1953 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

Model Designations:

CHRYSLER:

Chrysler Windsor, Series C60-1, 6 Cylinder

Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, Series C60-2, 6 Cylinder

Chrysler New Yorker, Series C56-1, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler New Yorker DeLuxe, Series C56-2, 8 Cylinder

IMPERIAL:

Custom Imperial, Series C58, 8 Cylinder

Crown Imperial, Series C59, 8 Cylinder

Body Styles & Prices:

Chrysler Windsor, 6 Cylinder

Windsor, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,555; Shipping Weight: 3,595 Pounds;

Production Total: 11,546

Windsor, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,577; Shipping Weight: 3,655 Pounds;

Production Total: 18,879

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,279; Shlipping Weight: 3,955 Pounds

Production Total: 1,242

Windsor, Long Wheelbase, 4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $3,279; Shipping Weight: 3,955 Pounds;

Production Total: 425

Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, 6 Cylinder:

DeLuxe 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,806; Shipping Weight: 3,770 Pounds

Production Total: 45,385

DeLuxe Windsor, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,290; Shipping Weight: 4,000 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,250

DeLuxe Windsor, Newport 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,166; Shipping Weight: 3,770 Pounds:

Production Total: 5,642

Chrysler New Yorker, 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,336; Shipping Weight: 3,920 Pounds

Production Total: 7,749

New Yorker, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,365; Shipping Weight: 4,000 Pounds;

Production Total: 37,540

New Yorker, 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,782; Shipping Weight: 4,015 Pounds;

Production Total: 2,525

4 Door Town & Country Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,077; Shipping Weight: 4,015 Pounds

Production Total: 1,399

4 Door Long Wheelbase Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $4,363; Shipping Weight: 4,510 Pounds

Production Total: 100

Chrysler New Yorker DeLuxe, 8 Cylinder:

New Yorker DeLuxe2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,470; Shipping Weight: 3,920 Pounds

Production Total: 1,934

New Yorker DeLuxe, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,526; Shipping Weight: 4,020 Pounds;

Production Total: 20,585

New Yorker DeLuxe, 2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,025; Shipping Weight: 4,290 Pounds;

Production Total: 950

New Yorker DeLuxe, 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,653; Shipping Weight: 4,020 Pounds;

Production Total: 3,715

Chasis; Production Total: 21

1953 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

Chasis:

Wheelbase:

Chrysler:

All Models except Long Wheelbase: 125.5"

Long Wheelbase Models: 139.5"

Imperial:

Imperial: 131.5"

Crown Imperial: 145.5"

Tire Sizes:

Chrysler:

Long Wheelbase: 8.20 X 15"

Windsor: 7.60 X 15"

New Yorker: 8.00 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 4-3/4"

Engine Displacement: 264.5 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 7.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 119 @ 3,600 RPM

Torque: 218 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI

Chrysler New Yorker & New Yorker DeLuxe 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: 46.51

Horsepower: 180 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 312 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Chrysler, 6 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Ground Polarity: Positive

Voltage: 6 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite 40S-140

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .020

Distributor Cam Angle: 39 Degrees

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:

Ground Polarity: Positive

Voltage:

All models except Crown Imperial: 6 Volts

Crown Imperial: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite 4GS-150

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle:

Distributor #1AZ-4001B:

Each Set of Points: 27-1/2 to 30 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets: 34 to 36 Degrees

Distributor #1AZ-4001C:

Each Set of Points: 26 to 28 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets: 32 to 36 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 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 Lash, Zero Lift:

Intake: .379"

Exhaust: .379"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .341"

Exhaust: .340"

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 @ 1-3/16 inches

Outer Spring: 126 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches

Valve Lash, Zero Lift:

Intake: .378"

Exhaust: .361"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3725"

Exhuast: .3715"

Piston, Pin, Ring, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

6 Cylinder Engines

Piston Fitting;

Shim to Use: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 6 to 9 :

Ring End Gap

Compression Ring: .007"

Oil Ring: .007"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .8592"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod End Play: .006"-.011"

Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.499"-2.500"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust: Rear Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"

Main Bolt Torque: 80-85 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder Engines

Piston Fitting;

Shim to Use: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 12 :

Ring End Gap

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .010"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.249"-2.250"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod End Play: .006"-.014"

Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.499"-2.500"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust: Center Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"

Main Bolt Torque: 80-85 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities:

Chrysler Windsor & Windsor DeLuxe, 6 Cylinder, Capacities:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 15 Quarts

With Heater: 16 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 7 PSI

Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill:

With Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*

With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission: 12 Quarts

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Chrysler New Yorker, New Yorker DeLuxe & Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 25 Quarts

With Heater: 26 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 7 PSI

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill:

Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*

With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission; 12 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Chrysler Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 25 Quarts

With Heater: 26 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 7 PSI

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill:

Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*

With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission: 12 Quarts

Manual Transmission: 3 Pints

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Auto-Lite Generator Specifications

Generator # 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

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.2 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 50 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Positive

Generator # GGW-6008G

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 1.7 Amperes

Regulator #VBE-6201A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.2 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 45 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Positive

Generator # GGW-6008D, GGW-6001K

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 #VBF-6001A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.2 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 55 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Positive

Generator # GGU-6006C, GGU-6006G

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-6001B

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.2 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 50 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Positive

Generator # GHM-6002A, GHM-6002E

Generator Output: 25 Amperes @ 1,350 RPM

Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 10 Volts: 1.1 to 1.3 Amperes

Regulator #VRX-6003A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 13.3 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.5 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 25 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Positive

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #MCL-6116, MCL-6117, MCO-6121A

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

Part #MDB-6001, MDB-6001A

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test: 31 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 3,600 RPM

Torque Test: 145 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 4.0 Ft Lbs Torque

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-6 Cylinder:

Distributor #1AT-4102

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:

Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5"

Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 15"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Distributor #1AZ-4001-B

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 27-1/2 to 30 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34 to 36 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 525 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,775 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-1/4"

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 17"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees

Distributor #1AZ-4001-C

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 27-1/2 to 30 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34 to 36 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 525 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-1/4"

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 17"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees

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 #935S-SA, 2039S-SA

Float Level: 11/64"

Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1- Turns

Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 29 (Short Stroke)

Fast Idle Adjustment: .017"

Unloader Adjustment: 7/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:

Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, Windsor & Windsor DeLuxe:

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.008"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Washer

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims

Axle Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, New Yorker, New Yorker DeLuxe & Custom Imperial:

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.008"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Washer

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Washer

Axle Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"

Brake Specifications, Crown Imperial:

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.008"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: None

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Washer

Axle Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/4"

Rear: 1"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications

Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Except Crown Imperial:

Caster: - 2 Degrees

Camber: - 3/8 tio+ 3/8 Degrees, with Left Side 1/4 to 1/2 Degree Greater Than Right

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: - 2 Degrees

Camber: - 3/8 tio+ 3/8 Degrees, with Left Side 1/4 to 1/2 Degree Greater Than Right

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, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Fluid Torque Drive, Powerflite (in later 1953), Wire Wheels, Locking Gas Cap, Windshield Washer, Outside Rear View Mirrors, Fog Lights, Two-tone Paint, Exhaust Deflector, Tinted Glass.

Colors & Color Codes, Chrysler & Imperial:

Code Color

1 Black

5 Arctic Blue

6 Erie Blue

7 Niagra Blue

8 Columbia Blue

9 Potomac Blue

20 Vermont Green

21 Foliage Green

22 Everglades Green

35 Pearl Gray

37 Submarine Gray

45 Caravan Beige

46 Cinnamon

47 Cocoa Brown

60 Hollywood Maroon

61 Pimento Red

65 Casino Cream

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Metal: 2 Door Hardtop

1953 Chrysler Historical Data

The 1953 Chrysler Model Year Introduction was on October 30, 1952.

Total 1953 Chrysler Production was 162,187.

Powerflite Automatic Transmission was introduced in June 1953 and installed in more than 35,000 cars.

1953 IMPERIAL

Model Designations:

Custom Imperial, Series C58, 8 Cylinder

Crown Imperial, Series C-59, 8 Cylinder

Body Styles & Prices:

Imperial, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price, $4,260; Shipping Weight: 4,205 Pounds;

Production Total: 7,793

4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $4,797; Shipping Weight: 4,525 Pounds;

Production Total: 243

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,560; Shipping Weight: 4,290 Pounds;

Production Total: 823

Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $6,922; Shipping Weight: 5,235;

Production Total: 48

4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger,

Base Price: $7,044; Shipping Weight: 5,275 Pounds;

Production Total: 111

Imperial & Crown Imperial, 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: 46.51

Horsepower: 180 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 312 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Imperial & Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications

Ground Polarity: Positive

Voltage:

All models except Crown Imperial: 6 Volts

Crown Imperial: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite 4GS-150

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle:

Distributor #1AZ-4001B:

Each Set of Points: 27-1/2 to 30 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets: 34 to 36 Degrees

Distributor #1AZ-4001C:

Each Set of Points: 26 to 28 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets: 32 to 36 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 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

Radiator Cap Pressure: 7 PSI

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill:

Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*

With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts*

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

Radiator Cap Pressure: 7 PSI

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill:

Manual Transmission: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 3 Pints

With Semi-Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts

Automatic Transmission: 12 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, Tinted Glass, Spotlight, Exhaust Deflector. Outside Rear View Mirror.

1953 Imperial & Crown Imperial Historical Data:

The 1953 Imperial Model Year Introduction was on October 30, 1952.

Total Series Production: 9,018.

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