1960 DODGE

1960 DODGE

Model Designations:

Dodge Dart Seneca, Series PD-3, 6 Cylinder

Dodge Dart Seneca, Series PD-4, 8 Cylinder

Dodge Dart Pioneer, Series PD-3, 6 Cylinder

Dodge Dart Pioneer, Series PD-4, 8 Cylinder

Dodge Dart Phoenix, Series PD-3, 6 Cylinder

Dodge Dart Phoenix, Series PD-4, 8 Cylinder

Dodge Matador, Series PD1L, 8 Cylinder

Dodge Polara, Series PD2H, 8 Cylinder

Dodge Dart Seneca, 6 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L41

Base Price: $ 2,330; Shipping Weight: 3,420 Pounds;

2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L21

Base Price: $ 2,278; Shipping Weight: 3,385 Pounds;

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #L45

Base Price: $ 2,695; Shipping Weight: 3,805 Pounds;

Total 6 Cylinder Dart Seneca Production: 93,167

Dodge Dart Seneca, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L41

Base Price: $ 2,449; Shipping Weight: 3,600 Pounds;

2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L21

Base Price: $ 2,397; Shipping Weight: 3,530 Pounds;

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #L45

Base Price: $ 2,815; Shipping Weight: 3,945 Pounds;

Total 8 Cylinder Dart Seneca Production: 45,737

Dodge Dart Pioneer, 6 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #M41

Base Price: $ 2,459; Shipping Weight: 3,430 Pounds;

2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #M21

Base Price: $ 2,410; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Pounds;

2 Door Club Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #M23

Base Price: $ 2,488; Shipping Weight: 3,410 Pounds;

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #M45A

Base Price: $ 2,787; Shipping Weight: 3,820 Pounds;

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #M45B

Base Price: $ 2,892; Shipping Weight: 3,875 Pounds;

Total 6 Cylinder Dart Pioneer Production: 36,434

Dodge Dart Pioneer, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #M41

Base Price: $ 2,578; Shipping Weight: 3,610 Pounds;

2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #M21

Base Price: $ 2,530; Shipping Weight: 3,540 Pounds;

2 Door Club Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #M23

Base Price: $ 2,607; Shipping Weight: 3,610 Pounds;

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #M45A

Base Price: $ 2,906; Shipping Weight: 4,000 Pounds;

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #M45B

Base Price: $ 3,011; Shipping Weight: 4,065 Pounds;

Total 8 Cylinder Dart Pioneer Production: 74,655

Dodge Dart Phoenix, 6 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #H41

Base Price: $ 2,595; Shipping Weight: 3,420 Pounds;

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #H43

Base Price: $ 2,677; Shipping Weight: 3,460 Pounds;

2 Door Club Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #H23

Base Price: $ 2,618; Shipping Weight: 3,410 Pounds;

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #H27

Base Price: $ 2,868; Shipping Weight: 3,460 Pounds;

Total 6 Cylinder Dart Phoenix Production: 6,767

Dodge Dart Phoenix, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #H41

Base Price: $ 2,715; Shipping Weight: 3,610 Pounds;

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #H43

Base Price: $ 2,796; Shipping Weight: 3,655 Pounds;

2 Door Club Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #H23

Base Price: $ 2,737; Shipping Weight: 3,605 Pounds;

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #H27

Base Price: $ 2,988; Shipping Weight: 3,690 Pounds;

Total 8 Cylinder Dart Phoenix Production: 66,608

Dodge Matador, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41

Base Price: $ 2,930; Shipping Weight: 3,725 Pounds;

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #43

Base Price: $3,075; Shipping Weight: 3,820 Pounds;

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #23

Base Price: $2,996; Shipping Weight: 3,705 Pounds

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #45A

Base Price: $3,239; Shipping Weight: 4,045 Pounds

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #45B

Base Price: $3,354; Shipping Weight: 4,120 Pounds

Dodge Polara, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41

Base Price: $ 3,141; Shipping Weight: 3,735 Pounds;

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #43

Base Price: $3,275; Shipping Weight: 3,815 Pounds;

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #23

Base Price: $3,196; Shipping Weight: 3,740 Pounds

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #46A

Base Price: $3,506; Shipping Weight: 4,085 Pounds

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #46B

Base Price: $3,621; Shipping Weight: 4,220 Pounds

Total Dodge Matador/Polara Production: 42,517

Wheelbase:

All Dart Models:

Passenger Cars: 118"

Station Wagons: 122"

Dodge Matador & Polara:

All Models: 122"

Tire Sizes:

All Dart Models:

Passenger Cars: 7.50 X 14"

Station Wagons: 8.00 X 14"

Dodge Matador & Polara:

All Models: 8.00 X 14"

Engine Availability by Model:

Engine Model

145 HP, 225 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on Dart 6

230 HP, 318 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Dart Seneca & Pioneer V-8

255 HP, 318 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Dart Phoenix V-8

295 HP, 361 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Matador. Optional on Pioneer & Phoenix

325 HP, 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Polara. Optional on Matador & Phoenix

330 HP, 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Polara, Matador, & Phoenix

1960 DODGE

General Engine Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine, 225 Cu. Inch, 145 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.400" X 4.125"

Engine Displacement: 225 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 27.74

Horsepower: 145 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 215 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch, 230 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"

Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 48.92

Horsepower: 230 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 340 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch, 255 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"

Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 48.92

Horsepower: 255 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 345 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-65 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

8 Cylinder Engine, 361 Cu. Inch, 295 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"

Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.45

Horsepower: 295 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 390 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder Engine, 361 Cu. Inch, 310 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"

Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.45

Horsepower: 310 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 435 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI

Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors

8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 325 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 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: 325 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 330 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 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: 330 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI

Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors

1960 DODGE

Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder;

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AG-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .020

Cam Angle: 36-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 485 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 Minimum

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with Standard Transmission;

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC, on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 485 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with Automatic Transmission;

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with 4 Barrel Carburetor;

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 485 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 485 RPM in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 485 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 485 RPM in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 Minimum

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In. Engine with Ram Manifold:

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-32

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 7-1/2 Degrees BTDC, on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 750 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 Minimum

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In. Engine, High Performance:

Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap: .017

Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 485 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 485 RPM in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 Minimum

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7 PSI

Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder:

Valve Lash, Hot:

Intake .010"

Exhaust .020"

Valve Angles:

Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Face: Intake: 45 Degrees

Exhaust: 43 Degrees

Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .372"-.373"

Exhaust: .371"-.372"

Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In. Engine:

Valve Lash, Hot:

Intake .010"

Exhaust .018"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .372"-.373"

Exhaust: .371"-.372"

Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed

Exhaust: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"

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"

Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines with Hydralic Lifters:

Valve Lash, Cold:

Intake: .016"

Exhaust: .028"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"

Valve Spring Pressure: 205 Lbs @ 1-7/16 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .372"-.373"

Exhaust: .371"-.372"

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

Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9008"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1865"-2.1875"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In. Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .015"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5005"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:

Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

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: 2.6245"-2.6255"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 200 Inch Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 10 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:

Aluminum: 50 Ft. Lbs.

Cast Iron: 85 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: Press Fit

8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch:

Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 40 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 15 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 36 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder Engine, 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:

Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 45 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 70 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities:

Dart 6 Cylinder Models:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater: 14.7 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 14.7 Quarts

Radiator Pressure Cap:

With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts

Manual Transmission: 5 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Powerflite: 10 Quarts

Torqueflite: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

Dart 8 Cylinder 318 Cu. Inch Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 20 Quarts

With Heater: 21 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 21 Quarts

Radiator Pressure Cap:

With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts

Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Powerflite: 10 Quarts

Torqueflite: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints

Dart 8 Cylinder 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 16 Quarts

With Heater: 17 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts

Radiator Pressure Cap:

With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts

Manual Transmission: 3-1/4 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Powerflite: 10 Quarts

Torqueflite: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

Dodge Full Sized, 8 Cylinder Engines:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 16 Quarts

With Heater: 17 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts

Radiator Pressure Cap:

With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts

Manual Transmission: 3-1/4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:

Distributor #2095270

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .020"

Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 325 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Distributor #1BP-4003T

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle: 26-32 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 430 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission, Dart:

Distributor #1BP-4003N

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch Engine:

Distributor #1BP-4005C

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engine:

Distributor #1BP-4005D

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle: 26-32 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 425 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, with Ram Manifold:

Distributor #1BP-4006E

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle:

Each set of Points: 27-32 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets of :Points: 34-40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 375 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #MDT-7002

Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces

No Load Test: 58 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM

Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque

Part #MDU-7001

Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces

No Load Test: 50 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 5,500 RPM

Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 9.0 Ft Lbs Torque

Part #MDT-7001

Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces

No Load Test: 58 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 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, GGA-6009A

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 40 Amperes

Generator Field Ground Location: External

Brush Spring Tension: 34-41 Ounces

Field Current: 1.1 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 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Generator #GJM-8201A

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 35 Amperes

Generator Field Ground Location: External

Brush Spring Tension: 34-41 Ounces

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: 35 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Generator #GJM-8302A

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 35 Amperes

Generator Field Ground Location: External

Brush Spring Tension: 34-41 Ounces

Field Current: 1.6 to 1.7 Amperes

Regulator # VBO-4202B

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 13.1 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .032"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.6 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Generator #GHM-8001B

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes

Generator Field Ground Location: External

Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces

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 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"

Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications:

All Series:

Carrier Type: Removable

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Threaded Adjuster

Adjustment: Will be adjusted properly when ring gear & pinion backlash is adjusted correctly.

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Washer

Adjustment: .006"-.008"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Adjust by turning pinion flange nut with torque wrench.

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter: 11"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1-1/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Models:

Manual Steering:

Caster: - 3/4 Degrees

Camber:

Left Side: +3/8 Degree

Right Side: +1/8 Degrees

Toe In: 1/8"

Toe Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18-3/4 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20

Power Steering:

Caster: + 3/4 Degrees

Camber:

Left Side: +3/8 Degree

Right Side: +1/8 Degrees

Toe In: 1/8"

Toe Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18-3/4 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20

Carburetor Specifications:

See Database for 1960 Chrysler Corporation Carburetor Specifications for information.

Popular Options:

Music Master Radio; Powerflite Automatic Transmission; Torqueflite Automatic Transmission; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Windows; Power Seats; Air Conditioning; Deluxe Dual Station Wagon Air Conditioning; Electric Clock; Windshield Washer; Remote Control Side Mirror; Swivel Seats; Whitewall Tires; Engine Options

1960 Dodge Colors & Codes:

AA-1 Raw Sienna

BB-1 Raven

CC-1 Azure

DD-1 Mediterranean

FF-1 Spray

GG-1 Spruce

HH-1 Cactus*

JJ-1 Frost Turquoise**

KK-1 Teal

LL-1 Cloud

MM-1 Pewter

NN-1 Charcoal

OO-1 Deep Burgundy**

PP-1 Vermillion**

TT-1 Fawn

UU-1 Cocoa

WW-1 Mocha

XX-1 Satin

* Dodge Only

** Dart Only

1960 Dodge Historical Data:

The 1960 Dodge introduction date is not available.

Total 1960 Dodge Production was 365,685.

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Plastic: Dart 2 Door Hardtop