1963 STUDEBAKER
Model Designations:
Studebaker, Lark VI, Model 63S, 6 Cylinder
Studebaker, Gran Turismo Hawk, Model 63S, 6 Cylinder
Studebaker, Lark VII, Model 63V, 8 Cylinder
Studebaker, Gran Turismo Hawk V-8, Model 63V, 8 Cylinder
Studebaker Avanti, Model 63R, 8 Cylinder
Studebaker Lark VI, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, Standard, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-Y2
Base Price: $2,040; Shipping Weight: 2,735 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-Y4
Base Price: $2,160; Shipping Weight: 2,750 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, Custom, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-Y6
Base Price: $2,285; Shipping Weight: 2,750 Pounds
4 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-Y3
Base Price: $2,201; Shipping Weight: 2,830 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, Standard, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-F2
Base Price: $1,935; Shipping Weight: 2,610 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-F4
Base Price: $2,055; Shipping Weight: 2,610 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, Custom, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-F6
Base Price: $2,180; Shipping Weight: 2,610 Pounds
2 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-F3
Base Price: $2,096; Shipping Weight: 2,765 Pounds
2 Door Daytona Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-J8
Base Price: $2,308; Shipping Weight: 2,775 Pounds
4 Door Standard Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-P2
Base Price: $2,430; Shipping Weight: 2,945 Pounds
4 Door Regal Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-P4
Base Price: $2,550; Shipping Weight: 3,200 Pounds
4 Door Custom Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-P6
Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 3,200 Pounds
4 Door Daytona Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-P6
Base Price: $2,700; Shipping Weight: 3,245 Pounds
4 Door Heavy Duty Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-P3
Base Price: $2,591; Shipping Weight: 2,935 Pounds
2 Door Daytona Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-L8
Base Price: $2,679; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds
4 Door Cruiser Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-Y8
Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: N/A
4 Door Taxi, 6 Passenger, Body #63S-Y1
Base Price: $2,328; Shipping Weight: 2,970 Pounds
Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hawk G.T Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #63S-K6
Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: N/A
Studebaker Lark VIII, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, Standard, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-Y2
Base Price: $2,175; Shipping Weight: 2,935 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-Y4
Base Price: $2,295; Shipping Weight: 2,970 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, Custom, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-Y6
Base Price: $2,420; Shipping Weight: 2,970 Pounds
4 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-Y3
Base Price: $2,336; Shipping Weight: 3,070 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, Standard, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-F2
Base Price: $2,070; Shipping Weight: 2,875 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, Regal, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-F4
Base Price: $2,190; Shipping Weight: 2,875 Pounds
2 Door Sedan, Custom, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-F6
Base Price: $2,315; Shipping Weight: 2,875 Pounds
2 Door Heavy Duty Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-F3
Base Price: $2,231; 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 #63V-J8
Base Price: $2,443; Shipping Weight: 2,975 Pounds
4 Door Standard Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-P2
Base Price: $2,565; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Pounds
4 Door Regal Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-P4
Base Price: $2,685; Shipping Weight: 3,450 Pounds
4 Door Custom Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-P6
Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 3,450 Pounds
4 Door Daytona Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-P8
Base Price: $2,835; Shipping Weight: 3,490 Pounds
4 Door Heavy Duty Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-P3
Base Price: $2,726; Shipping Weight: 3,175 Pounds
2 Door Daytona Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body #63V-L8
Base Price: $2,814; Shipping Weight: 3,240 Pounds
4 Door Sedan, Cruiser, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-Y8
Base Price: $2,595; Shipping Weight: 3,030 Pounds
4 Door Taxi, 6 Passenger, Body #63V-Y1
Base Price: $2,465; Shipping Weight: 3,170 Pounds
Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk V-8, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hawk G.T. Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #63V-K6
Base Price: $3,095; Shipping Weight: 3,230 Pounds
Studebaker Avanti, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #R-Q
Base Price: $4,445; Shipping Weight: 3,148 Pounds
Total Production: 3,834
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Hardtops, Convertibles, 2 Door Sedans, & Avanti: 109"
4 Door Sedans & Station Wagons: 113"
Gran Turismo Hawk: 120.5"
Tire Sizes:
Lark VI (Except Convertible, Station Wagon): 6.00 X 15"
Lark VIII (Except Convertible), Lark VI Convertible, G.T. Hawk 6, & Taxi 6: 6.50 X 15"
Avanti, G.T. Hawk V-8, Lark VIII Convertible, & Taxi V-8: 6.70 X 15"
1963 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: 8.25:1
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: 8.50:1
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: 8.50:1
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: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.61
Horsepower: 210 @ 4,500 RPM
Torque: 300 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI
225 Horsepower Engine:
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: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.61
Horsepower: 225 @ 4,500 RPM
Torque: 305 Ft. Lbs @ 3,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI
Avanti, R-1, Standard Engine:
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: 10.25:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.61
Horsepower: 240 @ 4,500 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI
Avanti, R-1, Supercharged Engine:
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: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.61
Horsepower: 289 @ ? RPM
Torque: Not Available
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. Standard Engine:
Voltage: 12 Volts
Ground Polarity: Negative
Spark Plug Type: Champion H14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
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., Jet Thrust Engine:
Voltage: 12 Volts
Ground Polarity: Negative
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap:
With 1-1/4" Breaker Arm: .017"
With 1" Breaker Arm: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle:
With 1-1/4" Breaker Arm: Each set: 26-32 Degrees, Total Dwell both sets: 36-42 Degrees.
With 1" Breaker Arm: Each set: 22-36 Degrees, Total Dwell both sets: 32-36 Degrees.
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 650 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Neutral (A/C on Full)
Compression Pressure @ Cranking, 160 (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/2 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 289 Cu. In., Super Jet Engine:
Voltage: 12 Volts
Ground Polarity: Negative
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap:
With 1-1/4" Breaker Arm: .017"
With 1" Breaker Arm: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle:
With 1-1/4" Breaker Arm: Each set: 26-32 Degrees, Total Dwell both sets: 36-42 Degrees.
With 1" Breaker Arm: Each set: 22-36 Degrees, Total Dwell both sets: 32-36 Degrees.
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 24 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 650 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Neutral (A/C on Full)
Compression Pressure @ Cranking, 160 (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, Standard Engines:
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: .3427"
Exhaust: .3437"
8 Cylinder, Jet & Super Jet Engines:
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: 155 Lbs @ 1-5/8 "
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, Except Avanti:
Cooling System:
17 Quarts Without Heater
18 Quarts With Heater
18 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
8 Cylinder, Avanti:
Cooling System:
17 Quarts Without Heater
18 Quarts With Heater
18 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3.8 Pints
4 Speed: 2.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 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
8 Cylinder, Jet Thrust Engine, With 1-1/4" Breaker Arm:
Distributor #1BS-4012
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Cam Angle: Each Set 26 to 32 Degrees; Total Dwell for Both Sets: 36 to 42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 27-31 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, Jet Thrust Engine, With 1" Breaker Arm:
Distributor #1BS-4012
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .019"
Cam Angle: Each Set 22 to 26 Degrees; Total Dwell for Both Sets: 33 to 36 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 21-25 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, Super Jet Thrust Engine, With 1-1/4" Breaker Arm:
Distributor #1BS-4012S
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Cam Angle: Each Set 26 to 32 Degrees; Total Dwell for Both Sets: 36 to 42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 27-31 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 300 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, Super Jet Thrust Engine, With 1" Breaker Arm:
Distributor #1BS-4012S
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .019"
Cam Angle: Each Set 21 to 25 Degrees; Total Dwell for Both Sets: 33 to 36 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 27-31 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum
Alternator Specifications:
All Except Avanti:
Make of Alternator: Presolite
Model #: ALK-5001
Ground Polarity: Negative
Field Coil Draw: 2.33-2.44 Amperes @ 10 Volts
Maximum charging Rate @ 70 Degrees: 35 Amperes @ 14.2 Volts
Regulator Model: VTB-6201A
Avanti:
Make of Alternator: Presolite
Model #: ALE-5003
Ground Polarity: Negative
Field Coil Draw: 2.33-2.44 Amperes @ 10 Volts
Maximum charging Rate @ 70 Degrees: 35 Amperes @ 14.2 Volts
Regulator Model: VBV-6221A
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"
Avanti, 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: Has Disc Brakes in Front
Rear: 101Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 2-1/8"
Rear: 3/4
Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"
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: AFB
Carburetor #3589S, 3506S, 3507S, 3588S
Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1
Float Level:
Primary: 3/8"
Secondary: 3/8"
Float Drop:
Primary: 23/32"
Secondary: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 27/64"
Choke Unloader: 5/32"
Choke Setting: Index
Model: RBS
Carburetor # All Models
Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1/4 to 1-1/4
Fast Idle Speed: .052"
Float Level: 15/32"
Pump Travel: 1/16"
Choke Unloader: 5/32"
Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Model: AFB
Carburetor #3540S
Idle Screw Turns to Open: 1
Fast Idle Speed: .042"
Float Level:
Primary: 9/32"
Secondary: 9/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 23/32"
Secondary: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 27/64"
Choke Unloader: 5/32"
Choke Setting: Index
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.
Avanti Options:
AM Radio, AM-FM Pushbutton Radio, Rear Speaker, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, White Wall Tires, Tinted Glass, License Plate Frames, Locking Gas Cap, Seat Belts, Automatic Transmission, Automatic Transmission No-Creep, Windshield Washer, Underhood Light.
1963 Studebaker Historical Data:
Total 1963 Studebaker Production was 83,845, broken down as follows:
Six & Eight Cylinder Combined Production:
4 Door Sedans, except Taxi: 40,113
2 Door Sedans: 17,401
Gran Turismo Hawk: 4,634
2 Door Hardtop: 3,763
Station Wagons: 11,915
Convertibles: 1,015
Taxicabs: 1,170
Avanti: 3,834
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
None.
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