1941 STUDEBAKER
Model Designations:
Studebaker, Champion Six, Series 3G, 6 Cylinder
Studebaker, Commander Six, Series 11A, 6 Cylinder
Studebaker, President Eight, Series 7C, 8 Cylinder
Studebaker, Champion Six, Series 3G, 6 Cylinder Body Styles
Custom Champion:
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $710; Shipping Weight: 2,370 Pounds
2 Door Double Date Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $750; Shipping Weight: 2,400 Pounds
2 Door Opera Seat Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $750: Shipping Weight: 2,410 Pounds
2 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $755; Shipping Weight: 2,450 Pounds
4 Door Crusing Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $795; Shipping Weight: 2,480 Pounds
Custom DeLuxe Champion
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $745; Shipping Weight: 2,395 Pounds
2 Door Double Date Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $780; Shipping Weight: 2,435 Pounds
2 Door Opera Seat Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $780: Shipping Weight: 2,425 Pounds
2 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $785; Shipping Weight: 2,470 Pounds
4 Door Crusing Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $825; Shipping Weight: 2,500 Pounds
Delux-Tone Line Champion
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $780; Shipping Weight: 2,400 Pounds
2 Door Double Date Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $815; Shipping Weight: 2,440 Pounds
2 Door Opera Seat Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $815: Shipping Weight: 2,430 Pounds
2 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $820; Shipping Weight: 2,470 Pounds
4 Door Crusing Sedan, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $860; Shipping Weight: 2,500 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
Champion Production Totaled: 84,910.
Studebaker, Commander, Model 11-A, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
Custom Line Commander
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $990; Shipping Weight: 3,160 Pounds
4 Door Crusing Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,010; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,055; Shipping Weight: 3,230 Pounds
Delux-Tone Commander Line
4 Door Crusing Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,075; Shipping Weight: 3,225 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,120; Shipping Weight: 3,245 Pounds
Skyway Line Commander
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,080; Shipping Weight: 3,200 Pounds
4 Door Crusing Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,100; Shipping Weight: 3,240 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,130; Shipping Weight: 3,260 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
Commander Production Totaled: 41,996.
Studebaker, President, Model 6-C, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
Custom Line President
4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,140; Shipping Weight: 3,450 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,185; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds
Delux-Tone Line President
4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,205; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,250; Shipping Weight: 3,500 Pounds
Skyway Line President
4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,230; Shipping Weight: 3,500 Pounds
4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,260; Shipping Weight: 3,520 Pounds
2 Door Custom Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $1,025; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Pounds
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,055; Shipping Weight: 3,370 Pounds
4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,095; Shipping Weight: 3,420 Pounds
State President Delux-Tone Line
2 Door Custom Coupe, 3 Passenger
Base Price: $1,065; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds
2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,095; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Pounds
4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,135; Shipping Weight: 3,425 Pounds
2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $1,210; Shipping Weight: 3,440 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
Total President Series Production: 6,994.
1941 STUDEBAKER
Champion 6, Series 3G, General Specifications
Wheelbase: 110 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3" X 4"
Engine Displacement: 169.6 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 21.60
Horsepower: 80 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.56:1
Carburetor: Carter 1 Barrel, Model WOA1-4965
Tire Size: 5.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear,30
Commander 6, Series 11A, General Specifications
Wheelbase: 119 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-5/16 X 4-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 226.2 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 26.35
Horsepower: 94 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.55:1
Carburetor: Stromberg 1V, Model BXOV-26
Tire Size: 6.25 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
State President 8, Series 7C, General Specifications
Wheelbase: 125 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: 117 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.55:1
Carburetor: Stromberg 2 V, Model #AAV-26 .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models-Champion
Spark Plug: Gap .025"
Spark Plug Type: Champion J-9, J-11, or equivalent
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 35 degrees
Ignition Timing: IGN Mark on Flywheel
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Tappet Clearance, Cold: Intake .016", Exhaust .016"
Cylinder Head Torque: 52 Ft Lbs
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models-Commander
Spark Plug: Gap .025"
Spark Plug Type: Champion J-9, J-11, or equivalent
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 35 degrees
Ignition Timing: IGN Mark on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Tappet Clearance, Cold: Intake .016", Exhaust .016"
Cylinder Head Torque: 83 Ft Lbs
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder Model-President
Spark Plug: Gap .025"
Spark Plug Type: Champion J-9, J-11, or equivalent
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle: 36 degrees
Ignition Timing: TDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Tappet Clearance, Cold: Intake .016", Exhaust .016"
Cylinder Head Torque: 83 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder-Champion, Series 3G
Tappet Clearance, Running Cold: Intake .016"; Exhaust .016"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .020"; Exhaust: .020"
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: 52 Lbs @ 1-21/32 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.0035"
Exhaust .0015"-.0035"
Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder-Commander, Series 11A
Tappet Clearance, Running Cold: Intake .016"; Exhaust .016"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .020"; Exhaust: .020"
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: 54 Lbs @ 2-3/32 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .0015"-.0035"
Exhaust .0015"-.0035"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder- President
Tappet Clearance, Running Cold: Intake .016"; Exhaust .016"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .020"; Exhaust: .020"
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: 54 Lbs @ 2-3/32"
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Piston & Ring Data, 6 Cylinder-Champion, Series 3G
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .014"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0015"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002" (Using 1" Wide Feeler Gauge)
Pounds Pull on Scale: 11 to 16
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .007"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"
Piston & Ring Data, 6 Cylinder-Commander, Series 11A
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .0125"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0015"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002" (Using 1" Wide Feeler Gauge)
Pounds Pull on Scale: 10 to 15
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .009"
Oil Ring: .009"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0015"-.002"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0015"
Piston & Ring Data, 8 Cylinder, State President, Series 7C
Piston Removal: Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .0115"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0015"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002" (Using 1" Wide Feeler Gauge)
Pounds Pull on Scale: 7 to 12
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, Champion
Camshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance:
Front Bearing: .00075"-.00225"
All Other Bearings: .001"-.00275"
Rod Journal Diameter: 1.81175"-1.81275"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Rod End Play: .005"-.009" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 25-27 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.4370"-2.4375"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.006"
Main Bolt Tension: 90-95 Lbs. Ft.
Engine Bearing Data, 6 Cylinder, Commander
Camshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance:
Front Bearing: .00075"-.00225"
All Other Bearings: .001"-.00275"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.18675"-2.18775"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Rod End Play: .005"-.009" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 50-55 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5000"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.006"
Main Bolt Tension: 90-95 Lbs. Ft.
Engine Bearing Data, 8 Cylinder, State President
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, Champion, Series 3G, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System: 10 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 15 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20;
Above -10F 10
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 1 Pint
With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Capacities, Commander, Series 11A, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System: 13 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20;
Above -10F 10
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 2-1/2 Pints
With Overdrive: 4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Capacities, State President, Series 7C, 8 Cylinder
Cooling System: 15 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 8 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20;
Above -10F 10
Manual Transmission:
2-1/2 Pints, Without Overdrive:
4 Pints With Overdrive
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Model 3G: 101201
Model 11A: H-122201
Model 7C: B- 45001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Model 3G: G-90101 South Bend, Indiana
G-811201 Los Angeles, California
Model 11A: 4178801 South Bend, Indiana
4811901 Los Angeles, California
Model 7C: 7139101 South Bend, Indiana
7803901 Los Angeles, California
Brake Specifications, Champion
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 18"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Brake Specifications, Commander & President
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 19-11/16"
Width: 2-1/4",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Champion:
Caster: + 1-1/2 Degrees
Camber: + 1/2 Degrees
Toe In: 3/32"
Kingpin Inclination: 5-1/2 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Commander & President:
Caster: + 1/4 Degrees
Camber: + 1/2 Degrees
Toe In: 3/32"
Kingpin Inclination: 5-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder:
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .005"-.007"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims
Axle Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
1941 STUDEBAKER SPECIFICATIONS FOR:
DISTRIBUTORS, GENERATORS, REGULATORS,
STARTING MOTORS, & CARBURETORS &
FUEL PUMPS
ALL SERIES
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1GW-4101
Cam Angle: 35 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 6 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Distributor #1GW-4154
Cam Angle: 35 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 680 RPM
Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 1,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 5-1/2" Vacuum
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 14-3/4" Vacuum
Distributor #1GH-4029
Cam Angle: 36 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 630 RPM
Full Advance: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 6 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications:
Generator #GDZ-4804A
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.60 - 1.78 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 7.6 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Maximum Output Test: 35 Amperes, 8 Volts
Generator #GDZ-4805A
Brush Spring Tension: 53 Ounces (Maximum)
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.60 - 1.78 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 7.6 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Maximum Output: 35 Amperes; 8 Volts
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications:
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Regulator #VRP-4004F
Ground Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.4 - 6.6 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: 4 - 6 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 34-36 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage: 7.35 Volts
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Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #MZ-4090
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 4,300 RPM
Lock Test: 560 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 11.8 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #MAW-4020
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 4,900 RPM
Lock Test: 670 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 18.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: WA1
Part #410S
Casting #191
Repair Kit # N/A
Float Level: 1/4"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/4 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Pump Travel: 18/64" (Medium Stroke)
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve open .030", there should be .005" to .015" clearance between rocker arm & pump arm.
Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Carburetor Model: WA1
Part #496S
Casting #356
Repair Kit # 1301
Float Level: 3/16"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Pump Travel: 11/64"
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve open .030", there should be .005" to .015" clearance between rocker arm & pump arm.
Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: BXOV-26
Part #380036
Code #6-98A
Repair Kit # RK-112
Float Level: 5/8"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: Controlled by Manifold Vacuum
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .010"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: Flush
Fast Idle Setting: 11/32"
Choke Unloader Setting: None
Carburetor Model: AAV-26
Part #380038
Code #6-97B
Repair Kit # RK-111
Float Level: With engine idling, fuel should be level with bottom of sight plug hole.
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: Controlled by Manifold Vacuum
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .020"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: Flush
Fast Idle Setting: 7/64"
Choke Unloader Setting: 11/64"
Carburetor Model: AAV-26
Part #380038
Code #6-97C
Repair Kit # RK-111
Float Level: With engine idling, fuel should be level with bottom of sight plug hole.
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: Controlled by Manifold Vacuum
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .015"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: Flush
Fast Idle Setting: 7/64"
Choke Unloader Setting: 11/64"
Fuel Pump Data:
6 Cylinder:
Pump Model: W
Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI
President:
Pump Model: E
Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI
Dash Gauge Manufacturers-All Series:
Gasoline: Auto-Lite
Temperature: Auto-Lite
Oil Pressure: Auto-Lite
Ammeter: Auto-Lite
Popular Options
White Sidewall Tires, Bumper Guards, Wheel Trim Rings, Fender Skirts, Radio, Antenna, Heater, Clock, Cigar Lighter, Spotlights, Fog Lamps, Fender Lamps, External Sun Shade, Bumper Wing Guards, Dual Outside Rear View Mirrors, Vacuum Clutch, Overdrive, Hill-holder, Speciall Paint.
1941 Studebaker Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in August 1940.
Total 1941 Studebaker Production was 133,900.
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