1962 STUDEBAKER

1962 STUDEBAKER

Model Designations:

Studebaker, Lark VI, Model 62S, 6 Cylinder

Studebaker, Gran Turismo Hawk, Model 62S, 6 Cylinder

Studebaker, Lark VII, Model 62V, 8 Cylinder

Studebaker, Gran Turismo Hawk V-8, Model 62V, 8 Cylinder

Studebaker Lark VI, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-Y4

Base Price: $2,040; Shipping Weight: 2,765 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-Y6

Base Price: $2,190; Shipping Weight: 2,765 Pounds

4 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-Y3

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 2,830 Pounds

2 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-F4

Base Price: $1,935; Shipping Weight: 2,655 Pounds

2 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-F3

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 2,765 Pounds

2 Door Hardtop, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-J6

Base Price: $2,218; Shipping Weight: 2,765 Pounds

2 Door Daytona Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-J8

Base Price: $2,308; Shipping Weight: 2,765 Pounds

4 Door Deluxe Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-P4

Base Price: $2,405; Shipping Weight: 3,000 Pounds

4 Door Regal Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-P6

Base Price: $2,555; Shipping Weight: 3,000 Pounds

4 Door Heavy Duty Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-P3

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 2,935 Pounds

2 Door Regal Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-L6

Base Price: $2,589; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Pounds

2 Door Daytona Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-L8

Base Price: $2,679; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Pounds

4 Door RegalCruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-Y8

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

4 Door Taxi, 6 Passenger, Body #62S-Y1

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 2,970 Pounds

Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hawk G.T Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #62S-K6

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

Studebaker Lark VIII, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-Y4

Base Price: $2,175; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-Y6

Base Price: $2,325; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds

4 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-Y3

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 3,070 Pounds

2 Door Sedan, DeLuxe, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-F4

Base Price: $2,070; Shipping Weight: 2,925 Pounds

2 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-F3

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 3,005 Pounds

2 Door Hardtop, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-J6

Base Price: $2,353; Shipping Weight: 3,015 Pounds

2 Door Daytona Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-J8

Base Price: $2,443; Shipping Weight: 3,015 Pounds

4 Door DeLuxe Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-P4

Base Price: $2,540; Shipping Weight: 3,130 Pounds

4 Door Regal Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-P6

Base Price: $2,690; Shipping Weight: 3,130 Pounds

4 Door Heavy Duty Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-P3

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 3,175 Pounds

2 Door Regal Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-L6

Base Price: $2,724; Shipping Weight: 3,305 Pounds

2 Door Daytona Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body #62V-L8

Base Price: $2,814; Shipping Weight: 3,305 Pounds

4 Door Sedan, Regal Cruiser, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-Y8

Base Price: $2,493; Shipping Weight: 3,030 Pounds

4 Door Taxi, 6 Passenger, Body #62V-Y1

Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 3,170 Pounds

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

2 Door Hawk G.T. Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #62V-K6

Base Price: $3,095; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Pounds

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Hardtops, Convertibles & 2 Door Sedans: 109"

4 Door Sedans & Station Wagons: 113"

Gran Turismo Hawk: 120.5"

Tire Sizes:

Lark VI (Except Convertible): 6.00 X 15"

Lark VIII (Except Convertible), Lark VI Convertible, G.T. Hawk 6, & Taxi 6: 6.50 X 15"

G.T. Hawk V-8, Lark VIII Convertible, & Taxi V-8: 6.70 X 15"

1962 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: 8.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 21.60

Horsepower: 112 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 154 Ft. Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 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: 8.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 40.61

Horsepower: 180 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 260 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI

195 Horsepower Engine:

Carburetor Type: 4 Barrel

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

Bore & Stroke: 3.5625" X 3.250"

Engine Displacement: 259 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 40.61

Horsepower: 195 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 265 Ft. Lbs @ 3,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI

210 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: 8.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 40.61

Horsepower: 210 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 300 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 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: 8.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 40.61

Horsepower: 225 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 305 Ft. Lbs @ 3,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 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, 140 (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: 27-31 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, 145 (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: 27-31 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, 145 (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-4403B

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: 13 Degrees @ 900 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 259 & 289 Cu. In. Engines:

Distributor #1BP-4108

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Cam Angle: 27-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-22 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum

Generator Specifications:

Auto-Lite Generator Specifications:

Generator #GJP-7402E

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 #VBO4223F1

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.8 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .026"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.6 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 #MDU-7025, MDU-7026

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

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

Lock Test: 425 Amperes, 6.0 Volts @ 11.0 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: 1-1/4 Turns

Float Level: 3/16"

Fast Idle Cam Position: 9/64"

Choke Unloader Adjustment: .196"

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

Model: WCFB

Carburetor #3419S, 3422S

Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1

Fast Idle: .020"

Throttle Return Dashpot: None

Float Level:

Primary: 9/64"

Secondary: 3/16"

Float Drop:

Primary: 11/16"

Secondary: 11/16"

Choke Unloader: 1/8"

Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Model: WCFB

Carburetor #3420S, 3423S

Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1

Fast Idle: .020"

Throttle Return Dashpot: 5/8"

Float Level:

Primary: 9/64"

Secondary: 3/16"

Float Drop:

Primary: 11/16"

Secondary: 11/16"

Choke Unloader: 1/8"

Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor #AS-3370S, 3372S

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, Sky Top Sun Roof, 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, 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.

Special Options for Gran Turismo Hawk:

Rear Deck Lid Antenna, Air Flow Wheel Covers, Aero Strut Wheel Covers, Tachometer for 8 Cylinder Models.

1962 Studebaker Historical Data:

Total 1962 Studebaker Production was 102,387, broken down as follows:

Six & Eight Cylinder Combined Production:

4 Door Sedans, except Taxi: 49,961

2 Door Sedans: 19,196

Gran Turismo Hawk: 9,335

2 Door Hardtop: 8,480

Station Wagons: 10,552

Convertibles: 2,681

Taxicabs: 2,212

During 1962, Packard was dropped from the corporate name.

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Plastic: Lark 2 Door Hardtop & Lark Convertible