1936 PONTIAC

Model Designations:

Pontiac Master, Series 6BB, 6 Cylinder

Pontiac DeLuxe, Silver Streak, Series 6BA, 6 Cylinder

Pontiac DeLuxe, Silver Streak, Series 8BA, 8 Cylinder

Pontiac Master, Series 6BB, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

2 Door Coupe, 2 Passenger,

Base Price: $615; Shipping Weight: 3,085 Pounds

2 Door Sport Coupe, 2/4 Passenger

Base Price: $675; Shipping Weight: 3,120 Pounds

2 Door Cabriolet, 2/4 Passenger

Base Price: $760; Shipping Weight: 3,125 Pounds

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $700; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Pounds

2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $675; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Pounds

4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $745; Shipping Weight: 3,245 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $720; Shipping Weight: 3,235

Total Series Production: 93,475

Individual Body Style Production Not Available

Pontiac DeLuxe, Series 6BA, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

2 Door Coupe, 2 Passenger,

Base Price: $665; Shipping Weight: 3,130 Pounds

2 Door Sport Coupe, 2/4 Passenger,

Base Price: $720; Shipping Weight: 3,165 Pounds

2 Door Cabriolet, 2/4 Passenger,

Base Price: $810; Shipping Weight: 3,200 Pounds

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $745; Shipping Weight: 3,270 Pounds

2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $720; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Pounds

4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $795; Shipping Weight: 3,300 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $770; Shipping Weight: 3,300 Pounds

Total Series Production: 44,040

Individual Body Style Production Not Available

General Specifications

Pontiac, Series 6BB & 6BA, 6 Cylinder

Wheelbase: 112 Inches

Bore & Stroke: 3-3/8" X 3-7/8"

Engine Displacement: 208.0 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 6.20 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 27.40

Horsepower: 80 @ 3,600 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.55:1 (Standard); 4.85:1 (Mountains); 4.11:1 (Plains)

Carburetor: Carter 1V Model 322S .

Tire Size: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 25, Rear, 30

Capacities, 6 Cylinder Models

Cooling System: 16 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 15 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts;

Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;

Above +10F 20W;

Above -10F 10W

Manual Transmission: 1-3/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 80EP, Winter 80EP

Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90EP, Winter 90EP

Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models

Spark Plug Type: Champion J-8, J-11 or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .025"

Point Gap: .020"

Distributor Cam Angle: 35 degrees

Ignition Timing: "IGN" Mark on Flywheel

Firing Order: 153624

Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .010", Exhaust .010"

Cylinder Head Torque: 60 Ft Lbs

Engine Bearing Data, 6 Cylinder Models

Camshaft End Play: .002"-.005"

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"

Rod Journal Diameter: 1.9975"-1.9985"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod End Play: .007"-.012" inches

Rod Bolt Tension: 45-50 Lbs. Ft.

Main Bearing Journal Diameter:

#1: 2.2455"-2.2465"; #2: 2.2767"-2.2777";

#3: 2.308"-2.309"; #4: 2.3705"-2.3715";

Main Bearing Clearance: .001" -.003"

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.008"

Main Bolt Tension: 80-90 Lbs. Ft.

Pontiac DeLuxe, Series 8BA, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles

2 Door Coupe, 2 Passenger,

Base Price: $730; Shipping Weight: 3,250 Pounds

2 Door Sport Coupe, 2/4 Passenger,

Base Price: $785; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds

2 Door Cabriolet, 2/4 Passenger,

Base Price: $855; Shipping Weight: 3,335 Pounds

2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $795; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Pounds

2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $770; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Pounds

4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $840; Shipping Weight: 3,420 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $815; Shipping Weight: 3,415 Pounds

Total Series Production: 38,755

Individual Body Style Production Not Available

General Specifications

Pontiac, Series 8BA, 8 Cylinder

Wheelbase: 116-5/8 Inches

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

Engine Displacement: 232.8 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 6.20 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.80

Horsepower: 87 @ 3,800 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.55:1 (Standard); 4.85:1 (Mountain); 4.11:1 (Plains)

Carburetor: Carter 1V Model 322S

Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 25, Rear, 30

Capacities, 8 Cylinder Models

Cooling System: 19 Quarts

Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;

Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;

Above +10F 20W;

Above -10F 10W

Manual Transmission: 1-3/4 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 80EP, Winter 80EP

Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints

Grade of Oil: Summer 90EP, Winter 90EP

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder Models

Spark Plug Type: Champion J-8, J-11 or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .025"

Point Gap: .015"

Distributor Cam Angle: 31 degrees

Ignition Timing: "IGN" Mark on Flywheel

Firing Order: 16258374

Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .010", Exhaust .010"

Cylinder Head Torque: 60 Ft Lbs

Engine Bearing Data, 8 Cylinder Models

Camshaft End Play: .002"-.005"

Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"

Rod Journal Diameter: 1.9975"-1.9985"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Rod End Play: .007"-.012" inches

Rod Bolt Tension: 45-50 Lbs. Ft.

Main Bearing Journal Diameter:

#1: 2.2455"-2.2465"; #2: 2.2767"-2.2777";

#3: 2.308"-2.309"; #4: 2.3393"-2.403";

#5: 2.3705:-2.3715"

Main Bearing Clearance: .001" -.003"

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.008"

Main Bolt Tension: 80-90 Lbs. Ft.

Valve Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models

Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .010"; Exhaust .010"

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

Valve Timing: Intake Opens 5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center

Exhaust Closes 5 degrees After Top Dead Center

Valve Seat Angle: Intake 30 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,

Valve Spring Pressure: 52 Lbs @ 1-29/32 inches (New Springs)

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"

Exhaust .001"

Piston & Ring Data, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models

Piston Removal: From Above

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land Inch .022"

Top of Skirt, Inch: .0015"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 10 to 25

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .007"

Oil Ring: .007"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression Ring: .0015"-.003"

Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"

Beginning Engine Numbers:

6 Cylinder: 6-84001

8 Cylinder: 8-44001

Beginning Serial Numbers:

6 Cylinder, Master: 6BB-1001

6 Cylinder, DeLuxe: 6BA-1001

8 Cylinder 8BA-1001

Brake Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models

Lining Material: Molded

Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 23-1/16"

Width: 1-3/4",

Thickness: 3/16"

Pedal Free Play: 1/2"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, 6 Cylinder Master

Caster: +1-1/4 Degrees

Camber: +1 Degrees

Toe In; 1/16"

Kingpin Angle: 7-1/6 Degrees

Wheel Alignment Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder DeLuxe Models

Caster: Zero Degrees

Camber: +1-1/2 Degrees

Toe In; 1/32"

Kingpin Angle: 8-3/4 Degrees

Rear Axle , 6 & 8 Cylinder Models

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.012"

Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims

Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None

Axle Shaft End Play: .000"-.014"

Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models

Distributor #647-B

Cam Angle: 35 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .020"

Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds.

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 275 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,900 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Plunger Movement Starts @ 9-11" Vacuum

Full Plunger Travel @ 16-18" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees

Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models

Distributor #663-H

Cam Angle: 25 Degrees

Breaker Point Opening: .015"

Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds.

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1-1/2 Degrees @ 300 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,700 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Plunger Movement Starts @ 4-6" Vacuum

Full Plunger Travel @ 16-21" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees

Delco-Remy Generator Specifications - All Models

Generator #935-W

Brush Spring Tension:

Main Brush: 25 Ounces

Third Brush: 17 Ounces

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.3-2.6 Amperes

Maximum Cold Output:

27 Amperes, 9.0 Volts @ 3,000 RPM

Maximum Hot Output:

23 Amperes, 8.7 Volts @ 3,200 RPM

Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications

Regulator Type: Voltage

Part #1118213

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.3-6.6 Volts

Amperage to Open Relay Points: 0-4.0 Amperes

Maximum Operating Voltage (Hot): 7.0-7.1 Volts

Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models

Part #727-Y

Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces

No Load Test: 60 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 6,000 RPM

Lock Test: 600 Amperes, 3.0 Volts, 15 Ft. Lbs. of Torque.

Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models

Part #727-S

Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces

No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 5,500 RPM

Lock Test: 600 Amperes, 3.0 Volts, 15 Ft. Lbs. of Torque.

Carburetor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models

Carburetor Model: Carter W-1

Model: 324S

Casting #270

Repair Kit # 1026A

Float Level: 3/8"

Screw Settings: 1/2-1-1/4 Turns to Open

Metering Rod Gauge: T109-26

Anti-Pump Travel:

Holes in Arm Provide Adjustment:

Cold Weather: Longest Stroke

Warm Weather: Shortest Stroke

Loader Perculator Setting:

With Throttle Closed, Indicator Lines Should be Flush With The Top of the Anti- Perculator Plug.

Unloader Idle Setting: 1/2"

Choke Lockout Adjustment:

With Throttle & Choke Valves Wide Open, Adjust Lip on Choke Lever to Hold Choke Open.

Carburetor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models

Carburetor Model: Carter W-1

Model: 340S

Casting #270

Repair Kit # N/A

Float Level: 3/8"

Screw Settings: 1/2-1-1/4 Turns to Open

Metering Rod Gauge: T109-26

Anti-Pump Travel:

Holes in Arm Provide Adjustment:

Cold Weather: Longest Stroke

Warm Weather: Shortest Stroke

Loader Perculator Setting:

With Throttle Closed, Indicator Lines Should be Flush With The Top of the Anti- Perculator Plug.

Unloader Idle Setting: 1/2"

Choke Lockout Adjustment:

With Throttle & Choke Valves Wide Open, Adjust Lip on Choke Lever to Hold Choke Open.

Carburetor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models

Carburetor Model: Carter W-1

Model: 322S

Casting #270

Repair Kit # 1025A

Float Level: 3/8"

Screw Settings: 1/2-1-1/4 Turns to Open

Metering Rod Gauge: T109-26

Anti-Pump Travel:

Holes in Arm Provide Adjustment:

Cold Weather: Longest Stroke

Warm Weather: Shortest Stroke

Loader Perculator Setting:

With Throttle Closed, Indicator Lines Should be Flush With The Top of the Anti- Perculator Plug.

Unloader Idle Setting: 1/2"

Choke Lockout Adjustment:

With Throttle & Choke Valves Wide Open, Adjust Lip on Choke Lever to Hold Choke Open.

Fuel Pump Data:

Pump Model: R

Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI

Dash Gauge Manufacturer:

Gasoline: AC

Temperature: AC

Oil Pressure: AC

Ammeter: AC

Popular Options

Right Hand Tail Light, Dual Horn Kit, Triplex Air Cleaner, Wheel Discs, Wheel Trim Rings, Bumper Guards, Outdraft Heater, DeLuxe Heater, Heater Ports Package, Radio Antenna, Air Mate Radio, Air Chief Radio, Clock, Spotlight, License Plate Frames, Luggage Set, Right Side Inside Visor, Rear Mat, Vanity Visor Mirror, Dual Sidemounts, Sidemount Covers, Pull Wind Clock

1936 Pontiac Historical Data

Model Year Introduction was on September 25, 1935.

Total 1936 Pontiac Production was 176,270

Automatic Choke was standard on all DeLuxe Models.

.

Copyright 1999, Custom Solutions & Services