1961 DODGE
Model Designations:
Dodge Dart Seneca, Series RD-3, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart Seneca, Series RD-4, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart Pioneer, Series RD-3, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart Pioneer, Series RD-4, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart Phoenix, Series RD-3, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart Phoenix, Series RD-4, 8 Cylinder
Lancer, Series 170, 6 Cylinder
Lancer, Series 770, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Polara, Series RD1, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart Seneca, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L41
Base Price: $ 2,330; Shipping Weight: 3,335 Pounds;
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L21
Base Price: $ 2,278; Shipping Weight: 3,290 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #L45
Base Price: $ 2,695; Shipping Weight: 3,740 Pounds;
Dodge Dart Seneca, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L41
Base Price: $ 2,449; Shipping Weight: 3,515 Pounds;
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L21
Base Price: $ 2,397; Shipping Weight: 3,470 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #L45
Base Price: $ 2,815; Shipping Weight: 3,920 Pounds;
Total Dart Seneca Production: 66,100
Dodge Dart Pioneer, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #M41
Base Price: $ 2,459; Shipping Weight: 3,335 Pounds;
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #M21
Base Price: $ 2,410; Shipping Weight: 3,290 Pounds;
2 Door Club Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #M23
Base Price: $ 2,488; Shipping Weight: 3,335 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #M45A
Base Price: $ 2,787; Shipping Weight: 3,740 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #M45B
Base Price: $ 2,892; Shipping Weight: 3,825 Pounds;
Dodge Dart Pioneer, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #M41
Base Price: $ 2,578; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Pounds;
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #M21
Base Price: $ 2,530; Shipping Weight: 3,460 Pounds;
2 Door Club Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #M23
Base Price: $ 2,607; Shipping Weight: 3,500 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #M45A
Base Price: $ 2,906; Shipping Weight: 3,940 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #M45B
Base Price: $ 3,011; Shipping Weight: 4,005 Pounds;
Total Dart Pioneer Production: 38,600
Dodge Dart Phoenix, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #H41
Base Price: $ 2,595; Shipping Weight: 3,350 Pounds;
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #H43
Base Price: $ 2,677; Shipping Weight: 3,385 Pounds;
2 Door Club Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #H23
Base Price: $ 2,618; Shipping Weight: 3,325 Pounds;
Dodge Dart Phoenix, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #H41
Base Price: $ 2,715; Shipping Weight: 3,535 Pounds;
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #H43
Base Price: $ 2,796; Shipping Weight: 3,555 Pounds;
2 Door Club Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #H23
Base Price: $ 2,737; Shipping Weight: 3,520 Pounds;
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #H27
Base Price: $ 2,988; Shipping Weight: 3,580 Pounds;
Total Dart Phoenix Production: 37,300
Dodge Polara, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L41
Base Price: $ 2,966; Shipping Weight: 3,700 Pounds;
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #L43
Base Price: $3,110; Shipping Weight: 3,740 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #L43
Base Price: $3,032; Shipping Weight: 3,690 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #L27
Base Price: $3,252; Shipping Weight: 3,765 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #L46A
Base Price: $3,294; Shipping Weight: 4,115 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #L46B
Base Price: $3,409; Shipping Weight: 4,125 Pounds
Total Dodge Polara Production: 14,032
Dodge Lancer 170, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L41
Base Price: $ 2,069; Shipping Weight: 2,595 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #L21
Base Price: $ 2,007; Shipping Weight: 2,585 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #L45
Base Price: $2,382; Shipping Weight: 2,760 Pounds;
Dodge Lancer 770, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #H41
Base Price: $ 2,154; Shipping Weight: 2,605 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #H23
Base Price: $ 2,181; Shipping Weight: 2,595 Pounds;
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #H31
Base Price: $ 2,092; Shipping Weight: 2,643 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #H45
Base Price: $2,466; Shipping Weight: 2,775 Pounds;
Total Lancer Production: 74,773
Wheelbase:
Lancer: 106.5"
Dart Models:
Passenger Cars: 118"
Station Wagons: 122"
Dodge Polara:
All Models: 122"
Tire Sizes:
Lancer: 6.50 X 13"
Dart:
Passenger Cars: 7.00 X 14"
Station Wagons: 8.00 X 14"
Dodge Polara:
All Models: 8.00 X 14"
Engine Availability by Model:
Engine Model
101 HP, 170 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on Lancer
148 HP. 170 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Optional on Lancer
145 HP, 225 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on Dart 6. Optional on Lancer
196 HP. 225 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Optional on Lancer & Dart
230 HP, 318 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Dart V-8
260 HP, 318 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Dart V-8
265 HP, 361 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Polara
305 HP, 361 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Dart V-8 (D-500)
325 HP, 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Polara (D-500) & Dart V-8
350 HP, 413 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Dart
375 HP, 413 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Dart
1961 DODGE
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine, 170 Cu. Inch, 101 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.400" X 3.13"
Engine Displacement: 170 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 101 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 155 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
6 Cylinder Engine, 170 Cu. Inch, 148 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.400" X 3.13"
Engine Displacement: 170 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 148 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 153 Ft. Lbs @ 4,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
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: 8.20:1
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
6 Cylinder Engine, 225 Cu. Inch, 196 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: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 196 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 212 Ft Lbs @ 4,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 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, 260 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: 260 @ 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, 265 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 265 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 380 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 Cu. Inch, 305 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: 305 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 395 Ft Lbs @ 3,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
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 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 425 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
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch, 350 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.19" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 350 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch, 375 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.19" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 375 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
1961 DODGE
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 170 & 225 Cu. Inch Engines with One Barrel Carburetor;
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AG-52
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .020"
Cam Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 170 & 225 Cu. Inch Engines with Four Barrel Carburetor;
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite AG-32
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Point Gap: .020"
Cam Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 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: 500 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 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: 4 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch, with 2 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: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch, with 4 Barrel Carburetor;
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: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-32
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 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: 4 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Auto-Lite A-32
Spark Plug: Gap .035;
Point Gap: .017
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 200 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 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 Cu. In. Engines, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
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: 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, 383 Cu. In. Ram 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: 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, 413 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash, Cold:
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"
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"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"
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: 2.7495"-2.7505"
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.
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder 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:
Lancer 6 Cylinder Models:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 13 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
Dart 6 Cylinder Models:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 12 Quarts
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 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: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints
Dart 8 Cylinder:
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: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 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: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 4-1/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 11-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:, 170 Cu. Inch Engines
Distributor #1889750
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 @ 1,295 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:, 225 Cu. Inch Engines
Distributor #2095270
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 36-42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2095647
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 430 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #1838505
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 350 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, Dart Power Pack Engine:
Distributor #1889710
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 300 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch Engine:
Distributor #1BP-4005E
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 @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,050 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, 383 Cu. Inch Engine:
Distributor #1BS-4006F
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 @ 350 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, with Ram Manifold:
Distributor #1BS-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: 6" to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. Inch Engine:
Distributor Information for 413 Cubic Inch Engines is not available for the 1961 model year.
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 #MDT-7009
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 #1889200
Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces
No Load Test: 78 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Alternerator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternerator #2095060
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 35 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2095425
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 40 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2095100
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 40 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications:
Lancer:
Carrier Type: Integral
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: .004"-.007"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning pinion flange nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 0-13 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
All Series Except Lancer:
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 Except Lancer:
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
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Lancer:
Manual Steering:
Caster: - 1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-2/3 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Power Steering:
Caster: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-2/3 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Carburetor Specifications:
See Database for 1961 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; Tinted Glass; Remote Control Side Mirror; Whitewall Tires; Engine Options
1961 Dodge Colors & Codes:
Code Color Availability
AA-1 Bamboo Dodge & Dart
BB-1 Midnight Dodge, Dart & Lancer
CC-1 Glacier Blue Dodge, Dart & Lancer
DD-1 Marlin Blue Dodge, Dart & Lancer
FF-1 Spring Green Dodge, Dart & Lancer
GG-1 Frosted Mint Dodge, Dart & Lancer
HH-1 Cactur Dodge & Dart
JJ-1 Turquoise Dodge & Dart
KK-1 Nassau Green Dodge & Dart
LL-1 Silver Gray Dodge, Dart & Lancer
PP-1 Vermilion Dodge, Dart & Lancer
SS-1 Rose Mist Dodge & Dart
UU-1 Aztec Gold Dodge & Dart
WW-1 Snow Dodge, Dart & Lancer
YY-1 Buckskin Dodge & Dart
ZZ-1 Roman Bronze Dodge & Dart
1961 Dodge Historical Data:
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The 1961 Dodge introduction date is not available.
Total 1961 Dodge Production was 196,065.
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Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Dart 2 Door Hardtop; Phoenix 2 Door Hardtop; Dodge Police Car
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