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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