1960 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Model Designations:
CHRYSLER:
Chrysler Windsor, Series PC1-L, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler Saratoga, Series PC2-M, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler New Yorker, Series PC3-H, 8 Cylinder
Chrysler 300F, Series PC3-300
IMPERIAL:
Custom, Series PY1-L, 8 Cylinder
Crown , Series PY1-M, 8 Cylinder
Lebaron, Series PY1-H, 8 Cylinder
Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder
Body Styles & Prices:
Chrysler Windsor, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body#813
Base Price: $3,194; Shipping Weight: 3,815 Pounds;
Production Total: 25,152
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #812
Base Price: $3,279; Shipping Weight: 3,850 Pounds:
Production Total: 6,496
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #814
Base Price: $3,343; Shipping Weight: 3,855 Pounds:
Production Total: 6,084
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #815
Base Price: $3,623; Shipping Weight: 3,855 Lbs
Production Total: 1,467
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #858
Base Price: $3,733; Shipping Weight: 4,235 Pounds
Production Total: 1,120
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 9 Passenger, Body #859
Base Price: $3,814; Shipping Weight: 4,390 Pounds
Production Total: 1,026
Chrysler Saratoga, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #823
Base Price: $3,929; Shipping Weight: 4,010 Pounds;
Production Total: 8,463
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #822
Base Price: $3,989; Shipping Weight: 4,030 Pounds:
Production Total: 2,963
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #824
Base Price: $4,067; Shipping Weight: 4,035 Pounds:
Production Total: 4,099
Chrysler New Yorker, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger Body #833
Base Price: $4,409; Shipping Weight: 4,145 Pounds;
Production Total: 9,079
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #832
Base Price: $4,461; Shipping Weight: 4,175 Pounds
Production Total: 2,835
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #834
Base Price: $4,518; Shipping Weight: 4,175 Pounds
Production Total: 5,625
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #835
Base Price: $4,875; Shipping Weight: 4,185 Pounds;
Production Total: 556
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #878
Base Price: $5,022; Shipping Weight: 4,515 Pounds;
Production Total: 624
Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 9 Passenger, Body #879
Base Price: $5,131; Shipping Weight: 4,535 Pounds;
Production Total: 671
Chrysler 300F, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #842
Base Price: $5,411; Shipping Weight: 4,270 Pounds
Production Total: 964
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #845
Base Price: $5,841; Shipping Weight: 4,310 Pounds
Production Total: 248
Imperial Custom, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #913
Base Price, $5,029; Shipping Weight: 4,700 Pounds;
Production Total: 2,335
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #914
Base Price: $5,029; Shipping Weight: 4,670 Pounds;
Production Total: 3,953
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #912
Base Price: $4,923; Shipping Weight: 4,655 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,498
Imperial Crown, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #923
Base Price, $5,647; Shipping Weight: 4,770 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,594
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #924
Base Price: $5,647; Shipping Weight: 4,765 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,510
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #922
Base Price: $5,403; Shipping Weight: 4,720 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,504
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #925
Base Price: $5,774; Shipping Weight: 4,820 Pounds
Production Total: 618
Imperial Lebaron, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #933
Base Price, $6,318; Shipping Weight: 4,860 Pounds;
Production Total: 692
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #934
Base Price: $6,318; Shipping Weight: 4,835 Pounds;
Production Total: 999
Crown Imperial, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger,
Base Price: $16,000; Shipping Weight: 5,960 Pounds;
Production Total: 16
1960 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL
Chasis:
Wheelbase:
Chrysler:
Windsor: 122"
Saratoga, New Yorker, & 300:126"
Imperial:
Imperial, Crown, & LeBaron: 129"
Crown Imperial: 149.5"
Tire Sizes:
Chrysler:
Windsor: 8.00 X 14"
Saratoga: 8.50 X 14"
New Yorker & 300F: 9.00 X 14"
Imperial:
Imperial, Crown, & LeBaron: 8.20 X 15"
Crown Imperial: 9.50 X 15"
General Engine Specifications:
8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In., 305 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.0312" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.00
Horsepower: 305 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 410 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor, 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In., 305 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.80
Horsepower: 305 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 410 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor, 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In., 325 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.0312" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.00
Horsepower: 325 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor, 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In., 350 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.11
Horsepower: 350 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 470 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor, 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In., 375 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.11
Horsepower: 375 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 495 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
Tune Up Specifications:
Chrysler Windsor, 383 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Chrysler Saratoga, 383 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Chrysler New Yorker 413 Cu. Inl., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle: 27 to 32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Chrysler 300 F, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Standard Transmission, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-32
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27 to 32 Degrees
Total Dwell Both Sets: 34 to 40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Chrysler 300 F, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Automatic Transmission, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-32
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27 to 32 Degrees
Total Dwell Both Sets: 34 to 40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Imperial, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Automatic Transmission, Tune Up Specifications:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Distributor Cam Angle: 27 to 32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 165 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
Chrysler & Imperial, All Series Except 300, 8 Cylinder Engines:
Valve Lash: .060"-.210"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake; .372"-373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Chrysler 300, 8 Cylinder Engines:
Valve Lash: .060"-.210"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Piston, Pin, Ring, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:
Chrysler & Imperial, All Series, 8 Cylinder Engines
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"
Ring End
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.749"-2.750"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust: #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
All Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Chylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 50 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft.Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Chrysler, All Series, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Imperial, All Series, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications
Generator # GGA-6003E, GGA-6003F
Generator Output: 40 Amperes
Field Ground Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 34-41 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Ground Polarity: Negative
Field Current: 1.2 to 1.3 Amperes
Regulator #VAT-6201A
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .032"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 40
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"
Generator # GHM-8001B, GHM-8002A
Generator Output: 30 Amperes
Field Ground Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Ground Polarity: Negative
Field Current: 1.2 to 1.3 Amperes
Regulator #VBO-4202C
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .032"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.6 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"
Generator # GJM-8201A
Generator Output: 35 Amperes
Field Ground Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Ground Polarity: Negative
Field Current: 1.6 to 1.7 Amperes
Regulator #VBO-4202BC
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .032"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.6 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #MDT-6002
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 31-37 Ounces
No Load Test: 56 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 3,600 RPM
Torque Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Chrysler, Except 300:
Distributor #1BP-4006C
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 620 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Chrysler 300:
Distributor #1BS-4011
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27 to 32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34 to 40 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 440 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Carter Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part # 2924S
Idle Screw Setting: 1 Turn
Fast Idle Speed: 1,400 RPM
Float Level: 9/32"
Pump Stroke: 1"
Choke Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Model: AFB
Part # 2927S
Idle Screw Setting: 1 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 7/32"
Secondary: 7/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 23/32"
Secondary: 23/32"
Pump Travel Setting: 7/16"
Choke Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor Model: AFB
Part # 2903S
Idle Screw Setting: 1 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,500 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 9/32"
Secondary: 9/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 9/16"
Secondary: 9/16"
Pump Travel Setting: 1/4"
Choke Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, Windsor:
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 1-1/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, All Series Except Windsor:
Rear Axle:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 12"
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 With Manual Steering:
Caster: - 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +3/8 Degrees
Right Side: +3/8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 21-1/2 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series With Power Steering:
Caster: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +3/8 Degrees
Right Side: +1/8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 21-1/2 Degrees
Popular Options, Chrysler:
Golden Tone Radio, Golden Tone Radio with Touch Tuner, Rear Seat Speaker, Power Antenna, Dual Rear Antennas, Heater, Air Conditioning, Dual Air Conditioning, Power Steering (Windsor only, standard on other models), Power Brakes, Power Windows, Power Seat, Torqueflite on Windsor, Non-Slip Differential, Auto Pilot, Automatic Beam Changer, Wheel Covers, White Sidewall Tires, Locking Gas Cap, Windshield Washer, Rear Window Defroster, Outside Rear View Mirrors, Remote Control Mirror, Parking Brake Warning Light, Tinted Glass.
Popular Options, Imperial:
Power Brakes; Power Steering; Air Conditioning; Cruise Control; Automatic Headlight Beam Changer; Rear Window Defroster; Electric Door Locks; Flitesweep Deck Lid; Heter; 6 Way Power Seat; Swivel Seat; Stainless Steel Roof in Custom; Sure Grip Differential; Electric Touch Tuner Radio with Rear Speaker & Power Antenna; Tinted Glass.
Colors, Chrysler & Imperial:
Code Color
AA-1 Sunburst
BB-1 Formal Black
CC-1 Starlight Blue **
CC-1 Glacier Blue *
DD-1 Polar Blue **
DD-1 Moonstone Blue *
EE-1 Midnight Blue *
FF-1 Surf Green **
FF-1 Light Mint *
GG-1 Ivy Green **
GG-1 Cedar Green *
HH-1 Silverpine
JJ-1 Seaspray **
KK-1 Bluegrass **
LL-1 Sheffield Silver
NN-1 Executive Gray
OO-1 Regent Ruby *
PP-1 Toreador Red **
PP-1 Regal Red *
RR-1 Dawn Mauve *
RR-1 Lilac **
SS-1 Iris **
SS-1 Dusk Mauve *
TT-1 Daytona Sand **
TT-1 Beach Beige *
UU-1 Autumn Haze **
UU-1 Powdered Bronze *
WW-1 Alaskan White
YY-1 Petal Pink
ZZ-1 Terra Cotta
* Imperial Only
** Chrysler Only
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: New Yorker 2 Door Hardtop, Imperial 2 Door Hardtop, Imperial Convertible
1960 Chrysler Historical Data
The 1960 Chrysler Model Year Introduction date is not available.
Total 1960 Chrysler Production was 76,073.
Total 1960 Imperial Production was 17,719.
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