yorker, Series C-39N, 8 Cylinder

Body Styles & Prices:

Chrysler Royal, Series C-38S, 6 Cylinder:

Royal, 2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger,

Base Price: $1,415; Shipping Weight: 3,373 Pounds; Production Total: *

Royal, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,535; Shipping Weight: 3,443 Pounds; Production Total: *

Royal, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,510; Shipping Weight: 3,458 Pounds; Production Total: *

Royal, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,545; Shipping Weight: 3,523 Pounds: Production Total: *

Long Wheelbase Royal, 139-1/2" - 4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $1,925; Shipping Weight: 3,977 Pounds; Production Total: *

Long Wheelbase Royal, 139-1/2" - 4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $2,045; Shipping Weight: 4,022 Pounds; Production Total: *

* Production Totals for 1946, 1947, 1948, & Early 1949 were lumped together.

See 1949 1st Series for Totals.

Chrysler Windsor, Series C-38W, 6 Cylinder:

Windsor, 2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $1,465; Shipping Weight: 3,355 Pounds; Production Total: *

Windsor, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,585; Shipping Weight: 3,448 Pounds; Production Total: *

Windsor, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,845; Shipping Weight: 3,693 Pounds; Production Total: *

Windsor, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,575; Shipping Weight: 3,468 Pounds; Production Total: *

Windsor, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,595; Shipping Weight: 3,528 Pounds; Production Total: *

Windsor, 4 Door Sedan, Town & Country, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,366; Shipping Weight: 3,917 Pounds; Production Total: *

Windsor, 139-1/2" Wheelbase, 4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $1,975; Shipping Weight: 3,977 Pounds; Production Total: *

Windsor, 139-1/2" Wheelbase, 4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $2,095; Shipping Weight: 4,052 Pounds; Production Total: *

* Production Totals for 1946, 1947, 1948, & Early 1949 were lumped together.

See 1949 1st Series for Totals.

Chrysler Saratoga, Series C-39K, 8 Cylinder:

Saratoga, 2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $1,735; Shipping Weight: 3,785 Pounds; Production Total: *

Saratoga, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,830; Shipping Weight: 3,860 Pounds; Production Total: *

Saratoga, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,830; Shipping Weight: 3,875 Pounds; Production Total: *

Saratoga, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,845; Shipping Weight: 3,940 Pounds; Production Total: *

* Production Totals for 1946, 1947, 1948, & Early 1949 were lumped together.

See 1949 1st Series for Totals.

Chrysler New Yorker, Series C-39N, 8 Cylinder:

New Yorker, 2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $1,825; Shipping Weight: 3,805 Pounds; Production Total: *

New Yorker, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,930; Shipping Weight: 3,865 Pounds; Production Total: *

New Yorker, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,175; Shipping Weight: 4,100 Pounds; Production Total: *

New Yorker, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,920; Shipping Weight: 3,900 Pounds; Production Total: *

New Yorker, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,945; Shipping Weight: 3,955 Pounds; Production Total: *

New Yorker, 4 Door Sedan, Town & Country, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,718; Shipping Weight: 4,344 Pounds; Production Total: *

New Yorker, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, Town & Country, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,725; Shipping Weight: 4,332 Pounds; Production Total: *

* Production Totals for 1946, 1947, 1948, & Early 1949 were lumped together.

See 1949 1st Series for Totals.

1946 CHRYSLER

Chrysler Royal, Series C-38S, & Windsor, Series C-38W, General Specifications:

Wheelbase: 121-1/2"

Engine Type: L-Head, Inline 6 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-7/16" X 4-1/2"

Engine Displacement: 250.6 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 6.60:1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 114 @ 3,600 RPM

Torque: 204 Ft. Lbs @ 1,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetors:

Fluid Drive & Vacumatic Transmission: Carter B-B EV1-EV-2 or E7L4

Standard Transmission: Carter B-B EX1, EX2, or EX3.

Rear Axle Ratio: NA

Tire Size:

Standard Tire: 6.50 x 15; Inflation Pressures: 28 Front & Rear

Super-Cushion Tires: 7.60 x 15; Inflation Pressures: 24 Front & Rear

Chrysler Saratoga, Series C-39K, & New Yorker, Series C-39N,

General Specifications:

Wheelbase: 127-1/2"

Engine Type: L-Head, Inline 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 4-7/8"

Engine Displacement: 323.5 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 6.70:1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.80

Horsepower: 135 @ 3,400 RPM

Torque: 270 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: Carter B-B E7A1

Rear Axle Ratio: NA

Tire Size:

Standard Tire: 7.00 x 15; Inflation Pressures: 28 Front & Rear

Super-Cushion Tires: 8.20 x 15; Inflation Pressures: 24 Front & Rear

Chrysler, 6 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A5, Champion J-8, J-11, or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .025;

Point Gap: .020

Distributor Cam Angle: 38 degrees

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Ignition Timing: 2nd Line After TDC Mark on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 425 RPM

Semi-Automatic Transmission: 425 RPM

Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .008, Exhaust .010

Cylinder Head Torque: 65-70 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 PSI

Chrysler, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A5, Champion J-8, J-11, or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .025;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle: 27 degrees

Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4

Ignition Timing: 2nd Line After TDC Mark on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 425 RPM

Semi-Automatic Transmission: 425 RPM

Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .008, Exhaust .010

Cylinder Head Torque: 65-70 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 PSI

Valve Specifications

6 Cylinder Engines:

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .008; Exhaust .010

Clearance for Timing: Intake: .014; Exhaust: .014 Valve Timing:

Intake Opens 12 Degrees Before Top Dead Center

Exhaust Closes 6 Degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,

Valve Spring Pressure: 40 Lbs @ 1-3/4 inches (New Springs)

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001-.003;

Exhaust .002-.004;

8 Cylinder Engines:

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .008; Exhaust .010

Clearance for Timing: Intake: .011; Exhaust: .014 Valve Timing:

Intake Opens 12 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Closes 6 Degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,

Valve Spring Pressure: 40 Lbs @ 1-3/4 inches (New Springs)

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .0015-.0035;

Exhaust .002-.004;

Piston & Ring Data

6 Cylinder Engines

Piston Removal: From Above

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land Inch .0305;

Top of Skirt, Inch: .001"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 7 Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Width of Ring End Gap

Compression Ring: .007"

Oil Ring: .007"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression Ring:

Top Ring: .0025"-.004"

Lower Ring: .002"-.0035"

Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"

8 Cylinder Engines

Piston Removal: From Above

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land Inch .0305"

Top of Skirt, Inch: .0005"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 7

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .007"

Oil Ring: .007"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression Ring:

Top Ring: .025"-.004"

Lower Ring: .002"-.0035"

Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"

Engine Bearing Data

6 Cylinder Engines

Camshaft End Play: .002-.006

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .001-.003

Rod Journal Diameter: 2.124-2.125 Inches

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005-.0015 inches

Rod End Play: .006-.011 inches

Rod Bolt Tension: 45-50 Lbs. Ft.

Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.499"-2.500"

Main Bearing Clearance: .001 -.0015 inch

Crankshaft End Play: .003-.007 Inch

Main Bolt Tension: 75-80 Lbs. Ft.

8 Cylinder Engines

Camshaft End Play: .002-.006

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .001-.003

Rod Journal Diameter: 2.1865-2.1875 Inches

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005-.0015 inches

Rod End Play: .006-.011 inches

Rod Bolt Tension: 45-50 Lbs. Ft.

Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.702"-2.703"

Main Bearing Clearance: .001 -.0015 inch

Crankshaft End Play: .003-.007 Inch

Main Bolt Tension: 75-80 Lbs. Ft.

Auto-Lite Generator Specifications

Generator # GDZ-4801A

Generator Output: 35 Amperes @ 2,000 RPM

Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 5 or 10 Volts: 1.3 to 1.5 Amperes

Regulator #VRP-4401A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts

Reverse Current to Open Points: 4 to 6 Amperes

Armature Air Gap: .031"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .048"

Ground Polarity: Positive

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #MAX-4050

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 4,900 RPM

Torque Test: 410 Amperes, 2.0 Volts @ 8.0 Ft Lbs Torque

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-6 Cylinder:

Distributor #1GS-4208A-1

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle: 39 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .020"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 370 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,525 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Distributor #1GT-4201-1

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle: 27 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 370 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,750 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 6-1/2" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

Carter Carburetor Specifications-6 Cylinder:

Carburetor Model: BB

Part #EX1-2

Float Level: 5/64"

Idle Screw Setting: 3/4 to 1-1/4 Turns

Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 26

Carburetor Model: BB

Part #EV1-2

Float Level: 1/16"

Idle Screw Setting: 3/4 to 1-1/4 Turns

Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 26

Carburetor Model: BB

Part #E7A1

Float Level: 1/16"

Idle Screw Setting: 3/4 to 1-1/4 Turns

Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 26

Stromberg Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Carburetor Model: AAVS-2

Part #380165

Code #4-111

Repair Kit #RK-132

Float Level: With Engine Idling, fuel should be level with bottom of sight plug hole.

Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: Controlled by Manifold Vacuum

Carburetor Model: AAVS-2

Part #380169

Code #4-112

Repair Kit #RK-132

Float Level: With Engine Idling, fuel should be level with bottom of sight plug hole.

Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: Controlled by Manifold Vacuum

Fuel Pump Data:

6 Cylilnder Models:

Pump Model: AT

Maximum Pressure: 4-1/4 PSI

8 Cylilnder Models:

Pump Model: AW

Maximum Pressure: 4 PSI

Brake Specifications, Model C38:

Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:

Length,

Front: 23",

Rear: 20-3/8"

Width, 2",

Thickness, 3/16"

Brake Shoe Clearance: .006"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"

Brake Specifications, Model C39:

Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:

Length,

Front: 25-1/8",

Rear: 22-3/16"

Width, 2",

Thickness, 3/16"

Brake Shoe Clearance: .006"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"

Brake Specifications, Model C40:

Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:

Length,

Front: 25-1/8",

Rear: 22-3/16"

Width, 2",

Thickness, 3/16"

Brake Shoe Clearance: .006"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/4"

Wheel Alignment Specifications-All Series:

Caster: Zero Degrees

Camber: +3/8 Degrees

Toe In: 0 to 1/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 22-1/2 Degrees

Kingpin Angle: 4-3/4 to 6 Degrees

Rear Axle Data:

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

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims

Axle Shaft End Play: .003-.008 inch

Dash Gauge Manufacturer:

Gasolline: Auto-Lite

Oil Pressure: Auto-Lite

Temperature: Auto-Lite

Ammeter: Auto-Lite

Chrysler Royal & Windsor, Series C-38, 6 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 18 Quarts

With Heater: 19 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts;

Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;

Above +10F 20W;

Above -10F 10W

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90

Semi-Automatic Transmission: 3 Pints

Grade of Oil: 10W Engine Oil

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H

Chrysler Saratoga & New Yorker, Series C-39, 8 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 26 Quarts

With Heater: 27 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts;

Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;

Above +10F 20W;

Above -10F 10W

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90

Semi-Automatic Transmission: 3 Pints

Grade of Oil: 10W Engine Oil

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H

Beginning Engine Numbers:

Series C38: C38-1001

Series C39: C39-1001

Beginning Serial Numbers:

Series C38S: 70011001

Series C38W: 70515001

Series C38 Town & Country 71000001

Series C39K: 6765001

Series C39N: 7025001

Series C39 Town & Country 7400001

Popular Options

All Weather Air Control System, Twin Heaters With Defroster, Comfort Master Heater, Refrigeration Unit, Radio Model 602 With 6 Tubes & Automatic Tuning, Radio Model 802 With 8 Tubes & Automatic Tuning, Three Types of Antennas, Highlander Plaid Upholstery, Central Bumper Guard, Electric Clock on Royal, Top Luggage Rack for 8 Passenger Models, Locking Gas Cap, Compass, Exhaust Extension, Underhood Lamp, Spot Light, Windshield Washer, Sun Visor, Fluid Drive on Royal & Windsor, Hydralically Operated M-5 Transmission on Royal & Windsor.

Colors & Color Codes

Code Color PPG Code #

1 Military Blue 10020

2 St. Clair Blue 10003

3 Newport Blue 10027

4 Heather Green 40019

5 Polo Green 40021

6 Meadow Green 40003

7 Dove Gray 30002

8 Gunmetal 30006

9 Catalina Tan 20006

15 Black 9000

16 Regal Maroon 50037

17 Sumac Red 70004

18 Palace Brick Brown 20124

1946 Chrysler Historical Data

Total 1946 Chrysler Production is included with the 1949 1st Series.

1946 IMPERIAL

Model Designations:

Crown Imperial, Series C-40, 8 Cylinder

Body Styles & Prices:

Crown Imperial, Series C-40, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,875; Shipping Weight: 4,814 Pounds; Production Total: *

* Production Totals for 1946, 1947, 1948, & Early 1949 were lumped together.

See 1949 1st Series for Totals.

Crown Imperial, Series C-40, General Specifications:

Wheelbase: 145-1/2"

Engine Type: L-Head, Inline 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 4-7/8"

Engine Displacement: 323.5 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 6.70:1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.80

Horsepower: 135 @ 3,400 RPM

Torque: 270 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: Stromberg, Model AAV-2, 2 Barrel

Rear Axle Ratio: 3.58:1

Tire Size:

Standard Tire: 7.50 x 15; Inflation Pressures: 28 Front & Rear

Super-Cushion Tires: 8.90 x 15; Inflation Pressures: 24 Front & Rear

Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A5, Champion J-8, J-11, or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .025;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle: 27 degrees

Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4

Ignition Timing: 2nd Line After TDC Mark on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 425 RPM

Semi-Automatic Transmission: 425 RPM

Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .008, Exhaust .010

Cylinder Head Torque: 65-70 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 PSI

Valve Data, Piston & Ring Data, Engine Bearing Data, Brake Data, Wheel Allignment Data, Rear Axle Data, Dash Gauge Manufacturer, & Paint Colors and Codes:

Refer to Data for Chrysler 8 Cylinder Models

Crown Imperial, Series C-40, 8 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 26 Quarts

With Heater: 27 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts;

Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;

Above +10F 20W;

Above -10F 10W

Semi-Automatic Transmission: 3 Pints

Grade of Oil: 10W Engine Oil

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H

Beginning Engine Numbers:

Series C40: C40-1001

Beginning Serial Numbers:

Series C40: 78100001

Popular Options:

Radio, Heater & Defroster, Electric Clock, Fog Lights, Turn Signals, Fluid Drive, Hydralic Transmission Overdrive, Heavy Duty Air Cleaner.

1946 Crown Imperial Historical Data:

The 1946 Crown Imperial Model Year Introduction was in March 1946.

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