1940 PLYMOUTH
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Plymouth Roadking, Model P9
Plymouth DeLuxe, Model P10
Plymouth Commercial Car, Model PT105
84 Horsepower 6 Cylinder Engine
Wheelbase: 117 Inches
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/8" X 4-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 201.3 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.70 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 23.44
Horsepower: 84 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 154 Ft Lbs @ 1,200 RPM
Carburetor: Carter DGA1-2 or Carter D6C1-2 OR D6P1
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.1:1 Optional Ratios: 3.73:1, 4.3:1, 4.78:1
Tire Size:
P10, DeLuxe: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
P9, Series: 5.50 X 16 inches; Inflation Pressure: Front 32, Rear 32
Optional Engine: Developed 87 Horsepowr @ 3,600 RPM, Compression Ratio of 7.0:1; Torque, 158 Ft Lbs @ 1,200 RPM. All other data is the same as above.
Cars built for export were equipped with a 170.4 Cubic Inch Engine; 2-7/8" Bore and 4-3/8" Stroke, rated at 70 Horsepower, identified by engine code number of P9X or P10X, Compression Ratio of 6.07:1. All other data is the save as above.
The "Commercial Engine" developed 79 Horsepower @ 3,000 RPM and Torque of 154 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,200 RPM. Compression Ratio of 6.7:1. All other data is the same as above.
P9, Roadking, Series
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body Code: TPC
Base Price: $645; Shipping Weight: 2,801 Pounds; Production Total: 26,745
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 211
Base Price: $ 699; Shipping Weight: 2,866 Pounds: Production Total: 55,092
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 210;
Base Price: $740; Shipping Weight: 2,901 Pounds; Production Total: 20,076
2 Door Utility Sedan, 1 Passenger, Body Code: NA
Base Price: $699; Shipping Weight: 2,769; Production Total: 589
2 Door Panel Delivery, 1 Passenger, Body Code: 755
Base Price: $720; Shipping Weight: NA; Production Total: 2,889
2 Door Club Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body Code: NA; Production Total: 360
(Built for Export Only)
4 Door Station Wagon, 7/8 Passenger, Body Code: NA; Production Total: 80 (Built for Export Only)
Chasis, Body Code: NA; Production Total: 907
DeLuxe, P10 Series
2 Door Club Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Code: ASC
Base Price: $770; Shipping Weight: 2,881 Pounds; Production Total: 32,244
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body Code: TPC
Base Price: $725; Shipping Weight: 2,836 Pounds; Production Total: 22,174
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 201
Base Price: $775; Shipping Weight: 2,921 Pounds; Production Total: 76,781
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 200
Base Price: $805; Shipping Weight: 2,956 Pounds; Production Total: 173,351
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Code: 204
Base Price: $950; Shipping Weight: 3,081; Production Total: 6,986
4 Door Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: NA;
Base Price: $1,005; Shipping Weight: 3,391; Production Total: 1,179
4 Door Limousine Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body Code: NA;
Base Price: $ 1,080; Shipping Weight: NA; Production Total: 68
4 Door Station Wagon, 7/8 Passenger, Body Code: NA
Base Price: $970; Shipping Weight: 3,144 Pounds: Production Total: 3,126
Chasis, Body Code: NA; Production Total: 18
Chasis, 7 Passenger, Body Code: NA; Production Total: 18
PT105, Commercial Series
2 Door Pickup, 2 Passenger Body Code: 4012;
Base Price: $585; Shipping Weight: 2,800 Pounds: Production Total: 6,879
2 Door Cab & Chasis, 2 Passenger, Body Code: NA;
Base Price: $555; Shipping Weight: 2,600 Pounds: Production Total: 174
1940 PLYMOUTH
Tune Up Specifications
Spark Plug Type:
Regular Heads: Champion J-8, J-11, or Equivalent
Aluminum Heads: Champion J-9 (Long Reach), H-10, or Equivalent
Spark Plug: Gap .025;
Point Gap: .020
Distributor Cam Angle: 38 degrees
Ignition Timing: TDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 153624
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .006, Exhaust .008
Cylinder Head Torque: 65-70 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications
All Series, with 84 Horsepower Engine
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .006; Exhaust .008
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .011; Exhaust: .012
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 6 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 8 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 34 Lbs @ 1-3/4 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001-.003;
Exhaust .003-.005
Piston & Ring Data
84 Horsepower Engine
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .021;
Top of Skirt, Inch: .005"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 6 to 9
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007
Oil Ring: .007
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .002-.004
Oil Control Ring: .001-.025
Engine Bearing Data
84 Horsepower Engine
Camshaft End Play: .002-.006
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .001-.003
Rod Journal Diameter: 1.9365-1.9375 Inches
Rod Bearing Clearance: .001-.002 inches
Rod End Play: .006-.011 inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 45-50 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.249"-2.250"
Main Bearing Clearance: .001 -.002 inch
Crankshaft End Play: .003-.007 Inch
Main Bolt Tension: 75-80 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities
All Series, With 84 Horsepower Engine
Cooling System: 14 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 2-3/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers: All Series: P9-1001
Beginning Serial Numbers: P9 Series 1378001, Detroit, Michigan
3114801, Los Angeles, California
9062201, Evansville, Indiana
P10 Series 10883001. Detroit, Michigan
3242501. Los Angeles, California
20063001, Evansville, Indiana
Brake Specifications
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: Length, 18,
Width, 2",
Thickness, 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications
Caster: Zero;
Camber: +3/8;
Toe In; 1/16 inches;
Kingpin Angle: 5-3/8 Degrees
Rear Axle Data
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .006-.010 inch
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims
Axle Shaft End Play: .003-.008 inch
Auto Lite Distributor Specifications
Distributor #1GS-4109-1
Cam Angle: 38 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .25-.28 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,850 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 7-3/8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications
Generator #GDZ-4801A
Brush Spring Tension:
Main Brush: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.60-1.78 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes @ 1,250 RPM w/7.6 Volts
Maximum Output: 35 Amperes; 8 Volts
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications:
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Part #VRP-4001A
Ground Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.4-6.6
Amperage to Open Relay Points: 4.1-4.8 to 3.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 34-36 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage @ 70 Degrees: 7.35 Volts
Starting Motor Specifications
Part #MZ-4062
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 4,300 RPM
Lock Test: 560 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 11.8 Ft Lbs Torque
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: BB
Part #D6A1-2
Casting # Stamped on Webbing of Bowl Cover or Attached Tag
Repair Kit # 1014E
Float Level: 5/64"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/4 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: None
Pump Travel: 24/64" (Medium Stroke)
Carburetor Model: BB
Part #D6C1-2
Casting # Stamped on Webbing of Bowl Cover or Attached Tag
Repair Kit # 1014E
Float Level: 5/64"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/4 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: None
Pump Travel: 24/64" (Medium Stroke)
Carburetor Model: BB
Part #B6P1
Casting # Stamped on Webbing of Bowl Cover or Attached Tag
Repair Kit # N/A
Float Level: 5/64"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: None
Pump Travel: 19/64" (Medium Stroke)
Fuel Pump Data:
Pump Type: AT
Maximum Pressure: 4-1/4 PSI
Dash Gauge Manufacturer:
Gasoline: Auto-Lite
Temperature: Auto-Lite
Oil Pressure: Auto-Lite
Ammeter: Auto-Lite
Popular Options
Pushbutton Radio, All Weather Heater, Electric Clock, Cowl Mount Radio Antenna, Seat Covers, Spot Light for Left or Right Side, Back Up Lamp, Exhaust Extension, Fender Grille Guard, Fender Protectors, Fog Lights, Locking Gas Cap, Grille Guard, Rear Seat Heater, Dual Trumpet Horns, License Plate Frames, Outside Rear View Mirror, DeLuxe Steering Wheel, Bumper Guards, Wheel Discs, Wheel Trim Rings, Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Auxiliary Tail Lamp, Airfoam Seat Cushion & Back, Domelamp, Glove Compartment Lock, 32 Ampere Generator for Low Speed Operation, Governor, Chrome Headlamp Rings, Standard Heater & Defroster, Oil Filter, Grille Guard, Dual Horns, 4 Speed Transmission, Right Hand Windshield Wiper, Electruc Windshield Wiper-both Left Hand and Dual.
1940 Plymouth Historical Data
Total 1940 Plymouth Production was 314,417.
In 1940, Plymouth was awarded the Eastern Safety Conference Award.
Walter P. Chrysler died in August of 1940.
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