1949 PONTIAC
Model Designations:
Pontiac Streamliner, Series 25, 6 Cylinder
Pontiac Streamliner, Series 27, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Chieftain, Series 25, 6 Cylinder
Pontiac Chieftain, Series 27, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Streamliner, Series 25, 6 Cylinder
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style # 2508(D)
Base Price: $1,740/$1,835; Shipping Weight: 3,385/3,415 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, 6 Cylinder, Body Style # 2507(D)
Base Price: $1,689/$1,784; Shipping Weight: 3,360/3,375 Pounds
Wood Bodied Station Wagon, 8/6 Passenger, Body Style # 2561(D)
Base Price: $2,543/$2,622; Shipping Weight: 3,745/3,730 Pounds
Metal Bodied Station Wagon, 8/6 Passenger, Body Style # 2562(D)
Base Price: $2,543/$2,622; Shipping Weight: 3,650/3,580 Pounds
"D" in Body Style Number indicates DeLuxe Trim
Prices & Weights shown before slash are for Standard Trim, After Slash for DeLuxe Trim.
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
Pontiac Streamliner, Series 27, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, 8 Cylinder, Body Style # 2508(D)
Base Price: $1,808/$1,903; Shipping Weight: 3,470/3,500 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, 8 Cylinder, Body Style # 2507(D)
Base Price: $1,758/$1,853; Shipping Weight: 3,435/3,445 Pounds
Wood Bodied Station Wagon, 8/6 Passenger, Body Style # 2561(D)
Base Price: $2,611/$2,690; Shipping Weight: 3,835/3,800 Pounds
Metal Bodied Station Wagon, 8/6 Passenger, Body Style # 2562(D)
Base Price: $2,611/$2,690; Shipping Weight: 3,690/3,640 Pounds
"D" in Body Style Number indicates DeLuxe Trim
Prices & Weights shown before slash are for Standard Trim, After Slash for DeLuxe Trim.
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
Pontiac Chieftain, Series 25, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # 2569(D)
Base Price: $1,761/$1,856; Shipping Weight: 3,385/3,415 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # 2511(D)
Base Price: $1,710/$1,805; Shipping Weight: 3,355/3360 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # 2527(D)
Base Price: $1,710/$1,805; Shipping Weight: 3,330/3,345 Pounds
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body Style #2527B
Base Price: $1,587; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Pounds
2 Door DeLuxe Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2567DTX
Base Price: $2,183; Shipping Weight: 3,600 Pounds
"D" in Body Style Number indicates DeLuxe Trim
Prices & Weights shown before slash are for Standard Trim, After Slash for DeLuxe Trim.
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
Pontiac Chieftain, Series 27, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # 2569(D)
Base Price: $1,829/$1924; Shipping Weight: 3,475/3,480 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style # 2511(D)
Base Price: $1,779/$1,874; Shipping Weight: 3,430/3430 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style # 2527(D)
Base Price: $1,779/$1,874; Shipping Weight: 3,390/3,415 Pounds
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body Style #2527B
Base Price: $1,656; Shipping Weight: 3,355 Pounds
2 Door DeLuxe Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2567DTX
Base Price: $2,206; Shipping Weight: 3,670 Pounds
"D" in Body Style Number indicates DeLuxe Trim
Prices & Weights shown before slash are for Standard Trim, After Slash for DeLuxe Trim.
Individual Body Style Production Not Available
General Specifications
Pontiac, 6 Cylinder Models:
Wheelbase: 120
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 4"
Engine Displacement: 239.2 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1; Optional: 7.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.40
Horsepower: 90 @ 3,400 RPM; Optional: 93 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: 175 Ft Lbs @ 1,400 RPM; Optional: 178 Ft. Lbs @ 1,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35 PSI
Rear Axle Ratio:
Standard: 4.10:1
Economy: 3.90:1
Mountain: 4.30:1
Hydramatic: 3.63:1
Carburetor: Carter Model WA1-537S .
Tire Size: 7.10 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 24, Rear, 24
Pontiac, 8 Cylinder Models:
Wheelbase: 120
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 @ 3,800 RPM; Optional Head: 106 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 190 Ft Lbs @ 2,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35 PSI
Rear Axle Ratio:
Standard: 4.10:1
Economy: 3.90:1
Mountain: 4.30:1
Hydramatic: 3.63:1
Carburetor: Carter WCD, Model 630S
Tire Size: 7.10 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 24, Rear, 24
Capacities, 6 Cylinder Models
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 18 Quarts
With Heater: 19-1/2 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17-1/2 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5 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
Hydra-Matic Transmission: 12 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Capacities, 8 Cylinder Models
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 20 Quarts
With Heater: 21-1/2 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17-1/2 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5 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
Hydra-Matic Transmission: 12 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models
Spark Plug Type: AC 44-5; Champion J-8, J-11, or Equivalent
Spark Plug: Gap .025"
Point Gap: .020"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: "IGN" Mark on Vibration Damper
Entine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 520 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 375 RPM (In Drive)
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .012", Exhaust .012"
Cylinder Head Torque: 60 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 120 PSI (Minimum)
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder Models
Spark Plug Type: AC 44-5, Champion J-8, J-11, or Equivalent
Spark Plug: Gap .025"
Point Gap: .015"
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Ignition Timing: "IGN" Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 450 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 375 RPM
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .012", Exhaust .012"
Cylinder Head Torque: 60 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 120 PSI (Minimum)
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: 59 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: .002"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 10 to 20
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .006"
Oil Ring: .006"
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 .0165"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .002"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 10 to 20 Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .008"
Oil Ring: .006"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.003"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models
Distributor #1110219
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Cam Angle: 31-37 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .022"
Condenser Capacity: .18-.23 Mfds.
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9"
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 14-1/2" to 16-1/2"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Distributor #1110816
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Cam Angle: 21-30 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Condenser Capacity: .18 -.23 Mfds.
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9"
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 17-1/2" to 19-1/2"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees
Delco-Remy Generator & Regulator Specifications
Generator #1102711
Generator Output: 30 Amperes @ 2,050 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.75-1.95 Amperes
Regulator #1118301
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 6.4
Reverse Current to Open Points: 0 to 3 Amperes
Armature Air Gap: .020"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.4 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 36 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075"
Ground Polarity: Negative
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models
Part #1107079
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 5.65 Volts, @ 5,500 RPM
Torque Test: 550 Amperes, 3.25 Volts, 11 Ft. Lbs. of Torque.
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Part #1107957
Rotation: Clockwise
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.
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 6 Cylinder
Carburetor Model: WA1
Part #717S
Float Level: 7/16"
Idle Screw Setting: 1 to 1-3/4 Turns
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 17 (Medium Stroke)
Metering Rod Gauge: T-109-102
Anti-Percolator Adjustment: .030"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Unloader Setting: 5/16"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: 3 Rich
Carburetor Model: WA1
Part #718
S
Float Level: 7/16"
Idle Screw Setting: 1 to 1-3/4 Turns
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 17 (Medium Stroke)
Metering Rod Gauge: T-109-102
Anti-Percolator Adjustment: .030"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Unloader Setting: 5/16"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: 3 Rich
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 8 Cylinder
Carburetor Model: WCD
Part #719S-SA
Float Level: 3/16"
Idle Screw Setting: 3/4 to 1-1/4 Turns
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 32 (Shortest Stroke)
Metering Rod Gauge: T-109-163
Fast Idle Setting: .026"
Unloader Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Model: WCD
Part #720S-SA
Float Level: 3/16"
Idle Screw Setting: 3/4 to 1-3/4 Turns
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 32 (Shortest Stroke)
Metering Rod Gauge: T-109-163
Fast Idle Setting: .026"
Unloader Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
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
Brake Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 21-5/16"
Width: Front Wheel: 2-1/4"; Rear Wheel: 1-3/4"
Thickness: 3/16"
Brake Shoe Clearance: .015"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/16"
Rear: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
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; 0 to 1/16"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Kingpin Angle: 5 Degrees @ 0 Degrees Camber
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"
Beginning Engine Numbers:
6 Cylinder Model 49-25: P6RS-1001
6 Cylinder Model 49-25: P6RH-1001
8 Cylinder Model 49-27: P8RS-1001
8 Cylinder Model 49-27: P8RH-1001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Series 49-25: P6RS-1001
Series 49-25: P6RH-1001
Series 49-27: P8RS-1001
Series 49-27: P8RH-1001
Popular Options
Master Radio-5 Tube; Air Mate Radio-7 Tube, Air King Radio-8 Tube, Mast Antenna, Weather Chief Heater, Defroster, Venti-Heat Underseat Heater & Defroster, Windshield Washer, Rear Windshield Wiper, Fog Lights, Spot Light, White Sidewall Discs, Kool Kushion, Trunk Light, Vanity Visor Mirror, Electric Vanity Visor Mirror, E-Z-I Non-Glare Rear View Mirror, Parking Brake Lamp, Electric Clock, Umbrella Holder, Leather Utility Pocket, DeLuxe Steering Wheel, Polaroid Visor, No-Mar Gas Filler Trim, Fuel Door Lock, Scuff Pads, Multi-Purpose Lamp, Underhood Trouble Light, Jack Bag, Tool Kit, Wheel Trim Rings, Exhaust Deflector, Seat Covers, High Compression Cylinder Head (7.5:1), No-Rol Device, Hydra-Matic Transmission.
1949 Pontiac Historical Data
Total 1949 Pontiac Production was 304,819
6 Cylinder Models:
With Hydra-Matic: 29,515
With Standard Transmission: 40,139
Total: 69,654
8 Cylinder Models
With Hydra-Matic: 174,449
With Standard Transmission: 60,716
Total: 235,165
.
1949 Pontiac Colors & Codes
Code Color PPG#
900 Black 9200
901 Starlight Blue Poly 10561
903 Parma Wine Poly 50125
904 Sheffield Gray Poly 30626
905 Nankeen Cream 80400
906 Rio Red 50124
907 Sage Green 40705
908 Blue Lake Blue Poly 10468
909 Coventry Gray 30627
910 Wellington Green Poly 40706
911 Mayan Gold Poly 20564
Two Tones
4914 Sheffield Gray Poly Upper & Coventry Gray Lower
4917 Welllington Green Poly Upper & Sage Green Lower
4918 Coventry Gray Upper & Blue Lake Blue Poly Lower
4919 Blue Lake Blue Poly Upper & Coventry Gray Lower
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Metal: 4 Door Sedan
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