1958 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

1958 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

Model Designations:

CHRYSLER:

Chrysler Windsor, Series LC1-L, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler Saratoga, Series LC2-M, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler New Yorker, Series LC3-H, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler 300D, Series LC3-S

IMPERIAL:

Imperial, Series LY1-L, 8 Cylinder

Crown , Series LY1-M, 8 Cylinder

Lebaron, Series LY1-H, 8 Cylinder

Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder

Body Styles & Prices:

Chrysler Windsor, 8 Cylinder

Windsor, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body#513

Base Price: $3,129; Shipping Weight: 3,895 Pounds;

Production Total: 12,861

Windsor, 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #512

Base Price: $3,214; Shipping Weight: 3,860 Pounds:

Production Total: 6,205

Windsor, 4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #514

Base Price: $3,279; Shipping Weight: 3,915 Pounds:

Production Total: 6,254

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #571

Base Price: $3,616; Shipping Weight: 4,155 Pounds

Production Total: 791

Windsor, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #515

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: N/A

Production Total: 2

Chrysler Saratoga, 8 Cylinder

Saratoga, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #533

Base Price: $3,818; Shipping Weight: 4,120 Pounds;

Production Total: 8,698

Saratoga, 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #532

Base Price: $3,878; Shipping Weight: 4,045 Pounds:

Production Total: 4,456

Saratoga, 4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #534

Base Price: $3,955; Shipping Weight: 4,145 Pounds:

Production Total: 5,322

Chrysler New Yorker, 8 Cylinder:

New Yorker, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger Body #553

Base Price: $4,295; Shipping Weight: 4,195 Pounds;

Production Total: 7,110

New Yorker 2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #552

Base Price: $4,347; Shipping Weight: 4,205 Pounds

Production Total: 3,205

New Yorker 4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #554

Base Price: $4,404; Shipping Weight: 4,240 Pounds

Production Total: 5,227

New Yorker, 2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #555

Base Price: $4,761; Shipping Weight: 4,350 Pounds;

Production Total: 666

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #575

Base Price: $4,868; Shipping Weight: 4,435 Pounds;

Production Total: 428

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 9 Passenger, Body #576

Base Price: $5,083; Shipping Weight: 4,445 Pounds;

Production Total: 775

Chrysler 300D, 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #592

Base Price: $5,173; Shipping Weight: 4,305 Pounds

Production Total: 618

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #595

Base Price: $5,603; Shipping Weight: 4,475 Pounds

Production Total: 191

1958 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

Chasis:

Wheelbase:

Chrysler:

All Models except Windsor: 126"

Windsor, 122"

Imperial:

Imperial, Crown, & LeBaron: 129"

Crown Imperial: 149.5"

Tire Sizes:

Chrysler:

Windsor: 8.00 X 14"

Saratoga, New Yorker & 300D: 9.00 X 14"

Imperial:

All: 9.50 X 14"

Chrysler Windsor, General Engine Specifications:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-15/16" X 3-5/8"

Engine Displacement: 354 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 50.05

Horsepower: 290 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 385 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

Chrysler Saratoga, General Engine Specifications:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-15/16" X 3-5/8"

Engine Displacement: 354 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 50.05

Horsepower: 310 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 405 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

Chrysler New Yorker, All Series Imperial, & Crown Imperial, General Engine Specifications:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.00" X 3.90"

Engine Displacement: 392 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 345 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 450 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

Chrysler 300D General Engine Specifications:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.00" X 3.90"

Engine Displacement: 392 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 380 @ 5,200 RPM; With Fuel Injection: 390 @ 5,200 RPM

Torque: 435 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

Tune Up Specifications:

Chrysler Windsor, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle: 29 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)

Chrysler Saratoga, Tune Up Specifications:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle: 29 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: 160 PSI (Minimum)

Chrysler New Yorker, Tune Up Specifications:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AGR-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 29 to 32 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets: 36 to 39 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: 160 PSI (Minimum)

Chrysler 300, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AGR-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 29 to 32 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets: 36 to 39 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed: 650 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)

Valve Specifications:

Chrysler Windsor & Saratoga, 8 Cylinder Engines:

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

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees,

Intake Opens 13 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Closes 17 Degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Spring Pressure: 170 Lbs @ 1.31 inches

Valve Lift, Zero Lash:

Intake: .389"

Exhaust: .389"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake; .370"

Exhaust: .370"

Chrysler New Yorker & Al Imperial Models, 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: 170 Lbs @ 1.31 inches

Valve Lift, Zero Lash:

Intake: .389"

Exhaust: .389"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .001"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake; .370"

Exhaust: .370"

Chrysler 300D, 8 Cylinder Engines with Standard Camshaft:

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: 158 Lbs @ 1.22 inches

Inner Spring: 66 Lbs @ 1-3/32"

Valve Lift, Zero Lash:

Intake: .435"

Exhaust: .442"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake; .370"

Exhaust: .370"

Chrysler 300D, 8 Cylinder Engines with Optional Camshaft:

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot:

Intake: .015"

Exhaust: .024"

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees,

Intake Opens 20 Degrees BTDC

Exhaust Closes 20 Degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Spring Pressure:

Outer Spring: 158 Lbs @ 1.22 inches

Inner Spring: 66 Lbs @ 1-3/32"

Valve Lift, Zero Lash:

Intake: .455"

Exhaust: .455"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .370"

Exhaust: .370"

Piston, Pin, Ring, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

Windsor & Saratoga, 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.

New Yorker & All Imperial Series, 8 Cylinder Engines

Piston Fitting;

Shim to Use: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 12 :

Ring End Gap

Compression Ring: .013"

Oil Ring: .013"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod End Play: .006"-.014"

Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.687"-2.688"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust: Center Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"

Main Bolt Torque: 80-85 Ft. Lbs.

300D, 8 Cylinder Engines

Piston Fitting;

Shim to Use: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 12 :

Ring End Gap

Compression Ring: .013"

Oil Ring: .013"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod End Play: .006"-.014"

Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.687"-2.688"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust: Center Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"

Main Bolt Torque: 80-85 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities:

Windsor, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 21 Quarts

With Heater: 22 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Saratoga, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 21 Quarts

With Heater: 22 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Chrysler New Yorker & Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 24 Quarts

With Heater: 25 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission; 10-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Chrysler 300D, 8 Cylinder, Capacities

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 24 Quarts

With Heater: 25 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Auto-Lite Generator Specifications

Generator # GJC-7012A,

Generator Output: 30 Amperes @ 2,250 RPM

Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 10 Volts: 1.2 to 1.3 Amperes

Regulator #VRX-6201A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator # GHM-6001E,

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-6201A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator # GJC-7013B

Generator Output: 35 Amperes @ 2,250 RPM

Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 10 Volts: 1.2 to 1.3 Amperes

Regulator #VRX-6201A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Ground Polarity: Negative

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #MDL-6001

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 31-37 Ounces

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

Torque Test: 225 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 6 Ft Lbs Torque

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Distributor #1BP-4002F

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle: 29 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 460 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8-1/2"

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 16"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees

Distributor #1BS-4007A

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 29 to 32 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 36 to 39 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 480 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 16"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees

Distributor #1BS-4007A, 1BS-4008

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 29 to 32 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 36 to 39 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: 6-1/2 Degrees @ 1,050 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"

Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 16"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees

Carter Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part # 2685S, 2733S

Float Level: 9/32"

Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns

Pump Stroke: 1-1/32"

Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .015"

Choke Unloader Valve Clearance: 1/4"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor Model: WCFB

Part # 2741S

Idle Screw Setting: 1 to 2 Turns

Float Level:

Primary: 9/32"

Secondary: 11/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 23/32"

Secondary: 23/32"

Bowl Vapor Vent: 1/16"

Secondary Throttle Lever: .010"-.030"

Carburetor Model: WCFB

Part # 2742S

Idle Screw Setting: 1 to 2 Turns

Float Level:

Primary: 9/32"

Secondary: 11/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 23/32"

Secondary: 23/32"

Fast Idle: .015"

Unloader: 1/8"

Bowl Vapor Vent: 1/16"

Secondary Throttle Lever: .010"-.030"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor Model: AFB

Part # 2650S, 2651S

Float Level:

With Smooth Floats: 5/16"

With Ribbed Floats: 7/32"

Float Drop: 23/32"

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

Pump Stroke: 7/16"

Choke Piston Lever: .040"

Fast Idle Throttle Clearance Valve: .012"

Unloader Setting: 1/4"

Secondary Throttle Lever: .010"-.030"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor Model: AFB

Part # 2805S, 2806S

Float Level: 7/32"

Float Drop: 23/32"

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

Pump Stroke: 7/16"

Choke Piston Lever: .040"

Fast Idle Throttle Clearance Valve: .012"

Unloader Setting: 1/4"

Secondary Throttle Lever: .010"-.030"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:

Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, All Series Chrysler & Imperial:

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: 1-1/8"

Wheel Alignment Specifications

Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series Chrysler & Imperial:

Caster:

Manual Steering: - 3/4 Degrees

Power Steering: 0 Degrees

Camber:

Left Side: + 3/8 Degrees

Right Side: 0 Degrees

Toe In: 3/32"-5/32"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18-1/2 to 18-3/4 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Kingpin Angle: 6-1/2 Degrees @ 0 Camber

Popular Options, Chrysler:

Radio, Rear Seat Speaker, Power Antenna, Highway Hi-Fi Record Player, Dual Rear Antennas, Hot Water Heater, Gas Heater, Air Conditioning, Power Steering (Windsor only, standard on other models), Power Brakes, Power Windows, Power Seat, Torqueflite on Windsor, Non-Slip Differential, WheellCovers, White Sidewall Tires, Locking Gas Cap, Windshield Washer, Rear Window Defroster, Outside Rear View Mirrors, Fog Lights, Spot Light, Exhaust Deflector, Tinted Glass.

Colors & Color Codes, Chrysler & Imperial:

Code Color

AAA Raven Black

BBB Stardust Blue

CCC Air Force Blue

DDD Midnight Blue

EEE Spring Green

FFF Cypress Green

GGG Mandarin Jade

HHH Aztec Turquoise

JJJ Spruce Green

KKK Satin Gray

LLL Winchester Gray

MMM Mesa Tan

NNN Sandalwood

OOO Tahitian Coral

PPP Matador Red

RRR Shell Pink

TTT Garnet Maroon

UUU Bamboo Yellow

WWW Ballet Blue

XXX Ermine

ZZZ Champagne Gold

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Plastic: New Yorker 4 Door Hardtop

1958 Chrysler Historical Data

The 1958 Chrysler Model Year Introduction date was November 1, 1957

Total 1958 Chrysler Production was 63,671

1958 IMPERIAL

Model Designations:

Imperial, Series LY1-L, 8 Cylinder

Crown, Series LY1-M, 8 Cylinder

LeBaron, Series LY1-H, 8 Cylinder

Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder

Body Styles & Prices:

Imperial, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price, $4,945; Shipping Weight: 4,650 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,926

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,839; Shipping Weight: 4,795 Pounds;

Production Total: 3,336

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,945; Shipping Weight: 4,640 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,801

Imperial Crown, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price, $5,632; Shipping Weight: 4,755 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,240

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $5,632; Shipping Weight: 4,915 Pounds;

Production Total: 4,146

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $5,388; Shipping Weight: 4,730 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,939

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $5,759; Shipping Weight: 4,820 Pounds

Production Total: 675

Imperial Lebaron, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price, $5,969; Shipping Weight: 4,780 Pounds;

Production Total: 501

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $5,968; Shipping Weight: 4,780 Pounds;

Production Total: 538

Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger,

Base Price: $15,075; Shipping Weight: 5,960 Pounds;

Production Total: 31

Imperial, All Series, General Engine Specifications:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.00" X 3.90"

Engine Displacement: 392 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 345 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 450 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

Imperial & Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AGR-32

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Distributor Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 29 to 32 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets: 36 to 39 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: 160 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, All Series, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 24 Quarts

With Heater: 25 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts *

Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Popular Options:

Radio, Power Windows, Power Seats, Air Conditioning, Power Door Locks, Auto-Pilot, White Sidewall Tires, Fog Lights, External Sun Visor, Tinted Glass, Spotlight, Exhaust Deflector. Outside Rear View Mirror.

1958 Imperial & Crown Imperial Historical Data:

The 1958 Imperial Model Year Introduction date was November 1, 1957.

Total Series Production: 16,432.