1951 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Model Designations:
CHRYSLER:
Chrysler Windsor, Series C51, 6 Cylinder
Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, 6 Cylinder
Crown Saratoga, Series C55, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler New Yorker, Series C52, 8 Cylinder
IMPERIAL:
Imperial, Series C54, 8 Cylinder
Crown Imperial, Series C53, 8 Cylinder
Body Styles & Prices:
Chrysler Windsor, 6 Cylinder
Windsor, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,368; Shipping Weight: 3,570 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,243*
Windsor, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,390; Shipping Weight: 3,725 Pounds;
Production Total: 10,151*
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,063; Shlipping Weight: 3,965 Pounds
Production Total: 1,239*
Ambulance, Special Order,
Production Total: 153
Windsor, 139-1/2" Wheelbase, 4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $3,197; Shipping Weight: 4,145 Pounds;
Production Total: 399*
* Estimated Production.
Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, 6 Cylinder:
DeLuxe 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,585; Shipping Weight: 3,700 Pounds
Production Total: 8,365
DeLuxe 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,608; Shipping Weight: 3,775 Pounds
Production Total: 47,573*
DeLuxe 4 Door Traveler Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,867; Shipping Weight: 3,890 Pounds;
Production Total: 850
DeLuxe Windsor, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,071; Shipping Weight: 3,845 Pounds;
Production Total: 2,646*
DeLuxe Windsor, Newport 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,953; Shipping Weight: 3,955 Pounds:
Production Total: 6,426*
DeLuxe Windsor, 139-1/2" Wheelbase, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,416; Shipping Weight: 4,295 Pounds;
Production Total: 720
DeLuxe Windsor, 139-1/2" Wheelbase, 4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $3,575; Shipping Weight: 4,415 Pounds;
Production Total: 152
* Estimated Production.
Chrysler Saratoga, 8 Cylinder
Saratoga, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,989; Shipping Weight: 3,948 Pounds;
Production Total: 5,355*
Saratoga, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,016; Shipping Weight: 4,018 Pounds;
Production Total: 22,375*
4 Door Town & Country Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,681; Shipping Weight: 4,310 Pounds
Production Total: 818*
Long Wheelbase 4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $3,912; Shipping Weight: 4,465 Pounds
Production Total: 115*
Long Wheelbase 4 Door Sedan Limousine, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $4,240; Shipping Weight: N/A
Production Total: N/A (Special Order)
Ambulance, Special Order (Special Order)
Production Total: 1
Newport Hardtop Coupe, 2 Door, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,798; Shipping Weight: 4,330 Pounds
Production Total: 1
* Estimated Production.
Chrysler New Yorker, 8 Cylinder
New Yorker, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,348; Shipping Weight: 4,145 Pounds;
Production Total: 3,533
New Yorker, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,378; Shipping Weight: 4,260 Pounds;
Production Total: 25,451*
New Yorker, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,916; Shipping Weight: 4,460 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,386*
New Yorker, 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,798; Shipping Weight: 4,330 Pounds;
Production Total: 3,654*
4 Door Town & Country Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $4,026; Shipping Weight: 4,455 Pounds
Production Total: 251
Chasis: Production Total: 1
* Estimated Production.
1951 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Chasis:
Wheelbase:
Chrysler:
New Yorker: 131.5"
Windsor & Saratoga: 125.5"
Long Wheelbase Models: 139.5"
Imperial:
Imperial: 131-1/2"
Crown Imperial: 145-1/2"
Tire Sizes:
Chrysler:
Saratoga: 8.00 X 15"
Saratoga & Windsor Long Wheelbase: 8.20 X 15"
Windsor: 7.60 X 15"
New Yorker: 8.20 X 15"
Imperial:
Imperial: 8.20 X 15"
Crown Imperial: 8.90 X 15"
Chrysler Windsor & Windsor DeLuxe, General Specifications:
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: 7.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 28.36
Horsepower: 116 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 208 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 60 PSI
Chrysler Saratoga & New Yorker
General Specifications:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-13/16" X 3-5/8"
Engine Displacement: 331.1 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 7.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 36.51
Horsepower: 180 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 312 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 60 PSI
Chrysler, 6 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR8
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .020
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: TDC ("0") Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 70 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 120 PSI (Minimum)
Chrysler, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite 4S-140
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .018
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 135 PSI (Minimum)
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engines:
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .008; Exhaust .010
Clearance for Timing: .014
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Intake Opens 12 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 6 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure: 40 Lbs @ 1-3/4 inches
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
8 Cylinder Engines:
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake: Zero; Exhaust: Zero
Clearance for Timing: Zero
Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees,
Intake Opens 15Degrees BTDC
Exhaust Closes 15egrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure:
Inner Spring: 42 Lbs @ 1-3/16nches
Outer Spring: 126 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Piston & Ring Data:
6 Cylinder Engines
Piston Removal: From Above
Shim Thickness to Use: .001"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 7 :
Ring End Gap
Compression Ring: .015"
Oil Ring: .015"
Clearance in Grooves:
Compression Ring:
Top Ring: .0025"-.004"
Lower Ring: .002"-.0035"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .8591"-.8593"
8 Cylinder Engines
Piston Removal: From Above
Shim Thickness: .001"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 12
Ring End Gap
Compression Ring: .015"
Oil Ring: .015"
Clearance in Grooves:
Compression Ring: .001"-.0025"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"
Engine Bearing Data:
6 Cylinder Engines:
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: .0005 -.0015 inch
Crankshaft End Play: .003-.007 Inch
Main Bolt Tension: 80-85 Lbs. Ft.
8 Cylinder Engines:
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.249-2.250 Inches
Rod Bearing Clearance: .006-.014 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: .0005 -.0015 inch
Crankshaft End Play: .002-.007 Inch
Main Bolt Tension: 80-85 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities:
Chrysler Windsor & Windsor DeLuxe, 6 Cylinder, Capacities:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill:
With Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*
With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 12 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints
Semi-Automatic Transmission: 3 Pints
Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Chrysler Saratoga & Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 25 Quarts
With Heater: 26 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill:
Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*
With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 12 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 3 Pints
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Chrysler New Yorker & Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 25 Quarts
With Heater: 26 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill:
Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 3 Pints
With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications
Generator # GGW-6001J
Generator Output: 45 Amperes @ 2,125 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 5 or 10 Volts: 1.4 to 1.5 Amperes
Regulator #VBE-6001A
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: 45 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .048"
Ground Polarity: Positive
Generator # GGU-6001G, GGU-6001T, GGU-6001R
Generator Output: 50 Amperes @ 1,750 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 5 or 10 Volts: 1.4 to 1.6 Amperes
Regulator #VAV-6001A
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts
Reverse Current to Open Points: 4 to 6 Amperes
Armature Air Gap: .034"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 50 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .048"
Ground Polarity: Positive
Generator # GGJ-6003A, GGJ-6004A
Generator Output: 55 Amperes @ 1,700 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 35-41 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 5 or 10 Volts: 1.4 to 1.6 Amperes
Regulator #VBF-6001A
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: 55 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .048"
Ground Polarity: Positive
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #MCL-6109
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 #1AT-4112
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 @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,425 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 6" Vacuum
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1AZ-4101-A
Rotation: Clockwise
Cam Angle: 34 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .018"
Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 370 RPM
Full Advance: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 1,700 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 6" Vacuum
Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Carter Carburetor Specifications-6 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: BB
Part #E9A1, E9C, E9C1
Float Level: 5/64"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: None
Fast Idle Adjustment: .017"
Unloader Adjustment: 5/32"
Carter Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WCD
Part #830S-SA-SB
Float Level: 11/64"
Idle Screw Setting: 3/4 to 1-1/4 Turns
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 30 (Short Stroke)
Fast Idle Adjustment: .017"
Unloader Adjustment: 7/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Model: WCD
Part #931SA-SB-SC
Float Level: 11/64"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1 Turns
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 17 (Short Stroke)
Fast Idle Adjustment: .017"
Unloader Adjustment: 7/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Brake Specifications:
Brake Specifications, Saratoga, Windsor & New Yorker:
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:
Length,
Front: 25-1/8",
Rear: 25-1/8"
Width, 2",
Thickness, 13/64"
Brake Shoe Clearance: .006"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Brake Specifications, Imperial:
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:
Length,
Front: 25-1/8",
Rear: 25-1/8"
Width, 2",
Thickness, 13/64"
Brake Shoe Clearance: .006"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
Brake Specifications, Crown Imperial:
Disc Brakes were used.
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/4"
Rear: 1"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Except Crown Imperial:
Caster: - 1-1/2 Degrees
Camber: 0 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/16"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20-1/2 to 22-1/2 Degrees
Kingpin Angle: 5 to 6-1/2 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Crown Imperial:
Caster: - 1-1/2 Degrees
Camber: 0 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/16"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20-1/2 to 22-1/2 Degrees
Kingpin Angle: 6-1/2 to 8 Degrees
Popular Options, Chrysler:
Radio, Heater, White Sidewall Tires, Power Windows, Power Steering, Exhaust Deflector, Windshield Washer, Vanity Visor Mirror, Outside Rear View Mirror, Locking Gas Cap, Fog Lights, Fluid-Torque Semi-Automatic Transmission.
Colors & Color Codes, Chrysler & Imperial:
Code Color
1 Black
5 Haze Blue
6 Ecuador Blue
7 Newport Blue
20 Foam Green
21 Juniper Green
22 Continental Green
35 Quebec Gray
36 Stone Gray
45 Arozona Beige
46 Buckskin Tan
47 Indian Brown
60 Crown Maroon
61 Holiday Red
65 Belvedere Ivory
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
None
1951 Chrysler Historical Data
The 1951 Chrysler Model Year Introduction was on February 9, 1951.
Total 1951 Chrysler Production was 165,000.
78,000 1951 Chryslers were produced with 6 Cylinder engines.
87,000 1951 Chryslers were produced with V-8 engines.
1951 IMPERIAL
Model Designations:
Imperial, Series C54, 8 Cylinder
Crown Imperial, Series C-53
Body Styles & Prices:
Imperial, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price, $3,699; Shipping Weight: 4,350 Pounds;
Production Total: 21,711*
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,661; Shipping Weight: 4,230 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,189*
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $4,067; Shipping Weight: 4,380 Pounds;
Production Total: 3,450*
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $4,427; Shipping Weight: 4,570 Pounds;
Production Total: 650*
* Includes 1952 Production.
Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $6,623; Shipping Weight: 5,360;
Production Total: 360*
4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger,
Base Price: $6,740; Shipping Weight: 5,450 Pounds;
Production Total: 338*
* Includes 1952 Production.
Imperial & Crown Imperial, General Specifications:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-5/16" X 3-5/8"
Engine Displacement: 331.1 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 7.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 35.11
Horsepower: 180 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 312 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 60 PSI
Imperial & Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite 4S-140
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .018
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 135 PSI (Minimum)
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
Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 25 Quarts
With Heater: 26 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill:
Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*
With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 12 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 3 Pints
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 25 Quarts
With Heater: 26 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill:
Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 3 Pints
With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Popular Options:
Radio, Power Steering, Power Windows, Air Conditioning, Power Brakes, White Sidewall Tires, Fog Lights, External Sun Visor, Spotlight, Exhaust Deflector. Outside Rear View Mirror.
1951 Imperial & Crown Imperial Historical Data:
The 1951 Imperial Model Year Introduction was on February 9, 1951.
Total Series Production: Not Available.
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