1941 PONTIAC
Model Designations:
Pontiac DeLuxe Torpedo, JA Line, Series 25, 6 Cylinder
Pontiac DeLuxe Torpedo, JA Line, Series 27, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Streamliner Torpedo, JB Line, Series 26, 6 Cylinder
Pontiac Streamliner Torpedo, JB Line, Series 28, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Custom Torpedo, JC Line, Series 24, 6 Cylinder
Pontiac Custom Torpedo, JC Line, Series 29, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac DeLuxe Torpedo, Series 25, 6 Cylinder
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2527B
Base Price: $828; Shipping Weight: 3,145 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2527
Base Price: $864; Shipping Weight: 3,180 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2567
Base Price: $1,023; Shipping Weight: 3335 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2511
Base Price: $874; Shipping Weight: 3,190 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2519
Base Price: $921; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Pounds
4 Door Mettro Sedan, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style #2569
Base Price: $921; Shipping Weight: 3,230 Pounds
Total Series Production: 117,976
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
Pontiac DeLuxe Torpedo, Series 27, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body Style #2727B
Base Price: $853; Shipping Weight: 3,220 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2727
Base Price: $889; Shipping Weight: 3,250 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body Style #2767
Base Price: $1,048; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2711
Base Price: $899; Shipping Weight: 3,250 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2719
Base Price: $946; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds
4 Door Metro Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2769
Base Price: $946; Shipping Weight: 3,295 Pounds
Total Series Production: 37,823
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
Pontiac Streamliner Torpedo, Series 26, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Streamliner Six, Body Style #2627
Base Price: $923; Shipping Weight: 3,305 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Streamliner Six, Body Style #2609
Base Price: $980; Shipping Weight: 3,365 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Super Streamliner Six, Body Style #2627D
Base Price: $969; Shipping Weight: 3,320 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Super Streamliner Six, Body Style #2609D
Base Price: $1,026; Shipping Weight: 3,400 Pounds
Total Series Production: 82,527
Production Figures by Body Type Not Available
Pontiac Streamliner Torpedo, Series 28, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Streamliner Eight, Body Style #2827
Base Price: $948; Shipping Weight: 3,370 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Streamliner Eight, Body Style #2809
Base Price: $1,005; Shipping Weight: 3,425 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Super Streamliner Eight, Body Style #2827D
Base Price: $994; Shipping Weight: 3,385 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Super Streamliner Eight, Body Style #2809D
Base Price: $1,051; Shipping Weight: 3,460 Pounds
Total Series Production: 66,287
Production Figures by Body Type Not Available
Pontiac Custom Torpedo, Series 24, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2427
Base Price: $995; Shipping Weight: 3,260 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2419
Base Price: $1,052; Shipping Weight: 3,355 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body Style #STAWAG
Base Price: $1,175; Shipping Weight: 3,650 Pounds
4 Door DeLuxe Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body Style #STAWAG
Base Price: $1,225; Shipping Weight: 3,665 Pounds
Total Series Production: 8,257
Production Figures by Body Type Not Available.
Pontiac Custom Torpedo, Series 29, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2927
Base Price: $1,020; Shipping Weight: 3,325 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2919
Base Price: $1,077; Shipping Weight: 3,430 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body Style #STAWAG
Base Price: $1,200; Shipping Weight: 3,715 Pounds
4 Door DeLuxe Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body Style #STAWAG
Base Price: $1,250; Shipping Weight: 3,730 Pounds
Total Series Production: 17,191
Production Figures by Body Type Not Available.
General Specifications
Pontiac Custom Torpedo 6, Series 24, 6 Cylinder &
Pontiac DeLuxe Torpedo 6, Series 25, 6 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 119
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 4"
Engine Displacement: 239.2 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.40
Horsepower: 90 @ 3,200 RPM
Torque: 175 Ft Lbs @ 1,400 RPM
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1
Carburetor: Carter 1V .
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
Pontiac Streamliner Torpedo 6, Series 26, 6 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 122
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 4"
Engine Displacement: 239.2 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.40
Horsepower: 90 @ 3,200 RPM
Torque: 175 Ft Lbs @ 1,400 RPM
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1
Carburetor: Carter 1V .
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
Pontiac Custom Torpedo 8, Series 29, 8 Cylinder &
Pontiac DeLuxe Torpedo 8, Series 27, 8 Cylinder &
Pontiac Streamliner Torpedo 8, Series 28, 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 122
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 3-3/4"
Engine Displacement: 248.9 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.8
Horsepower: 103 @ 3,500 RPM
Torque: 190 Ft Lbs @ 2,200 RPM
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1
Carburetor: Carter 2V .
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
Capacities, 6 Cylinder Models
Cooling System: 18 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17 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: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Capacities, 8 Cylinder Models
Cooling System: 19-1/2 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17 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: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
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
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, 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.
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 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 20
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .009"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.003"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"
Piston & Ring Data, 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 20 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 Models: 6-761501
8 Cylinder Models: 8-246501
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Series 41-24: 6JC-1001
Series 41-25: 6JA-1001
Series 41-26: 6JB-1001
Series 41-27: 8JA-1001
Series 41-28: 8JB-1001
Series 41-29: 8JC-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: Zero Degrees
Toe In; 1/32"
Kingpin Angle: 4-5/8 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 #1107032
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 #1107921
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: 494S
Casting #348
Repair Kit # 1300
Float Level: 1/2"
Screw Settings: 3/4-1-3/4 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Anti-Pump Travel: 18/64" (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: 7/32"
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: 469SM
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
Popular Options
Exhaust Deflector, Wheel Trim Rings, Bumper Wing Tips, White Side Wall Tires, Fender Skirts, Grille Guard, DeLuxe 7 Tube Radio, Weather Chief Heater, Electric Clock, Cigar Lighter, Spotlidht, Wide Running Boards on Custom Torpedo, Vacuum Radio Antenna, Master 5 Tube Radio, Safety Flex Steering Wheel, Electric Vanity Visor Mirror, Rear Window Sun Baffle, Turn Signals, Constant Action Windshield Wipers, Fog Lights, Luggage Compartment Light, Glove Compartment Light, Spotlight, Non Glare Rear View Mirror, Rear Bumper Hinge Guard
1941 Pontiac Historical Data
1941 Model Year Introduction was in September, 1940.
Total 1941 Pontiac Production was 330,061.
Power Operated Convertible Top was introduced.
1941 Pontiac Colors & Codes
4100 Black 4101 Marlboro Blue Poly
4102 Parma Wine Poly 4104 Streamline Gray Poly
4105 Tropic Blue Poly 4106 Allandale Green Poly
4107 Indiana Beige Poly 4108 Taffy Tan
Two Tones
4109 El Paso Beige Poly Upper & Indiana Beige Poly Lower
4110 Paddock Gray Poly Upper & Marlboro Blue Poly Lower
4111 Silver French Gray Poly Upper & Streamline Gray Poly Lower
4112 Thetis Green Poly Upper & Allandale Green Poly Lower
4114 French Copper Upper & Taffy Tan Lower
4115 Santone Beige Poly Upper & Parma Wine Poly Lower
4116 Taffy Tan Upper & French Copper Lower
4117 Pearl Gray Poly Upper & Black Lower
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