1950 HUDSON
Model Designations:
Hudson Pacemaker, Series 500, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Pacemaker DeLuxe, Series 50A, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Super Six, Series 501, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Super Eight, Series 503, 8 Cylinder
Hudson Custom Commodore Six, Series 502, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Custom Commodore Eight, Series 504, 8 Cylinder
Hudson Pacemaker, Series 500, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,933; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Pounds
2 Door Brougham, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,912; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,933; Shipping Weight: 3,460 Pounds
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $1,807; Shipping Weight: 3,445 Pounds
2 Door Brougham Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,428; Shipping Weight: 3,655 Pounds
Production figures by model are not available.
Pacemaker Production Total: 39,455 of which 500 were Convertibles.
Hudson Pacemaker DeLuxe, Series 50A, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,959; Shipping Weight: 3,520 Pounds
2 Door Brougham, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,928; Shipping Weight: 3,485 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,959; Shipping Weight: 3,470 Pounds
2 Door Brougham Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,444; Shipping Weight: 3,665 Pounds
Production figures by model are not available.
Pacemaker Production Total: 22,297 of which 660 were Convertibles.
Hudson Super Six, Series 501, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,105; Shipping Weight: 3,590 Pounds
2 Door Brougham, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,068; Shipping Weight: 3,565 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,102; Shipping Weight: 3,555 Pounds
2 Door Brougham Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,629; Shipping Weight: 3,750 Pounds
Production figures by model are not available.
Super Six Production Total: 17,246 of which 464 were Convertibles.
Hudson Super Eight, Series 503, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,189; Shipping Weight: 3,605 Pounds
2 Door Brougham, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,152; Shipping Weight: 3,575 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,186; Shipping Weight: 3,560 Pounds
Production figures by model are not available.
Super Eight Production Total: 1,074
Hudson Custom Commodore Six, Series 502, 6 Cylinder Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,282; Shipping Weight: 3,655 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,257; Shipping Weight: 3,640 Pounds
2 Door Brougham Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,809; Shipping Weight: 3,840 Pound
Production figures by model are not available.
Commodore Six Production Total: 24,605 of which 700 were Convertibles.
Hudson Custom Commodore Eight, Series 504, 8 Cylinder Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,366; Shipping Weight: 3,675 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,341; Shipping Weight: 3,575 Pounds
2 Door Brougham Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,893; Shipping Weight: 3,865 Pound
Production figures by model are not available.
Commodore Eight Production Total: 16,732, including 426 Convertibles
1950 HUDSON
General Specifications
Hudson Pacemaker & Pacemaker DeLuxe, Series 500 & 50A:
Wheelbase: 119"
Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 3-7/8"
Engine Displacement: 232.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.70 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.40
Horsepower: 112 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Rear Axle Ratio: Standard: 4.10:1;
Super Matic: 4.55:1
Optional: 3.82:1
Carburetor: 1 Barrel Carter WA-1, Model #749S .
Tire Size: 7.10 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 24
Hudson Super Six, Series 501 & Commodore Six, Series 503
Wheelbase: 124"
Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 4-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 262.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.40
Horsepower: 123 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 200 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Rear Axle Ratio: Standard: 4.10:1;
Super Matic: 4.55:1
Optional: 3.82:1
Carburetor: Carter WGD, Model #776S .
Tire Size: 7.10 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 24
Hudson Super Eight, Series 502 & Commodore Eight, Series 504
Wheelbase: 124 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: 198 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 4 to 12 PSI
Rear Axle Ratio: Standard: 4.10:1;
Super Matic: 4.55:1
Optional: 3.82:1
Carburetor: Carter Model WGD, 733S .
Tire Size: 7.10 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 24
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models:
Spark Plug Type: Champion H-8 or Equivalent
Spark Plug: Gap .032"
Point Gap: .020"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: UDC Mark 1-6 on Flywheel
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Semi-Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 70 Ft Lbs.
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 110 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder Models:
Spark Plug Type: Champion H-8 or Equivalent
Spark Plug: Gap .032"
Point Gap: .017"
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Ignition Timing: UDC Mark 1-8 on Flywheel
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Semi-Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 45 Ft Lbs.
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 110 PSI
Valve Specifications
6 Cylinder Engine
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake: .010", Exhaust: .010"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .010"; Exhaust: .010"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 7.5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 7.5 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 77 Lbs @ 2-3/16 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .0015"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
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 18.7 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 Cylinder
Piston Removal: Above
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 3 to 4
Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .006"
Oil Ring: .006"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9684"-.9687"
Piston & Ring Data, 8 Cylinder
Piston Removal: Above or Below
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 3 to 4
Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .004"
Oil Ring: .004"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .7497"-.750"
Engine Bearing Data, 6 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: .003"-.005"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.002
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.1244"-2.1254"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Rod End Play: .007"-.013"
Rod Bolt Tension: 45 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4998"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0015"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.009"
Main Bolt Tension: 75 Lbs. Ft.
Engine Bearing Data, 8 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: Controlled by Spring Loaded Thrust Button
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.002
Rod Journal Diameter: 1.935"- 1.936"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0003"-.0006"
Rod End Play: .007"-.013"
Rod Bolt Tension: 45 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter:
Front: 2.279" - 2.280"; #2: 2.311"-2.312"; #3: 2.341"-2.342";
#4: 2.373"-2.374"; Rear: 2.404"-2.405"
Main Bearing Clearance: .001"
Crankshaft End Play: .006"-.012"
Main Bolt Tension: 75 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System:
Series 500 & 50A:
Without Heater: 18 Quarts
With Heater: 19 Quarts
Series 501 & 502:
Without Heater: 19 Quarts
With Heater: 20 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;
Manual Transmission: 2 Pints, With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
Capacities, 8 Cylinder
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 17 Quarts
With Heater: 18 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;
Manual Transmission: 2 Pints , With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
Filters, All Series:
Oil Filter: AC P203 or Equivalent
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, Pacemaker 6 Cylinder:
Distributor #1AT-4002
Rotation: Clockwise
Cam Angle: 39 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 10" Vacuum
Full Advance: 5 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, Except Pacemaker, 6 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GS-4213A-1
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 @ 675 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 14" Vacuum
Full Advance: 4-1/2 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GT-4204B-1
Rotation: Clockwise
Cam Angle: 27 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 330 RPM
Full Advance: 17-1/2 Degrees @ 1,700 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 14" Vacuum
Full Advance: 4 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications:
Generator #GDS-4801A
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Generator Output: 33 Amperes
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces (Maximum)
Field Current at 5 or 10 Volts: 1.3 to 1.5 Amperes
Regulator #VRR-4001A
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts
Reverse Current to Open Points: 4 to 6 Amperes
Armature Air Gap: .031"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.5 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: None
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .048"
Ground Polarity: Positive
Generator #GDZ-6001B
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Generator Output: 35 Amperes @ 2,000 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces
Field Current at 5 or 10 Volts: 1.3 to 1.5 Amperes
Regulator #VRP-6002A
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts
Reverse Current to Open Points: 4 to 6 Amperes
Armature Air Gap: .031"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .048"
Ground Polarity: Positive
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications:
Unit #: MCL-6006
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test:
65 Amperes; 5.0 Volts; @ 4,900 RPM
Torque Test:
410 Amperes; 2.0 Volts; Torque 8.0 Ft Lbs
Unit #: MZ-4159 (6 Cylinder)
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test:
68 Amperes; 5.0 Volts; @ 4,000 RPM
Torque Test:
280 Amperes; 2.0 Volts; Torque 4.4 Ft Lbs
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 6 Cylinder (Pacemaker):
Carburetor Model: WA-1
Part # 749S
Float Level: 1/2"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/2 to 1-1/2
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 16
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Anti-Percolator Adjustment: .020"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Unloader Setting: 7/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 6 Cylinder (Super & Commodore):
Carburetor Model: WGD
Part # 776S
Float Level: 3/16"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/2 to 1
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 46 or 1/2"
Fast Idle Setting: .026"
Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 8 Cylinder (Super & Commodore):
Carburetor Model: WGD
Part # 773S
Float Level: 3/16"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/2 to 1
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 46 or 1/2"
Fast Idle Setting: .026"
Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Fuel Pump Data:
Pump Model: AJ
Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI
Pump Model: Carter
Maximum Pressure: 4-1/2 PSI
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: King Seeley
Temperature: King Seeley
Oil Pressure: -
Ammeter: -
Brake Specifications, Pacemaker:
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:
Length: 20-1/8"
Width:
Front & Rear: 1-3/4"
Thickness: 11/64"
Brake Shoe Clearance: .010"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/16"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Brake Specifications, 6& 8 Cylinder, Except Pacemaker:
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:
Length:
Front: 21-1/3"
Rear: 20-1/8"
Width:
Front: 2-1/4"
Rear: 1-3/4"
Thickness: 11/64"
Brake Shoe Clearance: .010"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series
Caster: +1 Degree
Camber: +1 Degree
Toe In; 0 to 1/16"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 25 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 30 Degrees
Kingpin Angle: 3-3/5 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"
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: King Seeley
Temperature: King Seeley
Oil Pressure: -
Ammeter: -
Beginning Engine Numbers:
6 Cylinder, Series 500: 500101
6 Cylinder, Series 501: 501101
6 Cylinder, Series 502: 502101
8 Cylinder, Series 503: 503101
8 Cylinder, Series 504: 504101
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Series 500: 500101
Series 501: 501101
Series 502: 502101
Series 503: 503101
Series 504: 504101
Popular Options
Front Fender Ornament (Supers), Red or Cream Wheel Covers, Front Bumper Guard (Supers), Convertible Rear Window Glass, Weather Control Heater, Radio, Foam Rubber Seat Cushions (Pacemaker & Super), Fender Skirts (Pacemaker), Turn Signals, Commodore Steering Wheel on Supers, Wheel Trim Rings, Power Windows (Super 6 Convertibles), Large Hub Caps, Mechanical or Electric Clock on Pacemakers, Electric Clock on Supers, Leather Trim, White Wall Tires, Aluminum Cylinder Head (6 & 8Cylinder), Drive-Master Semi-Automatic Transmission, Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Overdrive, Vacuum Booster Pump.
1950 Hudson Historical Data
1950 Hudson Model Year Introduction was in November 18, 1949.
Total 1950 Hudson Production was 121,408.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Metal: 4 Door Sedan
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