1970 AMERICAN MOTORS
Model Designations:
Hornet, Series 01
Rebel, Series 10
AMX, Series 30
Gremlin, Series 40
Javelin, Series 70
Ambassador, Series 80
Hornet, Body Styles:
Hornet:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7005-0
Base Price: $2,072; Shipping Weight: 2,748 Pounds
Total Production: 17,948
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7006-0
Base Price: $1,994; Shipping Weight: 2,677 Pounds
Total Production: 43,610
Hornet SST:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7005-7
Base Price: $2,221; Shipping Weight: 2,765 Pounds
Total Producton: 19,786
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7006-7
Base Price: $2,478; Shipping Weight: 2,800 Pounds
Total Production: 19,748
Rebel, Body Styles:
Rebel:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7015-0
Base Price: $2,626; Shipping Weight: 3,129 Pounds
Total Production: 11,725
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #7019-0
Base Price: $2,660; Shipping Weight: 3,148 Pounds
Total Production: 1,791
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7018-0
Base Price: $2,766; Shipping Weight: 3,356 Pounds
Total Production: 8,183
Rebel SST:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7015-7
Base Price: $2,684; Shipping Weight: 3,155 Pounds
Total Production: 13,092
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #7019-7
Base Price: $2,718; Shipping Weight: 3,206 Pounds
Total Production: 6,573
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7018-7
Base Price: $3,072; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Pounds
Total Production: 6,846
Rebel Machine, V-8:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #7019-7
Base Price: $3,475; Shipping Weight: 3,650 Pounds
Total Production: 1,936
AMX, Body Styles:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 2 Passenger, Model #7039-7
Base Price: $3,395; Shipping Weight: 3,126 Pounds
Total Production: 4,116
Gremlin, Body Styles:
2 Door Sedan, 2 Passenger, Model #7046-0
Base Price: $1,879; Shipping Weight: 2,497 Pounds
Total Production: 872
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7046-5
Base Price: $1,959; Shipping Weight: 2,557 Pounds
Total Production: 27,688
Javelin, Body Styles:
Javelin:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7079-5
Base Price: $2,720; Shipping Weight: 2,845 Pounds
Total Productionl: 8,496
Javelin SST:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7079-7
Base Price: $2,648; Shipping Weight: 2,863 Pounds
Total Production: 19,719
Javelin SST Trans Am, V-8:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7079-7
Base Price: Not Available: Shipping Weight: Not Available
Total Production: 100*
Mark Donohue Javelin SST, V-8:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7079-7
Base Price: Not Available: Shipping Weight: Not Available
Total Production: 2,501*
* Included in Total Javelin SST Production Figures of 19,714.
Ambassador, Body Styles:
Ambassador Line:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #7085-2
Base Price: $3,020; Shipping Weight: 3,328 Pounds
Total Production: 9,565
Ambassador DPL V-8:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #7085-5
Base Price: $3,588; Shipping Weight: 3,523 Pounds
Total Production: 6,414
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model #7089-5
Base Price: $3,605; Shipping Weight: 3,555 Pounds
Total Production: 2,036
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #7088-5
Base Price: $3,946; Shipping Weight: 3,817 Pounds
Total Production: 8,270
Ambassador SST, V-8:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #7085-7
Base Price: $3,722; Shipping Weight: 3,557 Pounds
Total Production: 19,687
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7089-7
Base Price: $3,739; Shipping Weight: 3,606 Pounds
Total Production: 8,255
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #7088-7
Base Price: $4,122; Shipping Weight: 3,852 Pounds
Total Production: 5,714
Note: All prices & weights shown are for standard engines and basic equipment.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Gremlin: 96"
AMX: 97"
Hornet: 108"
Javelin: 109.9"
Rebel: 114"
Ambassador: 122"
Tire Sizes:
Hornet: 6.45 X 14"
Rebel: E78 X 14"; E60 X 15" Optional
AMX: E78 X 14"
Gremlin: 6.00 X 13"
Javelin: 6 Cylinder, C78 X 14"
8 Cylinder, D78 X 14", F70 X 14" Optional
Ambassador: F78 X 14"
1970 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
210 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3.75" X 3.44"
Engine Displacement: 304 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 45.0
Horsepower: 210 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 305 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
245 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.08" X 3.44"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 245 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 365 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
290 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.08" X 3.44"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 290 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 395 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
325 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.156" X 3.574"
Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 55.51
Horsepower: 325 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 420 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
340 H.P., 8 Cylinder, Rebel Machine, 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: 10.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 55.51
Horsepower: 340 @ 5,100 RPM
Torque: 430 Ft Lbs @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
Engine Availability by Series:
Hornet:
128 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 199 Cu. In. - Standard
145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard on SST, Optional Base
155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional
210 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
Gremlin:
128 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 199 Cu. In. - Standard
145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional
210 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
Rebel:
145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional
210 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
245 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
290 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
325 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Optional
340 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Standard on Rebel Machine
Javelin:
145 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
210 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
245 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
290 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
325 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Optional on SST
AMX:
290 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Standard
325 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Optional
Ambassador:
155 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard, except SST
210 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Standard on DPL, Optional on Base
245 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
290 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
325 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In., - Optional on SST
Tune Up Specifications:
199 & 232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine:
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: 3 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 14.0:1
Automatic Transmission: 14.0:1
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: 5 Degrees BTDC
390 Cu. In. Engine w/Distributor #1111948: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 650 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 14.0:1
Automatic Transmission: 14.0:1
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 199 & 232 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash:
Intake: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Exhaust: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 Degrees
Valve Face Angle:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 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, 304, 360, & 390 Cu. In. Engines, Except Rebel Machine:
Valve Lash, Hot
Intake: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Exhaust: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Valve Face Angle:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44-1/2 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 200 Lbs @ 1-25/64"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725";
Exhaust: .3715:-.3725"
8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine, Rebel Machine:
Valve Lash, Hot
Intake: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Exhaust: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Valve Face Angle:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44-1/2 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 189 Lbs @ 1-23/64"
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: .0005"-.0013"
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: .0015"-.007"
8 Cylinder Engine, 304 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.0018"
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: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance:
Rear Main: .002"-.003"
Others: .001"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 360 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .0012"-.002"
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: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance:
Rear Main: .002"-.003"
Others: .001"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cu. In., Except Rebel Machine:
Piston Clearance: .0012"-.002"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.000"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2402"-2.2471"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance:
Rear Main: .002"-.003"
Others: .001"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cu. In., Rebel Machine:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.0018"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.000"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2402"-2.2471"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance:
Rear Main: .002"-.003"
Others: .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: 75-85 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: 26-30 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 50-60 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 304 & 360 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 105-115 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: 26-30 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.
8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 105-115 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:
Rebel & Ambassador Sedans & Rebel 2 Seat Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
All Others: 19 Gallons
California Cars: 2 Gallons Less
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints
Fully Synchronized: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
All V-8 with 304 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:
Rebel & Ambassador Sedans & Rebel 2 Seat Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
All Others: 19 Gallons
California Cars: 2 Gallons Less
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3 Pints
4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
All V-8 with 360 & 390 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:
Rebel & Ambassador Sedans & Rebel 2 Seat Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
All Others: 19 Gallons
California Cars: 2 Gallons Less
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1110444
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 to 3 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Distributor #11104481
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,050 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,250 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Distributor Retard:
Vacuum to Start Retard: 5"
Maximum Retard: 4-1/2 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #1111191
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7.5 to 9.5 Degrees @ 1,000 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 @ 20.5" Vacuum
Distributor #1111472
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7.5 to 9.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 19-1/2" Vacuum
Distributor #1111473
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 0 to 2.5 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8.5 Degrees @ 800 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 @ 20.5" Vacuum
Distributor #1111948
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 0 to 2.5 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8.5 Degrees @ 800 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 @ 19.5" Vacuum
Distributor #1111987
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8 Degrees @ 750 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: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 14.5" Vacuum
Distributor Retard:
Vacuum to Start Retard: 5"
Maximum Retard: 5-1/2 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #11101988
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5 to 7 Degrees @ 825 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 14.5" Vacuum
Distributor Retard:
Vacuum to Start Retard: 5"
Maximum Retard: 5-1/2 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #1112018
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 6.5 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Distributor Retard:
Vacuum to Start Retard: 5"
Maximum Retard: 5-1/2 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Alternator Specifications:
American Motors
Model: 3195534
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 35
Volts: 15
Field Current:
2.4 to 2.5 Amperes
10 Volts
Regulator:
Model: 3195003 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.7 to 14.5 Volts
Motorola
Model: A-12NAM 456
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 35
Volts: 14.2
Field Current: 2.0 to 2.6 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: R2AM 4 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.7 to 14.5 Volts
Motorola
Model: A-12NAM 606
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 55
Volts: 15
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.4 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: R2AM 4 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.7 to 14.5 Volts
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #C7FF-11001-B, C9FF-11001-A
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 12.0 Volts @ 9,250 RPM
Torque Test: 500 Amperes, 4.5 Volts
Rear Axle Specifications:
7-7/16" Drive Gear:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .005"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Sleeve
Adjustment: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: 008"
8-7/8" Drive Gear:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .005"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Sleeve
Adjustment: 17-28 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .008"
Brake Specifications:
Gremlin:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1":
Hornet & 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"
Ambassador & Rebel, 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
AMX, Hornet & Javelin 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: Not Available
Rear: Not Available
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Rebel 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: Not Available
Rear: Not Available
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
All with Disc Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2"
Rear: 1"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Javelin:
Caster: + 1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: Zero Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 22 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 25 Degrees
Others with Manual Steering:
Caster: Zero Degrees
Camber:
Left: Zero Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 22 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 25 Degrees
Others with Power Steering:
Caster: + 1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: Zero Degree
Right: Zero Degrees
Toe In: 1/16" to 3/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 22 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 25 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: YF
Part #4767S
Float Level: 29/64"
Float Drop: 1-1/4"
Idle Vent Setting: .052"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: 2,300 RPM
Choke Unloader Setting: .300"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Part #4768S
Float Level: 29/64"
Float Drop: 1-1/4"
Idle Vent Setting: .052"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: 2,300 RPM
Choke Unloader Setting: .325"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Part #4769S, 4770S
Float Level: 29/64"
Float Drop: 1-1/4"
Idle Vent Setting: .055"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: 2,300 RPM
Choke Unloader Setting: .300"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Part #4978S
Float Level: 29/64"
Float Drop: 1-1/4"
Idle Vent Setting: .055"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: 2,300 RPM
Choke Unloader Setting: .300"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model: WCD
Part #4816S
Float Level: 7/32"
Fast Idle Setting: .021"
Choke Unloader Setting: 3/16"
Dashpot Setting: 3/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Part #4817S, 4950S
Float Level: 7/32"
Fast Idle Setting: .024"
Choke Unloader Setting: 3/16"
Dashpot Setting: 3/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Motorcraft Carburetor Adjustments:
Carburetor Model: 2100
Carburetor #ODA2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Hole #3
Choke Plate Clearance: .300"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .170"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .200"
Dashpot Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #ODM2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Hole #3
Choke Plate Clearance: .260"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .170"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .200"
Dashpot Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor #ORA2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Hole #3
Choke Plate Clearance: .350"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .170"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .200"
Dashpot Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model 4300:
Carburetor #OWA4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .170"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .300"
Dashpot Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #OWM4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .200"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .300"
Dashpot Setting: 1/8"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
B-6 Electric Blue
P-1 Classic Black
P-2 Big Bad Blue
P-3 Big Bad Orange
P-4 Big Bad Green
P-8 Shadow Black
P-39 Matador Red
P-58 Hialeah Yellow
P-72 Frost White
P-79 Bittersweet Orange
P-82 Bayshore Blue
P-84 Commodore Blue
P-85 Sea Foam Aqua
P-86 Mosport Green
P-87 Glen Green
P-90 Golden Lime
P-91 Tijuana Tan
P-94 Moroccan Brown
P-95 SonicSilver
P-81 Gray
S/C Rambler Colors & Codes:
Code Color
P-7 Flat Black
P-9 Bright Red
P-10 Bright Blue
P-88 White
Popular Options:
Hornet & Gremlin:
Power Steering, Power Brakes, Air Conditioning, Bumper Guards, Block Heater, Luggage Rack for Gremlin, Special Paint, M Push Button Radio, Rally Stripes for Gremlin, Custom Steering Wheel for Gremlin, Automatic Transmission, Electric Wipers, Windshield Washer, Wheel Discs, Tinted Glass, Electric Clock, Front Disc Brakes, Vinyl Roof for Hornet SST, Heavy Duty Battery, Various Engine Options, Various Paint & Trim Options.
Ambassador & Rebel:
Power Steering, Power Brakes, Air Conditioning (Standard on Ambassador), Cruise Control, Automatic Transmission, Bumper Guards, Tinted Glass, Two Tone Paint, Power Windows (Ambassador), Power Tailgate Window (Standard with 3rd Seat), 3rd Seat for Wagons, AM Push Button Radio, AM-FM Push Button Radio, 8 Track Stereo Tape, Rear Seat Speakers, Tilt Steering Wheel, Turbo Cast Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Heavy Duty Battery, Twin-Grip Rear Axle, Dual Exhaust, Various :Paint & Trim Options, Various Engine Options.
AMX & Javelin:
Power Steering, Power Brakes, Rar Bumper Guards, Center Console, Automatic Transmission, Tinted Glass, AM Radio, AM-FM Radio, 8 Track Stereo Tape, Rear Seat Speakers, Dual Exhaust, Tachometer & 140 MPH Speedometer, Quick Ratio Manual Steering, Turbo Cast Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Styled Wheels, Heavy Duty Cooling System, Heavy Duty Battery, Twin-Grip Rear Axle, Dual Exhaust, Power Front Disc Brakes, Various Paint & Trim Options, Various Engine Options.
1970 American Motors Historical Data:
1970 AMC model year introduction was on September 25, 1969 for all models except the Gremlin, which was introduced on April 1, 1970.
Total 1970 AMC model year production was 242,664.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Hornet 2 Door Sedan, Javelin 2 Door Hardtop, AMX 2 Door Hardtop.
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