1954 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Model Designations:
CHRYSLER:
Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, Series C62, 6 Cylinder
Chrysler New Yorker, Series C63-1, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler New Yorker DeLuxe, Series C63-2, 8 Cylinder
IMPERIAL:
Custom Imperial, Series C64, 8 Cylinder
Crown Imperial, Series C66, 8 Cylinder
Body Styles & Prices:
Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, 6 Cylinder
Windsor DeLuxe, 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,541; Shipping Weight: 3,565 Pounds;
Production Total: 5,659
Windsor DeLuxe, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,542; Shipping Weight: 3,655 Pounds;
Production Total: 33,563
Windsor DeLuxe, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,046; Shipping Weight: 3,915 Pounds;
Production Total: 500
Windsor DeLuxe, Newport 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,831; Shipping Weight: 3,685 Pounds:
Production Total: 5,642
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,321; Shlipping Weight: 3,955 Pounds
Production Total: 650
Windsor DeLuxe, Long Wheelbase, 4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $3,492; Shipping Weight: 4,186 Pounds;
Production Total: 500
Chrysler New Yorker, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,202; Shipping Weight: 3,910 Pounds
Production Total: 2,079
New Yorker, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,229; Shipping Weight: 3,970 Pounds;
Production Total: 15,788
New Yorker, 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,503; Shipping Weight: 4,005 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,312
4 Door Town & Country Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $4,023; Shipping Weight: 4,245 Pounds
Production Total: 1,100
4 Door Long Wheelbase Sedan, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $4,368; Shipping Weight: 4,450 Pounds
Production Total: 140
Chrysler New Yorker DeLuxe, 8 Cylinder:
New Yorker DeLuxe 2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,416; Shipping Weight: 4,005 Pounds
Production Total: 1,861
New Yorker DeLuxe, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,433; Shipping Weight: 4,065 Pounds;
Production Total: 26,907
New Yorker DeLuxe, 2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,938; Shipping Weight: 4,265 Pounds;
Production Total: 724
New Yorker DeLuxe, 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,707; Shipping Weight: 4,095 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,814
Chasis; Production Total: 17
1954 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:
Windsor: 7.60 X 15"
New Yorker & New Yorker DeLuxe: 8.20 X 15"
Long Wheelbase: 8.20 X 15"
Imperial:
Imperial: 8.20 X 15"
Crown Imperial: 8.90 X 15"
Chrysler 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 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: 195 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 320 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Chrysler 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: 235 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 330 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,600 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: 2 Degrees BTDC 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: 115 Lbs @ 1-3/8 inches
Valve Stem Clearance;
Intake: .001"-.003"
Exhaust: .002"-.004"
Vlave 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 15 Degrees 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"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake; .3725"
Exhaust: .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:
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*
Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
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; 11 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: 11 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 # 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: 613.3 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
Generator # GGW-6001K
Generator Output: 45 Amperes @ 2,125 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 5 Volts: 1.4 to 1.5 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
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #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-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-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 @ 2,100 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 #E9B1, 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 # 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
Carburetor Model: WCFB
Part # 2041S
Idle Screw Setting: 1 to 2 Turns
Float Level:
Primary: 1/8"
Secondary: 1/4"
Float Drop:
Primary: 5/8"
Secondary: 3/4"
Fast Idle: .015"
Unloader: 3/16"
Bowl Vapor Vent: 1/16"
Auxiliary or Secondary Throttle Lockout: .015"
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:
Standard Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1-1/2"
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, 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:
Standard Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1-1/2"
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, Rear Seat Speaker, Heater, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, Fluid Torque Drive, Powerflite (on Windsor), Wire Wheels, White Sidewall Tires, Locking Gas Cap, Windshield Washer, Outside Rear View Mirrors, Fog Lights, Leather Trim on New Yorker, Two-tone Paint, Exhaust Deflector, Tinted Glass.
Colors & Color Codes, Chrysler & Imperial:
Code Color
1 Black
5 Alpine Blue
6 Flagship Blue
7 Commodore Blue
8 Glacier Blue
9 Turquoise Blue
10 Peacock Blue
11 Seabreeze Blue
15 Mint Green
16 Sea Island Green
17 Everglades Green
30 West Point Gray
31 Ascot Gray
40 Pebble Beige
41 Topaz Tan
43 Tahitian Tan
50 Torch Red
55 Canary Yellow
151 Valey Green
301 Canyon Gray
* Steel Haze Gray
* Gold
* Bahama Blue
* Royal Crest Blue
* Royal Palm Green
* Floral Green
* - Two Tone Colors Only, No Numbers Available
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Metal: 4 Door Sedan
1954 Chrysler Historical Data
The 1954 Chrysler Model Year Introduction date is not available.
Total 1954 Chrysler Production was 99,269.
1954 IMPERIAL
Model Designations:
Custom Imperial, Series C64, 8 Cylinder
Crown Imperial, Series C-66, 8 Cylinder
Body Styles & Prices:
Imperial, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger
Base Price, $4,260; Shipping Weight: 4,355 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,324
4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $4,797; Shipping Weight: 4,465 Pounds;
Production Total: 85
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $4,560; Shipping Weight: 4,345 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,249
Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger
Base Price: $6,922; Shipping Weight: 5,220
Production Total: 23
4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger,
Base Price: $7,044; Shipping Weight: 5,295 Pounds;
Production Total: 77
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: 235 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 330 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,600 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: 5 Quarts *
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
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: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Popular Options:
Radio, Power Steering on Imperial, Power Windows, Air Conditioning, Power Brakes, White Sidewall Tires, Fog Lights, External Sun Visor, Tinted Glass, Spotlight, Exhaust Deflector. Outside Rear View Mirror.
1954 Imperial & Crown Imperial Historical Data:
The 1954 Imperial Model Year Introduction date is not available.
Total Series Production: 5,758.
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