1963 AMERICAN MOTORS

1963 AMERICAN MOTORS

Model Designations:

Rambler American, Series 6301, 6 Cylinder

Rambler Classic Six, Series 6350, 6 Cylinder

Rambler Classic V-8, Series 6310, 8 Cylinder

Ambassador, Series 6380, 8 Cylinder

Rambler American, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

American 220 Line:

2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body #6302

Base Price: $1,832; Shipping Weight: 2,446 Pounds;

Production Total: 162

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6306

Base Price: $1,846; Shipping Weight: 2,472 Pounds;

Production Total: 27,780

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6305

Base Price: $1,895; Shipping Weight: 2,485 Pounds;

Production Total: 14,419

2 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6304

Base Price: $2,081; Shipping Weight: 2,528 Pounds;

Production Total: 3,312

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6308

Base Price: $2,130; Shipping Weight: 2,549 Pounds;

Production Total: 4,436

American 330 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6305-2

Base Price: $1,958; Shipping Weight: 2,500 Pounds;

Production Total: 9,666

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6308-2

Base Price: $2,190; Shipping Weight: 2,561 Pounds

Production Total: 6,848

2 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6304-2

Base Price: $2,141; Shipping Weight: 2,539 Pounds

Production Total: 3,204

American 440 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6305-5

Base Price: $2,089; Shipping Weight: 2,575 Pounds;

Production Total: 2,937

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6306-5

Base Price: $2,040; Shipping Weight: 2,556 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,486

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #6309-5

Base Price: $2,136; Shipping Weight: 2,550 Pounds;

Production Total: 5,101

2 Door Hardtop 440H, 4 Passenger, Body #6309-7

Base Price: $2,281; Shipping Weight: 2,567 Pounds;

Production Total: 9,749

2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #6307-5

Base Price: $2,344; Shipping Weight: 2,743 Pounds

Production Total: 4,750

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6308-5

Base Price: $2,320; Shipping Weight: 2,638 Pounds

Production Total: 1,874

Rambler Classic Six, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

Classic Six 550 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6315

Base Price: $2,105; Shipping Weight: 2,729 Pounds;

Production Total: 43,315

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6316

Base Price: $2,055; Shipping Weight: 2,720 Pounds;

Production Total: 14,417

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #6318

Base Price: $2,435; Shipping Weight: 2,893 Pounds

Production Total: 26,261

Classic Six 660 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6315-2

Base Price: $2,245; Shipping Weight: 2,740 Pounds

Production Total: 71,646

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6316-2

Base Price: $2,195; Shipping Weight: 2,725 Pounds

Production Total: 11,064

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6318-2

Base Price: $2,537; Shipping Weight: 2,890 Pounds;

Production Total: 46,282

4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body #6318-4

Base Price: $2,609; Shipping Weight: 2,885 Pounds;

Production Total: 5,752

Classic Six 770 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6315-5

Base Price: $2,349; Shipping Weight: 2,686 Pounds;

Production Total: 35,281

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6316-5

Base Price: $2,299; Shipping Weight: 2,663 Pounds;

Production Total: 5,496

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6318-5

Base Price: $2,640; Shipping Weight: 2,828 Pounds;

Production Total: 19,319

Rambler Classic V-8, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

Classic V-8 550 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6355

Base Price: $2,210; Shipping Weight: 3,109 Pounds;

Production Total: 3,444

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6356

Base Price: $2,160; Shipping Weight: 3,100 Pounds;

Production Total: 992

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #6358

Base Price: $2,540; Shipping Weight: 3,273 Pounds

Production Total: 2,318

Classic V-8 660 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6355-2

Base Price: $2,345; Shipping Weight: 3,120 Pounds

Production Total: 11,067

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6356-2

Base Price: $2,300; Shipping Weight: 3,105 Pounds

Production Total: 1,369

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6358-2

Base Price: $2,642; Shipping Weight: 3,340 Pounds;

Production Total: 46,282

4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body #6358-4

Base Price: $2,714; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,150

Classic Six 770 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6355-5

Base Price: $2,454; Shipping Weight: 3,130 Pounds;

Production Total: 7,869

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6356-5

Base Price: $2,404; Shipping Weight: 3,113 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,341

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6358-5

Base Price: $2,754; Shipping Weight: 3,208 Pounds;

Production Total: 4,399

Ambassador, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

Ambassador 800 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6385

Base Price: $2,391; Shipping Weight: 3,140 Pounds;

Production Total: 437

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6386

Base Price: $2,337; Shipping Weight: 3,110 Pounds;

Production Total: 41

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6388

Base Price: $2,703; Shipping Weight: 3,270 Pounds;

Production Total: 113

Ambassador 880 Line;

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6385-2

Base Price: $2,519; Shipping Weight: 3,145 Pounds;

Production Total: 7,667

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6386-2

Base Price: $2,465; Shipping Weight: 1,042 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,042

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6388-2

Base Price: $2,815; Shipping Weight: 3,275 Pounds;

Production Total: 4,929

Ambassador 990 Line;

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6385-5

Base Price: $2,660; Shipping Weight: 3,158 Pounds;

Production Total: 14,019

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6386-5

Base Price: $2,606; Shipping Weight: 3,132 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,764

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6388-5

Base Price: $2,956; Shipping Weight: 3,298 Pounds;

Production Total: 6,112

4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Model #6388-6

Base Price: $3,018; Shipping Weight: 3,305 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,687

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

American: 100"

Rambler Classic & Ambassador: 108"

Tire Sizes:

American: 6.00 X 15"

Classic, except 8 Passenger Station Wagon 6.50 X 15"

Classic 8 Passenger Station Wagon: 7.00 X 14"

Ambassador: 7.50 X 14"

1963 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: 160 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

Rambler Classic V-8, 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

198 H.P. Engine:

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.7500" X 3.2500"

Engine Displacement: 287 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.7 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 45.00

Horsepower: 198 @ 4,700 RPM

Torque: 280 Ft Lbs @ 2,600 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

Tune Up Specifications:

American, 6 Cylinder:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion H10

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .016"

Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 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: 500 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: 31-34 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: 31-34 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, 196 Cu. Inch Engine:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion H18Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .018"

Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 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

V-8, Manual Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion H18Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .016"

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

V-8, Automatic Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion H18Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .016"

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: 500 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 Engine:

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: 27-30 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: 27-30 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: 27-30 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: 27-30 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: 19 Gallons; 3 Seat Station Wagons: 17 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: 19 Gallons; 3 Seat Station Wagons: 17 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, 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: 19 Gallons ; 3 Seat Station Wagon: 17 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints Without Overdrive

3-1/2 Pints With Overdrive

Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

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: 19 Gallons; 3 Seat Station Wagon: 17 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

Distributor Specifications:

L-Head, 6 Cylinder:

Distributor #1110299

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Dwell Angel: 31-34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 525 RPM

Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 5-1/2 Degrees @ 11-1/2" Vacuum

Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder:

Distributor #110308

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .018"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 10" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 17-1/2" Vacuum

Distributor #110289

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .018"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 600 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 @ 16-1/4" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Models:

Distributor #1111025

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Dwell Angle: 28-32 Degree

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 350 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 @ 14-3/4" Vacuum

Generator Specifications:

Delco-Remy Generator:

Generator #1102333

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes

Field Ground Location: External

Bruxh Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 1.48 to 1.62 Amperes

Regulator #1119003E

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"

Alternator Specifications:

Motorola

Model: A-12NAM 451

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output:

Amperes: 35

Volts: 15

Field Current: 2.0 to 2.6 Amperes

Regulator:

Model: TVR-12AM18 (Sealed Assembly)

Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F

Ampere Load: 10 Amperes

Alternator RPM: 1,500

Voltage: 13.7 to 14.5 Volts

Motorola

Model: A-12NAM 551

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output:

Amperes: 40

Volts: 15

Field Current: 1.8 to 2.4 Amperes

Regulator:

Model: TVR-12AM18 (Sealed Assembly)

Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F

Ampere Load: 10 Amperes

Alternator RPM: 1,500

Voltage: 13.7 to 14.5 Volts

Starting Motor Specifications:

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

Part #1107282

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

No Load Test: 65-100 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 3,600-5,100 RPM

Torque Test: 470 Amperes, 5.1 Volts @ 12 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: 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 #3434S, 3435S

Mixture Screw Setting: 1/2 to 2 Turns

Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM

Float Level: 1/8"

Float Drop: 5/8"

Choke Unloader Setting: 3/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: RBS

Part #3487S, 3488S

Mixture Screw Setting: 1/4 to 1-3/4 Turns

Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM

Float Level: 7/64"

Float Drop: 15/32"

Pump Travel Setting: 1/16"

Choke Unloader Setting: 1/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Holley Carburetor Adjustments:

American:

Carburetor Model: 1909

Type: 1 Barrel

Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1/4 to 2-3/4

Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM

Throttle Return Dashpot: 9/64"

Dry Float Level: 5/16"

Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"

Choke Unloader: 9/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Classic 6:

Carburetor Model: 1909

Type: 1 Barrel

Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1/4 to 2-3/4

Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM

Throttle Return Dashpot: 9/64"

Dry Fuel Level: 5/16"

Choke Unloader: 9/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean

8 Cylinder, 2 Barrel:

Carburetor Model 2300

Type: 2 Barrel

Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1

Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM

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: 1,800 RPM

Throttle Return Dashpot: 7/32"

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: 1 Lean

Pump Stroke: #2 Hole

Paint Colors & Codes:

Code Color

P-1 Classic Black

P-30 Briarcliff Red

P-40 Majestic Blue

P-41 Corsican Gold

P-43 Sceptre Silver

P-44 Bahama Blue

P-45 Cape Cod Blue

P-46 Palisade Green

P-47 Aegean Aqua

P-48 Calais Coral

P-49 Valencia Ivory

P-50 Concord Maroon

P-72 Frost White

Popular Options:

American:

Push Button Radio, Manual Radio, Automatic Transmission, E-Stick (Automatic Clutch), Overdrive, Twin-Stick Floor Shift Transmission with 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, Two Tone Paint.

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.

1963 American Motors Historical Data:

1963 AMC model year introduction was on October 5, 1962.

Total 1963 AMC Model Year Production was 464,000.

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Plastic: Rambler Classic 4 Door Station Wagon, Rambler Classic 4 Door Sedan, Rambler American 2 Door Sedan, Ramber American Convertible.