1968 AMERICAN MOTORS
Model Designations:
Rambler American, Series 01
Rambler Rebel, Series 10
AMX, Series 30
Javelin, Series 70
Ambassador, Series 80
Rambler American, Body Styles:
American 220 Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6805
Base Price: $2,024; Shipping Weight: 2,638 Pounds
Production Total: 16,595
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6806
Base Price: $1,946; Shipping Weight: 2,604 Pounds
Production Total: 53,824
American 440 Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6805-5
Base Price: $2,166; Shipping Weight: 2,643 Pounds
Production Total: 11,116
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6808-5
Base Price: $2,426; Shipping Weight: 2,800 Pounds
Production Total: 8,285
American Rogue Line:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #6809-7
Base Price: $2,224; Shipping Weight: 2,678 Pounds
Production Total: 4,549
Rambler Rebel, Body Styles:
Rebel 550 Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6815
Base Price: $2,443; Shipping Weight: 3,062 Pounds
Production Total: 14,712
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #6817
Base Price: $2,736; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Pounds
Production Total: 377
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #6818
Base Price: $2,729; Shipping Weight: 3,301 Pounds
Production Total: 7,427
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #6819
Base Price: $2,454; Shipping Weight: 3,117 Pounds
Production Total: 7,377
Rebel 770 Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #6815-5
Base Price: $2,542; Shipping Weight: 3,074 Pounds
Production Total: 22,938
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #6818-5
Base Price: $2,854; Shipping Weight: 3,306 Pounds
Production Total: 11,375
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #6819-5
Base Price: $2,556; Shipping Weight: 3,116 Pounds
Production Total: 4,420
Rebel SST Line:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #6819-7
Base Price: $2775; Shipping Weight: 3,348 Pounds
Production Total: 9,876
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #6817-5
Base Price: $2,999; Shipping Weight: 3,427 Pounds;
Production Total: 823
AMX, Body Styles:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 2 Passenger, Model #6839-7
Base Price: $3,245; Shipping Weight: 3,097 Pounds
Production Total: 6,725
Javelin, Body Styles:
Javelin:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #6879-5
Base Price: $2,482; Shipping Weight: 2,826 Pounds
Production Total: 29,097
Javelin SST:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #6879-7
Base Price: $2,587; Shipping Weight: 2,836 Pounds
Production Total: 26,027
Ambassador, Body Styles:
Ambassador Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6885-2
Base Price: $2,820; Shipping Weight: 3,193 Pounds;
Production Total: 8,788
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model #6889-2
Base Price: $2,842; Shipping Weight: 3,258 Pounds;
Production Total: 3,360
Ambassador DPL Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6885-5
Base Price: $2,920; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Pounds
Production Total: 13,265
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model #6889-5
Base Price: $2,941; Shipping Weight: 3,321 Pounds
Production Total: 3,696
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #6888-5
Base Price: $3,207; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds
Production Total: 10,690
Ambassador SST Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #6885-7
Base Price: $3,151; Shipping Weight: 3,476 Pounds
Production Total: 13,387
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #6889-7
Base Price: $3,172; Shipping Weight: 3,530 Pounds
Production Total: 7,686
Note: All prices & weights shown are for standard engines and basic equipment.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
American: 106"
Javelin: 109"
Rebel: 114"
Ambassador: 118"
AMX: 97"
Tire Sizes:
American Cars: 6.45 X 14"
American Station Wagons: 6.95 X 14"
Javelin 6: 6.95 X 14"
Rebel & Ambassador 6 Cylinder: 7.35 X 14"
Ambassador 6 Station Wagons: 7.75 X 14"
Rebel V-8: 7.35 X 14"
Ambassador V-8: 7.75 X 14"
AMX: E70 X 14"
1968 AMERICAN MOTORS
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: 182 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 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: 75 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: 75 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 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 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: 75 PSI
235 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.08" X 3.28"
Engine Displacement: 343 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 235 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 345 Ft Lbs @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
280 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.08" X 3.28"
Engine Displacement: 343 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.2 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 280 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 365 Ft Lbs @ 3,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
315 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.165" X 3.574"
Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.2 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 55.51
Horsepower: 315 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
Engine Availability by Series:
American:
128 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 199 Cu. In. - Standard
145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional
155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional; Standard on Rogue
225 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 290 Cu. In., - Optional
Rebel:
145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional
200 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 290 Cu. In., - Optional; Standard on SST
225 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 290 Cu. In., - Optional
235 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 343 Cu. In., - Optional
280 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 343 Cu. In., - Optional
315 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Optional
Javelin:
145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional
200 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 290 Cu. In., - Optional
280 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 343 Cu. In., - Optional
315 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Optional
AMX:
225 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 290 Cu. In., - Standard
280 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 343 Cu. In., - Optional
315 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Optional
Ambassador:
155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard, except SST
200 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 290 Cu. In., - Optional (Standard on SST)
235 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 343 Cu. In., - Optional
280 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 343 Cu. In., - Optional
315 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Optional
Tune Up Specifications:
199 & 232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, Manual Transmission:
Delco-Remy Distributor:
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: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 525 RPM in Drive
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
199 & 232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, Manual Transmission:
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: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
199 & 232 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Engines, Automatic Transmission:
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 525 RPM (In Drive)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/2 PSI
V-8 Engines:
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:
Manual Transmission: 650 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 199 & 232 Cu. In. Engines:
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: 195 Lbs @ 1-7/16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725";
Exhaust: .3715"-.3725"
8 Cylinder, 290 & 343 Cu. In. Engines:
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: 194 Lbs @ 1-13/32"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725";
Exhaust: .3715:-.3725"
8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engines:
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: 1-21/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 250 Lbs @ 1-13/32"
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, 199 & 232 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0009"
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: 2.4981"-2.5001"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
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:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7469"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 343 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:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7469"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.000"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2471"-2.2492"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7469"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
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, 290 & 343 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.
8 Cylinder, 390 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: 35-40 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 50-60 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
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:
American: 16 Gallons
AMX & Javelin: 19 Gallons
Rebel & Ambassador: 21-1/2 Gallons
3 Seat Station Wagons: 19 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
All 8 with 290 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
12 Quarts, Without Heater
13 Quarts With Heater
13 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
American: 16 Gallons
AMX & Javelin: 19 Gallons
Rebel & Ambassador: 21-1/2 Gallons
3 Seat Station Wagons: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
4 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
All 8 with 343 & 390 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
13 Quarts, Without Heater
14 Quarts With Heater
14 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
American: 16 Gallons
AMX & Javelin: 19 Gallons
Rebel & Ambassador: 21-1/2 Gallons
3 Seat Station Wagons: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications:
Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder 199 & 232 Cu.In. Engines:
Distributor #1110444
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 350 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 16-1/2" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Models, 290 Cu. In., with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #1111006
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 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 @ 18-1/2" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Models, 290 Cu. In., with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #1111198
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degree @ 375 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,950 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 18-1/2" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Models, 343 Cu. In. Engines, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #1111472
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 18-1/2" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Models, 343 Cu. In. Engines, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #1111191
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 8" to 10" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 19-1/2" Vacuum
Distributor #1111948
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 8" to 10" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 20-1/2" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Models, 390 Cu. In. Engines:
Distributor #11111473
Breaker Point Opening: .016"
Dwell Angle: 29-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 8" to 10" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 19" 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
Motorola
Model: A-12NAM 455
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 35
Volts: 12
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 553
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 40
Volts: 12
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 #1108384
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 49-87 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 6,200-10,700 RPM
Torque Test: 290-310 Amperes, 4.2 Volts
Part #MDY-6113
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 10.0 Volts @ 4,000 RPM
Torque Test: 405 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Part #C7FF-11001B
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12.0 Volts @ 9,500 RPM
Torque Test: 500 Amperes, 4.5 Volts
Rear Axle Specifications:
6 Cylinder:
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"-.009"
8 Cylinder Models:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .006"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Spacer
Adjustment: 17-28 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .005"-.010"
Brake Specifications:
American & Javelin, 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1":
Rebel 6 Cylinder, except Station Wagons:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
All 8 Cylinder & Rebel 6 Cylinder Station Wagons:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-3/16" (Rebel: 1-3/32")
Rear: 15/16" (Rambler, Javelin, & AMX V-8: 7/8")
Master Cylinder Bore:
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
V-8's with Disc Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2"
Rear 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
American with Manual Steering:
Caster: Zero Degrees
Camber:
Left: Zero Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees, 40 Minutes
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
American with Power Steering:
Caster: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left: Zero Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees, 40 Minutes
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Rebel & Ambassador:
Caster: - 1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left: Zero Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17 Degrees, 46 Minutes
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
AMX & Javelin with Manual Steering:
Caster: Zero Degrees
Camber:
Left: Zero Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
AMX & Javelin with Power Steering:
Caster: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left: Zero Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: WCD
Part #4110S, 4537S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1 Turn
Float Level: 7/32"
Choke Unloader Setting: 3/16"
Dashpot Setting: 1/16" to 3/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Model: RBS
Part #4470S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1 Turn
Float Level: 9/16""
Pump & Bowl Vent: 5/64"
Fast Idle Speed Throttle Valve: .035"
Choke Unloader Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Part #4626S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 9/16""
Pump & Bowl Vent: 5/64"
Fast Idle Speed Throttle Valve: .035"
Choke Unloader Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor Model: AFB
Part #4467S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1 Turn
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 13/32"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .014"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .088"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Part #4467S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1 Turn
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .018"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .120"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #4469S
Mixture Screw Setting: 1 Turn
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .018"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .110"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Part #4583S
Mixture Screw Setting: 2 to 3 Turns
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 13/32"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .110"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Part #4584S
Mixture Screw Setting: 2 to 3 Turns
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .096"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #4585S
Mixture Screw Setting: 2 to 3 Turns
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .024"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .096"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #4622S
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 13/32"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .014"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .088"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Part #4623S
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .018"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .120"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #4624S
Float Level: 11/32"
Float Drop: 23/32"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Fast Idle Throttle Valve Clearance: .018"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Secondary Throttle Valve Clearance: .020"
Choke Piston Lever Setting: .110"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Holley Carburetor Adjustments:
Carburetor Model: 1931
Carburetor #3966A
Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1
Dry Float Level: 5/16"
Bowl Vent Clearance: 1/16"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM
Choke Unloader: 15/64"
Anti-Stall Dashpot Clearance: 3/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model: 1931
Carburetor #3967A
Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1
Dry Float Level: 5/16"
Bowl Vent Clearance: 1/16"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM
Choke Unloader: 15/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model: 1931
Carburetor #4102A
Idle Fuel Screw, Turns to Open: 1
Dry Float Level: 5/16"
Bowl Vent Clearance: 1/16"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM
Choke Unloader: 15/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
P-1A Classic Black
P-39A Matador Red
P-43A Saturn Blue
P-44A Caravelle Blue
P-45A Blarer Blue
P-47A Rally Green
P-48A Tahiti Turquoise
P-49A Laredo Tan
P-50A Calcutta Russet
P-52A Scarab Gold
P-54A Trubo Silver
P-59A Hialeah Yellow
P-72A Frost White
Popular Options:
American:
Overdrive, Automatic Transmission, Various Engine Options, AM Pushbutton Radio, Tachometer, Air Conditioning, Heater, 4 Speed Transmission with V-8, Twin Grip Differential, Power Tailgate Window, Full Wheel Discs, Turbo Cast Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Reclining Seats, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Black or White Vinyl Roof for Hardtops, Vinyl Seat Upholstery, Custom Steering Wheel.
Rebel:
Overdrive, Automatic Transmission, Various Engine Options, AM Pushbutton Radio, AM-FM Pushbutton Radio, Rear Seat Speakers, 8 Track Stereo Tape Deck, Electric Clock, Tachometer, Air Conditioning, Heater, 4 Speed Transmission with V-8, Twin Grip Differential, Cruise Control, Power Tailgate Window, Third Seat for Wagons, Full Wheel Discs, Turbo Cast Wheel Covers, Reclining Seats, Tilt Steering Wheel, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Disc Brakes for 8 Cylinder, Power Windows, Black or White Vinyl Roof for Hardtops, Custom Steering Wheel.
Ambassador:
Overdrive, Automatic Transmission, Various Engine Options, Manual Radio, Pushbutton Radio, Rear Seat Speakers, 8 Track Stereo Tape Deck, Electric Clock, Tachometer, Air Conditioning, Heater, Power Windows, Cruise Control, 4 Speed Transmission with V-8, Twin Grip Differential, Power Tailgate Window, Third Seat for Wagons, Tilt Steering Wheel, Full Wheel Discs, Turbo Cast Wheel Covers, Reclining Seats, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Disc Brakes for 8 Cylinder, Black or White Vinyl Roof for Hardtops, Custom Steering Wheel.
Note: Air Conditioning was Standard Equipment on Ambassadors.
Javelin:
Power Brakes, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, Dual Exhausts on V-8's, Tinted Glass, Power Disc Brakes, Stereo 8-Track Player, Reclining Seats, Tilt Steering Wheel, Automatic Transmission, Twin-Grip Differential, Vinyl Roof, Turbo-Cast Wheel Covers, Handling Package, "Go Pack" Performance Package, Rally Stripes, FM Pushbutton Radio, AM-FM Pushbutton Radio, Quick Ratio Manual Steering, 4 Speed Manual Transmission, Wire Wheel Covers.
AMX:
Same as Javelin plus Chrome Steel Mag Wheels, Rally Pak Gauge Cluster, Heavy Duty Clutch.
1968 American Motors Historical Data:
1968 AMC model year introduction was on September 26, 1967.
Total 1968 AMC Model Year Production was 272,726.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Ambassador 2 Door Hardtop, Ambassador Convertible(Actual Car not Produced), Javelin 2 Door Hardtop.
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