1972 AMERICAN MOTORS
Model Designations:
Hornet, Series 01
Matador, Series 10
Gremlin, Series 40
Javelin, Series 70
Ambassador, Series 80
Hornet, Body Styles:
Hornet SST, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7206-7
Base Price: $2,199; Shipping Weight: 2,627 Pounds
Total Production: 27,122*
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7205-7
Base Price: $2,265; Shipping Weight: 2,691 Pounds
Total Producton: 24,254*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7208-7
Base Price: $2,587; Shipping Weight: 2,769 Pounds
Total Production: 34,065*
Hornet SST, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7206-7
Base Price: $2,337; Shipping Weight: 2,861 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7205-7
Base Price: $2,403; Shipping Weight: 2,925 Pounds
Total Producton: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7208-7
Base Price: $2,725; Shipping Weight: 2,998 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Hornet Production Figures are Combined.
Matador, Body Styles:
Matador, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7215-7
Base Price: $2,784; Shipping Weight: 3,171 Pounds
Total Production: 36,899*
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #7219-7
Base Price: $2,818; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds
Total Production: 7,306*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7218-7
Base Price: $3,140; Shipping Weight: 3,480 Pounds
Total Production: 10,448*
Matador, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7215-7
Base Price: $2,883; Shipping Weight: 3,355 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #7219-7
Base Price: $2,917; Shipping Weight: 3,394 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7218-7
Base Price: $3,239; Shipping Weight: 3,653 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Matador Production Figures are Combined.
Gremlin, Body Styles:
Gremlin, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7246-5
Base Price: $1,999; Shipping Weight: 2,494 Pounds
Total Production: 94,808*
Gremlin, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7246-5
Base Price: $2,153; Shipping Weight: 2,746 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Gremlin Production Figures are Combined.
Javelin, Body Styles:
Javelin SST, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7279-7
Base Price: $2,807; Shipping Weight: 2,875 Pounds
Total Productionl: 22,964*
Javelin SST, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7219-7
Base Price: $2,901; Shipping Weight: 3,118 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Javelin Production Figures are Combined.
Javelin/AMX, V-8:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7279-8
Base Price: $3,109; Shipping Weight: 3,149 Pounds
Total Production: 3,220
Ambassador, Body Styles:
Ambassador SST V-8:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #7285-5
Base Price: $3,885; Shipping Weight: 3,537 Pounds
Total Production: 11,929
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model #7289-5
Base Price: $3,902; Shipping Weight: 3,579 Pounds
Total Production: 986
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #7288-5
Base Price: $4,270; Shipping Weight: 3,833 Pounds
Total Production: 5,256
Ambassador Brougham V-8:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #7285-7
Base Price: $4,002; Shipping Weight: 3,551 Pounds
Total Production: 16,432
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7289-7
Base Price: $4,018; Shipping Weight: 3,581 Pounds
Total Production: 4,137
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #7288-7
Base Price: $4,437; Shipping Weight: 3,857 Pounds
Total Production: 5,624
Note: All prices & weights shown are for standard engines and basic equipment.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Gremlin: 96"
Hornet: 108"
Javelin: 110"
Matador: 118"
Ambassador: 122"
Tire Sizes:
Hornet: 6.45 X 14"
Hornet 6 Cylinder with Air Conditioning & 8 Cylinder: 6.95 X 14"
Matador: E78 X 14"
Gremlin: 6.00 X 13"
Gremlin with Air Conditioning or 8 Cylinder: 6.45 X 14"
Javelin: 6 Cylinder, C78 X 14"
8 Cylinder, D78 X 14"
AMX: E70 X 14"
Ambassador Sedans: E78 X 14"
Ambassador Station Wagon: H78 X 14"
1972 AMERICAN MOTORS
100 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: 8.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.75
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 185 Ft Lbs @ 1,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
110 H.P. Engine, 258 Cu. In, 6 Cylinder Engine:
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.900"
Engine Displacement: 258 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.0 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.75
Horsepower: 110 @ 3,500 RPM
Torque: 195 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
150 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: 8.3 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 45.0
Horsepower: 150 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 245 Ft Lbs @ 2,500 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
175 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: 8.3 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 175 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
195 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: 8.3 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 195 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 295 Ft Lbs @ 2,900 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
220 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel, with Dual Exhaust
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.08" X 3.44"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.3 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 220 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 315 Ft Lbs @ 3,100 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
255 H.P., 8 Cylinder, General Engine Specifications:
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Type: V-Type, 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.17" X 3.68"
Engine Displacement: 401 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 55.64
Horsepower: 255 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 345 Ft Lbs @ 3,300 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 75 PSI
Engine Availability by Series:
Hornet:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
175 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
Gremlin:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
Matador:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard on Sedan & Hardtop
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Standard on Wagons, Optional on Sedan & Hardtop
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
175 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
195 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
220 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
255 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In., - Optional
Javelin:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional, Standard on AMX
175 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional, Javelin & AMX
195 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional, Javelin & AMX
220 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional, Javelin & AMX
255 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In., - Optional, Javelin & AMX
Ambassador:
150 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Standard
175 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
195 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
220 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
255 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In., - Optional
Tune Up Specifications:
232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, except California Cars:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
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 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
232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, California Cars:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
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: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 14.0:1
Automatic Transmission: 14.0:1
258 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, except California Cars:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
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 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
258 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine, California Cars:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
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: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 14.0:1
Automatic Transmission: 14.0:1
304 Cu. In. V-8 Engine, except California Cars:
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM, in Drive
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 13.5.0:1
Automatic Transmission: 14.0:1
304 Cu. In. V-8 Engine, California Cars:
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 13.5.0:1
Automatic Transmission: 14.0.0:1
360 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 14.0:1
Automatic Transmission: 14.0:1
401 Cu. In. V-8 Engine, except California Cars:
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM, in Drive
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 13.5:1
Automatic Transmission: 13.5:1
401 Cu. In. V-8 Engine, California Cars:
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive
Air to Fuel Ratio:
Manual Transmission: 14.0:1
Automatic Transmission: 14.0:1
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash:
Intake: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Exhaust: Hydralic Lifters, No Adjustment
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 44-1/2 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, & 401 Cu. In. Engines:
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: 218 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, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0009"-.0017"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .010"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9306"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4986"-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: .010"
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" (Police Cars: .0016"-.0024")
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, 401 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.0018" (Police Cars: .0014"-.0022")
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.000"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2464"-2.2485"
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, 232 & 258 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: 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: 45-55 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, 401 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: 45-55 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, 232 Cu. In. 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: 205 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints
Fully Synchronized: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints (Matador & Ambassador: 4 Pints)
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In. 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: 205 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 1-1/2 Pints
Fully Synchronized 3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints (Matador & Ambassador: 4 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:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
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 & 401 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:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet: 16 Gallons
Javelin: 16 Gallons
Matador & Ambassador Sedans: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 2 Seat Station Wagons: 19-1/2 Gallons
Matador 3 Seat Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 21-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3 Pints
4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1110340
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8.5 to 11.5 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 13.5 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11.5 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Distributor #1110497
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 5 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5 to 7 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7.5 to 9.5 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9 to 11 Degrees @ 1,500 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: 9 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum
Distributor #1110948
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2.5 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8.9 to 10.5 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9 to 11.5 Degrees @ 1,100 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 11 to 13 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 19" Vacuum
Distributor #1112028
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,100 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9.5 to 11.5 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 11 to 13 Degrees @ 1,750 RPM
Full Advance: 14.5 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 19" Vacuum
Distributor #1112111
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7.5 to 9.5 Degrees @ 1,100 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9.5 to 11.5 Degrees @ 1,300 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 10.5 to 12 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor #1112112
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1.5 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.5 to 5.5 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7.5 to 9.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9.5 to 11.5 Degrees @ 1,500 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: 8.25 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Alternator Specifications:
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 37
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RB2005 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.4 to 13.9 Volts
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 55
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RB2005 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.4 to 13.9 Volts
Starting Motor Specifications:
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 12.0 Volts @ 9,250 RPM
Torque Test: 600 Amperes, 4.5 Volts@ 13 Ft. Lbs. Torque
Rear Axle Specifications:
7-9/16" 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, 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes:
Power Disc: 1"
Non-Power Disc: 1-1/16"
Non-Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1":
Gremlin, 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-3/16"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Non-Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1":
Hornet & Javelin 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc Brakes: 1"
Non-Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Hornet & Javelin 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-3/16"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc Brakes: 1"
Non-Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Matador, 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Fron Drumt: 1-3/32"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Matador & Ambassador 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-3/16"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Manual Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
All Models:
Caster: + 1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/8 Degree
Right: + 1/8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 22 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 25 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: YF
Part #6199S, 6200S, 6202S
Float Level: 29/64"
Float Drop: 1-1/4"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: 1,600 RPM
Choke Unloader Setting: .300"
Pulldown Setting: .230"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Motorcraft Carburetor Adjustments:
Carburetor Model: 2100
Carburetor #2DA2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3A
Choke Plate Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .120"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .200"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #2DM2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3A
Choke Plate Clearance: .140"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .200"
Dashpot Setting: 7/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor #2RA2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3A
Choke Plate Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .120"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .200"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor Model 4300:
Carburetor #2RA4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .300"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor #2TA4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .300"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor #2TM4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .300"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
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 & Matador:
Power Steering, Power Brakes, Air Conditioning (Standard on Ambassador), Cruise Control, Automatic Transmission (Standard on Ambassador SST & Brougham), 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 Multiplex Stereo Radio with 4 Speakers., AM Radio with 8 Track Stereo Tape & 2 Speakers, 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.
Javelin:
Power Steering, Power Brakes, Rar Bumper Guards, Center Console, Automatic Transmission, Tinted Glass, AM Radio, AM-FM Multiplex Stereo Radio with 2 Speakers, AM Radio & 8 Track Stereo Tape with 2 Speakers, Rear Seat Speakers, Dual Exhaust, Tachometer & 140 MPH Speedometer, Tilt Steering Wheel, 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.
1972 American Motors Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
A1 Snow White
C2 Stardust Silver
C3 Skyway Blue
C4 Jetset Blue
C5 Admiral Blue
C6 Surfside Turquoise
C8 Grasshopper Green
C9 Hunter Green
D1 Jolly Green
D2 Yuca Tan
D3 Baja Bronze
D4 Cordoba Brown
D5 Butterscotch Gold
A2 Canary Yellow
D7 Trans-Am Red
D8 Sparkling Burguncy
D9 Wild Plum
P1 Classic Black
P-81 Gray
Note: Not all colors are available on all models.
1972 American Motors Historical Data:
1972 AMC model year introduction was on September 22, 1971.
Total 1972 AMC model year production was 305,450.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Javelin/AMX 2 Door Hardtop.
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