1961 STUDEBAKER

1961 STUDEBAKER

Model Designations:

Studebaker, Lark VI, Model 61S, 6 Cylinder

Studebaker, Hawk, Model 61S, 6 Cylinder

Studebaker, Lark VII, Model 61V, 8 Cylinder

Studebaker, Hawk V-8, Model 61V, 8 Cylinder

Studebaker Lark VI, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-W4

Base Price: $2,005; Shipping Weight: 2,665 Pounds

Production Total: 15,891

4 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-W6

Base Price: $2,155; Shipping Weight: 2,692 Pounds

Production Total: 3,802

2 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-F4

Base Price: $1,935; Shipping Weight: 2,661 Pounds

Production Total: 12,571

2 Door Hardtop, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-J6

Base Price: $2,243; Shipping Weight: 2,770 Pounds

Production Total: 1,870

2 Door DeLuxe Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-D4

Base Price: $2,290; Shipping Weight: 2,836 Pounds

Production Total: 1,210

4 Door Deluxe Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-P4

Base Price: $2,370; Shipping Weight: 2,865 Pounds

Production Total: 2,924

4 Door Regal Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-P6

Base Price: $2,520; Shipping Weight: 2,870 Pounds

Production Total: 693

2 Door Regal Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-L6

Base Price: $2,554; Shipping Weight: 3,034 Pounds

Production Total: 979

4 Door RegalCruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-Y6

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: N/A

Production Total: 24

4 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #61S-Y1

Base Price: $2,252; Shipping Weight: 2,943 Pounds

Production Total: 1,108

Studebaker Hawk, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hawk Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #61S-C6

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: N/A

Production Total: 296

Studebaker Lark VIII, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-W4

Base Price: $2,140; Shipping Weight: 2,941 Pounds

Production Total: 7,343

4 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-W6

Base Price: $2,290; Shipping Weight: 2,966 Pounds

Production Total: 3,202

2 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-F4

Base Price: $2,070; Shipping Weight: 2,921 Pounds

Production Total: 2,003

2 Door Hardtop, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-J6

Base Price: $2,378; Shipping Weight: 3,034 Pounds

Production Total: 1,666

2 Door DeLuxe Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-D4

Base Price: $2,425; Shipping Weight: 3,112 Pounds

Production Total: 1,177

4 Door DeLuxe Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-P4

Base Price: $2,505; Shipping Weight: 3,161 Pounds

Production Total: 1,815

4 Door Regal Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-P6

Base Price: $2,655; Shipping Weight: 3,166 Pounds

Production Total: 1,851

2 Door Regal Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-L6

Base Price: $2,689; Shipping Weight: 3,315 Pounds

Production Total: 1,002

4 Door Sedan, Regal Cruiser, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-Y6

Base Price: $2,458; Shipping Weight: 3,001 Pounds

Production Total: 5,232

4 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #61V-Y1

Base Price: $2,389; Shipping Weight: 3,225 Pounds

Production Total: 222

Studebaker Hawk V-8, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hawk Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #61V-C6

Base Price: $2,650; Shipping Weight: 3,207 Pounds

Production Total: 3,663

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Hardtops, Convertibles & Sedans, Except Cruiser & Heavy Duty: 108.5"

Crusiser and Heavy Duty Sedans & Station Wagons: 113"

Tire Sizes:

Lark VI (Except Convertible): 6.00 X 15"

Lark VIII (Except Convertible), Lark VI Convertible, Hawk 6, & Heavy Duty 6: 6.50 X 15"

Hawk V-8, Lark VIII Convertible, & Heavy Duty Sedans V-8: 6.70 X 15"

1961 STUDEBAKER

Lark VI, & Hawk, 6 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3" X 4"

Engine Displacement: 170 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.30:1

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 112 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 154 Ft. Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Lark VIII & Silver Hawk, 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

180 Horsepower Engine:

Carburetor Type: 2 Barrel

Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.5625" X 3.250"

Engine Displacement: 259 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.80:1

Taxable Horsepower: 40.61

Horsepower: 180 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 260 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

200 Horsepower Engine:

Carburetor Type: 2 Barrel

Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.5625" X 3.625"

Engine Displacement: 289 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.80:1

Taxable Horsepower: 40.61

Horsepower: 200 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 295 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

210 Horsepower Engine, Dual Exhaust:

Carburetor Type: 2 Barrel

Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.5625" X 3.625"

Engine Displacement: 289 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.80:1

Taxable Horsepower: 40.61

Horsepower: 210 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 300 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

225 Horsepower Engine, Dual Exhaust:

Carburetor Type: 4 Barrel

Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.5625" X 3.625"

Engine Displacement: 289 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.80:1

Taxable Horsepower: 40.61

Horsepower: 225 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 305 Ft. Lbs @ 3,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder:

Voltage: 12 Volts

Ground Polarity: Negative

Spark Plug Type: Champion H14Y

Spark Plug: Gap .030"

Point Gap: .020"

Distributor Cam Angle: 37-41 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Neutral (A/C on Full)

Compression Pressure @ Cranking, 150 (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 259 Cu. In.:

Voltage: 12 Volts

Ground Polarity: Negative

Spark Plug Type: Champion H14Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .016"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Neutral (A/C on Full)

Compression Pressure @ Cranking, 155 (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI

Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 289 Cu. In.:

Voltage: 12 Volts

Ground Polarity: Negative

Spark Plug Type: Champion H14Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .016"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Neutral (A/C on Full)

Compression Pressure @ Cranking, 155 (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/2 to 7 PSI

Engine Tightening Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 46-50 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 25-30 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 13-17 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 20 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 28-32 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85-95 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 33-35 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 130-140 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder Engine, 259 Cu. In.:

Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 55-65 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 26-30 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 25-30 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 13-17 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 52-54 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85-95 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 33-35 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 130-140 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder Engine, 289 Cu. In.:

Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 55-65 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 26-30 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 25-30 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 13-17 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 52-54 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85-95 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 33-35 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 130-140 Ft. Lbs.

Valve Specifications:

6 Cylinder:

Valve Lash, Cold:

Intake .026"

Exhaust .026"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 2-1/32"

Valve Spring Pressure: 110 Lbs @ 1-43/64 "

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0015"-.0035"

Exhaust .0015"-.0035"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3415"

Exhaust: .3415"

8 Cylinder:

Valve Lash, Cold:

Intake .026"

Exhaust .026"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 2-1/32"

Valve Spring Pressure: 110 Lbs @ 1-43/64 "

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0015"-.0035"

Exhaust .0015"-.0035"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3437"

Exhaust: .3437"

Piston, Ring, Wrist Pin, Crankshaft, & Bearing Data:

6 Cylinder:

Piston Removal: From Above

Fitting Pistons:

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"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 3.0623"-3.0628"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"

Thrust on Bearing # - Controlled by Shims at Front Main Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.006"

8 Cylinder:

Piston Removal: From Above

Fitting Pistons:

Shim Thickness: .002"

Pounds Pull on Scale: 8 to 13

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"-.0025"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5000"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"

Thrust on Bearing # - Controlled by Shims at Front Main Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.006"

Capacities:

6 Cylinder:

Cooling System:

11 Quarts Without Heater

12 Quarts With Heater

12 Quarts With Air Conditioning

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 13 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 2.3 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

8 Cylinder:

Cooling System:

17 Quarts Without Heater

18-1/2 Quarts With Heater

18-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 13 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 3.8 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints

Distributor Specifications:

6 Cylinder:

Distributor #1AT-4403

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .020"

Cam Angle: 37-41 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-22 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 Degree @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 1,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 259 Cu. In. Engine:

Distributor #1110969

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Cam Angle: 26-33 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 300 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,150 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 289 Cu. In. Engine:

Distributor #1110864

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Cam Angle: 26-33 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,125 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum

Generator Specifications:

Auto-Lite Generator Specifications:

Generator #GJP-7102C

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator Output: 35 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current: 1.6 to 1.7 Amperes

Regulator #VBO.6201A

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 13.0 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .027"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.2 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes

Current & Voltage Air Gap: .050"

Delco-Remy Generator Specifications:

Generator #1102003

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator Output: 30 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Direction of Rotation: Clockwise

Field Current: 1.48 to 1.62 Amperes

Regulator #1119123

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.6 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .020"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes

Current & Voltage Air Gap: .075"

Starting Motor Specifications:

Starting Motor Specifications-6 Cylinder:

Part #MDU-7005

Brush Spring Tension: 42 Ounces

No Load Test: 55 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 5,200 RPM

Lock Test: 425 Amperes, 6.0 Volts @ 11.0 Ft Lbs Torque

Starting Motor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Part #1107900

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

No Load Test: 75 Amperes, 10.3 Volts @ 6,900 RPM

Lock Test: 435 Amperes, 10.5 Volts @ 5.8 Ft Lbs Torque

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:

6 Cylinder:

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .003"

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .003"-.006"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: 10-20 Inch Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter:

Front: 10"

Rear: 9"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1"

Rear: 13/6"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

8 Cylinder:

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .003"

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .003"-.006"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: 10-20 Inch Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter:

Front: 11

Rear: 10

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/16

Rear: 7/8

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Series:

Caster: - 1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1/2 Degrees

Right: + 1/2 Degrees

Toe-In:

Manual Steering: 3/16" to 1/4"

Power Steering: 1/16" to 1/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 24 Degrees

Carburetor Specifications:

Stormberg Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model: WW6

Idle Screw Setting: 1-3/4 Turns

Float Level: 3/16"

Choke Unloader Adjustment: .192"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle Speed: .030"

Throttle Dashpot Return: 1/16"

Carter Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor #AS-2876S, 2934S, SA

Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1/4 to 1-1/4

Fast Idle Speed: .045"

Float Level: 1/4"

Choke Unloader: 3/16"

Choke Setting: Index

Model: WCFB

Carburetor #2829S, 2830S

Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1/4 to 1-1/2

Fast Idle: .020"

Throttle Return Dashpot: 1/16"

Float Level:

Primary: 3/16"

Secondary: 3/16"

Float Drop:

Primary: 11/16"

Secondary: 11/16"

Choke Unloader: 9/64"

Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor #AS-3159S, 3161S

Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1 to 1-1/2

Fast Idle Speed: .065"

Float Level: 1/4"

Choke Unloader: 3/16"

Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Popular Options:

Power Steering for 8 Cylinder Cars, Heater & Defroster, Air Conditioning, Power Brakes, Hill Holder, Reclining Front Seats, Rear Facing 3rd Seat for Station Wagons, Pushbutton Transistor Radio, Manual Tuning Tube Radio, Transistor Signal Seeking Push Button Radio, Tinted Glass, ReelType Crown Antenna, Dual Rear Antennas, Rear Seat Speaker, Imitation Tire Cover on Deck Lid, Exhaust Deflectors, Outside Rear View Mirrors, Bumper Guards, License Plate Frames, Lark Hood Ornament, Door Handle Guards, Fuel Door Guard, Locking Gas Cap, Fulll Wheel Copvers, Imitation Spoke Wheel Covers, Windshield Washer, Rear Safety Door Locks, Seat Belts, Back Up Lights, Spotlight, Glove Compartment Light, Electric Clock, Tachometer for Silver Hawk 8 Cylinder, Vanity Visor Mirror, Traffic Light Viewer, Cigarette Llighter, Tissue Dispenser, Padded Dash, Padded Sun Visors, Luggage Carrier for Station Wagon, Tripod Jack, Undercoating, Fuel Line Filter, Oil Filter, Twin Traction Differential, Automatic Transmission, 4 Barrel Carburetor & Dual Exhausts for 8 Cylinder Cars.

1961 Studebaker Historical Data:

Total 1961 Studebaker Production was 67,213.

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Plastic: Lark 2 Door Hardtop