1951 Buick Specifications / Specs
This section is about the all original 1951 Buick Specifications! It is based on original publications of the day and can be seen as authentic. Please notice that is must not reflect todays knowledge. But on the other hand – if you love originals and want to restore your 51 Buick back to factory fresh condition, this is the info you need.
Learn more about the 1950 Buick engine, its firing order, the V8 arrangement, major engine parts and how they are tuned properly! Get more period correct facts for both transmission (Synchromesh transmission and Dynaflow transmission), brakes, steering and electrical units like the battery.
| General Information | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Wheelbase | 121.5" | 121.5" | 126.2" |
| Wheelbase - Models 52 and 72 | - | 125.5" | 130.2" |
| Tread - Front | 59.1" | 59.1" | 59.1" |
| Tread - Rear | 59.0" | 62.2" | 62.2" |
| Overall Length with Bumpers | 204.8" | 206.2" | 211.0" |
| Overall Length with Bumpers - Models 52 and 72 | - | 210.2" | 215.0" |
| Overall Width at Widest Point | Front Bumpers | Front Bumpers | Front Bumpers |
| Overall Maxmium Width | 76.7" | 80.0" | 80.0" |
| Height - At Normal Load | 63.4" | 62.8" | 63.3" |
| Height - At Curb Weight | 65.3" | 64.8" | 65.2" |
| Minimum Road Clearance ( Normal Load) | 6.8" | 6.8" | 7.3" |
| Location of Engine Number | Stamped on raised boss on right side of crankcase below push rod cover | Stamped on raised boss on right side of crankcase below push rod cover | Stamped on raised boss on right side of crankcase below push rod cover |
| Location of Serial Number | Plate on left front door pillar and stamped on left side rail - near front | Plate on left front door pillar and stamped on left side rail - near front | Plate on left front door pillar and stamped on left side rail - near front |
| Estimated Curb Weight (4-door sedan) | 3786 | 3903 | 4355 |
| Frame | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Side Member - Front and Rear | 5.58" | 5.56" | 5.56" |
| Side Member Stock | .090" | .102" | .150" |
| Side Member Stock - Models 52 and 72 | - | .120" | .164" |
| Maximum Flange Width | 2" | 2" | 2.25" |
| Chassis Springs | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Type - Front and Rear | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Material - Front and Rear | High Carbon Silicon Manganese Steeö | High Carbon Silicon Manganese Steeö | High Carbon Silicon Manganese Steeö |
| Approx. Loaded Height - Front | 9.25" | 9.25" | 9.25" |
| Approx. Loaded Height - Rear | 9.562" | 9.562" | 9.562" |
| Shock Absorbers | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Delco | Delco | Delco |
| Type- Front and Rear | Double Acting | Double Acting | Double Acting |
| Fluid Capacity - Front and Rear | 165 CC | 165 CC | 165 CC |
| Stabilizer | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Front | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Radius Rod | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Rear | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Location | Rear Axle to Frame | Rear Axle to Frame | Rear Axle to Frame |
| Mounting | In Rubber | In Rubber | In Rubber |
| Type | Tubular Bar | Tubular Bar | Tubular Bar |
| Rear Axle | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Made by Buick | Made by Buick | Made by Buick |
| Type | Hypoid - Semi-Floating | Hypoid - Semi-Floating | Hypoid - Semi-Floating |
| Gear Ratios Synchromesh Transmission | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| All models | 3.9-1 | - | - |
| Model 46C | 4.1-1 | - | - |
| Models 51, 56S, 56R | - | 3.9-1 | - |
| Models 52, 56C, 59 | - | 4.1-1 | - |
| Gear Ratio Dynaflow Transmission | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| All models | 3.6-1 | - | 3.9-1 |
| Model 46C | 3.9-1 | - | - |
| Models 51, 56S, 56R | - | 3.6-1 | - |
| Models 52, 56C, 59 | - | 3.9-1 | - |
| Drive Torque Taken Through | Torque Tube | Torque Tube | Torque Tube |
| Oil Capacity | 4 Lbs. | 4 Lbs. | 4 Lbs. |
| Oil Grade Recommended | GM 4655M | GM 4655M | GM 4655M |
| Brakes | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Type | Internal Expanding | Internal Expanding | Internal Expanding |
| Foot Brake Mechanism | Hydraulic | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
| Brake Drum Material | Cast Iron | Cast Iron | Cast Iron |
| Brake Drum Diameter | 12" | 12" | 12" |
| Brake Lining - Primary Type | Molded Extruded | Molded Extruded | Molded Extruded |
| Brake Lining - Secondary Type | Molded Dry Mix | Molded Dry Mix | Molded Dry Mix |
| Brake Lining - Width & Thickness | 1.75" x .187" | 1.75" x .187" | 2.25" x .187" |
| Total Lining Length per Car | 92.25" | 92.25" | 59" (6 Segments) |
| Total Brake Area Sq. Inches | 161.5" | 161.5" | 132.75" |
| Parking Brake Lever Operates | Rear Service Shoes | Rear Service Shoes | Rear Service Shoes |
| Parking Brake Type | Step On | Step On | Step On |
| Engine - General Information | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Buick | Buick | Buick |
| Number of Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Valve Arrangement | In-Head | In-Head | In-Head |
| Cylinder Arrangement | In-Line | In-Line | In-Line |
| Bore and Stroke | 3 3/16" x 4 1/8" | 3 3/16" x 4 1/8" | 3 7/16" x 4 5/16" |
| Piston Displacement - cui | 263.3 | 263.3 | 320.2 |
| Taxable Horsepower | 32.51 | 32.51 | 37.81 |
| Max Brake HP - Bare Engine - Synchromesh | 120 @ 3,600 RPM | 124 @ 3,600 RPM | - |
| Max Torque (Ft. Lbs.) HP - Bare Engine - Synchromesh | 215 @ 2,000 RPM | 220 @ 2,000 RPM | - |
| Compression Ratio - Synchromesh | 6.6 to 1 | 6.9 to 1 | - |
| Compression Pressure - 1,000 RPM - Synchromesh | 140 | 150 | - |
| Compression Pressure - at Cranking Speed - Synchromesh | 114 | 118 | - |
| Max Brake HP - Bare Engine - Dynaflow | 128 @ 3,600 RPM | 128 @ 3,600 RPM | 152 @ 3,600 RPM |
| Max Torque (Ft. Lbs.) HP - Bare Engine - Dynaflow | 225 @ 2,000 RPM | 225 @ 2,000 RPM | 280 @ 2,000 RPM |
| Compression Ratio - Dynaflow | 7.2 to 1 | 7.2 to 1 | 7.2 to 1 |
| Compression Pressure - 1,000 RPM - Dynaflow | 160 | 160 | 160 |
| Compression Pressure - at Cranking Speed - Dynaflow | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Firing Order | 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4 | 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4 | 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4 |
| Power Plant Mountings | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Power Plant Mountings | Hi-Poised | Hi-Poised | Hi-Poised |
| Cylinder Crankcase | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Material | Cast Iron | Cast Iron | Cast Iron |
| Cylinder Bore | Accurite Bored and Honed | Accurite Bored and Honed | Accurite Bored and Honed |
| Main Bearings | Replaceable Liners | Replaceable Liners | Replaceable Liners |
| Bearing Material | Steel Backed Durex | Steel Backed Durex | Steel Backed Durex |
| Thrust Bearing | Center | Center | Center |
| Camshaft Bearing Material | Steel Backed Babbitt | Steel Backed Babbitt | Steel Backed Babbitt |
| Crankshaft | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Material | Steel Forging | Steel Forging | Steel Forging |
| Number of Counterweights | 8 Integral | 8 Integral | 8 Integral |
| Torsional Balancer | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Torsional Balancer | Harmonic | Harmonic | Harmonic |
| Type | Laminated Steel Flywheel Supported on Steel Leaf Springs | Laminated Steel Flywheel Supported on Steel Leaf Springs | Laminated Steel Flywheel Supported on Steel Leaf Springs |
| Location | Front End of Crankshaft | Front End of Crankshaft | Front End of Crankshaft |
| Camshaft | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Material | Forged Steel | Forged Steel | Forged Steel |
| Camshaft Drive Type | Chain | Chain | Chain |
| Make of Chain | Link Belt | Link Belt | Link Belt |
| Width of Chain | .812" | .812" | .812" |
| Pitch of Chain | .500" | .500" | .500" |
| Number of Links | 49 | 49 | 50 |
| Cam Sprocket - Make | Link Belt | Link Belt | Link Belt |
| Cam Sprocket - Material | Cast Iron | Cast Iron | Cast Iron |
| Cam Sprocket - Number of Teeth | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| Crank Sprocket - Make | Link Belt | Link Belt | Link Belt |
| Crank Sprocket - Material | Cold Drawn Steel | Cold Drawn Steel | Cold Drawn Steel |
| Crank Sprocket - Number of Teeth | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Pistons, Pins and Rings | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Piston Material | Aluminum Alloy | Aluminum Alloy | Aluminum Alloy |
| Piston Skirt Type | Full Skirt | Full Skirt | Full Skirt |
| Piston Surface Treatment | Anodized | Anodized | Anodized |
| Weight - Piston only (Pounds) | .840 | .840 | 1.121 |
| Weight - Piston, Rings and Pin (Pounds) | 1.20 | 1.20 | 1.584 |
| Piston Rings - Compression | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| No. Of Compression Rings per Cylinder | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Type of Compression Rings | Inside Bevel Type | Inside Bevel Type | Inside Bevel Type |
| Piston Rings - Oil Control | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| No. Of Oil Rings per Cylinder | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Type of Ring - 3rd Groove | High Duty - Slotted | High Duty - Slotted | High Duty - Slotted |
| Type of Ring - 4th Groove | Steel "U" Flex | Steel "U" Flex | Steel "U" Flex |
| Connecting Rods | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Connecting Rod Material | Forged Steel | Forged Steel | Forged Steel |
| Connecting Rod Bearing Material | Durex | Durex | Durex |
| Connecting Rod Bearing - Diameter and Length | 2.125" x 1.030" | 2.125" x 1.030" | 2.25" x 1.306" |
| How are Rods & Pistons Removed | From Above | From Above | From Above |
| Intake Valve | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Material - Head and Stem | Nickel Chrome Alloy Steel | Nickel Chrome Alloy Steel | Nickel Chrome Alloy Steel |
| Head Diameter | 1.531" | 1.531" | 1.781" |
| Overall Length | 5.109" | 5.109" | 5.25" |
| Valve Lift | .348" | .348" | .348" |
| Minimum Intake Part Diameter | 1.125" | 1.125" | 1.375" |
| Exhaust Valve | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Material - Head and Stem | Nickel Steel Alloy | Nickel Steel Alloy | Nickel Steel Alloy |
| Head Diameter | 1.344" | 1.344" | 1.437" |
| Overall Length | 5.109" | 5.109" | 5.25" |
| Valve Lift | .348" | .348" | .348" |
| Minimum Exhaust Part Diameter | 1.031" | 1.031" | 1.062" |
| Valve Lash - Synchromesh | .015" | Hydraulic Valve Lifters | Hydraulic Valve Lifters |
| Valve Lash - Dynaflow | Hydraulic Valve Lifters | Hydraulic Valve Lifters | Hydraulic Valve Lifters |
| Engine Lubrication | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Type | Forced Feed | Forced Feed | Forced Feed |
| Pressure to Main Bearings | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pressure to Connecting Rod Bearings | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pressure to Wrist Pins | No | No | No |
| Pressure to Camshaft Bearings | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pressure to Overhead Valve Mechanism | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Timing Gear - Lubrication | Positive | Positive | Positive |
| Oil Pump Type | Gear | Gear | Gear |
| Location of Oil Screen | Oil Float | Oil Float | Oil Float |
| Oil Filter Make | A.C. | A.C. | A.C. |
| Oil Level Gauge - Type and Location | Dip Stick on Right Side of Crankcase | Dip Stick on Right Side of Crankcase | Dip Stick on Right Side of Crankcase |
| Normal Oil Pressure (Pounds) | 35 @ 35 MPH | 35 @ 35 MPH | 35 @ 35 MPH |
| Capacity of Oil reservoir - Refill* | 5.5 Qts. | 5.5 Qts. | 5.5 Qts. |
| Cooling | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Type of Cooling Circulation | Water Pump | Water Pump | Water Pump |
| Water Temperature Control | Thermostat and By-Pass | Thermostat and By-Pass | Thermostat and By-Pass |
| Radiator Pressure Control Valve (Pounds) | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Thermostat | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Harrison | Harrison | Harrison |
| Opening Temp. At Atm. Pressure | 148 °F - 155 °F | 148 °F - 155 °F | 148 °F - 155 °F |
| Temp. Thermo. Fully Open at Atm. Pressure | 176 °F | 176 °F | 176 °F |
| Water Pump | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Type | Centrifugal - Ball Bearing - Spring Loaded Seal | Centrifugal - Ball Bearing - Spring Loaded Seal | Centrifugal - Ball Bearing - Spring Loaded Seal |
| Radiator Core - Synchromesh | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Harrison | Harrison | - |
| Type of Core | Vee Cellular | Vee Cellular | - |
| Frontal Area - Core (Sq. In.) | 415 | 415 | - |
| Core Thickness | 2" | 2" | - |
| Radiator Core - Dynaflow | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Harrison | Harrison | Harrison |
| Type of Core | Vee Cellular | Vee Cellular | Vee Cellular |
| Frontal Area - Core (Sq. In.) | 484 | 484 | 484 |
| Core Thickness | 2" | 2" | 3" |
| Cooling System Capacity - Synchromesh | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Less Heater | 12 Qts. | 12 Qts. | - |
| With Heater | 13.5 Qts. | 13.5 Qts. | - |
| Cooling System Capacity - Dynaflow | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Less Heater | 13.5 Qts. | 13.5 Qts. | 18 Qts. |
| With Heater | 15 Qts. | 15 Qts. | 19.5 Qts. |
| Number of Drains and Location | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Number of Drains and Location | Two - Cock in Block and Cock in Radiator | Two - Cock in Block and Cock in Radiator | Two - Cock in Block and Cock in Radiator |
| Fan | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Diameter of Fan | 18" | 18" | 18" |
| Number of Blades | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel System | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Fuel Tank - Make | Buick | Buick | Buick |
| Fuel Tank - Capacity - Gallons | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Fuel Pump - Make | A.C. | A.C. | A.C. |
| Fuel Pump - Type | A.J. Diaphragm Pump Variable Stroke | A.J. Diaphragm Pump Variable Stroke | A.J. Diaphragm Pump Variable Stroke |
| Fuel Filters - No. Of | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Heat Control - Type | Thermostatic | Thermostatic | Thermostatic |
| Heat Control - Location | At Exhaust Manifold Outlet | At Exhaust Manifold Outlet | At Exhaust Manifold Outlet |
| Choke Control Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Air Cleaner - Make | A.C. | A.C. | A.C. |
| Air Cleaner - Type | Heavy Duty Oil Bath - Cleaner and Flame Arrester | Heavy Duty Oil Bath - Cleaner and Flame Arrester | Heavy Duty Oil Bath - Cleaner and Flame Arrester |
| Intake Manifold Material | Cast Iron | Cast Iron | Cast Iron |
| Intake Manifold Diameter | 1.187" | 1.187" | 1.375" |
| Number of Intake Parts | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Muffler Type | Straight Through Resonance Type | Straight Through Resonance Type | Straight Through Resonance Type |
| Tail Pipe - O.D. | 2" | 2" | 2" |
| Clutch | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Clutch Make | Buick | Buick | - |
| Type | Dry Plate | Dry Plate | - |
| Make of Discs | Long or B&B | Long or B&B | - |
| Clutch Facing Material | Woven | Woven | - |
| Clutch Facing Diameter - Inside | 6" | 6" | - |
| Clutch Facing Diameter - Outside | 10" | 10" | - |
| Total Frictional Area of Facings | 100.6 Sq. In. | 100.6 Sq. In. | - |
| Transmission - Synchromesh | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Transmission | Buick | Buick | - |
| Transmission - Type | Synchromesh | Synchromesh | - |
| Type of Gearing | All Helical | All Helical | - |
| Number of Forward Speeds | 3 | 3 | - |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 1.75 lbs. | 1.75 lbs. | - |
| Transmission - Dynaflow | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Transmission - Make | Buick | Buick | Buick |
| Transmission - Type | Torque Converter | Torque Converter | Torque Converter |
| Type of Gearing | Helical Planetary Set | Helical Planetary Set | Helical Planetary Set |
| Number of Forward Speeds | Infiniate Variable | Infiniate Variable | Infiniate Variable |
| Total Oil Capacity | 9.5 Qts. | 9.5 Qts. | 11 Qts. |
| Converter Capacity | 6 Qts. | 6 Qts. | 7.5 Qts. |
| Transmission Capacity | 3.5 Qts. | 3.5 Qts. | 3.5 Qts. |
| Universal Joint | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Number of Joints per Car | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Type | Cross Type | Cross Type | Cross Type |
| Lubrication | From Transmission | From Transmission | From Transmission |
| Steering Gear | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Steering Gear Type | Ball Bearing and Worm and Nut | Ball Bearing and Worm and Nut | Ball Bearing and Worm and Nut |
| Steering Gear Ratio - Overall | 24-1 | 24-1 | 29-1 |
| Steering Gear Ratio - Actual | 19.8-1 | 19.8-1 | 23.6-1 |
| Steering Gear Lubricant Capacity | 13 Oz. | 13 Oz. | 17 Oz. |
| Steering Wheel Diameter | 18" | 18" | 18" |
| Steering Wheel Type | Hard Rubber with Steel Core | Flexible Banjo Type with Steel Spokes* | Flexible Banjo Type with Steel Spokes* |
| Turning Circle Diameter (Ft.) Nominal - Right | 39.5 | 39.5 | 41.8 |
| Turning Circle Diameter (Ft.) Nominal - Right - Models 52 and 72 | - | 41.5 | 43.0 |
| Turning Circle Diameter (Ft.) Nominal - Left | 39.5 | 39.5 | 41.8 |
| Turning Circle Diameter (Ft.) Nominal - Left - Models 52 and 72 | - | 41.5 | 43.0 |
| Toe-in at Outside of Tire - Inches | .062 to .125 | .062 to .125 | .062 to .125 |
| Toe-in at Inner Edge of Tire - Inches | .062 to .125 | .062 to .125 | .062 to .125 |
| Caster - Degrees | .25 to 1.5 Pos. | .25 to 1.5 Pos. | .25 to 1.5 Pos. |
| Camber - Degrees | .875 Pos. To .625 Neg. | .875 Pos. To .625 Neg. | .875 Pos. To .625 Neg. |
| Wheels and Tires | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Wheel - Type | Demountable Steel Disc | Demountable Steel Disc | Demountable Steel Disc |
| Rim - Type | Drop Center | Drop Center | Drop Center |
| Rim Diameter and Width | 15" x 6" | 15" x 6 1/2" | 15" x 6 1/2" |
| Tire Size | 7.60-15" | 7.60-15" | 7.60-15" |
| Number of Plies | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Tire Pressure* - Front and Rear - Cold | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Tire Pressure* - Front and Rear - Warm | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Tire Revs. Per Mile at 50 MPH | 722.3 | 722.5 | 706.4 |
| Electrical - Battery | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Delco | Delco | Delco |
| Voltage | 6 Volts | 6 Volts | 6 Volts |
| Capacity - at 20 Hour Rate | 100 Ampere Hrs. | 100 Ampere Hrs. | 120 Ampere Hrs. |
| Number of Plates per Cell | 15 | 15 | 17 |
| Which Terminal is Grounded? | Negative | Negative | Negative |
| Location and Type of Mounting | Clamp-down Type Hanger Under Hood | Clamp-down Type Hanger Under Hood | Clamp-down Type Hanger Under Hood |
| Ignition System | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Distributor - Make | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy |
| Spark Control Advance - Flywheel Degree | Duomatic | Duomatic | Duomatic |
| Timing Degree Spark Full Advance | 4° | 4° | 6° |
| Ignition Coil | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy |
| Location | Right Side of Engine | Right Side of Engine | Right Side of Engine |
| Spark Plug | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make and Model | A.C. Model 46X | A.C. Model 46X | A.C. Model 46X |
| Thread | 14 MM | 14 MM | 14 MM |
| Gap | .023"-0.28" | .023"-0.28" | .023"-0.28" |
| Generator | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy |
| Type | Shunt | Shunt | Shunt |
| Maximum Charge Cpacity (Hot) | 40 Amperes | 40 Amperes | 40 Amperes |
| Voltage at Maximum Rate | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Cutout Relay and Voltage and Current Regulator | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy |
| Location | Left Front Fender Skirt | Left Front Fender Skirt | Left Front Fender Skirt |
| Car Speed for Maximum Charging Rate | 25 MPH approx. | 25 MPH approx. | 25 MPH approx. |
| Starting Motor | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy |
| Type | Series Consequent Pole | Series Consequent Pole | Series |
| Horn | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Make | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy |
| Type | Vibrator | Vibrator | Vibrator |
| Mounting Location | On Radiator Mounting Setup | On Radiator Mounting Setup | On Radiator Mounting Setup |
| Lights | Special Series | Super Series | Roadmaster Series |
| Light Switch Make | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy | Delco-Remy |
| Headlight - Parking and Tail Light Circuit - Protection | Thermo Circuit Breaker | Thermo Circuit Breaker | Thermo Circuit Breaker |
| Headlight Make | Guide or G.E. Tungsol | Guide or G.E. Tungsol | Guide or G.E. Tungsol |
| Type | Sealed Beam | Sealed Beam | Sealed Beam |
| Parking Light Make | Guide or G.E. Tungsol | Guide or G.E. Tungsol | Guide or G.E. Tungsol |
| Location | Top of Front Fender | Top of Front Fender | Top of Front Fender |
| Tail Light Make | Guide or G.E. Tungsol | Guide or G.E. Tungsol | Guide or G.E. Tungsol |
| Location | Rear Quarter Panel | On Rear Fenders | On Rear Fenders |
| Instrument Lights | Rheostat | Rheostat | Rheostat |