1966 AMERICAN MOTORS

1966 AMERICAN MOTORS

Model Designations:

Rambler American, Series 01, 6 Cylinder

Rambler Classic, Series 10, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Rambler Marlin, Series 50, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Ambassador, Series 80, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Rambler American, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

American 220 Line:

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6606

Base Price: $2,017; Shipping Weight: 2,554 Pounds;

Production Total: 24,440

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6605

Base Price: $2,086; Shipping Weight: 2,574 Pounds;

Production Total: 15,940

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6608

Base Price: $2,369; Shipping Weight: 2,740 Pounds;

Production Total: 5,809

American 440 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6605-5

Base Price: $2,203; Shipping Weight: 2,582 Pounds;

Production Total: 14,543

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6606-5

Base Price: $2,134; Shipping Weight: 2,562 Pounds;

Production Total: 5,252

2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #6607-5

Base Price: $2,486; Shipping Weight: 2,782 Pounds

Production Total: 2,092

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6608-5

Base Price: $2,447; Shipping Weight: 2,745 Pounds

Production Total: 6,603

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #6609-5

Base Price: $2,227; Shipping Weight: 2,610 Pounds;

Production Total: 10,255

2 Door Hardtop, Rogue, 5 Passenger, Body #6609-7

Base Price: $2,370; Shipping Weight: 2,630 Pounds;

Production Total: 8,718

Rambler Classic, Body Styles:

Classic 550 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6615

Base Price: $2,238; Shipping Weight: 2,885 Pounds;

Production Total: 22,485

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6616

Base Price: $2,189; Shipping Weight: 2,860 Pounds;

Production Total: 5,505

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #6618

Base Price: $2,542; Shipping Weight: 3,070 Pounds

Production Total: 9,390

Classic 770 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6615-5

Base Price: $2,337; Shipping Weight: 2,905 Pounds;

Production Total: 46,044

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6618-5

Base Price: $2,629; Shipping Weight: 3,071 Pounds;

Production Total: 24,528

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #6619-5

Base Price: $2,363; Shipping Weight: 2,935 Pounds;

Production Total: 8,736

2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #6617-5

Base Price: $2,616; Shipping Weight: 3,070 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,806

Rebel Line:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #6619-7

Base Price: $2,523; Shipping Weight: 2,950 Pounds

Production Total: 7,512

Marlin, Body Styles:

2 Door Fastback Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model #6659-7

Base Price: $2,601; Shipping Weight: 3,050 Pounds

Production Total: 4,547

Ambassador, Body Styles:

Ambassador 880 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6685-2

Base Price: $2,455; Shipping Weight: 3,006 Pounds

Production Total: 13,974

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6686-2

Base Price: $2,404; Shipping Weight: 2,970 Pounds

Production Total: 1,493

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6688-2

Base Price: $2,759; Shipping Weight: 3,160 Pounds

Production Total: 4,791

Ambassador 990 Line:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6685-5

Base Price: $2,574; Shipping Weight: 3,034 Pounds

Production Total: 25,986

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model #6689-5

Base Price: $2,600; Shipping Weight: 3,056 Pounds

Production Total: 4,324

2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Model #6687-5

Base Price: $2,968; Shipping Weight: 3,432 Pounds

Production Total: 1,814

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6688-5

Base Price: $2,880; Shipping Weight: 3,180 Pounds

Production Total: 8,852

DPL Line:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #6689-7

Base Price: $2,756; Shipping Weight: 3,090 Pounds

Production Total: 10,458

Note: All prices & weights shown are for standard engines and basic equipment.

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

American: 106"

Rambler Classic & Marlin: 112"

Ambassador: 116"

Tire Sizes:

American: 6.45 X 14"

Classic: 6.95 X 14"

Ambassador & Marlin: 7.35 X 14"

1966 AMERICAN MOTORS

90 H.P., 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

125 H.P., 6 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.1250" X 4.25"

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

128 H.P., 6 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 199 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.75

Horsepower: 128 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 180 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI

145 H.P. Engine, 232 Cu. In, 6 Cylinder Engine:

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.500"

Engine Displacement: 232 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.75

Horsepower: 145 @ 4,300 RPM

Torque: 215 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI

155 H.P. Engine, 232 Cu. In, 6 Cylinder Engine:

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.500"

Engine Displacement: 232 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.75

Horsepower: 155 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 222 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI

198 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

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

250 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

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., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

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

200 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.75" X 3.28"

Engine Displacement: 290 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.0 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 45.0

Horsepower: 200 @ 4,500 RPM

Torque: 285 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI

225 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve

Bore & Stroke: 3.75" X 3.28"

Engine Displacement: 290 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.0 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 45.0

Horsepower: 225 @ 4,700 RPM

Torque: 300 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50 PSI

Engine Availability by Series:

American & Rogue:

128 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 199 Cu. In. - Standard

155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional

Classic:

145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard

155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional

198 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 287 Cu. In., - Optional

250 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In., - Optional

270 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In., - Optional

Rebel:

145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard

155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional

198 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 287 Cu. In., - Optional

250 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In., - Optional

270 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In., - Optional

Marlin:

145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard

198 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 287 Cu. In., - Optional

250 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In., - Optional

270 H.P., 8 Cylilnder, 327 Cu. In., - Optional

Ambassador:

155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard

198 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 287 Cu. In., - Optional

250 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In., - Optional

270 H.P., 8 Cylilnder, 327 Cu. In., - Optional

Note: A 290 Cubic Inch V-8 engine was offered in late 1966. Only 623 cars were built with the 290 engine.

Tune Up Specifications:

199 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y

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

California Cars: TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI

232 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Engines:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .016"

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

California Cars: TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM (In Drive)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI

287 & 327 Cu. In. V-8 Engines:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion H14Y

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

California Cars: TDC

Engine Idle Speed: 550 RPM both Manual & Automatic

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI

290 Cu. In. V-8 Engines, 200 H.P.:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .016"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: TDC

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM both Manual & Automatic

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI

290 Cu. In. V-8 Engines, 225 H.P.:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .016"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: TDC

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM both Manual & Automatic

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI

Valve Specifications:

6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Engine (199 Cu. In.):

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 .001"-.003"

Exhaust .001"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3715"-.3725";

Exhaust: .3715"-.3725"

6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Engine, 232 Cu. In.:

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 .001"-.003"

Exhaust .001"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3715"-.3725";

Exhaust: .3715"-.3725"

8 Cylinder, 287 Cu. In. 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: .3718"-.3725";

Exhaust: .3718:-.3725"

8 Cylinder, 290 Cu. In. 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: 195 Lbs @ 1-13/32"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .001"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3715"-.3725";

Exhaust: .3715:-.3725"

8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In. 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: .3718"-.3725";

Exhaust: .3718:-.3725"

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings Data:

6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Engine, 199 Cu. In.:

Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9306"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.0948"-2.0955"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4995"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"

6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve Engine, 232 Cu. In.:

Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9306"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.0948"-2.0955"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4995"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.007"

8 Cylinder Engine, 287 Cu. In.:

Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9306"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2483"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4995"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Thrust on Bearing #1

Shaft End Play: .003"-.007"

8 Cylinder Engine, 290 Cu. In.:

Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9306"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7474"-2.7489"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Thrust on Bearing #1

Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:

Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9306"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2483"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4995"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"

Thrust on Bearing #1

Shaft End Play: .003"-.007"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve, 199 & 232 Cu. In. Engines:

Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-85 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold Bolts: 20-25 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 20-25 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 45-55 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 27-30 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-80 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder, 287 & 327 Cu. In. Engines:

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: 46-50 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.

8 Cylinder, 290 Cu. In. Engines:

Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 90-100 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 40-45 Ft.Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 30-35 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft: 65-70 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 20-30 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 27-30 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities:

American with 6 Cylinder 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: 16 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter

Other 6 Cylinder Models:

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;

Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 2-1/4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter

All with V-8 Engines:

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

Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

Distributor Specifications:

Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder 199 & 232 Cu.In. Engines:

Distributor #110340

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 475 RPM

Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor #1110366

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Models, 287 & 327 Cu. In.:

Distributor #1111025

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Dwell Angle: 28-32 Degree

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 18 Degrees @ 1,900 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Distributor #1111130

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Dwell Angle: 28-32 Degree

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 325 RPM

Full Advance: 20 Degrees @ 1,850 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Models, 290 Cu. In. Engines:

Distributor #11110106

Breaker Point Opening: .016"

Dwell Angle: 29-31 Degree

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum

Alternator Specifications:

Motorola

Model: A-12NAM 453

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output:

Amperes: 35

Volts: 15

Field Current: 2.0 to 2.6 Amperes

Regulator:

Model: R2AM 1 (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 552

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output:

Amperes: 40

Volts: 15

Field Current: 1.8 to 2.4 Amperes

Regulator:

Model: R2AM 1 (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:

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 #1107349

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

No Load Test: 49-76 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 6,200-9,400 RPM

Torque Test: 270-310 Amperes, 4.3 Volts

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 Specifications:

Ambassador 6:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .006"-.009"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: 17-28 Inch Lbs.

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .004"-.008"

Other 6 Cylinder Models:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .006"-.009"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: 15-25 Inch Lbs.

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Models:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .006"-.009"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: 17-28 Inch Lbs.

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .004"-.008"

Brake Specifications:

American:

Brake Drum Diameter: 9"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-3/8"

Rear 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Marlin:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 2"

Front Drum: 1-3/16"

Rear 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Classic 6:

Brake Drum Diameter: 9"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 2"

Front Drum: 1-1/8"

Rear 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Classic V-8:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 2"

Front Drum: 1-3/16"

Rear 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Ambassador 6:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 2"

Front Drum: 1-3/32"

Rear 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Ambassador V-8:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 2"

Front Drum: 1-3/16"

Rear 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1:"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

Manual Steering:

Caster: + 1/4 Degrees

Camber:

Left: Zero 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

Power Steering:

Caster: + 1-1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: Zero 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

Carter Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model: WCD

Part #3888S

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

Float Level:

With Green Tag: 1/4"

Others: 1/8"

Fast Idle Setting: .020"

Choke Unloader Setting: 3/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: WCD

Part #4191S

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

Float Level: 17/64"

Fast Idle Setting: .015"

Choke Unloader Setting: 3/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich

Carburetor Model: RBS

Part #3765S

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

Float Level: 15/32"

Pump & Bowl Vent: 1/16"

Fast Idle Speed Throttle Valve: .028"

Choke Unloader Setting: 1/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor Model: RBS

Part #3766S

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

Float Level: 15/32"

Pump & Bowl Vent: 1/16"

Fast Idle Speed Throttle Valve: .040"

Choke Unloader Setting: 1/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor Model: RBS

Part #3882S

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

Float Level: 15/32"

Pump & Bowl Vent: 1/16"

Fast Idle Speed Throttle Valve: .033"

Choke Unloader Setting: 1/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Holley Carburetor Adjustments:

Carburetor Model: 1931

Carburetor #R-3250-1A

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

Dry Float Level: 5/16"

Bowl Vent Clearance: 1/16"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM

Choke Unloader: 15/64"

Anti-Stall Dashpot: 3/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: 1931

Carburetor #R-3251A

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

Dry Float Level: 5/16"

Bowl Vent Clearance: 1/16"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,500 RPM

Choke Unloader: 15/64"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean

Carburetor Model: 1931

Carburetor #R-3292A

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

Dry Float Level: 5/16"

Bowl Vent Clearance: 1/16"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM

Choke Unloader: 15/64"

Anti-Stall Dashpot: 3/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: 2209

Carburetor #R-3304A

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

Dry Float Level: 11/32"

Fuel Level Wet: 1/2"

Bowl Vent Clearance: 5/64"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM

Choke Unloader: 3/16"

Anti-Stall Dashpot: 5/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: 2209

Carburetor #R-3305A

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

Dry Float Level: 11/32"

Fuel Level Wet: 1/2"

Bowl Vent Clearance: 5/64"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM

Choke Unloader: 3/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: 2209

Carburetor #R-3388A

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

Dry Float Level: 11/32"

Fuel Level Wet: 1/2"

Bowl Vent Clearance: 5/64"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM

Choke Unloader: 3/16"

Anti-Stall Dashpot: 5/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: 4150

Carburetor #3201

Pump Lever Clearance: .015"

Choke Setting: 1 Lean

Choke Unloader Clearance: 3/16"

Bowl Vent Clearance: 1/16"

Fast Idle:

Bench Setting: .025"

On Car Setting: 2,000 RPM

Carburetor Model: 4150

Carburetor #3202

Pump Lever Clearance: .015"

Choke Setting: 1 Lean

Choke Unloader Clearance: 3/16"

Bowl Vent Clearance: 1/16"

Fast Idle:

Bench Setting: .025"

On Car Setting: 2,000 RPM

Dashpot Setting: 3/32"

Paint Colors & Codes:

Code Color

P-1A Classic Black

P-3A Antigua Red

P-15A Brisbane Light Blue

P-16A Britannia Dark Blue

P-17A Crescent Light Green

P-18A Granada Medium Green

P-19A Balboa Light Aqua

P-20A Cortez Medim Aqua

P-21A Marquessa Light Mauve

P-23A Samoa Light Gold

P-24A Caballero Medium Tan

P-25A Apollo Yellow

P-37A Sungold Amber

P-72A Frost White

Popular Options:

Various Engine Options, Automatic Transmission, AM Radio, AM-FM Radio, Heater, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Power Brakes, White Wall Tires, Electric Clock, Power Windows, Power Tailgate Window for Station Wagons, Full Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Turbo-Cast Wheels, TachometerBumper Guards, Factory Undercoating, Trunk Light, Glove Compartment Light, Courtesy Lights, Parking Brake Light, Heavy Duty Cooling System, Twin Grip Differential, Cruise Control (Automatic Transmission Only), 4 Way Hazard Warning Signal.

1966 American Motors Historical Data:

1966 AMC model year introduction was on October 7, 1965.

Total 1966 AMC Model Year Production was 295,897.

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Plastic: Rambler Cross Country 4 Door Station Wagon, Ambassador 2 Door Hardtop, Rambler American 2 Door Hardtop, Ramber American Convertible, & Marlin.