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Technical 1955 pontiac front track width

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by 55 dude, Dec 27, 2015.

  1. 55 dude
    Joined: Jun 19, 2006
    Posts: 9,357

    55 dude
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    someone here have the front track width of a 55 pontiac wagon? thanks!
     
  2. trifivepreserver
    Joined: May 14, 2012
    Posts: 24

    trifivepreserver
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    from concord nc

    55 Dude, did you get the track measurement yet? Bruce
     
  3. 55 dude
    Joined: Jun 19, 2006
    Posts: 9,357

    55 dude
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    no sir! you have it Bruce?
     
  4. KoolKat-57
    Joined: Feb 22, 2010
    Posts: 3,092

    KoolKat-57
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    from Dublin, OH

    It should be 59"
    KK
     
  5. engine138
    Joined: Oct 5, 2007
    Posts: 2,342

    engine138
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    from Commack NY

    1955 Pontiac Chieftain 860 Special Series 55-27 Know your VIN?
    Station Wagon Get your instaVIN
    Standard Specifications Vehicle History Report!
    Show Summary
    Original Base Price $2,223.00
    No. Produced 8,620
    Body
    Body Maker Fisher
    No. Doors 2
    P***engers 6
    Model Number
    Weight 3,626lbs
    Dimension
    Wheelbase 122 inches
    Length 203.2 inches
    Width 75.4 inches
    Height 62.5 inches
    Front Tread 58.7 inches
    Rear Tread 59.1 inches
    Engine
    Type V8 Valve-in-head
    Displacement 287.16 cu. in.
    Cylinders 8
    Bore & Stroke 3 3/4 & 3 1/4 inches
    Compression Ratio-Std 8.0 to 1
    Compression Ratio-Opt 7.4 to 1
    Brake Horsepower 180@4600
    Rated Horsepower 45
    Torque 264@2400
    Main Bearings 5
    Valve Lifters Hydraulic
    Block Material
    Engine Numbers Same as serial number
    Engine No. Location On pad at front of right side of block.
    Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
    Carburetor
    Type Dual downdraft
    Make Carter or Rochester
    Transmission
    Type Helical
    Drive Rear wheel drive
    No. Of Gears 3
    Gear Ratios
    1st 2.39
    2nd 1.49
    3rd 1 to 1
    4th Not applicable
    5th Not applicable
    Reverse 2.71
    Clutch Type Single plate dry disc
    Clutch Size 10 inches
    Axle Type Semifloating
    Differential Hypoid
    Differential Ratio 3.64
    Suspension
    Front Independent coil springs
    Rear Longitudinal leaf spring
    Steering Gear Ball bearing roller sector
    Brakes
    Service 4 wheel hydraulic drum
    Front Size 12 inches
    Rear Size 11 inches
    Emergency Rear service brakes
    Size 11 inches
    Other Systems Specifications
    Exhaust System Single
    Ignition System Distributor and coil
    Battery 12
    Cooling System Centrifugal pump with thermostat
    Radiator Cellular
    Fuel Type Premium
    Mileage
    Wheels, Rims & Tires
    Wheel Type
    Wheel Mfr
    Wheel Size
    Tire Type
    Tire Size 7.1 x 15
    Spare Location Trunk
    Capacities
    Fuel 20 Gallons
    Oil 5 Quarts
    Transmission 1.75 Pints
    Cooling System 24 Quarts
    Rear Differential 3.25 Pints
    Front Differential Not Applicable
    Transfer Case Not Applicable
    Cl***ic Rating Not Rated
    VIN/ID
    VIN/Serial no. See Additional Information
    VIN Description Total Digits: 10
    Digits 1: ***embly plant
    Digits 2: Series
    Digits 3-4: Model year
    Digits 5: Transmission
    Digits 6-10: Production number
    VIN Location On left front door hinge pillar.
     
    Last edited: Feb 2, 2016

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