1954 HUDSON
Model Designations:
Hudson Jet, Series 1D, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Super Jet, Series 2D, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Jetliner, Series 3D, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Wasp, Series 4D, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Super Wasp, Series 5D, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Hornet Special, Series 6D, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Hornet, Series 7C, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Italia, Custom Series, 6 Cylinder
Hudson Metropolitan, Series E, 4 Cylinder
Hudson Jet, Series 1D, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,858; Shipping Weight: 2,675 Pounds
2 Door Family Club Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,621; Shipping Weight: 2,635 Pounds
2 Door Utility Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,837; Shipping Weight: 2,715 Pounds
Hudson Super Jet, Series 2D, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,954; Shipping Weight: 2,725 Pounds
2 Door Coupe Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,933; Shipping Weight: 2,710 Pounds
Hudson Jetliner, Series 3D, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,057; Shipping Weight: 2,760 Pounds
2 Door Coupe Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,046; Shipping Weight: 2,740 Pounds
Production figures by model are not available.
Hudson Jet, Super Jet & Jetliner Production Total: 14,224.
Hudson Wasp, Series 4D, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,256; Shipping Weight: 3,440 Pounds
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,209; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,256; Shipping Weight: 3,360 Pounds
Hudson Super Wasp, Series 5D, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,466; Shipping Weight: 3,525 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,413; Shipping Weight: 3,490 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,466; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds
2 Door Hollywood Coupe, 6 Pasenger
Base Price; $2,704; Shipping Weight: 3,570 Pounds
2 Door Brougham Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,004; Shipping Weight: 3,680 Pounds
Production figures by model are not available.
Wasp & Super Wasp Production Total: 11,603 of which 2,654 were Hollywood 2 Door Hardtops & 1,263 were Convertibles.
Hudson Hornet, Series 6D, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,619; Shipping Weight: 3,550 Pounds
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passsenger
Base Price: $2,571; Shipping Weight: 3,515 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,619; Shipping Weight: 3,505 Pounds
Hudson Hornet, Series 7D, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,769; Shipping Weight: 3,620 Pounds
2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,742; Shipping Weight: 3,570 Pounds
2 Door Hollywood Coupe, 6 Pasenger
Base Price; $2,988; Shipping Weight: 3,655 Pounds
2 Door Brougham Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,288; Shipping Weight: 3,800 Pounds
Production figures by model are not available.
Hornet Production Total: 24,833.
Hudson Italia:
2 Door GT Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, 6 Cylinder
Base Price: $4,800; Shipping Weight: 2,710 Pounds; Production Total: 27
Hudson Metropolitan:
No Information Available.
1954 HUDSON
General Specifications
Hudson Jet, Series 1D& Super Jet, Series 2D, & Jetliner, Series 3D
Wheelbase: 105"
Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3" X 4-3/4"
Engine Displacement: 202.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 21.60
Horsepower: 104 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 158 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Available Rear Axle Ratios: 4.55:1, 4.10:1, 4.09:1, 4.27:1, 3.54:1, 3.31:1. & 3.07:1
Tire Size:
Jet: 5.90 x 15 inches
Super Jet & Jetliner: 6.40 x 15 inches
Hudson Wasp, Series 4D:
Wheelbase
Wasp: 120":
Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 3/7/8"
Engine Displacement: 232.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.00 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.46
Horsepower: 126 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 178 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Available Rear Axle Ratios: 4.55:1, 4.10:1, 4.09:1, 4.27:1, 3.54:1, 3.31:1. & 3.07:1
Tire Size: 7.10 x 15 inches
Hudson Super Wasp, Series 5D:
Wheelbase
Wasp: 120":
Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 4-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 262.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.00 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.46
Horsepower: 140 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 214 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Available Rear Axle Ratios: 4.55:1, 4.10:1, 4.09:1, 4.27:1, 3.54:1, 3.31:1. & 3.07:1
Tire Size: 7.10 x 15 inches
Hudson Hornet Special, Series 6D & Hornet Six, Series 7D :
Wheelbase: 124"
Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-13/16" X 4-1/2"
Engine Displacement: 308.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 34.88
Horsepower: 160 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 264 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.55:1, 4.10:1, 4.09:1, 4.27:1, 3.54:1, 3.31:1. & 3.07:1
Tire Size: 7.10 x 15 inches (Convertibles 7.60 X 15 inches)
Hudson Italia :
Wheelbase: 105"
Engine Type: Inline 6, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3.00" X 4.75"
Engine Displacement: 201.5 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 21.60
Horsepower: 114 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Normal Oil Pressure: Not Available
No further data is available on the Hudson Italia
Hudson Metropolitan:
No further information is available on the Hudson Metropolitan
Tune Up Specifications, Hudson Jet, Super Jet, & Jetliner:
Spark Plug Type: Champion H-10 or Equivalent
Spark Plug: Gap .032"
Point Gap: .020"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: Line on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 75-80 Ft Lbs.
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 100 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, Wasp & Super Wasp:
Spark Plug Type: Champion H-10 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: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 75-80 Ft Lbs.
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 100 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, Hornet:
Spark Plug Type: Champion H-11 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: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 75-80 Ft Lbs.
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 100 PSI
Valve Specifications
Hudson Jet & Super Jet: 6 Cylinder Engine
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake: .010", Exhaust: .012"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .010"
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 26.8 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 45.7 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure: 40 Lbs @ 2 inches
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Hudson Wasp & Hornet: 6 Cylinder Engine
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake: .008", Exhaust: .010"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .008"
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 33.7 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 28.4 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure: 77 Lbs @ 2-3/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .0015"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Piston & Ring Data, Hornets & Wasps, 6 Cylinder
Piston Removal: Above
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 3 to 4
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .006"
Oil Ring: .006"
Clearance in Ring Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9684"-.9687"
Piston & Ring Data, Hudson Jets, 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: .004"
Oil Ring: .004"
Clearance in Ring Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9684"-.9687"
Engine Bearing Data, Hudson Wasp & Hornet, 6 Cylinder
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.1244"-2.1254"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Rod End Play: .007"-.013"
Rod Bolt Tension: 40-45 Lbs. Ft Lbs.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4998"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0015"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.009"
Main Bolt Tension: 70-80 Lbs. Ft. Lbs
Engine Bearing Data, Hudson Jet, 6 Cylinder
Rod Journal Diameter: 1.937"- 1.938"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .002"
Rod End Play: .007"-.013"
Rod Bolt Tension: 40-45 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4998"
Main Bearing Clearance: .005"-.0015"
Crankshaft End Play: .036"-.009"
Main Bolt Tension: 70-80 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, All Models Except Jet:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 18-1/2 Quarts
With Heater: 19-1/2 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;
Manual Transmission: 2 Pints , With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
Capacities, Hudson Jet:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 15 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts;
Manual Transmission: 1-1/2 Pints , With Overdrive: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints
Filters:
Oil Filter: AC P203 or Equivalent
Air Filter: AC A130C or Equivalent
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1AT-4009A
Rotation: Clockwise
Cam Angle: 39 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .21-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 670 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 14" Vacuum
Full Advance: 3.7 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1AT-4009
Rotation: Clockwise
Cam Angle: 39 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .21-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 330 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 10" Vacuum
Full Advance: 5 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1AT-4016
Rotation: Clockwise
Cam Angle: 39 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .21-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 350 RPM
Full Advance: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 5-3/4" Vacuum
Full Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees @ 9-1/2" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications:
Generator #GGW-4801B
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Generator Output: 45 Amperes @ 2,125 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces (Maximum)
Field Current at 5 or 10 Volts: 1.4 to 1.5 Amperes
Regulator #VBE-6104A
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: 45 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .048"
Ground Polarity: Positive
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications:
Generator #GGW-4802A
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Generator Output: 45 Amperes @ 2,125 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces (Maximum)
Field Current at 5 or 10 Volts: 1.4 to 1.5 Amperes
Regulator #VBE-6104A
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: 45 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .048"
Ground Polarity: Positive
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications:
Unit #: MZ-4167 (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
Unit #: MCH-6109
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test:
65 Amperes; 5.0 Volts; @ 4,300 RPM
Torque Test:
335 Amperes; 2.0 Volts; Torque 6.0 Ft Lbs
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WA-1
Part # 2009SA
Float Level: 7/16"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1/2 to 1-1/2
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 16
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-241
Anti-Percolator Adjustment: .030"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Unloader Setting: 9/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Model: WA-1
Part # 2013S
Float Level: 1/4"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 3/4 to 1-3/4
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 16
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Anti-Percolator Adjustment: .016"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Unloader Setting: 9/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Carburetor Model: WA-1
Part # 2113S
Float Level: 1/4"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 1-1/4 to 2-1/4
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 16
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Anti-Percolator Adjustment: .016"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Unloader Setting: 9/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Carburetor Model: WA-1
Part # 2114S
Float Level: 1/2"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 3/4 to 1-3/4
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 16
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Anti-Percolator Adjustment: .020"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Unloader Setting: 9/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WGD
Part # 2115S
Float Level: 3/16"
Idle Screw Setting, Turns Open: 3/4 to 1-3/4
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 43 or 1/2"
Fast Idle Setting: .026"
Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Fuel Pump Data:
Maximum Pressure: 4 - 5 PSI
Brake Specifications, Hudson Jet:
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:
Length: 17-1/2"
Width:
Front: 2"
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"
Brake Specifications, Hudson Wasp, Model 4D:
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:
Length:
Front: 21"
Rear: 21"
Width:
Front: 1-3/4"
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, Hudson Super Wasp, Model 5D & Hornet, Models 6D & 7D:
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches:
Length:
Front: 21"
Rear: 21"
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, Hudson Jets:
Caster: 0 Degrees
Camber: +3/4 Degree
Toe In; 0 to 1/16"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 25 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 30 Degrees
Kingpin Angle: 4 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series Except Jets:
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
Beginning Engine Numbers:
6 Cylinder, Series 1D: 1D-269060
6 Cylinder, Series 2D: 2D-269060
6 Cylinder, Series 3D: 3D-269060
6 Cylinder, Series 4D: 4D-269060
6 Cylinder, Series 5D: 5D-269060
6 Cylinder, Series 6D: 6D-269060
6 Cylinder, Series 7D: 7D-269060
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Series 1D: 1D-269060
Series 2D: 2D-269060
Series 3D: 3D-269060
Series 4D: 4D-269060
Series 5D: 5D-269060
Series 6D: 6D-269060
Series 7D: 7D-269060
Popular Options
Two Door Rear Seat Armrest on Wasp, Power Brakes (all models except Jets), Electric Clock in Jets & Wasps, Turn Signals, Exhaust Deflctors, Large Hub Caps for Wasp, Cigarette Lighter in Jets, Back-Up Lights, Glare Proof Rear View Mirror, Outside Rear View Mirror, Plastic Convertible Rear Window, Eight Tube Push Button Radio, Six Tube Manual Radio (Jets), Foam Seat Cushions (Jets, Super Jets & Wasps), Extra Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers, Tinted Glass, Heavy Duty Springs, Power Steering (Except Jets), Custom Steering Wheel (Jet & Wasp), Wheel Trim Rings (Jet & Wasp), Orion Convertible Top, Window & Vent Wing Shades, except Hollywood & Convertible, Outside Visor with Traffic Light Viewer (Wasps & Hornets), Weather Control Heater with Remote Control, Fender Skirts (Jet & Super Jet), Custom Wheel Discs (Jet, Super Jet, Base Wasp, & Hornet), Wheels Painted Body Color, Two Tone Paint, Windshield Washer, Power Windows in Super Wasp Convertible, Wire Wheels (Except Jet), Heavy Duty Battery, Heavy Duty Clutch, Twin-H Power, Twin Oil Bath Air Cleaners for Twin-H Power, Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Aluminum Cylinder Head (Except Italia & Hornet), Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission, Overdrive, Oil Filter, Fuel/Vacuum Pump Combination & Continental Tire Extension (Dealer Installed).
1954 Hudson Historical Data
1954 Hudson Model Year Introduction was on October 2, 1953.
Total 1954 Hudson Production was 51,314,
On May 1, 1954 Hudson Motor Car Company merged with Nash/Kelvinator Corporation to form American Motors Corporation.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Metal: 4 Door Sedan
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