1955 STUDEBAKER
Model Designations:
Studebaker, Champion, Model 16G6, 6 Cylinder
Studebaker, Commander, Model 16G8, 8 Cylinder
Studebaker President, Model 6H, 8 Cylinder
Studebaker Champion, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, Custom, 6 Passenger, Body #16G6-W1,2
Base Price: $1,783; Shipping Weight: 2,790 Pounds
Production Total: 3,290
4 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #16G6-W3,4
Base Price: $1,885; Shipping Weight: 2,805 Pounds
Production Total: 13,621
4 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #16G6-W5,6
Base Price: $1,993; Shipping Weight: 2,815 Pounds
Production Total: 7,406
2 Door Sedan, Custom, 6 Passenger, Body #16G6-F1,2
Base Price: $1,741; Shipping Weight: 2,740 Pounds
Production Total: 2,801
2 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #16G6-F3,4
Base Price: $1,841; Shipping Weight: 2,780 Pounds
Production Total: 7,666
2 Door DeLuxe Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #16G6-C3
Base Price: $1,875; Shipping Weight: 2,790 Pounds
Production Total: 5,572
2 Door Regal Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #16G6-C5
Base Price: $1,975; Shipping Weight: 2,795 Pounds
Production Total: 2,721
2 Door Regal Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #16G6-K5
Base Price: $2,129; Shipping Weight: 2,865 Pounds
Production Total: 2,408
2 Door DeLuxe Conestoga Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #16G6-D3,4
Base Price: $2,141; Shipping Weight: 2,980 Pounds
Production Total: 3,517
2 Door Regal Conestoga Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #16G6-D5,6
Base Price: $2,312; Shipping Weight: 2,985 Pounds
Production Total: 1,372
Studebaker Commander, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, Custom, 6 Passenger, Body #16G8-W1,2
Base Price: $1,919; Shipping Weight: 3,065 Pounds
Production Total: 2,082
4 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #16G8-W3,4
Base Price: $2,014; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Pounds
Production Total: 16,078
4 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #16G8-W5,6
Base Price: $2,127; Shipping Weight: 3,080 Pounds
Production Total: 9,985
2 Door Sedan, Custom, 6 Passenger, Body #16G8-F1,2
Base Price: $1,873; Shipping Weight: 3,005 Pounds
Production Total: 1,413
2 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #16G8-F3,4
Base Price: $1,969; Shipping Weight: 3,045 Pounds
Production Total: 6,834
2 Door DeLuxe Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #16G8-C3
Base Price: $1,989; Shipping Weight: 3,065 Pounds
Production Total: 6,975
2 Door Regal Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #16G8-C5
Base Price: $2,094; Shipping Weight: 3,065 Pounds
Production Total: 4,639
2 Door Regal Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #16G8-K5
Base Price: $2,282; Shipping Weight: 3,150 Pounds
Production Total: 3,296
2 Door DeLuxe Conestoga Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #16G8-D3,4
Base Price: $2,274; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Pounds
Production Total: 4,280
2 Door Regal Conestoga Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #16G8-D5,6
Base Price: $2,445; Shipping Weight: 3,275 Pounds
Production Total: 2,516
Studebaker President, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #6H-Y3/Y4
Base Price: $2,311; Shipping Weight: 3,165 Pounds
Production Total: 1,021
4 Door Sedan, State, 6 Passenger, Body #6H-Y5/Y6
Base Price: $2,381; Shipping Weight: 3,220 Pounds
Production Total: 14,634
2 Door State Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #6H-C5
Base Price: $2,270; Shipping Weight: 3,110 Pounds
Production Total: 3,327
2 Door State Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #6H-K5
Base Price: $2,456; Shipping Weight: 3,175 Pounds
Production Total: 3,468
2 Door Speedster Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #6H-K7
Base Price: $3,253; Shipping Weight: 3,301 Pounds
Production Total: 2,215
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Champion & Commander: 116.5"
President: 120.5"
Tire Sizes:
Champion: 6.40 X 15"
Champion Station Wagon: 6.70 X 15"
Commander: 6.70 X 15"
President: 7.10 X 15"
1955 STUDEBAKER
Champion, 6 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3" X 4-3/8"
Engine Displacement: 185.6 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 21.60
Horsepower: 101 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 152 Ft. Lbs @ 1,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Commander 8, General Engine Specifications:
Engines Built Prior to January 3, 1955.
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 2-13/16"
Engine Displacement: 224.3 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.61
Horsepower: 140 @ 4,500 RPM
Torque: 202 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Engines Built January 3, 1955 & Later:
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 3-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 259.2 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.61
Horsepower: 162 @ 4,500 RPM
Torque: 250 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
President 8, General Engine Specifications:
Engines Built Prior to January 3, 1955.
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 3-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 259.2 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.61
Horsepower: 175 @ 4,500 RPM
Torque: 250 Ft. Lbs @ 3,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Engines Built January 3, 1955 & Later:
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3-9/16" X 3-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 259.2 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 7.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.61
Horsepower: 185 @ 4,500 RPM
Torque: 258 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, Champion, 6 Cylinder:
Voltage: 6 Volts
Ground Polarity: Positive
Spark Plug Type: Champion J-7
Spark Plug: Gap .030"
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 39 Degrees
Ignition Timing: IGN Mark on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Engine Idle Speed: 550 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 46-50 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking, 130 (Minimum)
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Voltage: 6 Volts
Ground Polarity: Positive
Spark Plug Type: Champion H-11
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .013"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-34 Degree
Ignition Timing: IGN Mark on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Engine Idle Speed: 550 RPM
Cylinder Head Torque: 55-65 Ft Lbs
Compression Pressure @ Cranking, 130 (Minimum)
Valve Specifications:
Champion, 6 Cylinder:
Tappet Clearance, Running Cold:
Intake .016"
Exhaust .016"
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Valve Opens 15 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Valve Closes 10 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure: 98 Lbs @ 1-5/8 "
Valve Lift, Zero Lash:
Intake:.3437"
Exhaust: .3437"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0015"-.0035"
Exhaust .0015"-.0035"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3125"
Exhaust: .3125"
Commander, 8 Cylinder:
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot:
Intake .024"
Exhaust .024"
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Valve Opens 19 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Valve Closes 6 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure: 110 Lbs @ 1-43/64 inches
Valve Lift, Zero Lash:
Intake: .3594"
Exhaust: .3594"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0015"-.0035"
Exhaust .0015"-.0035"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3437"
Exhaust: .3437"
President, 8 Cylinder:
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot:
Intake .024"
Exhaust .024"
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Valve Timing:
Intake Valve Opens 11 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Valve Closes 14 Degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Spring Pressure: 110 Lbs @ 1-43/64 inches
Valve Lift, Zero Lash:
Intake: .3594"
Exhaust: .3594"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0015"-.0035"
Exhaust .0015"-.0035"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3437"
Exhaust: .3437"
Piston, Ring, Wrist Pin, Crankshaft, & Bearing Data:
Champion, 6 Cylinder:
Piston Removal: From Above
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 11 to 16
Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .007"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .7493"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 1.812"-1.813"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Rod End Play: .005"-.009"
Rod Bolt Torque: 28-32 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 3.0623"-3.0628"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.006"
Thrust on Front Bearing
Main Bolt Torque: 88-93 Ft. Lbs.
Commander & President, 8 Cylinder:
Piston Removal: From Above
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 11 to 16
Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .008"
Oil Ring: .008"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .8743"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 1.999"-2.000"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Rod End Play: .008"-.013"
Rod Bolt Torque: 52-54 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5000"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.006"
Thrust on Front Bearing
Main Bolt Torque: 88-93 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Champion:
Cooling System:
10 Quarts Without Heater
11-1/2 Quarts With Heater
Radiator Cap Pressure: 13 PSI
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 1-1/2 Pints
With Overdrive: 2-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Commander:
Cooling System:
17-1/4 Quarts Without Heater
18-3/4 Quarts With Heater
Radiator Cap Pressure: 13 PSI
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 2.4 Pints
With Overdrive: 3.4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
Sedans: 2-1/2 Pints
Station Wagons: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
President:
Cooling System:
17-1/4 Quarts Without Heater
18-3/4 Quarts With Heater
Radiator Cap Pressure: 13 PSI
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 2.4 Pints
With Overdrive: 3.4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Distributor Specifications:
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications - Champion:
Distributor #1AT-4201
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Cam Angle: 39 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .21-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 1,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4"
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 12"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - Commander & President:
Distributor #1110826
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Cam Angle: 28-34 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .013"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,450 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 10-1/2" to 12-1/2" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees
Generator Specifications:
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications:
Generator #GGW-4801E
Ground Polarity: Positive
Generator Output: 45 Amperes @ 2,125 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 5 Volts: 1.4 to 1.5 Amperes
Regulator #VBE-6101A
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 6.5 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .032"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 45 Amperes
Current & Voltage Air Gap: .050"
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications:
Generator #1102778
Ground Polarity: Positive
Generator Output: 45 Amperes @ 2,450 RPM
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.87 to 2.0 Amperes
Regulator #1118950
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 6.3 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .020"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 7.1 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 45 Amperes
Current & Voltage Air Gap: .075"
Starting Motor Specifications:
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications-Champion:
Part #MZ-4157
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 68 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 4,000 RPM
Lock Test: 280 Amperes, 2.0 Volts @ 4.4 Ft Lbs Torque
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications-Commander:
Part #1107115, 1107116
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 24 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 5.65 Volts @ 5,500 RPM
Lock Test: 550 Amperes, 3.25 Volts @ 11 Ft Lbs Torque
Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:
Champion:
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.006"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims
Axle Shaft End Play: .003"-.006"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Commander & President:
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.006"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Shims
Axle Shaft End Play: .003"-.006"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/16"
Rear: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
All Series:
Caster: - 1-3/4 Degrees
Camber: + 1/2 Degrees
Toe-In: 1/16" to 1/8"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 22-1/2 to 23-1/2 Degrees
Kingpin Inclination: 6 Degrees @ 0 Camber
Carburetor Specifications:
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: WE
Carburetor #2108S
Float Level: 3/8"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Pump Adjustment Using Gauge T109-117S: 14
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Anti-Percolator Adjustment: With throttle valve open .030", there should be .025" clearance between rocker arm & pump arm.
Fast Idle Adjustment: .046"
Unloader Adjustment: 3/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: WW
Carburetor Code #6-112F
Fuel Level: 5/8"
Float Setting: 3/16"
Fast Idle Setting: .105"-.135"
Wide Open Kick Setting: .203"-.265"
Carburetor Model: WW
Carburetor Code #6-115, 6-116
Fuel Level: 5/8"
Float Setting: 3/16"
Fast Idle Setting: .105"-.135"
Wide Open Kick Setting: .203"-.265"
Choke Setting: Index
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Model: WCFB
Carburetor #2330S-B
Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1/2 to 1-1/2
Float Level:
Primary: 3/16"
Secondary: 3/16"
Float Drop:
Primary: 11/16"
Secondary: 11/16"
Fast Idle: .024"
Unloader: 1/8"
Secondary throttle Lever: .017"-.022"
Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Model: WCFB
Carburetor #2214S-A-B, 2219S-A-B
Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1/2 to 1-1/2
Float Level:
Primary: 3/16"
Secondary: 3/16"
Float Drop:
Primary: 11/16"
Secondary: 11/16"
Fast Idle: .024"
Unloader: 1/8"
Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Popular Options:
Power Steering, Power Brakes, 8 Tube Radio, 6 Tube Radio, Rear Seat Speaker, Heater & Defroster, Air Conditioning (Except Champion), Power Seats, Power Windows, Hill Holder, Turn Signals, Fender Ornaments, Exhaust Deflectors, Outside Rear View Mirror, License Plate Frames, Door Handle Guards, Fuel Door Guard, Fender Skirts, Wheel Covers, Wire Type Wheel Covers, Wheel Trim Rings, Imitaition Sportster Knock-Off Hubs, Grille Guards, Fog Light Bumperettes, Floor Mats, Accelerator Pedal Cover, Locking Gas Cap, Spotlight with Rear View Mirror, Back-Up Lights, Electric Clock, Tissue Dispensor, Custom Luggage, Vanity Visor Mirror, Outside Sun Visor, Vent Shades, Glare-Proof Rear View Mirror, Windshield Washer, Trunk Light, Underhood Light, Glove Compartment Light, Electric Clock, Booster Horn, Rear Window Defroster, Tire Chains, Electric Wipers for Champion, Radiator Water Filter, Overdrive, Automatic Transmission, Power Pack for Commander.
1955 Studebaker Historical Data:
Total 1955 Studebaker Production was 133,827.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Starliner 2 Door Hardtop
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