1959 DODGE
Model Designations:
Dodge Coronet, Series MD1-L, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Coronet, Series MD2-L, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Royal, Series MD3-M, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Custom Royal, Series MD3-H, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Station Wagon, Series MD3-L, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Custom Station Wagon, Series LD3-H, 8 Cylinder
Coronet, Series, MD1-L, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 2,587; Shipping Weight: 3,425 Pounds;
Total Production: 8,103
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 2,516; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Pounds;
Total Production: 5,432
2 Door Lancer Hardtop, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 2,644; Shipping Weight: 3,395 Pounds;
Total Production: 2,151
Coronet, Series, MD2-L, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 2,707; Shipping Weight: 3,615 Pounds;
Total Production: 43,025
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 2,636; Shipping Weight: 3,565 Pounds;
Total Production: 8,002
4 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,842; Shipping Weight: 3,620 Pounds;
Total Production: 8,946
2 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,764; Shipping Weight: 3,590 Pounds
Total Production: 19,283
2 Door Lancer Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,089; Shipping Weight; 3,775 Pounds
Total Production: 1,840
Royal Series, MD3-M, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 2,934; Shipping Weight: 3,640 Pounds;
Total Production: 8,389
4 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 3,069; Shipping Weight: 3,690 Pounds;
Total Production: 2,935
2 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 2,990; Shipping Weight: 3,625 Pounds;
Total Production: 3,483
Custom Royal, Series, MD3-H, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,145; Shipping Weight: 3,660 Pounds;
Total Production: 8,925
4 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 3,270; Shipping Weight: 3,745 Pounds;
Total Production: 5,019
2 Door Hardtop, Lancer, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 3,201; Shipping Weight: 3,675 Pounds;
Total Production: 6,278
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $ 3,422; Shipping Weight: 3,820 Pounds;
Total Production: 984
Station Wagon, Series, MD3-L, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sierra Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,103; Shipping Weight: 3,940 Pounds;
Total Production: 17,719*
4 Door Sierra Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,224; Shipping Weight: 4,015 Pounds;
Total Production: *
* Combined Total Production for Sierra 6 & 9 Passenger Station Wagons.
Custom Station Wagon, Series, MD3-H, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sierra Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,318; Shipping Weight: 3,980 Pounds;
Total Production: 5,871*
4 Door Sierra Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,439; Shipping Weight: 4,020 Pounds;
Total Production: *
* Combined Total Production for Sierra 6 & 9 Passenger Custom Station Wagons.
1959 DODGE
General Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine:
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 4-5/8"
Engine Displacement: 230.2 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 25.35
Horsepower: 135 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 205 Ft Lbs @ 1,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-45 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, Coronet:
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3-61/64" X 3-5/16"
Engine Displacement: 326 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 50.01
Horsepower: 255 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 350 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, Royal & Standard Station Wagon:
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4-1/8" X 3-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.10:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 295 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 390 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, Custom Royal & Custom Station Wagon:
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4-1/8" X 3-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.10:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 305 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 400 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, D500 Engine Package:
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4-1/4" X 3-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.8
Horsepower: 320 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, Super D50 Engine Package:
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4-1/4" X 3-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.8
Horsepower: 345 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
1959 DODGE
Wheelbase:
All Models: 122 Inches
Tire Sizes:
Coronet: 7.50 X 14 Inches
All Other Models: 8.00 X 14 Inches
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder;
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR-51
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .020
Cam Angle: 39 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC, on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 70 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 120 Minimum
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 326 Cu. In. Engine;
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AGR-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Cam Angle: 29 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 125 Minimum
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. In. Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR-42
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Cam Angle: 29 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, D-500 Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AR-32
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Cam Angle: 29 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 85 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Operating Clearance, Cold:
Intake .011;
Exhaust .014
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 @ 1.38 inches
Valve Lift @ Zero Lash:
Intake: .365"
Exhaust: .365"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .003"-.005"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .340"
Exhaust: .340"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 326 Cu. In. Engine:
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: 177 Lbs @ 1.31 inches
Valve Lift @ Zero Lash:
Intake: .390"
Exhaust: .386"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3725"
Exhaust: .3715"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. In. Engine:
Operating Clearance:
Intake: Zero
Exhaust: Zero
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Opens 15 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 15 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1.47 inches
Valve Lift @ Zero Lash:
Intake: .390"
Exhaust: .390"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3725"
Exhaust: .3715"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, D500:
Operating Clearance:
Intake: Zero
Exhaust: Zero
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Opens 20 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 22 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs. @ 1.47 inches
Valve Lift @ Zero Lash:
Intake: .390"
Exhaust: .390"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3725"
Exhaust: .3715"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 6 Cylinder:
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: .859"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.061"-2.062"
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, All 326 Cubic Inch Engines:
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: .984"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0022"
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
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, All 361 & 383 (D500) Cubic Inch Engines:
Fitting Pistons:
Shim Thickness: .001"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 5 to 10
Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .013
Oil Ring: .013
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0935"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Rod Bolt Torque: 45-50 Ft. Lbs
Rod End Play: .009"-.017"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.629"-2.630"
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: 14 PSI
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 22 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
8 Cylinder Models, 326 Cu. In. Engine:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 20 Quarts
With Heater: 21 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14 PSI
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Powerflite: 10 Quarts
Torqueflite: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
8 Cylinder Models, 361 Cubic Inch Engine:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14 PSI
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 22 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 Filter.
8 Cylinder Models, D500 Engine:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap: 14 PSI
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 10-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Filter
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Distributor #1BR-4001
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: 0 Degrees @ 350 RPM
Full Advance: 8-1/2 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum
Full Plunger Travel @ 16" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 326 Cu. In. Engine:
Distributor #1BP-4003J
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: 0 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 6-1/2 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 6-3/4" Vacuum
Full Plunger Travel @ 13-1/4" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383Cu. In. Engines:
Distributor #1BP-4005B
Rotation: Counter-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: 0 Degrees @ 350 RPM
Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 8-1/8" Vacuum
Full Plunger Travel @ 16-1/8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Distributor #1BS-4006C
Rotation: Counter-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: 0 Degree @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 8-3/8" Vacuum
Full Plunger Travel @ 18-1/8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #MDU-6003
Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces
No Load Test: 50 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 5,300 RPM
Lock Test: 280 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 6.2 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #MDT-6001
Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces
No Load Test: 56 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 3,600 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Generator & Regulator Specifications:
Generator #GGA-6001AC, GGA-6003E, GGA-6007A
Rotation: Clockwise
Ground Polarity: Negative
Generator Output: 40 Amperes @ 1,600 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 34-41 Ounces
Field Current @ 10 Volts: 1.1 to 1.3 Amperes
Regulator #VAT-6201A
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .032"
Voltage Regulator Settings:
Voltage: 14.3 Volts
Current: 40 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"
Generator #GJM-8001A
Rotation: Clockwise
Ground Polarity: Negative
Generator Output: 35 Amperes @ 2,100 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces
Field Current @ 10 Volts: 1.6 to 1.7 Amperes
Regulator #VRX-6301A
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .032"
Voltage Regulator Settings:
Voltage: 14.3 Volts
Current: 35 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications:
All:
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006"-.010"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Washer
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Washer
Axle Shaft End Play: .008"-.013"
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: - 3/4 Degrees
Power Steering: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +3/8 Degree
Right Side: 0 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8" inches
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees, 46 Minutes
Inner Wheel: 20
Kingpin Angle: 6-1/2 Degrees @ 0 Degrees Camber
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: AFB
Carburetor # 2773S, 2787S
Float Level: 7/32"
Idle Screw: 1-1/2 Turns Open
Pump Stroke: 7/16"
Fast Idle Throttle Clearance: .014"
Unloader Adjustment: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Model: AFB
Carburetor # 2794S
Float Level: 7/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Idle Screw: 1-1/2 Turns Open
Pump Stroke: 7/16"
Fast Idle Throttle Clearance: .015"
Unloader Adjustment: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carter Model BBD Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: 2822S
Float Level: 9/32"
Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1 Turn
Pump Stroke: 1"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .016"
Unloader Choke Valve Clearance: 1/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carter Model BBS (6 Cylinder) Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: 2567S, 2569S
Float Level: 7/32"
Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Pump Adjustment 27/32""
Fast Idle Adjustment: .016"-.020"
Unloader Adjustment: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: WW
Carburetor # 3-181, 3-182, 3-183
Fuel Level: 5/8"
Float Setting: 7/32"
Wide Open Kick Setting: #A Drill
Choke or Vacuum Kick Setting: 31/64"
Fast Idle Setting: 1/4"-9/32"
Popular Options
Powerflite Automatic Transmission, Torqueflite Automatic Transmission, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, Power Tailgate Window for Wagons, 6 Way Power Seats, Radio, Rear Speaker, Dual Rear Antennas, Tinted Glass, Two-tone Paint, Wheel Covers, Electric Clock, Variable Speed Wipers, Windshield Washer, Air Conditioning, Padded Dash, Automatic Headlight Beam Changer, Dual Exhaust, Remote Control Left Side Mirror, V-8 Engine Options, Speed Warning Device, Swivel Seat.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Custom Royal 2 Door Hardtop
1959 Dodge Colors & Codes
AA-1 Jet Black
BB-1 Blue Diamond
CC-1 Star Sapphire
EE-1 Aquamarine
FF-1 Jade
JJ-1 Turquoise
LL-1 Silver
MM-1 Pewter
NN-1 Rose Quarts
PP-1 Coral
RR-1 Ruby
UU-1 Biscuit
WW-1 Mocha
XX-1 Pearl
YY-1 Canary Diamond
JJJ Frosted Turquoise
RRR Poppy
TTT Paris Rose
1959 Dodge Historical Data
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The 1959 Dodges were introduced on October 10, 1958.
Total 1959 Dodge Production was 151,851.
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