1973 AMERICAN MOTORS
Model Designations:
Hornet, Series 01
Matador, Series 10
Gremlin, Series 40
Javelin, Series 70
Ambassador, Series 80
Hornet, Body Styles:
Hornet, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7306-7
Base Price: $2,295; Shipping Weight: 2,777 Pounds
Total Production: 23,187*
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7305-7
Base Price: $2,343; Shipping Weight: 2,854 Pounds
Total Producton: 25,452*
2 Door Hatchback, 5 Passenger, Body #7303-7
Base Price: $2,449; Shipping Weight: 2,818 Pounds
Total Production: 40,110*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7308-7
Base Price: $2,675; Shipping Weight: 2,921 Pounds
Total Production: 44,719*
Hornet, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7306-7
Base Price: $2,436; Shipping Weight: 2,990 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7305-7
Base Price: $2,481; Shipping Weight: 3,067 Pounds
Total Producton: *
2 Door Hatchback, 5 Passenger, Body #7303-7
Base Price: $2,587; Shipping Weight: 3,031 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7308-7
Base Price: $2,813; Shipping Weight: 3,134 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Hornet Production Figures are Combined.
Matador, Body Styles:
Matador, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7315-7
Base Price: $2,814; Shipping Weight: 3,289 Pounds
Total Production: 33,822*
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #7319-7
Base Price: $2,887; Shipping Weight: 3,314 Pounds
Total Production: 7,067*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7318-7
Base Price: $3,197; Shipping Weight: 3,627 Pounds
Total Production: 11,643*
Matador, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7315-7
Base Price: $2,853; Shipping Weight: 3,502 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #7319-7
Base Price: $2,986; Shipping Weight: 3,527 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7318-7
Base Price: $3,278; Shipping Weight: 3,815 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Matador Production Figures are Combined.
Gremlin, Body Styles:
Gremlin, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7346-5
Base Price: $2,098; Shipping Weight: 2,642 Pounds
Total Production: 122,844*
Gremlin, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7346-5
Base Price: $2,252; Shipping Weight: 2,867 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Gremlin Production Figures are Combined.
Javelin, Body Styles:
Javelin, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7379-7
Base Price: $2,889; Shipping Weight: 2,868 Pounds
Total Productionl: 25,195*
Javelin , 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7319-7
Base Price: $2,983; Shipping Weight: 3,104 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Javelin Production Figures are Combined.
Javelin/AMX, V-8:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 4 Passenger, Model #7379-8
Base Price: $3,191; Shipping Weight: 3,170 Pounds
Total Production: 5,707
Ambassador, Body Styles:
Ambassador V-8:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model #7385-7
Base Price: $4,461; Shipping Weight: 3,763 Pounds
Total Production: 31,490
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7389-7
Base Price: $4,477; Shipping Weight: 3,774 Pounds
Total Production: 5,534
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model #7388-7
Base Price: $4,861; Shipping Weight: 4,054 Pounds
Total Production: 12,270
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: 6.95 X 14"
Matador: E78 X 14"
Gremlin: 6.45 X 14"
Gremlin: 6.45 X 14"
Javelin: D78 X 14"
Ambassador: F78 X 14"
1973 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: 8.4 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: 8.5 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: 8.5 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: 8.5 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
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
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
255 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In., - Optional
Tune Up Specifications:
232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine:
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: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
258 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine:
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: 7 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive
304 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
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
401 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
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: 44-1/2 Degrees
Valve Face Angle:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 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: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 23 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cap Screw: 21 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Cover: 50 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 55 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 304 & 360 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 110 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 43 Ft.Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cap Screw: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 50 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 55 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 110 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 43 Ft.Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cap Screws: 67 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 50 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 38 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines:
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: 20 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 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: 20 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 20 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:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" 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: 20 Gallons
Ambassador Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3 Pints
4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1110522
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2.5 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 6.5 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9 to 11 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 13-1/4" Vacuum
Distributor #1110523
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 2 to 2.45 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 to 8.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9 to 11 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 13-1/4" 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
Distributor #1112179
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 6.5 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 9.75 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 10.75 to 12.25 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.25 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Distributor #1112214
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2.25 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.75 to 8.75 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 11 to 13 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.25 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor #1112215
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 3.25 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5 to 7 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.25 to 8.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9.5 to 11.5 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.25 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Alternator Specifications:
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 37
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RD2001 (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: 51
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RD2001 (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: 62
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RD2001 (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: 1-1/16"
Non-Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1":
Gremlin, 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:
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:
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:
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:
Non-Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Power Disc Brakes: 1"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Matador & Ambassador 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-3/4"
Front Drum: 1-3/32"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Manual Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Hornet & Gremlin:
Caster: Zero
Camber:
Left: + 3/8 Degree
Right: + 1/8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 22 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 25 Degrees
Javelin, Matador & Ambassador:
Caster: + 1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 3/8 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 #6299S, 6300S, 6400S, 6401S, 6421S, 6425S
Float Level: 29/64"
Float Drop: 1-1/4"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: 1,600 RPM
Choke Unloader Setting: .275"
Pulldown Setting: .215"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #6424, 6429, 6430, 6432
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/8"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: 1,600 RPM
Choke Unloader Setting: .275"
Pulldown Setting: .215"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #6423, 6431
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/8"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: .190"
Choke Unloader Setting: .275"
Pulldown Setting: .215"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Motorcraft Carburetor Adjustments:
Carburetor Model: 2100
Carburetor #3DA2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3A
Choke Plate Clearance: .120"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .110"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #3DM2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3A
Choke Plate Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor #3RA2
Dry Float Level: 3/8"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3A
Choke Plate Clearance: .120"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .110"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor Model 4300:
Carburetor #3TA4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .160"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Auxiliary Valve Inlet Setting: .060"
Dechoke Clearance: .275"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #3TA4 Police
Dry Float Level: 15/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .160"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Auxiliary Valve Inlet Setting: .030"
Dechoke Clearance: .275"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #3TM4
Dry Float Level: 13/16"
Pump Setting: Center Hole
Choke Plate Clearance: .190"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .160"
Fast Idle Speed (Hot): 1,600 RPM
Auxiliary Inlet Valve Setting: .060"
Dechoke Clearance: .275"
Dashpot Setting: 9/64"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Popular Options:
Gremlin "X: Package, Sportabout DL Package, Gucci Vinyl Interior in Hornte, Javelin AMX "360" Go-Package, Power Brakes (Standard on Ambassador), Power Disc Brakes (Standard on Ambassador), Manual Disc Brakes, Sun Roof, 3rd Seat & Power Tailgate for Station Wagon, Reclining Seats, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, Vinyl Roof on Hornet, Javelin, Matador & Ambassador, Power Windows, AM/FM Stereo, Automatic Transmission, a Variety of Trim and Engine/Transmission Options.
1973 American Motors Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
A1 Snow White
E1 Diamond Blue, Metallic
E2 Olympic Blue, Metallic
F2 Maxi Blue
C8 Grasshopper Green Metallic
F3 Fairway Green Metallic
E4 Tallyho Green Metallic
F1 Blarney Green
E5 Pewter Silver Metallic
E6 Fawn Beige
E7 Copper Tan Metallic
D4 Cordoba Brown Metallic
F4 Daisy Yellow
E9 Mellow Yellow
D7 Trans-Am Red
F5 Vineyard Burgundy Metallic
F3 Fresh Plum Metallic
P1 Classic Black
P-81 Gray
Note: Not all colors are available on all models.
1973 American Motors Historical Data:
1973 AMC model year introduction is not available.
Total 1973 AMC model year production was 378,440.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Hornet 2 Door Hatchback.
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