1976 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 #7606-7

Base Price: $3,199; Shipping Weight: 2,909 Pounds


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7605-7

Base Price: $3,199; Shipping Weight: 2,971 Pounds


2 Door Hatchback, 5 Passenger, Body #7603-7

Base Price: $3,199; Shipping Weight: 2,920 Pounds


4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7608-7

Base Price: $3,549; Shipping Weight: 3,040 Pounds



Hornet, 8 Cylinder:


2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7606-7

Base Price: $3,344; Shipping Weight: 3,158 Pounds


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7605-7

Base Price: $3,344; Shipping Weight: 3,220 Pounds


2 Door Hatchback, 5 Passenger, Body #7603-7

Base Price: $3,344; Shipping Weight: 3,169 Pounds


4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #7608-7

Base Price: $3,694; Shipping Weight: 3,289 Pounds


Total Hornet Production:

Hatchback & Sedans: 41,814

Wagons: 29,763



Matador Coupe, Body Styles:


Matador Coupe, 6 Cylinder:


2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7616-7

Base Price: $3,621; Shipping Weight: 3,562 Pounds



Matador Coupe, 8 Cylinder:


2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #7616-7

Base Price: $3,725; Shipping Weight: 3,811 Pounds


Total Matador Coupe & Sedan Production: 30,464




Gremlin, Body Styles:


Gremlin, 6 Cylinder:

2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7646-3

Base Price: $2,889; Shipping Weight: 2,771 Pounds


2 Door Custom Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7646-5

Base Price: $2,998; Shipping Weight: 2,774 Pounds



Gremlin, 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7646-3

Base Price: $3,051; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds


2 Door Custom Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7646-5

Base Price: $3,160 Shipping Weight: 3,023 Pounds


Total Gremlin Production: 52,941



Pacer, Body Styles:


Pacer:

2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7666-7

Base Price: $3,499; Shipping Weight: 3,114 Pounds

Total Production: 117,244





Matador (Sedan & Station Wagon), Body Styles:


Matador 6 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7685-7

Base Price: $3,627; Shipping Weight: 3,589 Pounds



Matador, 8 Cylinder:


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7685-7

Base Price: $3,731; Shipping Weight: 3,838 Pounds


4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7688-7

Base Price: $4,373; Shipping Weight: 4,015 Pounds


Total Matador Production: 30,464



Chassis:


Wheelbase:

Gremlin: 96"

Pacer: 100"

Hornet: 108"

Matador Sedan & Wagon: 118"

Matador Coupe: 114"


Tire Sizes:

Hornet 6: 6.95 X 14"

Hornet 8: D78 X 14"

Gremlin 6: 6.45 X 14"

Gremlin 8: 6.95 X 14"

Pacer: 6.95 X 14"

Matador Coupe & Sedan 6: ER78 X 14"

Matador Coupe & Sedan 8: FR78 X 14"

Matador Wagon: FR78 X 14" or H78 X 14"



Axle Ratios:

Gremlin 6: 2.73:1

Gremlin 8, Manual Transmission: 3.15:1

Gremlin 8, Automatic Transmission: 2.87:1

Pacer, Manual Transmission & 232 Engine: 2.73:1

Pacer, Automatic Transmission & all with 258 Engine: 3.08:1

Hornet 8 with Automatic Transmission: 2.87:1

Hornet Hatchback with floor shift: 3.15:1

Hornet, all others: 2.73:1

Matador 6, Manual Transmission: 3.54:1

Matador 6, Automatic Transmission: 3.15:1

Matador 8, 2.87:1



1976 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: 170 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 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: 180 Ft Lbs @ 2,100 RPM

Matador: 180 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI



120 H.P. Engine, 258 Cu. In, 6 Cylinder Engine:

Carburetor: 2 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: 120 @ 3,400 RPM

Torque: 200 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 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 @ 2,200 RPM

Matador: 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 @ 3,200 RPM

Torque: 260 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 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

120 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: 850 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 with 1 Barrel Carburetor:

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: 6 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Curb Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 850 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 with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

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: 6 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Curb Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 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: 10 Degrees BTDC; (California Cars: 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: 10 Degrees BTDC; (California Cars: 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:

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"




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: .9307"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0955"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003

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: 33 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 80 Ft. Lbs.





Capacities:


6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines, except Pacer:

Cooling System:

With Heater:

All except Pacer: 11 Quarts

Pacer: 14 Quarts

With Air Conditioning:

All Except Pacer & Matador Coupe: 11-1/2 Quarts

Pacer: 14 Quarts

Matador Coupe: 13-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Gremlin: 21 Gallons

Hornet: 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, except Pacer & Matador: 2-1/2 Pints

3 Speed, without Overdrive, Pacer & Matador: 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




304 Cu. In. Engines, Gremlin & Hornet:

Cooling System:

16 Quarts With Heater

16 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: 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: 9-1/2 Quarts

Rear 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: :

Sedans: 24-1/2 Gallons

Matador Wagons: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints


+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System




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: 9-1/2 Quarts

Rear 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: 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: 4 Pints


+ Add 2 Quarts for Coolant Recovery System






Distributor Specifications:


Distributor #3227331

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to .4 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2 to 4 Degrees @ 750 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4 to 6 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4.65 to 6.65 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM

Full Advance: 5.25 to 7.25 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 12.6" Vacuum



Distributor #3228263

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 2.8 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2.8 to 4.85 Degrees @ 750 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4.2 to 6.25 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 7.05 to 9.05 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM

Full Advance: 11 to 13 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.5 Degrees @ 12.7" Vacuum



Distributor #3228264

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 2.4 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 3.4 to 6.4 Degrees @ 750 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4.2 to 6.25 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 9.3 to 11.3 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM

Full Advance: 13.5 to 15.5 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 5 to 7 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum





Distributor #3228265

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 2.7 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2.4 to 4.4 Degrees @ 750 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 3.3 to 5.3 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 5.1 to 7.1 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM

Full Advance: 7.5 to 9.5 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.5 Degrees @ 12.7" Vacuum




Distributor #3228266

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 3.75 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4.4 to 6.4 Degrees @ 750 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 5.4 to 7.4 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 7.3 to 9.3 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM

Full Advance: 10 to 12 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 4" to 6" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8.5 Degrees @ 12.7" Vacuum



Distributor #3229719

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1.8 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 1 to 3 Degrees @ 750 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4 to 6 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM

Full Advance: 9 to 11 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 5" to 7" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum





Alternator Specifications:



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



Motorcraft:


Motorcraft:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output: 40 Amperes

Field Current: 2.5 to 3.0 Amperes

Regulator Test Voltage @ 120 Degrees: 13.4 to 14.2 Volts


Motorcraft:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Output: 60 Amperes

Field Current: 2.5 to 3.0 Amperes

Regulator Test Voltage @ 120 Degrees: 13.4 to 14.2 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 #7083, 7085, 7112

Float Level: 15/32"

Float Drop: 1-3/8"

Fast Idle Cam Setting: .185"

Choke Unloader Setting: .275"

Pulldown Setting: .205"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich



Part #7084, 7086

Float Level: 15/32"

Float Drop: 1-3/8"

Fast Idle Cam Setting: .185"

Choke Unloader Setting: .275"

Pulldown Setting: .205"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich



Carter Model BBD:


Part #8067

Float Level: 1/4"

Choke Unloader Clearance: 1/4"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .128"

Rast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich


Part #8073

Float Level: 1/4"

Choke Unloader Clearance: 1/4"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .128"

Rast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich




Motorcraft Carburetor Adjustments:


Carburetor Model: 2100

Carburetor #6DA2

Dry Float Level: 13/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 25/32"

Pump Setting: Hole #3

Choke Plate Clearance: .140

Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .130"

Dechoke Clearance: .250"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich



Carburetor #6DM2

Dry Float Level: 35/64"

Wet Fuel Level: 15/16"

Pump Setting: Hole #3

Choke Plate Clearance: .130"

Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .120"

Dechoke Clearance: .250"

Dashpot Setting: .075"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich



Carburetor #6RA2

Dry Float Level: 13/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 25/32"

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 #6TA4

Dry Float Level: 29/32"

Choke Plate Clearance: .140"

Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .135"

Auxiliary Valve Inlet Setting: .050"

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, Matador Barcelona Package, Gremlin Rallye Option Package, AM Push Button Radio, Rear Speaker for AM Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio & 8 Track Tape Player for Matador, Hornet Rallye Option Package, Wheel Covers, Tilt Steering Wheel, Tinted Glass, Styled Road Wheels, 3rd Seat for Matador Wagon, Matador Wagon Brougham Package, Luggage Rack for Wagons, 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.




1976 American Motors Paint Colors & Codes:


Code Color


P1 Classic Black

6T Nautical Blue Metallic

H4 Dark Cocoa Metallic

G9 Medium Blue Metallic

6R Brilliant Blue

H8 Autumn Red Metallic

J2 Brandywine Metallic

6K Limefire Metallic

6A Marine Aqua Metallic

6C Evergreen Metallic

H7 Aztec Copper Metallic

H6 Golden Jade Metallic

6B Seaspray Green

6J Silver Frost Metallic

6D Sand Tan

G6 Sienna Orange

6V Sunshine Yellow

6P Firecracker Red

G7 Alpine White

6E Burnished Bronze Metallic

F9 Copper


Note: Not all colors are available on all models.





1976 American Motors Historical Data:


1976 AMC model year introduction was on September 24, 1975.

Total 1976 AMC model year production was 283,275.



Promotional Model Cars Produced:


None



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