1956 DODGE

Model Designations:

Dodge Coronet, Series D62-1, 6 Cylinder

Dodge Coronet, Series D63-1, 8 Cylinder

Dodge Royal, Series D63-2, 8 Cylinder

Dodge Custom Royal, Series D63-3, 8 Cylinder

Coronet, Series, D62-1, 6 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,232; Shipping Weight: 3,295 Pounds;

2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,195; Shipping Weight: 3,250 Pounds;

2 Door Suburban, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,456; Shipping Weight: 3,455 Pounds;

Coronet, Series, D63-1, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,340; Shipping Weight: 3,435 Pounds;

2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,367; Shipping Weight: 3,380 Pounds;

4 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,517; Shipping Weight: 3,560 Pounds;

2 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,403; Shipping Weight: 3,430 Pounds

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,643; Shipping Weight; 3,600 Pounds

2 Door Suburban, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,564; Shipping Weight: 3,605 Pounds;

4 Door Sierra Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,681; Shipping Weight: 3,600 Pounds;

4 Door Sierra Station Wagon, 8 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,787; Shipping Weight: 3,715 Pounds;

Total Coronet (D62-1 & D63-1) Production: 142,613.

Royal Series, D63-2, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,478; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds;

4 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,662; Shipping Weight: 3,625 Pounds;

2 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,548; Shipping Weight: 3,505 Pounds;

2 Door Custom Suburban, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,694; Shipping Weight: 3,620 Pounds;

4 Door Sierra Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,834; Shipping Weight: 3,710 Pounds;

4 Door Sierra Station Wagon, 8 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,939; Shipping Weight: 3,800 Pounds;

Total Dodge Royal Production: 48,780

Custom Royal, Series, D63-3, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,588; Shipping Weight: 3,520 Pounds;

4 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,772; Shipping Weight: 3,675 Pounds;

2 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,658; Shipping Weight: 3,505 Pounds;

2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $ 2,878; Shipping Weight: 3,630 Pounds;

Total Dodge Custom Royal Production: 49,293

1956 DODGE

General Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 4-5/8"

Engine Displacement: 230.2 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 7.60:1

Taxable Horsepower: 25.35

Horsepower: 131 @ 3,800 RPM

Torque: 203 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-45 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, Coronet:

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-5/8" X 3-1/4"

Engine Displacement: 270 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 42.05

Horsepower: 189 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 266 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, Royal & Custom Royal, 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-5/8" X 3-13/16"

Engine Displacement: 315 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 37.81

Horsepower: 218 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 300 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, Royal & Custom Royal, 4 Barrel Carburetor:

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-5/8" X 3-13/16"

Engine Displacement: 315 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 37.81

Horsepower: 230 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 316 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, "500" Engine:

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-5/8" X 3-13/16"

Engine Displacement: 315 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 37.81

Horsepower: 260 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 330 Ft Lbs @ 3,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

1956 DODGE

Wheelbase:

All Models: 120 Inches

Tire Sizes:

6 Cylinder Coronets & Suburbans: 6.70 X 15 Inches

8 Cylinder Coronets, Royals & Station Wagons: 7.10 X 15 Inches

8 Cylinder Custom Royals: 7.60 X 15 Inches

Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder;

Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR-80

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .020

Cam Angle: 39 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC, on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 475 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 70 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 120 Minimum

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, Coronet;

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR-52

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle: 31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 475 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 125 Minimum

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, Royal

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR-52

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle: 31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 475 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 125 Minimum

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, D-500 Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite 4S-250

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle:

Each Set: 29-32 Degrees

Total Dwell: 36-39 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC, on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 475 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM

Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 125 Minimum

Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder:

Operating Clearance, Running Hot:

Intake .010;

Exhaust .010

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees

Valve Timing:

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 Lift @ Zero Lash:

Intake: .379"

Exhaust: .365"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .003"-.005"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .340"

Exhaust: .340"

Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, Coronet:

Operating Clearance:

Intake: Zero

Exhaust: Zero

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees

Valve Timing:

Intake Opens 14 Degrees Before Top Dead Center

Exhaust Closes 12 degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Spring Pressure: 140 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches

Valve Lift @ Zero Lash:

Intake: .360"

Exhaust: .360"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .370"

Exhaust: .370"

Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, Royal:

Operating Clearance:

Intake: Zero

Exhaust: Zero

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees

Valve Timing:

Intake Opens 11 Degrees Before Top Dead Center

Exhaust Closes 15 degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Spring Pressure: 140 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches

Valve Lift @ Zero Lash:

Intake: .360"

Exhaust: .360"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .370"

Exhaust: .370"

Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, D500 Engine:

Operating Clearance:

Intake: .012" Hot

Exhaust: .022" Hot

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees

Valve Timing:

Intake Opens 11 Degrees Before Top Dead Center

Exhaust Closes 18 degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Spring Pressure:

Inner Spring: 66 Lbs @ 1.09"

Outer Spring: 158 Lbs @ 1.22 inches

Valve Lift @ Zero Lash:

Intake: .400"

Exhaust: .409"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .370"

Exhaust: .370"

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 6 Cylinder:

Fitting Pistons:

Shim Thickness: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 6 to 10

Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .010

Oil Ring: .010

Wrist Pin Diameter: .8592"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.249"-2.250"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs

Rod End Play: .006"-.011"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.499"-2.500"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod Bolt Torque: 80-85 Ft. Lbs

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, Coronet:

Fitting Pistons:

Shim Thickness: .0015"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 10

Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .010

Oil Ring: .010

Wrist Pin Diameter: .8592"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 1.936"-1.937"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs

Rod End Play: .009"-.017"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod Bolt Torque: 80-85 Ft. Lbs

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, Royal:

Fitting Pistons:

Shim Thickness: .0015"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 10

Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .010

Oil Ring: .010

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9216"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.249"-2.250"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs

Rod End Play: .009"-.017"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2499"-2.500"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod Bolt Torque: 80-85 Ft. Lbs

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, D500 Engine:

Fitting Pistons:

Shim Thickness: .0015"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 10

Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .010

Oil Ring: .010

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9216"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.249"-2.250"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs

Rod End Play: .009"-.017"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.499"-2.500"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod Bolt Torque: 80-85 Ft. Lbs

Capacities:

6 Cylinder Models:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 13 Quarts

With Heater: 14 Quarts

Radiator Pressure Cap: 7 PSI

Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

With Overdrive: 3-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter

8 Cylinder Models, Coronet:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 19 Quarts

With Heater: 20 Quarts

Radiator Pressure Cap: 7 PSI

Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

With Overdrive: 3-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter

8 Cylinder Models, Royal & Custom Royal:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 20 Quarts

With Heater: 21 Quarts

Radiator Pressure Cap: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

With Overdrive: 3-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter

8 Cylinder Models, D500 Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 20 Quarts

With Heater: 21 Quarts

Radiator Pressure Cap: 14 PSI

Fuel Tank: 17 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

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:

Distributor #1AT-4001-B

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 @ 525 RPM

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 1,350 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 4-3/4" Vacuum

Full Plunger Travel @ 14" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:

Distributor #1BJ-4301A

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle: 31 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5-1/2" Vacuum

Full Plunger Travel @ 15" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees

Distributor #1BJ-4303

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle: 31 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 415 RPM

Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,350 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6-3/8" Vacuum

Full Plunger Travel @ 15" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees

Distributor #1BJ-4303B

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle: 31 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 415 RPM

Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,350 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5-1/4" Vacuum

Full Plunger Travel @ 12" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, D500:

Distributor #1BJ-4301A

Rotation: Clockwise

Cam Angle:

Each Set: 26-28 Degrees

Total Dwell: 32-36 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 425 RPM

Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 7-1/2" Vacuum

Full Plunger Travel @ 17" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #MDF-6002, MDF-6007

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

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

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

Part #MDG-6001, MDG-6002

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test: 50 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 4,400 RPM

Lock Test: 210 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 5 Ft Lbs Torque

Auto-Lite Generator & Regulator Specifications:

Generator #GJC-7001A

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Positive

Generator Output: 30 Amperes @ 2,250 RPM

Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces

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 Settings:

Voltage: 14.3 Volts

Current: 30 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Generator #GJC-7002A, GJC-7003B

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator Output: 30 Amperes @ 2,250 RPM

Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces

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 Settings:

Voltage: 14.3 Volts

Current: 30 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications:

Manual Transmission:

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.010"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims

Axle Shaft End Play: .013"-.018"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"

Automatic Transmission, 6 Cylinder:

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.010"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims

Axle Shaft End Play: .013"-.018"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"

Automatic Transmission, 8 Cylinder:

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.010"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Washer

Axle Shaft End Play: .013"-.018"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Models:

Caster:

Manual Steering: 2 Degrees

Power Steering: 0 Degrees

Camber:

Left Side: +1/2 Degree

Right Side: 0 Degrees

Toe In; 3/32" - 5/32" inches

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 Degrees Camber

Carter Carburetor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:

Carburetor Model: WCFB

Carburetor # 2303S-A, 2303SB

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

Float Level:

Primary Float: 7/32"

Secondary Float: 9/32"

Float Drop:

Primary Float: 23/32"

Secondary Float: 25/32"

Fast Idle Adjustment: .012"

Unloader Adjustment: 11/64"

Bowl Vapor Vent: 1/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor Model: WCFB

Carburetor # 2443S-A

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

Float Level:

Primary Float: 7/32"

Secondary Float: 9/32"

Float Drop:

Primary Float: 23/32"

Secondary Float: 25/32"

Fast Idle Adjustment: .012"

Unloader Adjustment: 11/64"

Bowl Vapor Vent: 1/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: WCFB

Carburetor # 2432S, 2474S

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

Float Level:

Primary Float: 1/8"

Secondary Float: 3/16"

Float Drop:

Primary Float: 5/8"

Secondary Float: 11/16"

Fast Idle Adjustment: .012"

Unloader Adjustment: 3/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Stromberg Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-124

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Choke Positioning Spring Setting: #31 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 13/64"-15/64"

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-125

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Choke Positioning Spring Setting: #31 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 13/64"-15/64"

Overdrive Kickdown Switch Setting: 1/64"-1/32"

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-126

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Dash Pot Setting: 1/16"-3/32"

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Choke Positioning Spring Setting: #37 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 13/64"-15/64"

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-135

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Choke or Vacuum Kick Setting: #2 Drill

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 7/32"-1/4"

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-136

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Choke or Vacuum Kick Setting: #2 Drill

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 7/32"-1/4"

Overdrive Kickdown Switch Setting: 1/64"-1/32"

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-137

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Choke or Vacuum Kick Setting: #2 Drill

Dash PotSetting: 1/16"-1/32"

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 7/32"-1/4"

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-138

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Choke or Vacuum Kick Setting: #2 Drill

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 7/32"-1/4"

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-139

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Choke or Vacuum Kick Setting: #2 Drill

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 7/32"-1/4"

Overdrive Kickdown Switch Setting: 1/64"-1/32"

Carburetor Model: WW

Carburetor # 3-140, 3-140A

Fuel Level: 5/8"

Float Setting: 3/16"

Wide Open Kick Setting: .150" to .180"

Choke or Vacuum Kick Setting: #2 Drill

Dash Pot Setting: 1/16"-1/32"

Fast Idle Setting: #48 Drill

Pump Travel Setting: 7/32"-1/4"

Overdrive Kickdown Switch Setting: 1/64"-1/32"

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Promotional Model Cars Produced:

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1956 Dodge Colors & Codes

501 Jewell Black

505 Wedgewood Blue

506 Royal Blue

515 Aquamarine

516 Neptune Green

517 Sea Foam Green

518 Jade Green

540 Cloud Gray

541 Iridescent Charcoal

550 Chineese Rose

551 Oriental Coral

552 Garnet

555 Sapphire White

556 Crown Yellow

Two-Tone Only Colors:

Gallant Gold

Misty Orchid

Regal Orchid

1956 Dodge Historical Data

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The 1956 Dodges were introduced on October 7, 1955.

Total 1956 Dodge Production was 220,208.

1,686 1956 Dodges were equipped with Air Conditioning.

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