1955 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

Model Designations:

CHRYSLER:

Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, Series C67, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler New Yorker DeLuxe, Series C68, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler 300, Series C68-300

IMPERIAL:

Imperial, Series C69, 8 Cylinder

Crown Imperial, Series C70, 8 Cylinder

Body Styles & Prices:

Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, 8 Cylinder

Windsor DeLuxe, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,660; Shipping Weight: 3,915 Pounds;

Production Total: 63,896

Windsor DeLuxe, Nassau 2 Door, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,703; Shipping Weight: 3,920 Pounds:

Production Total: 18,474

Windsor DeLuxe, Newport 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,818; Shipping Weight: 3,915 Pounds:

Production Total: 13,126

Windsor DeLuxe, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,090; Shipping Weight: 4,075 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,395

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,331; Shipping Weight: 4,295 Pounds

Production Total: 1,983

Windsor DeLuxe, Long Wheelbase, 4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $3,492; Shipping Weight: 4,186 Pounds;

Production Total: 500

Chrysler New Yorker DeLuxe, 8 Cylinder:

New Yorker DeLuxe, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,494; Shipping Weight: 4,160 Pounds;

Production Total: 33,342

New Yorker DeLuxe Newport 2 Door, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,652; Shipping Weight: 4,140 Pounds

Production Total: 5,777

New Yorker DeLuxe St. Regis 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,690; Shipping Weight: 4,125 Pounds

Production Total: 5,777

New Yorker DeLuxe, 2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,924; Shipping Weight: 4,255 Pounds;

Production Total: 946

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,208; Shipping Weight: 4,430 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,036

Chasis; Production Total: 1

Chrysler 300, 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe,

Base Price: $4,109; Shipping Weight: 4,005 Pounds

Production Total: 1,725

1955 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

Chasis:

Wheelbase:

Chrysler:

All Models except Long Wheelbase: 126"

Imperial:

Imperial: 131.5"

Crown Imperial: 145.5"

Tire Sizes:

Chrysler:

Windsor: 7.60 X 15"

New Yorker & New Yorker DeLuxe: 8.00 X 15"

Town & Country & New Yorker with Wire Wheels: 8.20 X 15"

Imperial:

Imperial: 8.20 X 15"

Crown Imperial: 8.90 X 15"

Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, General Specifications:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-5/8" X 3-5/8"

Engine Displacement: 301.1 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 47.02

Horsepower: 188 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 275 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 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: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 46.51

Horsepower: 250 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 340 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Chrysler 300 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: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 46.51

Horsepower: 300 @ 5,200 RPM

Torque: 345 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Chrysler Windsor, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Ground Polarity: Positive

Voltage: 6 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite 4S-165

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 26-28 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 32-26 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed: Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 PSI (Minimum)

Chrysler, all Models Except Windsor & 300, 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-175

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: 6 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 PSI (Minimum)

Chrysler 300, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Ground Polarity: Positive

Voltage: 6 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite 4GS-200

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: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed: 625 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 PSI (Minimum)

Valve Specifications:

Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe, 8 Cylinder Engines:

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake: Zero; Exhaust: Zero

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees,

Intake Opens 15 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Closes 15 Degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Spring Pressure: 166 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches

Valve Lift, Zero Lash:

Intake: .381"

Exhaust: .357"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake; .372"

Exhaust: .372"

Chrysler, all Models Except Windsor & 300, 8 Cylinder Engines:

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake: Zero; Exhaust: Zero

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees,

Intake Opens 15 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Closes 15 Degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Spring Pressure:

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

Inner Spring: 42 Lbs @ 1-3/16"

Valve Lift, Zero Lash:

Intake: .381"

Exhaust: .357"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake; .372"

Exhaust: .372"

Chrysler, 300, 8 Cylinder Engines:

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot:

Intake: .015"

Exhaust: .024"

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees,

Intake Opens 35 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Closes 25 Degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Spring Pressure:

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

Inner Spring: 42 Lbs @ 1-3/16"

Valve Lift, Zero Lash:

Intake: .444"

Exhaust: .435"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake; .372"

Exhaust: .372"

Piston, Pin, Ring, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

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, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 24 Quarts

With Heater: 25 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 7 PSI; With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Chrysler 300, New Yorker DeLuxe & Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 25 Quarts

With Heater: 26 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 7 PSI; With Air Conditioning: 14 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.

Chrysler Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 25 Quarts

With Heater: 26 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 7 PSI; With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Auto-Lite Generator Specifications

Generator # GGW-6001K, GGW-6016D

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-6201A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.2 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 45

Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Positive

Generator # GGU-6013B

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 #VBE-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-6003A

Generator Output: 30 Amperes @ 1,500 RPM

Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 10 Volts: 1.1 to 1.3 Amperes

Regulator #VRX-6003B

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 25 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Positive

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #MCL-6304

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 #MDC-6301

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test: 45 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 5,800 RPM

Torque Test: 190 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 5.5 Ft Lbs Torque

Part #MDD-6401

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test: 60 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 3,200 RPM

Torque Test: 240 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 6.5 Ft Lbs Torque

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Distributor #1AZ-4001-D

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 26 to 28 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 32 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 @ 375 RPM

Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,300 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-E

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 26 to 28 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 32 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 @ 375 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,050 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-F

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 26 to 28 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 32 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 @ 375 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,725 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-G

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 26 to 28 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 32 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 @ 375 RPM

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 800 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

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

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 11-1/4"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7 Degrees

Carter Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part # 2162S-SA

Float Level: 7/32"

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

Pump Stroke: 54/64"

Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .015"-.019"

Choke Unloader Valve Clearance: 1/4"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Dashpot Setting: 1/16"

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part # 2162S-SA

Float Level: 7/32"

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

Pump Stroke: 54/64"

Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .015"-.019"

Choke Unloader Valve Clearance: 1/4"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: WCFB

Part # 2126S

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

Float Level:

Primary: 1/8"

Secondary: 3/16"

Float Drop:

Primary: 5/8"

Secondary: 11/16"

Fast Idle: .018"

Unloader: 3/16"

Bowl Vapor Vent: 1/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: WCFB

Part # 2126S

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

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 11/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 21/32"

Secondary: 27/32"

Fast Idle: .008"

Unloader: 3/16"

Bowl Vapor Vent: 1/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:

Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, 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, 300 & 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: .68"

Brake Specifications, Crown 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: 1-1/4"

Rear: 1"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications

Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series Chrysler & Imperial:

Caster:

Manual Steering: - 2 Degrees

Power Steering: 0 Degrees

Camber:

Left Side: - 2 Degrees

Right Side: 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: 5-1/2 Degrees @ 0 Camber

Popular Options, Chrysler:

Radio, Rear Seat Speaker, Heater, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, Power Seat, Powerflite (on Windsor), Wire Wheels, White Sidewall Tires, Locking Gas Cap, Windshield Washer, Outside Rear View Mirrors, Fog Lights, Spot Light, Exhaust Deflector, Tinted Glass.

Colors & Color Codes, Chrysler & Imperial:

Code Color

1 Black

5 Wisteria Blue

6 Rhapsody Blue

7 Crown Imperial Blue

11 Porcelain Blue

12 Shantung Green

13 Jade Green

14 Crown Imperial Green

16 Skyline Gray

17 Embassy Gray

20 Canyon Tan

25 Tango Red

26 Crown Imperial Maroon

27 Navajo Orange

30 Platinum

31 Nugget Gold

32 Sunburst Yellow

* Desert Sand

* Falcon Green

* Heron Blue

* - Two Tone Colors Only, No Numbers Available

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Metal: 4 Door Sedan

1955 Chrysler Historical Data

The 1955 Chrysler Model Year Introduction date was November 17, 1954..

Total 1955 Chrysler Production was 152,777.

1955 IMPERIAL

Model Designations:

Custom Imperial, Series C69, 8 Cylinder

Crown Imperial, Series C-70, 8 Cylinder

Body Styles & Prices:

Imperial, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price, $4,483; Shipping Weight: 4,565 Pounds;

Production Total: 7,840

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,720; Shipping Weight: 4,490 Pounds;

Production Total: 3,418

Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $7,603; Shipping Weight: 5,145

Production Total: 45

4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger,

Base Price: $7,737; Shipping Weight: 5,205 Pounds;

Production Total: 127

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: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 46.51

Horsepower: 250 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 340 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 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-175

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: 6 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 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; With Air Conditioning: 14 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; With Air Conditioning: 14 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 Windows, Air Conditioning, White Sidewall Tires, Fog Lights, External Sun Visor, Tinted Glass, Spotlight, Exhaust Deflector. Outside Rear View Mirror.

1955 Imperial & Crown Imperial Historical Data:

The 1955 Imperial Model Year Introduction date was November 17, 1954.

Total Series Production: 11,430.

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