1979 AMERICAN MOTORS
Model Designations:
Concord, Series 01
AMX, Series 40
Spirit, Series 40
Pacer, Series 60
Concord, Body Styles:
Concord, Base, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7906-7
Base Price: $4,049; Shipping Weight: 2,873 Pounds
Total Production: 40,110*
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7905-7
Base Price: $4,149; Shipping Weight: 2,939 Pounds
Total Production: 40,134*
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Body #7903-7
Base Price: $4,149; Shipping Weight: 2,888 Pounds
Total Production: 2,331*
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body #7908-7
Base Price: $4,349; Shipping Weight: 2,977 Pounds
Total Production: 20,278*
Concord, Base, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7906-7
Base Price: $4,299; Shipping Weight: 3,080 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7905-7
Base Price: $4,149; Shipping Weight: 3,146 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Body #7903-7
Base Price: $4,399; Shipping Weight: 3,095 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body #7908-7
Base Price: $4,599; Shipping Weight: 3,184 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined
Note: 4 Cylinder engines were available at the same price as 6 Cylinder Models..
Concord DL, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7906-7
Base Price: $4,438; Shipping Weight: 2,982 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7905-7
Base Price: $4,448; Shipping Weight: 3,040 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Body #7903-7
Base Price: $4,448; Shipping Weight: 3,003 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body #7908-7
Base Price: $4,648; Shipping Weight: 3,072 Pounds
Total Production: *
Concord DL, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7906-7
Base Price: $4,598; Shipping Weight: 3,169 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7905-7
Base Price: $4,698; Shipping Weight: 3,247 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Body #7903-7
Base Price: $4,698; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body #7908-7
Base Price: $4,898; Shipping Weight: 3,279 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined
Note: 4 Cylinder engines were available at the same price as 6 Cylinder Models..
Concord Limited, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7906-7
Base Price: $5,348; Shipping Weight: 3,090 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7905-7
Base Price: $5,448; Shipping Weight: 3,146 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body #7908-7
Base Price: $5,648; Shipping Weight: 3,177 Pounds
Total Production: *
Concord Limited, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7906-7
Base Price: $5,598; Shipping Weight: 3,297 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #7905-7
Base Price: $5,698; Shipping Weight: 3,253 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body #7908-7
Base Price: $5,898; Shipping Weight: 3,384 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures for all models are Combined
Note: 4 Cylinder engines were available at the same price as 6 Cylinder Models..
Total Concord Production: 102,853
6 Cylinder: 91,422
8 Cylinder: 4,656
4 Cylinder: 6,533
Note: Prices & Weights for 4 Cylinder Concords are not available.
AMX, Body Styles:
AMX, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body #7943-9
Base Price: $5,899, Shipping Weight: 2,899 Pounds
Total Production: 3,657*
AMX, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Body #7943-9
Base Price: $6,149, Shipping Weight: 3,092 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures for all models are Combined.
Spirit, Body Styles:
Spirit, Base, 4 Cylinder:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Model #7943-7
Base Price: $3,999; Shipping Weight: 2,545 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7946-7
Base Price: $3,899; Shipping Weight: 2,489 Pounds
Total Production: *.
Spirit, Base, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Model #7943-7
Base Price: $4,049; Shipping Weight: 2,762 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7946-7
Base Price: $3,949; Shipping Weight: 2,706 Pounds
Total Production: *.
Spirit DL, 4 Cylinder:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Model #7943-7
Base Price: $4,199; Shipping Weight: 2,635 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7946-7
Base Price: $4,099; Shipping Weight: 2,579 Pounds
Total Production: *.
Spirit DL, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Model #7943-7
Base Price: $4,249; Shipping Weight: 2,852 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7946-7
Base Price: $4,149; Shipping Weight: 2,766 Pounds
Total Production: *.
Spirit Limited, 4 Cylinder:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Model #7943-7
Base Price: $5,199; Shipping Weight: 2,732 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7946-7
Base Price: $5,099; Shipping Weight: 2,676 Pounds
Total Production: *.
Spirit Limited, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Model #7943-7
Base Price: $5,249; Shipping Weight: 2,949 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Model #7946-7
Base Price: $5,149; Shipping Weight: 2,893 Pounds
Total Production: *.
* 4 & 6 Cylinder Production Figures for all models are Combined.
Total Spirit Production: 49,057
4 Cylinder: 16,237 (Includes AMX)
6 Cylinder: 36,241 (Includes AMX)
8 Cylilnder: 3,893 (Includes AMX)
Pacer, Body Styles:
Pacer DL, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Model #7966-7
Base Price: $4,699; Shipping Weight: 3,133 Pounds
Total Production: 2,863*
2 Door Station Wagon, 4 Passenger, Model #7968-7
Base Price: $4,849; Shipping Weight: 3,170 Pounds
Total Production: 7,352*
Pacer DL, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Model #7966-7
Base Price: $5,177; Shipping Weight: 3,360 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Station Wagon, 4 Passenger, Model #7968-7
Base Price: $5,327; Shipping Weight: 3,397 Pounds
Total Production: *
Pacer Limited, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Model #7966-7
Base Price: $5,699; Shipping Weight: 3,218 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Station Wagon, 4 Passenger, Model #7968-7
Base Price: $5,849; Shipping Weight: 3,255 Pounds
Total Production: *
Pacer Limited, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Model #7966-7
Base Price: $6,177; Shipping Weight: 3,445 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Station Wagon, 4 Passenger, Model #7968-7
Base Price: $6,327; Shipping Weight: 3,482 Pounds
Total Production: *
6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures for all models are Combined.
Matador (Sedan & Station Wagon), Body Styles:
Matador 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7885-7
Base Price: $4,849; Shipping Weight: 3,718 Pounds
Total Production: 4,824*
Matador, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #7885-7
Base Price: $5,039; Shipping Weight: 3,921 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #7788-7
Base Price: $5,299; Shipping Weight: 4,146 Pounds
Total Production: 3,746
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Spirit: 96"
Pacer: 100"
Concord: 108"
AMX: 96"
Tire Sizes:
Concord: D78 X 14"
Concord Limited: P195/75 X 14"
AMX: ER60 X 14"
Spirit C78 X 14"
Pacer: P195/75 X 14"
Matador Coupe & Sedan : F78 X 14"
Matador Wagon: H78 X 14"
Axle Ratios:
Spirit 4 Cylinder with 4 Speed Transmission: 3.08:1
Spirit 4 Cylinder with Automatic Transmission: 3.31:1
Spirit 6 Cylinder, all except with 3 Speed Transmision & 232 engine: 2.53:1
Spirit 6 Cylinder, 232 engine, with 3 Speed Transmission: 2.73:1
Spirit/AMX 8 Cylinder, except Automatic Transmission & Twin-Grip Axle: 2.87:1
Spirit/AMX 8 Cylinder, with Automatic Transmission & Twin-Grip Axle: 2.56:1
AMX 6 Cylinder: 2.53:1
Pacer 6 Cylinder: 2.53:1
Concord 4 Cylinder with 4 Speed Transmission: 3.31:1
Concord 4 Cylinder with Automatic Transmission: 3.58:1
Concord 6 Cylinder, except wagon with Automatic Transmission: 2.53:1
Concord 6 Cylinder wagon with Automatic Transmission: 2.73:1
Pacer & Concord 8 Cylinder: 2.56:1
Pacer & Concord 8 Cylinder with Twin-Grip Axle: 2.87:1
1979 AMERICAN MOTORS
80 H.P. Engine, 121 Cu. In, 4 Cylinder Engine:
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Engine Type: Inline 4 Cylinder, Overhead Cam
Bore & Stroke: 3.41" X 3.32"
Engine Displacement: 121 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.1 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 18.6
Horsepower: 80 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 105 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 28-1/2 PSI
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 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: 168 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 13-75 PSI
100 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: 100 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: 200 Ft Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 13-75 PSI
110 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: 8.3 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.75
Horsepower: 110 @ 3,200 RPM
Torque: 210 Ft Lbs @ 1,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 13-75 PSI
125 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: 125 @ 3,200 RPM
Torque: 220 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 13-75 PSI
Engine Availability by Series:
Concord:
80 H.P., 4 Cylinder, 121 Cu. In., - Optional, except on Wagon
90 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Standard
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
125 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
AMX:
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
125 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
Spirit:
80 H.P., 4 Cylinder, 121 Cu. In., - Standard
90 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 232 Cu. In., - Optional
110 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
Pacer:
100 H.P., 6 Cylinder, 258 Cu. In., - Optional
125 H.P., 8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In., - Optional
Tune Up Specifications:
121 Cu. In. 4 Cylinder Engine, except California:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N8L
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .018"
Dwell Angle: 44 to 50 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission:
Emission Control Label EH: 16 Degrees BTDC
Emission Control Label other than EH: 12 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission:
Emission Control Label EH: 1,000 RPM
Emission Control Label other than EH: 900 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 800 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,800 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI
121 Cu. In. 4 Cylinder Engine, California:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N8L
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .018"
Dwell Angle: 44 to 50 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 800 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 1,800 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI
232 Cu. In. 6 Cylinder Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug Type: Champion N13L
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 10 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,500 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 N13L
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Drive
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 N13L
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 4 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,500 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: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Curb Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 800 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
4 Cylinder, 121 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .006"-.009" (Hot)
Exhaust: .016"-.019" (Hot)
Valve Seat Angle:
Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Valve Face Angle:
Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed:
Inner Spring: 1-1/2"
Outer Spring: 1-45/64"
Valve Spring Pressure:
Intake Inner: 39 Lbs. @ 1-3/32"
Intake Outer: 166 Lbs @ 1-5/16"
Exhaust Inner: 37 Lbs @ 1-7/64"
Exhaust Outer: 160 Lbs @ 1-21/64"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .031"
Exhaust .039"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3526"-.3531";
Exhaust: .3522"-.3528"
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: 1-25/32"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-13/32"
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: 1-25/32"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-13/32"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725";
Exhaust: .3715:-.3725"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings Data:
4 Cylinder, 121 Cu. In. Engine:
Piston Clearance: .007"-.0017"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .010"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9448"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 1.8882"-1.8888"
Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0029"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.1581"-2.1587"
Bearing Clearance: .00098"-.00311"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Crankshaft End Play: .0039"-.0075"
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"-.0025"
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:
Rear Main: .002"-.004"
Others: .001"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
4 Cylinder, Overhead Cam, 121 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 22 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts:
Cold: 65 Ft. Lbs
Warm: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold Bolts: 18 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 18 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 50 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 41 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts:
Hex Head: 58 Ft. Lbs
Rear Main Socket Heat Cap Screw: 47 Ft. Lbs
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 65 Ft. Lbs.
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: 33 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 80 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In. Engine:
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: 90 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
4 Cylinder, 121 Cu. In. Engine, AMX & Spirit:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 6-1/2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 6-1/2 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 3-1/2 Quarts**
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3 Pints
4 Speed: 2.4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7.1 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* 4 Quarts with Filter
4 Cylinder, 121 Cu. In. Engine, Concord:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 6-1/2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 6-1/2 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 3-1/2 Quarts**
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3 Pints
4 Speed: 2.4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7.1 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* 4 Quarts with Filter
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines, Spirit & AMX:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 11 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: Gremlin: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3 Pints
4 Speed: 3.3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines, Concord:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 11 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3 Pints
4 Speed: 3.3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
6 Cylinder, 232 & 258 Cu. In. Engines, Pacer:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 14 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3 Pints
4 Speed: 3.3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
304 Cu. In. Engines, Spirit & AMX:
Cooling System:
18 Quarts With Heater
18 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 3.3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
304 Cu. In. Engines, Pacer:
Cooling System:
18 Quarts With Heater
18 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission, 4 Speed: 3.3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
304 Cu. In. Engines, Concord:
Cooling System:
18 Quarts With Heater
18 Quarts With Air Conditioning
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission, 4 Speed: 3.3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter
Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #3231915
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: - 1 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5.5 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7.5 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Full Advance: 10.5 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 3.5" to 5.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13.25 Degrees @ 11.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3230443
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: -3/4 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 2.75 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5.25 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 Degrees @ 1,600 RPM
Full Advance: 10.5 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 6.5" to 8.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9.5 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor #3233959
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: - 1 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 2 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5.25 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Full Advance: 14.5 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 1.5" to 3" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 17.25 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Distributor #3234693
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: -3/4 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.75 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9 Degrees @ 1,600 RPM
Full Advance: 14.5 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 2" to 3.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.25 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Distributor #3230163
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 2" to 4" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 9.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3250497
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 2 Degrees @ 700 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 Degrees @ 1,400 RPM
Full Advance: 10.75 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movenent: 2" to 4" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 17 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Alternator Specifications:
Delco:
Delco
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 37
Field Current: 4.0 to 5.0 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 1116387 (Integral Regulator)
Regulator Test @ 80 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 3,000
Voltage: 13.4 to 14.4 Volts
Delco
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 55
Field Current: 4.0 to 5.0 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 1116387 (Integral Regulator)
Regulator Test @ 80 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 3,000
Voltage: 13.4 to 14.4 Volts
Delco
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output:
Amperes: 63
Field Current: 4.0 to 5.0 Amperes
Regulator:
Model: 1116387 (Integral Regulator)
Regulator Test @ 80 Degrees F
Ampere Load: 10 Amperes
Alternator RPM: 3,000
Voltage: 13.4 to 14.4 Volts
Bosch:
Bosch:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output: 45 Amperes
Field Current: 3.5 to 5.0 Amperes
Regulator Test Voltage @ 120 Degrees: 13.4 to 14.4 Volts
Bosch:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output: 55 Amperes
Field Current: 3.5 to 5.0 Amperes
Regulator Test Voltage @ 120 Degrees: 13.4 to 14.4 Volts
Starting Motor Specifications:
4 Cylinder:
No Load Test: 69 Amperes, 12.0 Volts @ 6,709-10,843 RPM
6 Cylinder:
No Load Test: 67 Amperes, 12.0 Volts @ 7,380-9,356 RPM
8 Cylinder, 304 Cu. In.:
No Load Test: 67 Amperes, 12.0 Volts @ 7,380-9,356 RPM
8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In.:
No Load Test: 77 Amperes, 12.0 Volts @ 8,900-9,600 RPM
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: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.6"
Rear 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 15/16"
Power Brakes: 15/16":
Spirit, 4 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.6"
Rear 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 15/16"
Power Brakes: 15/16":
Spirit, AMX 6 Cylinder & Concord:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.6"
Rear 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 15/16"
Power Brakes: 15/16":
AMX 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.6"
Rear 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 15/16"
Power Brakes: 15/16":
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Pacer:
Caster: + 2 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degree
Right: + 1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/16"-3/16""
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: At Full Turn
Inner Wheel: 35 Degrees
All Except Pacer:
Caster: + 1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degree
Right: + 1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/16"-3/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: At Full Turn
Inner Wheel: 38 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: YF
Part #7228, 7229
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/8"
Fast Idle Cam Setting: .195"
Choke Unloader Setting: .275"
Pulldown Setting: .215"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carter Model BBD:
Part #8185
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .470"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .140"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .110"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #8186
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .520"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .150"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .110"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #8187
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .470"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .140"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .110"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #8221
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .530"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .150"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .110"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Motorcraft Carburetor Adjustments:
Carburetor Model: 2100
Carburetor #9DA2
Dry Float Level: 5/16"
Wet Fuel Level: 25/32"
Pump Setting: Hole #3
Choke Plate Clearance: .125"
Fast Idle Cam Linkage Clearance: .113"
Dechoke Clearance: .300"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Holley Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model 5210:
Part #7846
Float Level Dry: .420"
Fast Idle Cam Index: .193"
Vacuum Plate Pulldown: .191"
Unloader Setting: .300"
Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #8548
Float Level Dry: .420"
Fast Idle Cam Index: .204"
Vacuum Plate Pulldown: .191"
Unloader Setting: .300"
Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #8549
Float Level Dry: .420"
Fast Idle Cam Index: .191"
Vacuum Plate Pulldown: .266"
Unloader Setting: .300"
Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Part #8675
Float Level Dry: .420"
Fast Idle Cam Index: .173"
Vacuum Plate Pulldown: .177"
Unloader Setting: .300"
Choke Setting: Index
Popular Options:
Spirit, Concord & AMX:
Gauge Package for Spirit 6 & V-8; Headlight Buzzer; Vanity Visor Mirrior; Intermittent Wipers; Remote Control Mirrors; Day/Night Rear View Mirror; Power Steering; Power Front Disc Brakes; Cruise Control; Air Conditioning; Tinted Glass; Automatic Transmission; AM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio with 4 Speakers; AM/FM/CB Radio; Rear Speaker for AM Radio; Digital Clock; Tachometer; Power Door Locks; Power Liftback Release; Rear Defroster; Dual Horns; Leather Wrapped Sport Steering Wheel; Tilt Steering Wheel; Two-Tone Paint; Roof Rack; Tailgate Deflector; Front Bumper Guards; Styled Wheel Covers; Wire Wheel Covers; Color Keyed Wheel Covers; Aluminum Wheels; Whitewall Tires; Heavy Duty Battery & Alternator; Front Sway Bar; Rear Sway Bar; Auxiliary Automatic Transmission Cooler; Heavy Duty Cooling System; Various Trim Options; Various Engine Options.
Pacer:
Automatic Transmission, Overdrive, Twin-Grip Differential, Power Steering, Power Front Disc Brakes, Manual Front Disc Brakes, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, AM Push Button Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio with 4 Speakers, AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Player, AM/CB Radio, AM-FM/CB Radio Bucket Seats, Air Conditioning, Recllining Seats, Tinted Glass, Rear Defogger, Rear Window Washer & Wiper, Rook Rack, Tilt Steering Wheel, Intermittent 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.
1979 American Motors Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
P1 Classic Black
6P Firecracker Red
8A Khaki
8B British Bronze Metallic
8C Quick Silver Metallic
9A Alpaca Brwon Metallic
9B Olympic White
9C Russet Metallic
9E Wedgewood Blue
9H Cumberland Green Metallic
9K Sable Brown Metallic
9L Saxon Yellow
9M Starboard Blue
9N Morocco Buff
9P Bordeaux Metallic
9Z Misty Beige Clearcoat
Note: Not all colors are available on all models.
1979 American Motors Historical Data:
1979 AMC model year introduction was on September 19, 1978.
Total 1979 AMC model year production was 169,439.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
None
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