1936 Plymouth Model P1 Detailed Specifications

Detailed specifications, including tolerances and tune-up data are from [Chrysler 1934a] unless otherwise noted.

1. Axle, FrontRigid, Reverse Elliot [Chrysler 1945 32]
   1. Camber0° to +3/4°, 1/4° preferred [Chrysler 1945 32]
   2. Caster1° to 3°, 2° preferred [Chrysler 1945 32]
   3. Toe-in1/32" [Chrysler 1945 32]
   4. King pin angle9° to 10° [Chrysler 1945 32]
   5. King pin bushing—ream after installing0.7960" to 0.7975" [Chrysler 1945 32]
2. Axle, RearSemi-floating [Chrysler 1945 51]
   1. Gear driveSpiral bevel [Chrysler 1945 51]
   2. Drive gear and pinion backlash0.006" to 0.008" [Chrysler 1945 51]
   3. Differential side gear and pinion clearance0.004" to 0.012" [Chrysler 1945 51]
   4. Axle shaft end play0.004" to 0.008" [Chrysler 1945 51]
   5. Drive pinion bearing draw tension0.004" to 0.008" [Chrysler 1945 51]
   6. Pinion bearing adjustmentShims [Chrysler 1945 51]
   7. Axle shaft bearing adjustmentShims [Chrysler 1945 51]
   8. Lubricant capacity3-1/4 pints [Chrysler 1945 51]
3. Battery
   1. Cells3
   2. Voltage6
   3. Specific Gravity
      1. Charged1.250
      2. Discharged1.150
4. Brake, HandExternal Contracting
   1. LocationRear of transmission
   2. Band Clearance at Drum0.020" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   3. Drum Diameter6" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   4. Lining Width2" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   5. Lining Thickness5/32" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   6. Lining Length18 13/32" [Chrysler 1945 76]
5. Brake, ServiceHydraulic Internal Expanding
   1. Clearance — Toe0.012" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   2. Clearance — Heel0.006" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   3. Pedal free play1/4" to 3/8" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   4. Drum Diameter10" (11" on 7 passenger model) [Chrysler 1945 76]
   5. Lining Width2" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   6. Lining Length
      1. Front Wheel, Front Shoe9 29/32" [Chrysler 1945 76]
      2. Front Wheel, Rear Shoe9 29/32" [Chrysler 1945 76]
      3. Rear Wheel, Front Shoe9 29/32" [Chrysler 1945 76]
      4. Rear Wheel, Rear Shoe7 25/64" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   7. Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter
      1. Front Wheel, Front Shoe1 1/4" [Chrysler 1945 76]
      2. Front Wheel, Rear Shoe1 3/8" [Chrysler 1945 76]
      3. Rear Wheel, Front Shoe1 1/8" [Chrysler 1945 76]
      4. Rear Wheel, Rear Shoe1 1/4" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   8. Master Cylinder Bore1 1/4" [Chrysler 1945 76]
   9. Cylinder piston clearance (wheel and master)0.001" to 0.003" [Chrysler 1945 76]
6. Clutch
   1. Release Bearing TypeBall, prelubricated [Chrysler 1945 88]
   2. Free pedal travel1" [Chrysler 1945 88]
   3. Lever heightAdjust with fixture [Chrysler 1945 88]
   4. Cover screws, tightning torque15 to 20 pounds [Chrysler 1945 88]
   5. 9 1/4" clutch
      1. Clutch assembly model number869 or 918 [Chrysler 1945 88]
      2. Facing dimensions5 5/8" x 9 1/4" x 0.133" [Chrysler 1945 88]
   6. 10" clutch
      1. Clutch assembly model number899 or 913 [Chrysler 1945 88]
      2. Facing dimensions6" x 10" x 1/8" [Chrysler 1945 88]
7. CoolingPump
   1. Capacity15 quarts[SK 2002 27]
   2. Thermostat starts to open150° to 155° [Chrysler 1945 96]
   3. Thermostat fully open185° [Chrysler 1945 96]
   4. Hose inside diameter
      1. Inlet1 3/4" [Chrysler 1945 96]
      2. Outlet — upper1 1/2" [Chrysler 1945 96]
      3. Outlet — lower1 1/2" [Chrysler 1945 96]
   5. Hose Length
      1. Inlet8 3/4" [Chrysler 1945 96]
      2. Outlet — upper3 1/2" [Chrysler 1945 96]
      3. Outlet — lower5 1/4" [Chrysler 1945 96]
   6. Water pump shaft end play0.003" [Chrysler 1945 96]
8. EngineL-Head [Chrysler 1945 101]
   1. Number of Cylinders6 [SK 2002 27]
   2. Bore3-1/8" [Chrysler 1945 11]
   3. Stroke4-3/8" [Chrysler 1945 11]
   4. Piston Displacement201.3 cu.in. [Chrysler 1945 11]
   5. Taxable horsepower23.44 [Chrysler 1945 11]
   6. Brake horsepower82 @ 3600 RPM [Chrysler 1945 11]
   7. Compression Ratio6.7 to 1 [Chrysler 1945 11]
   8. Compression Pressure114 at cranking speed [SK 2002 27]
9. Fuel SystemPump
   1. Tank capacity15 gal.
10. Ignition
    1. Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
    2. DistributorAuto-Lite IGS-4003-B-1 [Chrysler 1945 144]
    3. Timing4° A.T.D.C. [Chrysler 1945 144]
    4. Breaker Points
       1. Breaker point gap0.020" [Chrysler 1945 144]
       2. Cam Angle (Degrees)38° [Chrysler 1945 144]
       3. Spring Tension17 to 20 oz. [Chrysler 1945 144]
    5. Max. shaft bushing wear0.008" [Chrysler 1945 144]
    6. Condenser0.25 to 0.28 mfd. [Chrysler 1945 144]
    7. Mechanical Advance[Chrysler 1945 144]
       1. 350 RPM0°
       2. 400 RPM3°
       3. 620 RPM5°
       4. 940 RPM8°
       5. 1150 RPM10°
    8. Vacuum Advance[Chrysler 1945 144]
       1. 6 3/4 in. Vacuum2°
       2. 14 in. Vacuum11°
    9. Spark Plugs14 mm [Chrysler 1945 144]
       1. Gap0.025 inches [Chrysler 1945 144]
       2. Original PlugsAC K9 [SK 2002 27]
11. Lamps
    1. Head2331[NAPA 1937]
    2. Park55[NAPA 1937]
    3. Instrument63[NAPA 1937]
    4. Dome87[NAPA 1937]
    5. Stop and Tail1158[NAPA 1937]
    6. Fuse(s)
       1. Back of Ammeter20 amp.[NAPA 1937]
       2. Generator Field6 amp.[NAPA 1937]
       3. Dual Horn20 amp. (next to starter)[NAPA 1937]
12. Lubrication, Engine
    1. TypePressure [Chrysler 1945 101]
    2. Oil Pump TypeGear [Chrysler 1945 101]
    3. Oil pump driven byCamshaft [Chrysler 1945 101]
    4. Oil pressure, normal, above 30 M.P.H.30 to 40 pounds [Chrysler 1945 101]
    5. Oil capacity5 quarts[SK 2002 27]
13. Valves
    1. Tappet clearance
       1. Hot engine
          1. Inlet0.006"[SK 2002 27]
          2. Exhaust0.008"[SK 2002 27]
       2. For valve timing
          1. Inlet0.011"[SK 2002 27]