1962 AMERICAN MOTORS
Model Designations:
Rambler American, Series 6200, 6 Cylinder
Rambler Classic, Series 6210, 6 Cylinder
Ambassador, Series 6280, 8 Cylinder
Metropolitan, Series 56, 4 Cylinder
Rambler American, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
DeLuxe Line:
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body #6202
Base Price: $1,832; Shipping Weight: 2,524 Pounds;
Production Total: 281
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6206
Base Price: $1,846; Shipping Weight: 2,480 Pounds;
Production Total: 29,665
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6205
Base Price: $1,895; Shipping Weight: 2,500 Pounds;
Production Total: 17,758
2 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6204
Base Price: $2,081; Shipping Weight: 2,555 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,434
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6208
Base Price: $2,130; Shipping Weight: 2,573 Pounds;
Production Total: 6,304
Custom Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6205-2
Base Price: $1,958; Shipping Weight: 2,512 Pounds;
Production Total: 13,884
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6206-2
Base Price: $1,909; Shipping Weight: 2,492 Pounds;
Production Total: 12,710
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6208-2
Base Price: $2,190; Shipping Weight: 2,600 Pounds
Production Total: 8,998
2 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6204-2
Base Price: $2,141; Shipping Weight: 2,565 Pounds
Production Total: 4,398
400 Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6205-5
Base Price: $2,089; Shipping Weight: 2,585 Pounds;
Production Total: 5,773
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6206-5
Base Price: $2,040; Shipping Weight: 2,558 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,840
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #6207-5
Base Price: $2,344; Shipping Weight: 2,735 Pounds
Production Total: 13,497
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6208-5
Base Price: $2,320; Shipping Weight: 2,692 Pounds
Production Total: 3,134
Rambler Classic, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
DeLuxe Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6215
Base Price: $2,050; Shipping Weight: 2,888 Pounds;
Production Total: 38,082
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6216
Base Price: $2,000; Shipping Weight: 2,866 Pounds;
Production Total: 14,811
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #6218
Base Price: $2,480; Shipping Weight: 3,014 Pounds
Production Total: 28,203
Custom Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6215-2
Base Price: $2,200; Shipping Weight: 2,898 Pounds
Production Total: 68,699
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6216-2
Base Price: $2,150; Shipping Weight: 2,876 Pounds
Production Total: 12,652
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6218-2
Base Price: $2,492; Shipping Weight: 3,024 Pounds;
Production Total: 53,671
4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body #6118-4
Base Price: $2,614; Shipping Weight: 3,094 Pounds;
Production Total: 6,322
440 Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6215-5
Base Price: $2,349; Shipping Weight: 2,853 Pounds;
Production Total: 31,255
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6216-5
Base Price: $2,299; Shipping Weight: 2,841 Pounds;
Production Total: 5,521
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6218-5
Base Price: $2,640; Shipping Weight: 2,985 Pounds;
Production Total: 21,281
Ambassador, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
DeLuxe Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6285
Base Price: $2,336; Shipping Weight: 3,249 Pounds;
Production Total: 421
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6286
Base Price: $2,282; Shipping Weight: 3,227 Pounds;
Production Total: 45
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6288
Base Price: $2,648; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Pounds;
Production Total: 77
Custom Line;
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6285-2
Base Price: $2,464; Shipping Weight: 3,259 Pounds;
Production Total: 7,398
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6286-2
Base Price: $2,410; Shipping Weight: 3,237 Pounds;
Production Total: 659
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6288-2
Base Price: $2,760; Shipping Weight: 3,385 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,302
400 Line;
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6285-5
Base Price: $2,605; Shipping Weight: 3,283 Pounds;
Production Total: 15,120
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6286-5
Base Price: $2,551; Shipping Weight: 3,261 Pounds;
Production Total: 459
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6288-5
Base Price: $2,901; Shipping Weight: 3,408 Pounds;
Production Total: 6,401
4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Model #6288-6
Base Price: $3,023; Shipping Weight: 3,471 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,289
Nash Metropolitan, 4 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 3 Passenger, Model 561
Base Price: $1,697; Shipping Weight: 1,850 Pounds; Production Total: *
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, Model 562
Base Price: $1,673; Shipping Weight: 1,890 Pounds; Production Total: *
* Metropolitan Production Total was 412.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
American: 100"
Rambler Classic & Ambassador: 108"
Metropolitan: 85"
Tire Sizes:
American: 6.00 X 15"
Classic 6.50 X 15"
Ambassador: 7.50 X 14"
Metropolitan: N/A
1962 AMERICAN MOTORS
Rambler American, 6 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/8" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 195.6 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 23.44
Horsepower: 90 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 150 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI
Rambler American Custom, 6 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/8" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 195.6 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.7 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 23.44
Horsepower: 125 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 180 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI
Rambler Classic Six, 6 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
127 H.P. Engine:
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/8" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 195.6 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.7 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 23.44
Horsepower: 127 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 180 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI
138 H.P. Engine:
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/8" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 195.6 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.7 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 23.44
Horsepower: 138 @ 4,500 RPM
Torque: 185 Ft Lbs @ 1,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI
Ambassador 8, General Engine Specifications:
250 H.P. Engine, 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4" X 3-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.7 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.2
Horsepower: 250 @ 4,700 RPM
Torque: 340 Ft Lbs @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 55 PSI
270 H.P. Engine, 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4" X 3-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.7 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.2
Horsepower: 270 @ 4,700 RPM
Torque: 360 Ft Lbs @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 55 PSI
Metropolitan, General Engine Specifications:
Engine Type: Inline 4 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 2.88" X 3.50"
Engine Displacement: 90.9 Cu. In.
Taxable Horsepower: 13.27
Horsepower: 52
No Further Information is Available on the Metropolitan.
Tune Up Specifications:
American, 6 Cylinder:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion H10
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 37-41 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 3 Degrees Before Top Dead Center on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM (In Drive)
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
American Custom, Manual Transmission, 6 Cylinder:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion H18Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-35 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees Before Top Dead Center on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed: 550 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
American Custom, Automatic Transmission, 6 Cylinder:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion H18Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-35 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees Before Top Dead Center on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM (In Drive)
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Classic 6:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion H18Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-35 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM (In Drive)
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Ambassador V-8, Manual Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion H18Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: Top Dead Center on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed: 550 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Ambassador V-8, Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion H18Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed: 475 RPM (In Drive)
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder, L-Head Engine:
Valve Lash, Cold:
Intake .016"
Exhaust .018"
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Valve Face Angle: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-3/4"
Valve Spring Pressure: 79 Lbs @ 1-7/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0018"-.0033"
Exhaust .0018"-.0033"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3407"-.3412";
Exhaust: .3407:-.3412"
6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Engine (Cast Iron Block):
Valve Lash, Hot
Intake .012"
Exhaust .016"
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Valve Face Angle: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 120 Lbs @ 1-7/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0015"-.0035"
Exhaust .0020"-.0040"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3411"-.3417";
Exhaust: .3405"-.3415"
6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Engine (Aluminum Block):
Valve Lash, Hot
Intake: Zero
Exhaust Zero
Valve Seat Angle: 45 Degrees
Valve Face Angle: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 155 Lbs @ 1-7/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0015"-.0033"
Exhaust .0020"-.0040"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3411"-.3417";
Exhaust: .3405"-.3415"
8 Cylinder, Ambassador Engine:
Valve Lash, Hot
Intake: Zero
Exhaust: Zero
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Valve Face Angle:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 155 Lbs @ 1-7/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725";
Exhaust: .3715:-.3725"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings Data:
6 Cylinder, L-Head Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0006"-.0012"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .8596"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0948"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4791"-2.4798"
Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0018"
Thrust on Bearing #1
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"
6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .8596"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0948"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4791"-2.4798"
Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0018"
Thrust on Bearing #1
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"
8 Cylinder Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .015"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9306"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2483"-2.2490"
Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0028"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4983"-2.4990"
Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0032"
Thrust on Bearing #1
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder, L-Head Engine:
Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 58-62 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 20-25 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 7-30 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 66-70 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-80 Ft. Lbs.
6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Cast Iron Engine:
Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 58-62 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold:
End Nuts: 8-10 Ft.Lbs.
Center Nuts: 20-25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 7-30 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 66-70 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-80 Ft. Lbs.
6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Aluminum Engine:
Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 50-53 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold:
End Nuts: 8-10 Ft.Lbs.
Center Nuts: 20-25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 7-30 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 55-58 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-80 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Engine:
Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 58-62 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 20-25 Ft.Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 20-25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 7-30 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts:
Rear: 50-55 Ft. Lbs.
Others: 80-85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-80 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
American with L-Head Engine:
Cooling System:
11 Quarts, Without Heater
12 Quarts With Heater
12 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints Without Overdrive
3 Pints With Overdrive
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
American with Overhead Valve Engine:
Cooling System:
10 Quarts, Without Heater
11 Quarts With Heater
11 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints Without Overdrive
3 Pints With Overdrive
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
Classic 6, Cast Iron Engine:
Cooling System:
10 Quarts, Without Heater
11 Quarts With Heater
11 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints Without Overdrive
3 Pints With Overdrive
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
Classic 6, Aluminum Engine:
Cooling System:
9-1/2 Quarts, Without Heater
10-1/2 Quarts With Heater
10-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints Without Overdrive
3 Pints With Overdrive
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
Ambassador, V-8:
Cooling System:
18 Quarts, Without Heater
19 Quarts With Heater
19 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4 Pints Without Overdrive
4 Pints With Overdrive
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
Distributor Specifications:
L-Head, 6 Cylinder:
Distributor #1AT-4407
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angel: 37-41 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 425 RPM
Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum
Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder:
Distributor #1112435
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 28-35 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degree @ 550 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Models:
Distributor #1BP-4109
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 28-32 Degree
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-22 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 300 RPM
Full Advance: 18 Degrees @ 1,900 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Generator Specifications:
Auto-Lite Generator:
Generator #GSO-7042A
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 25 Amperes
Field Ground Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces
Field Current: 1.6 to 1.7 Amperes
Regulator #VBO-4223HCutout Relay
Voltage to Close Points: 13.0 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .026"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.5 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 25 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"
Generator #GSO-7042A
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes
Field Ground Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces
Field Current: 1.6 to 1.7 Amperes
Regulator #VBO-4223G
Cutout Relay
Voltage to Close Points: 13.0 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .026"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.5 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"
Generator #GSO-7045A
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 35 Amperes
Field Ground Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 18-36 Ounces
Field Current: 1.6 to 1.7 Amperes
Regulator #VBO-4223F
Cutout Relay
Voltage to Close Points: 13.0 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .026"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.5 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .050"
Delco-Remy Generator:
Generator #1100416
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 25 Amperes
Field Ground Location: External
Bruxh Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current: 1.50 to 1.62 Amperes
Regulator #1119122
Cutout Relay
Voltage to Close Points: 12.8 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .020"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.5 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 25 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075"
Regulators with suffix E: .060"
Generator #1100299
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes
Field Ground Location: External
Bruxh Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current: 1.69 to 1.79 Amperes
Regulator #1119003
Cutout Relay
Voltage to Close Points: 12.8 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .020"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.5 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075"
Regulators with suffix E: .060"
Starting Motor Specifications:
Auto-Lite:
Part #MDY-60029
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 10 Volts @ 4,000 RPM
Torque Test: 405 Amperes, 4 Volts @ 9.0 Ft. Lbs. Torque
Part #MEC-6002
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 48 Amperes, 10 Volts @ 5,300 RPM
Torque Test: 285 Amperes, 4 Volts @ 6.5 Ft. Lbs. Torque
Delco-Remy:
Part #1107731
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 64 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 7,800 RPM
Torque Test: 290 Amperes, 4.25 Volts @ 10.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #1107201
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 49-76 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 6,800 RPM
Torque Test: 290 Amperes, 4.25 Volts @ 10.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:
American:
Carrier Type: Integral
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .004"-.008"
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .002"-.006"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: 12-14 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1"
Rear 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Classic Six:
Carrier Type: Integral
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .004"-.008"
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .002"-.006"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: 12-14 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
8 Cylinder Cars:
Carrier Type: Integral
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .004"-.008"
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .002"-.006"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: 15-18 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
American, with Manual Steering:
Caster: 0 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-3/4 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
American, with Power Steering:
Caster: + 2 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-3/4 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
All Others, with Manual Steering:
Caster: 0 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degrees
Right: Zero
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-3/4 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
All Others, with Power Steering:
Caster: + 1 Degree
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degree
Right: Zero Degree
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-3/4 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: YF
Part #2014S, 2757S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: .054"
Float Level: 1/2"
Choke Unloader Adjustment: 9/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Carburetor Model: YF
Part #3331S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
Float Level: 1/2"
Choke Unloader Adjustment: 9/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Carburetor Model: AS
Part #3206S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1/4 to 1-1/4 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
Float Level: 5/32"
Choke Unloader Adjustment: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Model: WCD
Part #3322S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
Float Level: 5/32"
Float Drop: 5/8"
Choke Unloader Setting: 3/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Holley Carburetor Adjustments:
American:
Carburetor Model: 1908
Type: 1 Barrel
Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1
Throttle Return Dashpot: 9/64"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Choke Unloader: 7/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: 3 Lean
Classic 6:
Carburetor Model: 1908
Type: 1 Barrel
Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1
Wet Fuel Level: 11/16"
Choke Unloader: 7/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
8 Cylinder, 2 Barrel:
Carburetor Model 2300
Type: 2 Barrel
Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1
Fast Idle Speed: .024"
Throttle Return Dashpot: 3/32"
Fuel Level: Fuel Level should be in line with threads at bottom of sight plug hole, with engine running.
Float Bowl Vent Valve: .060"
Choke Unloader: 3/16"
Choke Setting: Index
Pump Stroke: #2 Hole
8 Cylinder, 4 Barrel:
Carburetor Model 4150
Type: 4 Barrel
Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1
Fast Idle Speed: .025"
Throttle Return Dashpot: 7/64"
Fuel Level: Fuel Level should be in line with threads at bottom of sight plug hole, with engine running.
Float Bowl Vent Valve: .060"
Choke Unloader: 3/16"
Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Pump Stroke: #2 Hole
Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
P-1 Classic Black
P-15 Aqua Mist
P-27 Sonata Blue
P-30 Briarcliff Red
P-31 Inca Silver
P-33 Jasmine Rose
P-35 Baron Blue
P-36 Glen Cove Green
P-37 Elmhurst Green
P-38 Algiers Rose Copper
P-39 Villa Red
P-40 Majestic Blue
P-41 Corsican Gold
P-42 Sirocco Beige
P-72 Frost White
Popular Options:
American:
Push Button Radio, Manual Radio, Automatic Transmission, E-Stick (Automatic Clutch), Overdrive, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Oil Filter, Heater, Air Conditioning, Tinted Glass, Manual Radio, Light Package, Reclining Seat, White Wall Tires, Wheel Discs, Windshield Washer, Back-Up Lights, Electric Clock, Continental Spare Tire Kit (Sedans Only), Self Adjusting Brakes, Outside Mirror, Custom Steering Wheel, Twin-Grip Differential, Heavy Duty Cooling System.
Rambler Classic & Ambasasador:
Automatic Transmission, Overdrive, Power Stering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Radio, Rear Seat 2 Speaker, Oil Bath Air Cleaner, Oil Filter, Tinted Glass, Back Up Lights, Continental Spare Tire Kit, Windshield Washer, Air Conditioning, Outside Rear View Mirror, Parking Brake Warning Sight, Twin-Grip Differential, White Sidewall Tires, Light Package, Power Pak for both 6 & 8 Cylinder, Wheel Discs, Self-Adjusting Brakes, Heavy Duty Cooling System, Aluminum 6 Cylinder Engine (Classic), Light Package, Power-Pack 6 Cylinder Engine for Classic.
1962 American Motors Historical Data:
1962 AMC model year introduction was on October 6, 1961.
Total 1962 AMC Model Year Production was 442,300, not including Metropolitans which were assembled in England. 1962 was the last year for the Metropolitan.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Rambler Classic 4 Door Station Wagon, Rambler American 2 Door Sedan, Ramber American Convertible.
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