1940 HUDSON

Model Designations:

Hudson Traveler Six, Series 40,T 6 Cylinder

Hudson DeLuxe Six, Series 40P, 6 Cylinder

Hudson Super Six, Series 41, 6 Cylinder

Hudson Eight, Series 44, 8 Cylinder

Hudson DeLuxe Eight, Series 45, 8 Cylinder

Hudson Country Club Six, Series 43, 6 Cylinder

Hudson Country Club Eight, Series 47, 8 Cylinder

Hudson Travler Six, Series 40T, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $670; Shipping Weight: 2,800 Pounds

2 Door Victoria Coupe, 4 Passenger

Base Price: $750; Shipping Weight: 2,830 Pounds

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $735; Shipping Weight: 2,895 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $763; Shipping Weight: 2,940 Pounds

Production figures by model are not available.

Hudson DeLuxe Six, Series 40P, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $745; Shipping Weight: 2,840 Pounds

2 Door Victoria Coupe, 4 Passenger

Base Price: $791; Shipping Weight: 2,865 Pounds

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $930; Shipping Weight: 2,860 Pounds

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $775; Shipping Weight: 2,930 Pounds

2 Door Convertible Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $995; Shipping Weight: 2,920 Pounds

4 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $806; Shipping Weight: 2,965 Pounds

Production figures by model are not available.

Hudson Super Six, Series 41, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $809; Shipping Weight: 2,950 Pounds

2 Door Victoria Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $860; Shipping Weight: 2,980 Pounds

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $1,087; Shipping Weight: 2,980 Pounds

2 Door Convertible Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,030; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $839; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds

4 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $870; Shipping Weight: 3,050 Pounds

Production figures by model are not available.

Hudson Country Club Six, Series 43, 6 Cylinder Body Styles

4 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,018; Shipping Weight: 3,240 Pounds

4 Door Sport Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,044; Shipping Weight: 3,240 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $1,230; Shipping Weight: 3,355 Pounds

Production figures by model are not available.

Hudson Eight, Series 44, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles

2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $860; Shipping Weight: 3,040 Pounds

2 Door Victoria Coupe, 4 Passenger

Base Price: $942; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Pounds

2 Door Convertible Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,122; Shipping Weight: 3,130 Pounds

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $1,087; Shipping Weight: 3,065 Pounds

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $942; Shipping Weight: 3,185 Pounds

4 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $952; Shipping Weight: 3,185 Pounds

Production figures by model are not available.

Hudson DeLuxe Eight, Series 45, 8 Cylinder Body Styles

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $942; Shipping Weight: 3,185 Pounds

4 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $976; Shipping Weight: 3,215 Pounds

Production Figures by model are not available.

Hudson Country Club Eight, Series 47, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,118; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds

4 Door Sport Trunk Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,114; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $1,660; Shipping Weight: 3,400 Pounds

Production Figures by model are not available.

1940 HUDSON

General Specifications

Hudson Traveler Six, Series 40T

Wheelbase: 113 Inches

Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head

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

Engine Displacement: 175.0 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 7.00 to 1;

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 92 @ 4,000 RPM;

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.55:1

Carburetor: Carter 430SV or 461S .

Tire Size: 5.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 32, Rear, 32

Optional Engine

Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head

Bore & Stroke: 3" X 5"

Engine Displacement: 212.1 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1;

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 102 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Hudson DeLuxe Six, Series 40P

Wheelbase: 113 Inches

Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head

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

Engine Displacement: 175.0 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 7.00 to 1;

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 92 @ 4,000 RPM;

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.55:1

Carburetor: Carter 430SV or 461S .

Tire Size: 5.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 30

Optional Engine

Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head

Bore & Stroke: 3" X 5"

Engine Displacement: 212.1 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1;

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 102 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Hudson Business Six, Series 40C

Wheelbase: 113 Inches

Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head

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

Engine Displacement: 175.0 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 7.00 to 1;

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 92 @ 4,000 RPM;

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.55:1

Carburetor: Carter 430SV or 461S .

Tire Size: 5.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 32, Rear, 32

Hudson Super Six, Series 41

Wheelbase: 118 Inches

Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head

Bore & Stroke: 3" X 5"

Engine Displacement: 212.1 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 102 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1

Carburetor: 2 Barrel Carter 454S .

Tire Size: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 30

Hudson Country Club Six, Series 43, 48P, & 48C

Wheelbase: 125 Inches

Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head

Bore & Stroke: 3" X 5"

Engine Displacement: 212.1 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1;

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 102 @ 4,000 RPM;

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1

Carburetor: 2 Barrel Carter 454S .

Tire Size: 6.25 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 30

On 48P & 48C: 5.50 X 16: Pressures, 32 Front & Rear

Hudson Eight, Series 44

Wheelbase: 118 Inches

Engine Type: Inline 8, L-Head

Bore & Stroke: 3" X 4-1/2"

Engine Displacement: 254.5 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1;

Taxable Horsepower: 28.80

Horsepower: 128 @ 4,200 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1

Carburetor: 2 Barrel Carter 455S .

Tire Size: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 30

Hudson DeLuxe 8, Series 45

Wheelbase: 118 Inches

Engine Type: Inline 8, L-Head

Bore & Stroke: 3" X 4-1/2"

Engine Displacement: 254.5 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 650 to 1;

Taxable Horsepower: 28.80

Horsepower: 128 @ 4,200 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1

Carburetor: 2 Barrel Carter 455S .

Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 30

Hudson Country Club Eight, Series 97

Wheelbase: 125 Inches

Engine Type: Inline 8, L-Head

Bore & Stroke: 3" X 4-1/2"

Engine Displacement: 254.5 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.80

Horsepower: 128 @ 4,200 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1

Carburetor: 2 Barrel Carter 455S .

Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 30

Tune Up Specifications, All Series, 6 Cylinder

Spark Plug: Champion J-7 or J-11 or equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .032"

Point Gap: .020"

Distributor Cam Angle: 35 degrees

Ignition Timing: TDC Mark on Flywheel

Firing Order: 153624

Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .006", Exhaust .008"

Cylinder Head Torque: 40 Ft Lbs

Tune Up Specifications, All Series, 8 Cylinder

Spark Plug: Champion J-7 or J-11 or equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .032"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 27-1/2 degrees

Ignition Timing: TDC Mark on Flywheel

Firing Order: 16258374

Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .006", Exhaust .008"

Cylinder Head Torque: 45 Ft Lbs

Carburetor Specifications:

Valve Specifications

6 Cylinder Engine

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .006"; Exhaust .008"

Clearance for Timing: Intake: .010"; Exhaust: .010"

Valve Timing: Intake Opens 10.5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center

Exhaust Closes 18.5 degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,

Valve Spring Pressure: 40 Lbs @ 2 inches (New Springs)

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .0015"-.003"

Exhaust .003"-.005"

8 Cylinder Engine

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .006"; Exhaust .008"

Clearance for Timing: Intake: .010"; Exhaust: .010"

Valve Timing: Intake Opens 10.5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center

Exhaust Closes 18.5 degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,

Valve Spring Pressure: 40 Lbs @ 2 inches (New Springs)

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .0015"-.003"

Exhaust .003"-.005"

Piston & Ring Data, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Piston Removal:

6 Cylinder: Above

8 Cylinder: Above or Below

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land Inch .016"

Top of Skirt, Inch: .001"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness: .0015"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 3 to 4

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .009"

Oil Ring: .009"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"

Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"

Engine Bearing Data, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Camshaft End Play: .001"-.003"

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .002"-.0035

Rod Journal Diameter: 1.935"-1.936"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .003"-.006"

Rod End Play: .007"-.013" inches

Rod Bolt Tension: 40 Lbs. Ft.

Main Bearing Journal Diameter:

6 Cylinder Engines: Front: 2.341"-2.342"; Center: 2.373"-2.374";

Rear: 2.311"-2.312"

8 Cylinder Engines: Front: 2.279"-2.280"; No. 2: 2.311"-2.312";

No. 3: 2.341"-2.342"; No. 4: 2.373"-2.374"

Rear: 2.404"-2.405"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0007" -.001"

Crankshaft End Play: .006"-.012"

Main Bolt Tension: 75 Lbs. Ft.

Capacities, 6 Cylinder

Cooling System: 13 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 16-1/2Gallons; Model 40, 12-1/2 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 4-1/2 Quarts;

Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;

Above +10F 20W;

Above -10F 10W

Manual Transmission: 2-1/4 Pints, With Overdrive: 3 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90EP, Winter 80EP

Rear Axle: 2-3/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90EP, Winter 90EP

Capacities, 8 Cylinder

Cooling System: 18 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 16-1/2Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;

Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;

Above +10F 20W;

Above -10F 10W

Manual Transmission: 2-1/4 Pints , With Overdrive: 3 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90EP, Winter 80EP

Rear Axle: 2-3/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90EP, Winter 90EP

Beginning Engine Numbers:

6 Cylinder, Series 40: 40101

6 Cylinder, Series 41: 40250

6 Cylinder, Series 43: 43370

6 Cylinder, Series 48: 48101

8 Cylinder, Series 44: 44294

8 Cylinder, Series 45: 4551572

8 Cylinder, Series 47: 47167

Beginning Serial Numbers:

Series 40: 40150

Series 41: 41250

Series 43: 43370

Series 48: 48101

Series 44: 44294

Series 45: 4551572

Series 47: 47167

Brake Specifications, 6 Cylinder

Lining Material: Primary Shoe, Molded; Secondary Shoe, Woven

Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:

Length: 22-1/8"

Width: 1-3/4",

Thickness: 3/16"

Pedal Free Play: 1/4"

Brake Specifications, 8 Cylinder

Lining Material: Primary Shoe Molded; Secondary Shoe, Woven

Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:

Length: 24"

Width: 1-3/4",

Thickness: 3/16"

Pedal Free Play: 1/4"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series

Caster: - 1/4 Degrees

Camber: +1/2 Degrees

Toe In; 1/32"

Kingpin Angle: 4-2/5 Degrees

Rear Axle Data

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .001"-.004:

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims

Axle Shaft End Play: .002"-.004"

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:

Distributor #1GW-4203

Cam Angle: 35 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .020"

Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 1,580 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 8" Vacuum

Full Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees @ 11-1/4" Vacuum

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, Series 90:

Distributor #1GW-4125A

Cam Angle: 35 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .020"

Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 1,580 RPM

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder

Distributor #1GP-4008A

Cam Angle: 27-1/2 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 17-1/2 Degrees @ 1,700 RPM

Auto-Lite Generator Specifications:

Generator #GEC-4801A

Brush Spring Tension:

Main: 53 Ounces (Maximum)

Third: 53 Ounces (Maximum)

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current at 6 Volts: 1.60 to 1.78 Amperes

Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 7 Volts @ 1,200 RPM

Maximum Output: 43 Amperes, 8 Volts

Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications:

Regulator Type: Voltage

Regulator Number: VRD-4008B

Ground Polarity: Positive

Voltage to Close Points: 6.4 to 7.0 Volts

Amperage to Open Relay Points: 1.5 to 4.5 Amperes

Maximum Operating Voltage @ 70 Degrees: 7.5 Volts

Regulator Type: Voltage

Regulator Number: VRR-4001A

Ground Polarity: Positive

Voltage to Close Points: 6.4 to 6.6 Volts

Amperage to Open Relay Points: 4 to 6 Amperes

Maximum Operating Voltage @ 70 Degrees: 7.5 Volts

Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications:

Unit #: MZ-4079

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test:

70 Amperes; 5.5 Volts; @ 4,300 RPM

Lock Test:

560 Amperes; 4.0 Volts; Torque 11.8 Ft Lbs

Unit #: MZ-4079A

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test:

70 Amperes; 5.5 Volts; @ 4,300 RPM

Lock Test:

560 Amperes; 4.0 Volts; Torque 11.8 Ft Lbs

Unit #: MAB-4103

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test:

60 Amperes; 5.5 Volts; @ 3,700 RPM

Lock Test:

775 Amperes; 4.0 Volts; Torque 22.5 Ft Lbs

Unit #: MAB-4103A

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test:

60 Amperes; 5.5 Volts; @ 3,700 RPM

Lock Test:

775 Amperes; 4.0 Volts; Torque 22.5 Ft Lbs

Carter Carburetor Specifications,6 Cylinder:

Carburetor Model: W-1

Part # 454S

Casting #298

Repair Kit # 1078

Float Level: 3/8"

Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 3/4 to 1-1/2

Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102

Pump Travel: 12/64" (Medim Stroke)

Anto-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve open .030", there should be .005" to .015" clearance between anti-percolator lip & pump arm.

Unloader Setting: 7/16"

Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"

Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"

Carter Carburetor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:

Carburetor Model: WD0

Part # 455S

Casting 279

Repair Kit # 1079A

Float Level: 3/32"

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

Metering Rod Gauge: T109-113

Pump Travel: 18/64" (Long Stroke).

Anto-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed, indicator lines should be flush with the top of the anti-percolator plugs.

Unloader Setting: 1/4"

Fast Idle Setting: .018"

Choke Lockout Adjustment: None

Carburetor Model: WD0

Part # 461S

Casting 286

Repair Kit # 1080A

Float Level: 3/32"

Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/4 to 1-1/4

Metering Rod Gauge: T109-113

Pump Travel: 18/64" (Long Stroke).

Anto-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed, indicator lines should be flush with the top of the anti-percolator plugs.

Unloader Setting: 1/4"

Fast Idle Setting: .018"

Choke Lockout Adjustment: None

Fuel Pump Data:

Pump Model: AK

Maximum Pressure: 4-1/2 PSI

Pump Model: AF

Maximum Pressure: 3 PSI

Dash Gauge Manufacturers:

Gasoline: King Seeley

Temperature: King Seeley

Oil Pressure: -

Ammeter: -

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1940 Hudson Historical Data

Model Year Introduction was in September 1939.

Total 1940 Hudson Production was 87,900.

Independent Front Suspension Introduced.

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