1935 STUDEBAKER
Model Designations:
Studebaker, Dictator Six, Series 1A/2A, 6 Cylinder
Studebaker, Commander Eight, Series 1B, 8 Cylinder
Studebaker, President Eight, Series 1C, 8 Cylinder
Studebaker, Dictator Six, Series 1A/2A, 6 Cylinder Body Styles
2 Door Roadster, 3/5 Passenger
Basse Price: $745; Shipping Weight: 2,985 Pounds
2 Door Regal Roadster, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $775; Shipping Weight: 3,070 Pounds
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $695; Shipping Weight: 2,895 Pounds
2 Door Regal Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $725; Shipping Weight: 3,005 Pounds
2 Door Coupe, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $745; Shipping Weight: 2,995 Pounds
2 Door Regal Coupe, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $775; Shipping Weight: 3,070 Pounds
2 Door St. Regis Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $715; Shipping Weight: 2,966 Pounds
2 Door Regal Standard Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $755; Shipping Weight: 3,085 Pounds
2 Door Custom St. Regis Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $740; Shipping Weight: 3,035 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $745; Shipping Weight: 3,030 Pounds
4 Door Regal Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $785; Shipping Weight: 3,160 Pounds
4 Door Custom Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $770; Shipping Weight: 3,085 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $880; Shipping Weight: 3,100 Pounds
4 Door Regal Land Cruiser Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $895; Shipping Weight: 3,220 Pounds
Note: The Dictator 1A Models were equipped with a solid front axle.
The Dictator 2A Models were equipped with the Planar Wheel Suspension.
2A Prices were $25 additional for Coupes and $35 additional for other body styles, except for Regals which were $40 additional.
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
Model 1A Production Totaled: 11,742.
Model 2A Production Totaled: 23,550
Studebaker, Commander, Series 1B, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Roadster, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $980; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Pounds
2 Door Regal Roadster, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,010; Shipping Weight: 3,570 Pounds
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $925; Shipping Weight: 3,420 Pounds
2 Door Regal Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $960; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Pounds
2 Door Rumble Seat Coupe, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $980; Shipping Weight: 3,520 Pounds
2 Door Regal Rumble Seat Coupe, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,010; Shipping Weight: 3,570 Pounds
2 Door Regal St. Regis Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,000; Shipping Weight: 3,620 Pounds
2 Door Custom St Regis Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $985; Shipping Weight: 3,550 Pounds
4 Door Regal Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,030; Shipping Weight: 3,685 Pounds
4 Door Custom Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,015; Shipping Weight: 3,600 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,115; Shipping Weight: 3,625 Pounds
4 Door Regal Land Cruiser Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,130; Shipping Weight: 3,720 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
Total Commander Production was 6,085.
Studebaker, President, Model 1C, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Roadster, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,2950; Shipping Weight: 3,645 Pounds
2 Door Regal Roadster, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,325; Shipping Weight: 3,740 Pounds
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $1,285; Shipping Weight: 3,600 Pounds
2 Door Regal Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $1,275; Shipping Weight: 3,685 Pounds
2 Door Rumble Seat Coupe, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,295; Shipping Weight: 3,660 Pounds
2 Door Regal Rumble Seat Coupe, 3/5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,325; Shipping Weight: 3,740 Pounds
4 Door Regal Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,345; Shipping Weight: 3,900 Pounds
4 Door Custom Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,330; Shipping Weight: 3,790 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,430; Shipping Weight: 3,820 Pounds
4 Door Regal Land Cruiser Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,445; Shipping Weight: 3,900 Pounds
4 Door Custom Berline, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,430; Shipping Weight: 3,900 Pounds
4 Door Regal Berline, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $1,445; Shipping Weight: 3,970 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
Total President Series Production: 2,305.
1935 STUDEBAKER
Dictator 6, Series 1A & 2A, General Specifications
Wheelbase: 114 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 4-1/8"
Engine Displacement: 205.3 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.30 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 25.35
Horsepower: 88 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.11:1
Carburetor: Stromberg 1 Barrel, Model EX22
Tire Size: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 30, Rear, 30
Commander 8, Series 1B, General Specifications
Wheelbase: 119 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/16" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 250.4 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.00 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.01
Horsepower: 107 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.09:1
Carburetor: Stromberg EE1 .
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 30, Rear, 30
President 8, Series 1C, General Specifications
Wheelbase: 123 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/16" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 250.4 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 30.01
Horsepower: 110 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.09:1
Carburetor: Stromberg EE-1 .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 30, Rear, 30
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models
Spark Plug: Gap .025"
Spark Plug Type:
Regular Head: Champion 8, D-16, or Equivalent
High Compression Head: Champion 7, D-16, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 38 degrees
Ignition Timing: TDC Mark on Flywheel
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .004", Exhaust .006"
Cylinder Head Torque: 83 Ft Lbs
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder Models
Spark Plug: Gap .025"
Spark Plug Type:
Regular Head: Champion 8, D-16, or Equivalent
High Compression Head: Champion 7, D-16, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 33 degrees
Ignition Timing: TDC Mark on Flywheel
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .004", Exhaust .006"
Cylinder Head Torque: 83 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .004"; Exhaust .006"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .010"; Exhaust: .010"
Valve Timing:
Intake Valve Opens 15 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Valve Closes 5 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 59 Lbs @ 2-3/32 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .004"; Exhaust .006"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .010"; Exhaust: .010"
Valve Timing: Intake Valve Opens, 15 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Valve Closes, 10 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 59 Lbs @ 2-3/32"
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Piston & Ring Data, 6 Cylinder
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .016"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0015"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002" (Using 1" Wide Feeler Gauge)
Pounds Pull on Scale: 7 to 15
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"
Piston & Ring Data, 8 Cylinder
Piston Removal: Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .015"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0015"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .003" (Using 1" Wide Feeler Gauge)
Pounds Pull on Scale: 7 to 13
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"
Engine Bearing Data, 6 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance:
Front Bearing: .00075"-.00225"
All Other Bearings: .002"-.00375"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.06175"-2.06275"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Rod End Play: .005"-.009" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 50-55 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.2495"-2.2500"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.006"
Main Bolt Tension: 90-95 Lbs. Ft.
Engine Bearing Data, 8 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance:
Front Bearing: .00075"-.00225"
All Other Bearings: .002"-.00375"
Rod Journal Diameter: 1.87425"-1.87525"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .00075"-.00275"
Rod End Play: .005"-.009" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 50-55 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.3435"-2.3440"
Main Bearing Clearance: .001" -.003"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.006"
Main Bolt Tension: 90-95 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, Dictator, Series 1A & 2A, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System: 16 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 14 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20;
Above -10F 10
Manual Transmission: 2-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Capacities, Commander, Series 1B, 8 Cylinder
Cooling System: 21 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 8 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20;
Above -10F 10
Manual Transmission: 3-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Capacities, President, Series 1C, 8 Cylinder
Cooling System: 21 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 8 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20;
Above -10F 10
Manual Transmission: 3 Pints, Without Overdrive: 5-1/2 Pints With Overdrive
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 9P
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Model 1A: D-27501
Model 2A: D-27501
Model 1B: C-30501
Model 1C: B-5501
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Model 1A: 5500001
Model 2A: 5212001
Model 1B: 8103000
Model 1C: 7101001
Brake Specifications, Dictator
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 23"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 1/4"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Brake Specifications, Commander
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 25"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 1/4"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Brake Specifications, President
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 27-1/2"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 1/4"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Dictator 1A Series Only:
Caster: +1-1/4 Degrees
Camber: +1-1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 3/32"
Kingpin Inclination: 9-1/2 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Dictator 2A, Commander & President:
Caster: + 1/4 Degrees
Camber: +1-1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 3/32"
Kingpin Inclination: 9-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .002"-.004"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims
Axle Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Rear Axle Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .004"-.006"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Nut
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Nut
Axle Shaft End Play: .001"-.005"
1935 STUDEBAKER SPECIFICATIONS FOR:
DISTRIBUTORS, GENERATORS, REGULATORS,
STARTING MOTORS, & CARBURETORS &
FUEL PUMPS
ALL SERIES
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, Dictator Series:
Distributor #1GB-4393
Cam Angle: 38 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Full Advance: 10-1/2 Degrees @ 1,400 RPM
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #662M
Cam Angle: 33 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 250 RPM
Full Advance: 14-1/2 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" - 7"
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 11" - 14"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6 Degrees
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications, Dictator:
Generator #GBM-4604-2
Brush Spring Tension:
Main Brush: 50-60 Ounces
Third Brush: 50-60 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 3.80 - 4.20 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 7.6 Volts @ 1,300 RPM
Maximum Output Test: 19 Amperes, 8 Volts
Generator #GBM-4604A-2
Brush Spring Tension:
Main Brush: 50-60 Ounces
Third Brush: 50-60 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 3.80 - 4.20 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 7.6 Volts @ 1,300 RPM
Maximum Output: 19 Amperes; 8 Volts
Generator #GAR-4609-4
Brush Spring Tension:
Main Brush: 50-60 Ounces
Third Brush: 50-60 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 3.75 - 4.15 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 8 Volts @ 1,075 RPM
Maximum Output: 26 Amperes; 8.5 Volts
Generator #GAR-4609A-4
Brush Spring Tension:
Main Brush: 50-60 Ounces
Third Brush: 50-60 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 3.75 - 4.15 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 8 Volts @ 1,075 RPM
Maximum Output: 26 Amperes; 8.5 Volts
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, Models 1B & 1C:
Generator #935-Y
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: 23 Amperes, 8.8 Volts @ 2,800 RPM
Maximum Hot Output: 20 Amperes, 8.5 Volts @ 3,400 RPM
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications:
Regulator Type: Regulated by Third Brush
Regulator #CB-4021
Armature Air Gap: .010"
Point Gap: .015" - .045"
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.5 - 7.25 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: .5 - 2.5 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage: 15 Volts
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications:
Regulator Type: Voltage
Regulator #TC-4302A
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.5 - 7.25 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: .5 - 2.5 Amperes
Cutout Relay Settings:
Armature Air Gap: .010" - .030"
Point Opening: .015" - .045"
Voltage Regulator Settings:
Armature Air Gap: .045"
Point Opening: .005"
Winding Resistance: 29 - 33 Ohms
Voltage to Open Points:
@ 70 Degrees: 8.25-8.75 Volts
@ 100 Degrees: 8.03-8.53 Volts
Voltage to Close Points: 1.2 - 1.4 Volts
.
Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications, President Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage
Regulator #5546
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.3 - 6.9 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: 0-3.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage:
Cutout Relay Settings:
Armature Air Gap: .015"
Point Opening: .020"
Voltage Control Settings:
Armature Air Gap: .035"
Point Opening: .010"
Contact Spring Tension: .7 - .9 Ounce
Voltage to Open Points:
@ 70 Degrees: 8.3 - 8.7 Volts
@ 180 Degrees: 7.75 - 8.2 Volts
Voltage to Close Points:
@ 70 Degrees: 7.25 - 7.75 Volts
@ 180 Degrees: 6.55 - 7.1 Volts
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications - Model 1A:
Part #MAN-4005
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 4,000 RPM
Lock Test: 820 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 23.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications - Models 2A:
Part #MAN-4002
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 4,000 RPM
Lock Test: 820 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 23.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Part #736-H
Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 6,000 RPM
Lock Test: 570 Amperes, 3.15 Volts @ 15.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - Dictator:
Carburetor Model: EX-23
Part #A-17922
Code #6-9
Repair Kit # RK-56
Float Level: 5/8"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: 3/8"
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .012"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: None
Fast Idle Setting: 11/64"
Choke Unloader Setting: None
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - Models 1B & 1C:
Carburetor Model: EE-1
Part #A-17661
Code #6-10
Repair Kit # RK-57
Float Level: 15/32"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: 21/64"
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .030"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: None
Fast Idle Setting: 38
Choke Unloader Setting: None
Fuel Pump Data:
6 Cylinder:
Pump Model: R
Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI
Pump Model: W
Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI
Commander:
Pump Model: T
Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI
President:
Pump Model: J
Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: Stewart Warner
Temperature: Stewart Warner
Oil Pressure: Stewart Warner
Popular Options
Front & Rear Bumper, Bumper Guards, White Wall Tires, Dual Sidemounts, Single Sidemount, Pedestal Sidemount Mirrors, Fender Skirts, Radio, Antenna, Heater, Clock, Cigar Lighter, Outside Rear View Mirror, Spotlights, Wheel Trim Rings, Seat Covers, Two-Tone Paint, Planar Suspension on Dictators, Overdrive, Free-Wheeling.
1935 Studebaker Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was on December 28, 1934.
Total 1935 Studebaker Production was 36,504.
Planar Front Wheel Suspension, Hydralic Brakes, and Overdrive were introduced.
All Studebakers were constructed with a provision for radio mounting.
Copyright 1999, Custom Solutions & Services