1942 STUDEBAKER

1942 STUDEBAKER

Model Designations:

Studebaker, Champion Six, Series 4G, 6 Cylinder

Studebaker, Commander Six, Series 12A, 6 Cylinder

Studebaker, President Eight, Series 8C, 8 Cylinder

Studebaker, Champion Six, Series 4G, 6 Cylinder Body Styles

Custom Champion:

2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $744; Shipping Weight: 2,415 Pounds

2 Door Double Date Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $769; Shipping Weight: 2,455 Pounds

2 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $774; Shipping Weight: 2,495 Pounds

4 Door Crusing Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $804; Shipping Weight: 2,520 Pounds

Deluxstyle Champion

2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger

Base Price: $779; Shipping Weight: 2,435 Pounds

2 Door Double Date Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $804; Shipping Weight: 2,470 Pounds

2 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $809; Shipping Weight: 2,520 Pounds

4 Door Crusing Sedan, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $839; Shipping Weight: 2,545 Pounds

Production Totals by Body Style are not available.

Champion Production Totaled: 29,678.

Studebaker, Commander, Model 12-A, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

Custom Line Commander

2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,025; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Pounds

4 Door Crusing Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,045; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Pounds

4 Door Land Cruiser, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,080; Shipping Weight: 3,290 Pounds

Deluxstyle Commander Line

2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,070; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds

4 Door Crusing Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,090; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Pounds

4 Door Land Cruiser, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,125; Shipping Weight: 3,305 Pounds

Skyway Line Commander

2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,105; Shipping Weight: 3,240 Pounds

4 Door Crusing Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,125; Shipping Weight: 3,300 Pounds

4 Door Land Cruiser, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,160; Shipping Weight: 3,315 Pounds

Production Totals by Body Style are not available.

Commander Production Totaled: 17,500.

Studebaker, President, Model 7-C, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles

Custom Line President

2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,141; Shipping Weight: 3,440 Pounds

4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,161; Shipping Weight: 3,485 Pounds

4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,196; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Pounds

Deluxstyle Line President

2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,186; Shipping Weight: 3,455 Pounds

4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,206; Shipping Weight: 3,500 Pounds

4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,241; Shipping Weight: 3,515 Pounds

Skyway Line President

2 Door Sedan Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,221; Shipping Weight: 3,470 Pounds

4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,241; Shipping Weight: 3,540 Pounds

4 Door Land Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $1,276; Shipping Weight: 3,540 Pounds

Production Totals by Body Style are not available.

Total President Series Production: 3,500.

1942 STUDEBAKER

Champion 6, Series 4G, 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: 134 Ft. Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.10:1

Carburetor: Carter 1 Barrel, Model WOA1-496S

Tire Size: 5.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 28

Commander 6, Series 12A, 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: 176 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.09:1

Carburetor: Stromberg 1V, Model BXOV-26

Tire Size: 6.25 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28

State President 8, Series 8C, General Specifications

Wheelbase: 124-1/2 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: 200 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Rear Axle Ratio: 4.09:1

Carburetor: Stromberg 2 V, Model #AAV-26 .

Tire Size: 7.00 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 26

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

Fuel Pump Specifications:

Pump Model: W

Maximum Pressure: 3-1/2 PSI

Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder-Champion, Series 4G

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 12A

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 4G

Piston Removal: From Above

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land Inch .012"

Top of Skirt, Inch: .002"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness: .002" (Using 1" Wide Feeler Gauge)

Pounds Pull on Scale: 15 to 20

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .007"

Oil Ring: .007"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression Ring: .002"-.0025"

Oil Control Ring: .0015"-.002"

Piston & Ring Data, 6 Cylinder-Commander, Series 12A

Piston Removal: From Above

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land Inch .012"

Top of Skirt, Inch: .002"

Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:

Shim Thickness: .002" (Using 1" Wide Feeler Gauge)

Pounds Pull on Scale: 15 to 20

Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .009"

Oil Ring: .009"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression Ring: .002"-.0025

Oil Control Ring: .0015"-.002"

Piston & Ring Data, 8 Cylinder, State President, Series 8C

Piston Removal: Above

Piston Clearance (Minimum):

Top Land Inch .012"

Top of Skirt, Inch: .002"

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: .013"

Oil Ring: .013"

Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:

Compression Ring: .002"-.0025"

Oil Control Ring: .0015"-.002"

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 4G, 6 Cylinder

Cooling System: 10-1/2 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 12A, 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 4G: 186301

Model 12A: H-164301

Model 8C: B- 52101

Beginning Serial Numbers:

Model 4G: G-165501 South Bend, Indiana

G-821101 Los Angeles, California

Model 12A: 4216501 South Bend, Indiana

4816601 Los Angeles, California

Model 8C: 7145501 South Bend, Indiana

7804601 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"

1942 STUDEBAKER SPECIFICATIONS FOR:

DISTRIBUTORS, GENERATORS, REGULATORS,

STARTING MOTORS, & CARBURETORS &

FUEL PUMPS

ALL SERIES

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:

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 #1GC-4801

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 #1GC-4802

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 #1GH-4101

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

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

Part #MAX-4051

Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces

No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 5.300 RPM

Lock Test: 880 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 25.0 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 #6-97C

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: Stewart-Warner

Temperature: Stewart-Warner

Oil Pressure: Stewart-Warner

Ammeter: AC

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1942 Studebaker Historical Data

Model Year Introduction was in September, 1941.

Total 1942 Studebaker Production was 47,678.

1942 Studebaker Production ended in January 1942 due to World War II.