1940 PONTIAC
Model Designations:
Pontiac Special, Series 25, 6 Cylinder
Pontiac DeLuxe, Series 26, 6 Cylinder
Pontiac DeLuxe, Series 28, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Torpedo, Series 29, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Special, Series 25, 6 Cylinder
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2527B
Base Price: $783; Shipping Weight: 3,060 Pounds
2 Door Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2527
Base Price: $819; Shipping Weight: 3,045 Pounds
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2511
Base Price: $830; Shipping Weight: 3095 Pounds
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2519
Base Price: $876; Shipping Weight: 3,125 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #STAWAG
Base Price: $1,015; Shipping Weight: 3,295 Pounds
Total Series Production: 106,892
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
Pontiac DeLuxe, Series 26, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body Style #2627B
Base Price: $835; Shipping Weight: 3,115 Pounds
2 Door Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body Style #2627
Base Price: $875; Shipping Weight: 3,105 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body Style #2667
Base Price: $1,003; Shipping Weight: 3,190 Pounds
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2611
Base Price: $861; Shipping Weight: 3,140 Pounds
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2619
Base Price: $932; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds
Total Series Production: 58,452
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
General Specifications
Pontiac, Series 25 & 26, 6 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 117 Inches, Special 25; 120 Inches, Deluxe 26
Bore & Stroke: 3-7/16" X 4"
Engine Displacement: 222.7 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 28.30
Horsepower: 87 @ 3,520 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.30:1
Carburetor: Carter 1V .
Tire Size:
Special 25: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 28
Deluxe 26: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear 28
Capacities, 6 Cylinder Models
Cooling System: 17 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 16 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: 3 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 .012", Exhaust .012"
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: 2.1237"-2.1247"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Rod End Play: .007"-.012" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 45-50 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter:
#1: 2.4982"-2.4992"; #2: 2.5294"-2.5304";
#3: 2.5919"-2.5929"; #4: 2.6232"-2.6242";
Main Bearing Clearance: .001" -.003"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Main Bolt Tension: 80-90 Lbs. Ft.
Pontiac DeLuxe, Series 28, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body Style #2827B
Base Price: $875; Shipping Weight: 3,180 Pounds
2 Door Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body Style #2827
Base Price: $913; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body Style #2867
Base Price: $1,046; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Pounds
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2811
Base Price: $919; Shipping Weight: 3,250 Pounds
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2819
Base Price: $970; Shipping Weight: 3,300 Pounds
Total Series Production: 20,433
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
General Specifications
Pontiac, Series 28, 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 120 Inches
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 3-3/4"
Engine Displacement: 248.9 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,700 RPM
Torque: 175 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1
Carburetor: Carter 1V
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 23, Rear, 25
Pontiac Torpedo, Series 29, 8 Cylinder Body Styles
2 Door Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body Style #2927C
Base Price: $1,016; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Pounds
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2919
Base Price: $1,072; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds
General Specifications
Pontiac Torpedo, Series 29, 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 122 Inches
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 3-3/4"
Engine Displacement: 248.9 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 103 @ 3,700 RPM
Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1
Carburetor: Carter 2V
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
Capacities, 8 Cylinder Models
Cooling System: 19 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 16 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: 3 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
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 .012", Exhaust .012"
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: 2.3725"-2.3735"; #2: 2.4037"-2.4047";
#3: 2.435"-2.436"; #4: 2.4662"-2.4672";
#5: 2.4975:-2.4985"
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 .012"; Exhaust .012"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .015"; Exhaust: .015"
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: 56 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 .0175"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0015"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 10 to 25
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .009"
Oil Ring: .009"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.003"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"
Beginning Engine Numbers:
6 Cylinder, Special 25: 6-595801
6 Cylinder, Deluxe 26: 6-595801
8 Cylinder, DeLuxe28: 8-194401
8 Cylinder, Torpedo 29: 8-194401
Beginning Serial Numbers:
6 Cylinder, Special 25: 6HA-1001
6 Cylinder, DeLuxe 26: 6HB-1001
8 Cylinder, DeLuxe 28: 8HA-1001
8 Cylinder, Torpedo 29: 8HB-1001
Brake Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 21-5/16"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: Brake Pedal Pad should be even with Clutch Pedal Pad
Wheel Alignment Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder DeLuxe Models
Caster: - 3/4 Degrees
Camber: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In; 1/32"
Kingpin Angle: 4-7/8 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"-.008"
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models
Distributor #647-D
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: 2 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 14-1/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Plunger Movement Starts @ 5"-7" Vacuum
Full Plunger Travel @ 10"-15" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Distributor #1110804
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 Degree @ 300 RPM
Full Advance: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Plunger Movement Starts @ 7" to 9" Vacuum
Full Plunger Travel @ 16"-21" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, All Models
Generator #1102665
Brush Spring Tension: 25 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.75-1.9 Amperes
Maximum Cold Output:
30 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 1,7500 RPM
Maximum Hot Output: Controlled by Current Regulator
Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications, All Models
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Part #1118201
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.2-6.7 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: 0-4.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 34-36 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage (Hot): 7.2-7.4 Volts
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models
Part #1107022
Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 5,000 RPM
Lock Test: 525 Amperes, 3.37 Volts, 12 Ft. Lbs. of Torque.
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Part #1107914
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.
Carburetor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models
Carburetor Model: Carter WA1
Model: 462S-SP
Casting #288
Repair Kit # 1084
Float Level: 7/16"
Screw Settings: 3/4-1-1/2 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Anti-Pump Travel: 23/64" (Short Stroke)
Loader Percolator Setting:
With Throttle Valve Open .030", There Should be .005" to .015" Clearance Between Rocker Arm & Pump Arm
Unloader Idle Setting: 1/4"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Carburetor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models
Carburetor Model: Carter WA1
Model: 463S-SP
Casting #245
Repair Kit # 1085
Float Level: 7/16"
Screw Settings: 3/4-1-1/2 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Anti-Pump Travel: 18/64" (Medium Stroke)
Loader Percolator Setting:
With Throttle Valve Open .030", There Should be .005" to .015" Clearance Between Rocker Arm & Pump Arm
Unloader Idle Setting: 3/8"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Carburetor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Carburetor Model: Carter WD0
Model: 469S
Casting #306
Repair Kit # 1086A
Float Level: 5/16"
Screw Settings: 1/4-1-1/4 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-104
Anti-Pump Travel: 19/64" (Long Stroke)
Loader Percolator Setting:
With Throttle Closed, Indicator Lines Should be Flush With Top of Anti- Percolator Plug.
Unloader Idle Setting: 3/16"
Fast Idle Setting: .010"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Carburetor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Carburetor Model: Carter WD0
Model: 469SSM
Casting #306
Repair Kit # 1086A
Float Level: 5/16"
Screw Settings: 1/4-1-1/4 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-27
Anti-Pump Travel: 19/64" (Long Stroke)
Loader Percolator Setting:
With Throttle Closed, Indicator Lines Should be Flush With Top of Anti- Percolator Plug.
Unloader Idle Setting: 3/16"
Fast Idle Setting: .010"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Fuel Pump Data:
Pump Model: AH
Maximum Pressure: 3-3/4 PSI
Pump Model: AJ
Maximum Pressure: 4 PSI
Dash Gauge Manufacturer:
Gasoline: AC
Temperature: AC
Oil Pressure: AC
Ammeter: AC
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1940 Pontiac Historical Data
1940 Model Year Introduction was in August, 1939.
Total 1940 Pontiac Production was 217,001.
Sealed Beam Headlights were introduced.
The Torpedo Sedan had a center arm rest.
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