1975 AMERICAN MOTORS
Model Designations:
Hornet, Series 01
Matador Coupe, Series 10
Gremlin, Series 40
Pacer, Series 60
Matador (Sedan & Wagon), Series 80
Hornet, Body Styles:
Hornet, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7506-7
Base Price: $3,074; Shipping Weight: 2,815 Pounds
Total Production: 12,392*
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7505-7
Base Price: $3,124; Shipping Weight: 2,881 Pounds
Total Producton: 20,565*
2 Door Hatchback, 5 Passenger, Body #7503-7
Base Price: $3,174; Shipping Weight: 2,839 Pounds
Total Production: 13,441*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7508-7
Base Price: $3,374; Shipping Weight: 2,948 Pounds
Total Production: 39,563*
Hornet, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7506-7
Base Price: $3,312; Shipping Weight: 3,085 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7505-7
Base Price: $3,262; Shipping Weight: 3,147 Pounds
Total Producton: *
2 Door Hatchback, 5 Passenger, Body #7503-7
Base Price: $2,987; Shipping Weight: 3,042 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7508-7
Base Price: $3,374; Shipping Weight: 3,175 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Hornet Production Figures are Combined.
Matador Coupe, Body Styles:
Matador Coupe, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7516-7
Base Price: $3,446; Shipping Weight: 3,562 Pounds
Total Production: 23,368*
Matador Coupe, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7516-7
Base Price: $3,545; Shipping Weight: 3,734 Pounds
Total Production: *
Gremlin, Body Styles:
Gremlin, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7546-5
Base Price: $2,798; Shipping Weight: 2,694 Pounds
Total Production: 56,011*
Gremlin, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7546-5
Base Price: $2,952; Shipping Weight: 2,952 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Gremlin Production Figures are Combined.
Pacer, Body Styles:
Base Pacer:
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7566-7
Base Price: $3,299; Shipping Weight: 2,995 Pounds
Total Production: 72,158*
Pacer "X":
2 Door Sport Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7566-7
Base Price: $3,638; Shipping Weight: Not Available
Total Production: *
Pacer "D/L":
2 Door DeLuxe Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7566-7
Base Price: $3,588; Shipping Weight: Not Available
Total Production: 19,050**
* Total Pacer Production of all trim lines was 72,158
** Pacer D/L Production is indicated, however this is included in the total of 72,158 Pacers produced.
Matador (Sedan & Station Wagon), Body Styles:
Matador 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7585-7
Base Price: $3,452; Shipping Weight: 3,586 Pounds
Total Production: 27,522*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7588-7
Base Price: $3,844; Shipping Weight: 3,878 Pounds
Total Production: 9,692*
Matador, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7585-7
Base Price: $3,551; Shipping Weight: 3,746 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7588-7
Base Price: $3,943; Shipping Weight: 4,038 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Matador Production Figures are Combined.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Gremlin: 96"
Pacer: 100"
Hornet: 108"
Matador Sedan & Wagon: 118"
Matador Coupe: 114"
Tire Sizes:
Hornet: 6.95 X 14"
Gremlin: 6.45 X 14"
Pacer: 6.95 X 14"
Matador Coupe: ER78 X 14"
Matador Sedan: FR78 X 14"
Matador Wagon: HR78 X 14"
Rear Axle Ratios:
Gremlin: 2.53:1; 2.73:1; 2.87:1; 3.08:1; 3.15:1
Matador: 2.87:1; 3.15:1; 3.54:1
Pacer: 2.53:1; 2.73:1; 3.08:1
Hornet: 2.53:1; 2.73:1; 2.87:1; 3.08:1; 3.15:1
1975 AMERICAN MOTORS
90 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: 90 @ 3,050 RPM
Torque: 163 Ft Lbs @ 2,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI
95 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: 95 @ 3,050 RPM
Torque: 179 Ft Lbs @ 2,100 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI
120 H.P., 304 Cu. In., 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: 120 @ 3,200 RPM
Torque: 220 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI
140 H.P., 360 Cu. In., 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: 8.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 140 @ 3,300 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI
180 H.P., 360 Cu. In., 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: 8.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.27
Horsepower: 180 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 280 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI
Engine Availability by Series:
Hornet:
90 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
95 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
120 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
Gremlin:
90 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
95 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
120 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
Pacer:
90 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
95 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
Matador:
95 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Standard
120 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
140 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In., - Optional
180 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 360 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"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 5 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive; California Cars: 700 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
258 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 3 Degrees BTDC
With Distributor #3227331: 8 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive; California Cars: 700 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
304 Cu. In. 8 Cylinder Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 5 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
360 Cu. In. 8 Cylinder Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
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 Cu. In. Engines, except Police & Taxi Vehicles:
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: 213 Lbs @ 1-23/64"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725";
Exhaust: .3715:-.3725"
8 Cylinder, 304, & 360 Cu. In. Engines, Police & Taxi Vehicles:
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:
Intake: 1-13/16"
Exhaust: 1-5/8"
Valve Spring Pressure:
Intake: 270 Lbs @ 1-3/8"
Exhaust: 270 Lbs @ 1-13/16"
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: .9304"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0023
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4986"-2.5001"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Crankshaft End Play: .0015"-.0065"
8 Cylinder Engine, 304 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.0018"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .010"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9311"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 360 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance:
Except Police Cars: .0012"-.002"
Police Cars: .0016"-.0024"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9311"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Rear Main: 2.7464"-2.7479"
Others: 2.7474"-2.7489"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 23 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cap Screw: 19 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Cover: 50 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 28 Ft. Lbs. (Pacer: 33 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: 19 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.
Capacities:
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines, except Pacer:
Cooling System:
11 Quarts With Heater
11-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet, early cars: 17 Gallons
Hornet, late cars: 22 Gallons
Pacer: 22 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-1/2 Gallons
Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed, without Overdrive: 3-1/2 Pints
3 Speed with Overdrive: 4 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
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines, Pacer:
Cooling System:
10-1/2 Quarts With Heater
11 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet, early cars: 17 Gallons
Hornet, late cars: 22 Gallons
Pacer: 22 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-1/2 Gallons
Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed, without Overdrive: 4 Pints
3 Speed with Overdrive: 4-1/2 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
+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
304 Cu. In. Engines, Gremlin & Hornet:
Cooling System:
16-1/2 Quarts With Heater
16-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet, early cars: 17 Gallons
Hornet, late cars: 22 Gallons
Pacer: 22 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-1/2 Gallons
Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
304 Cu. In. Engines, Matador Sedan & Wagon:
Cooling System:
16-1/2 Quarts With Heater
16-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Hornet, early cars: 17 Gallons
Hornet, late cars: 22 Gallons
Pacer: 22 Gallons
Matador 2 Door Coupes & 4 Door Sedans: 24-1/2 Gallons
Matador Wagons: 21 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
304 Cu. In. Engines, Matador 2 Door Coupe:
Cooling System:
18-1/2 Quarts With Heater+
18-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 24-1/2 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 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
360 Cu. In. Engine, Matador Sedan & Wagon:
Cooling System:
15-1/2 Quarts With Heater
15-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Matador Sedans: 24-1/2 Gallons
Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
360 Cu. In. Engine, Matador 2 Door Coupe:
Cooling System:
17-1/2 Quarts With Heater+
17-1/2 Quarts With Air Conditioning+
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 24-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission: 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle:
7-9/16 Axle: 3 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 4 Pints
+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System
Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #3224746
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1-1/2 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5 to 7 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 to 8.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 9-1/2 to 14 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 16.75 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Distributor #3224965
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 6 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 11 to 13 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 18 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Distributor #3224966
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2.5 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.25 to 8.75 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8.25 to 10.25 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 11 to 13 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 18.25 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Distributor #3224968
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 1/2 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 2 to 4.75 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 6.5 to 9 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 13.1" Vacuum
Distributor #3224969
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.5 to 6 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 7 to 9.5 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 13.1" Vacuum
Alternator Specifications:
Motorola
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 37
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RH2003 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.1 to 14.3 Volts
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 51
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RH2003 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.1 to 14.3 Volts
Motorola
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 62
Field Current: 1.8 to 2.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 8RH2003 (Sealed Assembly)
Regulator Test @ 120 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 2,000
Voltage: 13.1 to 14.3 Volts
Delco:
Delco
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 37
Field Current: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 1116387 (Integral Regulator)
Regulator Test @ 80 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 3,000
Voltage: 14.0 to 14.3 Volts
Delco
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 55
Field Current: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 1116387 (Integral Regulator)
Regulator Test @ 80 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 3,000
Voltage: 14.0 to 14.3 Volts
Delco
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 63
Field Current: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 1116387 (Integral Regulator)
Regulator Test @ 80 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 3,000
Voltage: 14.0 to 14.3 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, 3.4 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:
Pacer:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 3.1"
Front Drum: 1-3/32"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc Brakes: 1"
Non Power Disc Brakes:-1/16"
Power Drum Brakes: 1":
Gremlin, 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 3.1"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc Brakes: 1"
Non Power Disc Brakes:-1/16"
Power Drum Brakes: 1":
Gremlin, 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 3.1"
Front Drum: 1-3/16"
Rear 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc Brakes: 1"
Non Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Non-Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1":
Hornet 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 3.1"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc Brakes: 1"
Non Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/16"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Hornet 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 3.1"
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:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.6"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Power Disc 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: At Full Turn
Inner Wheel: 38 Degrees
Matador & Pacer:
Caster: + 1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 3/8 Degree
Right: + 1/8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: At Full Turn
Inner Wheel:
Matador: 38 Degrees
Pacer: 35 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: YF
Part #7039, 7041, 7061, 7062, 7074
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/8"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: .180"
Choke Unloader Setting: .275"
Pulldown Setting: .205"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Motorcraft Carburetor Adjustments:
Carburetor Model: 2100
Carburetor #5DA2
Dry Float Level: 13/32"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3
Choke Plate Clearance: .140
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor #5DM2
Dry Float Level: 13/32"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3
Choke Plate Clearance: .130"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Dashpot Setting: .093"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #5RA2
Dry Float Level: 13/32"
Wet Fuel Level: 3/4"
Pump Setting: Hole #3
Choke Plate Clearance: .140"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"
Dechoke Clearance: .250"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model 4350:
Carburetor #5TA4
Dry Float Level: .900"
Pump Setting:
Initial Setting: .160"
Delayed Setting: .210"
Choke Plate Clearance: .140"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .160"
Auxiliary Valve Inlet Setting: .050"
Dechoke Clearance: .325"
Metering Rod Setting: .120"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #5TA4D
Dry Float Level: 29/32"
Choke Plate Clearance: .135"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .135"
Auxiliary Valve Inlet Setting: .050"
Dechoke Clearance: .325"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor #5TA4PD
Dry Float Level: 15/16"
Choke Plate Clearance: .135"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .135"
Auxiliary Inlet Valve Setting: .030"
Dechoke Clearance: .325"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Popular Options:
Gremlin, Hornet & Matador:
Power Steering, Power Brakes, Disc Brakes, Air Conditioning, Automatic Transmission, "X" Package, Oleg Cassini Matador Coupe Trim Package, Gremlin Levi's Package, Gremlin Rallye Option Package, AM Push Button Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio & 8 Track Tape Player for Matador, Hornet Rallye Option Package, Styled Road Wheels, 3rd Seat for Matador Wagon, Matador Wagon Brougham Package, Luggage Rack for Wagons, Econo-Miser Package, Reclining Seats, Power Windows (Matador), Various Other Engine & Trim Packages.
Pacer:
Automatic Transmission, Overdrive, Twin-Grip Differential, Power Steering, Power Front Disc Brakes, Manual Front Disc Brakes, AM Push Button Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio with 4 Speakers, AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8 Track Tape Player, Bucket Seats, Air Conditioning, Recllining Seats, Tinted Glass, Rear Defogger, Rear Window Washer & Wiper, Rook Rack, Tilt Steering Wheel, Intermittend Wipers, Door Vent Windows, Sports Steering Wheels, Wheel Discs, Road Wheels, "X" Package, Whitewall Tires, Vinyl Roof, Two Tone Paint, D/L Package, Optional 6 Cylinder Engine.
1975 American Motors Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
D7 Trans-Am Red
E6 Fawn Beige
E9 Mellow Yellow
F9 Copper Metallic
G3 Dark Green Metallic
G6 Sienna Orange
G7 Alpine White
G8 Pastel Blue
G9 Medium Blue Metallic
H1 Deep Blue Metallic
H2 Reef Green
H4 Dark Cocoa Metallic
H5 Green Apple
H6 Golden Jade
H7 Aztec Copper
H8 Autumn Red Metallic
H9 Silver Dawn Metallic
J2 Brandywine
J7 Ivory Green
J8 Caramel Tan
P1 Classic Black
P81 Gray
6A Marine Aqua
6B Seaspray Green
6C Evergreen
6D Sand Tan
6E Burnished Bronze
6J Silver Frost
6K Limefire
6P Firecracker Red
6R Brilliant Blue
6T Nautical Blue
6V Sunshine Yellow
Note: Not all colors are available on all models.
1975 American Motors Historical Data:
1975 AMC model year introduction for all models except Pacer was on November 15, 1974.
The 1975 Pacer was introduced on February 28, 1975.
Total 1975 AMC model year production was 244,941.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Pacer 2 Door Sedan.
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