1981 AMC
Model Designations:
AMC Concord, Series 01, 4 & 6 Cylinder
AMC Eagle, Series 30, 4 & 6 Cylinder
AMC Spirit, Series 40, 4 & 6 Cylinder
AMC Eagle SX/4 Kammback, Series 50, 4 & 6 Cylinder
AMC Concord, Series 01, 4 & 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
Base Concord:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8106-0
Base Price: $5,819/$5,955; Shipping Weight: 2,672/2,798 Pounds;
Production Total: 15,496
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8105-0
Base Price: $5,944/$6,080; Shipping Weight: 2,728/2,864 Pounds;
Production Total: 24,403
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8108-0
Base Price: $6,144/$6,280; Shipping Weight: 2,768/2,894 Pounds;
Production Total: 24,403
Concord DL:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8106-5
Base Price: $6,218/$6,354; Shipping Weight: 2,767/2,893 Pounds;
Production Total: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8105-5
Base Price: $6,343/$6,479; Shipping Weight: 2,837/2,963 Pounds;
Production Total: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8108-5
Base Price: $6,543/$6,679; Shipping Weight: 2,852/2,978 Pounds;
Production Total: *
Concord Limited:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8106-7
Base Price: $6,665/$6,801; Shipping Weight: 2,789/2,915 Pounds;
Production Total: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8105-7
Base Price: $6,790/$6,926; Shipping Weight: 2,859/2,985 Pounds;
Production Total: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8108-7
Base Price: $6,990/$7,126; Shipping Weight: 2,880/3,006 Pounds;
Production Total: *
* Production Totals for Base Concord include DL & Limited Models.
Prices & Weights are shown as 4 Cylinder/6 Cylinder.
55,097 Concords were produced for the 1981 model year, 7,067 Four Cylinder Cars and 48,080 Six Cylinder Cars.
AMC Eagle, Series 30, 4 & 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
Base Eagle:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8136-5
Base Price: $7,848/$7,983; Shipping Weight: 3,104/3,260 Pounds;
Production Total: 2,378
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8135-5
Base Price: $8,097/$8,233; Shipping Weight: 3,172/3,328 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,737
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8138-5
Base Price: $8,397/$8,533; Shipping Weight: 3,184/3,340 Pounds;
Production Total: 10,371
Eagle Limited:
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8136-7
Base Price: $8,244/$8,380; Shipping Weight: 3,114/3,270 Pounds;
Production Total: *
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8135-7
Base Price: $8,494/$8,630; Shipping Weight: 3,180/3,336 Pounds;
Production Total: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8138-7
Base Price: $8,794/$8,930; Shipping Weight: 3,198/3,354 Pounds;
Production Total: *
* Production Totals for Base Eagle include Limited Models.
Prices & Weights are shown as 4 Cylinder/6 Cylinder.
37,429 Eagles were produced for the 1981 model year, 11,344 Four Cylinder Cars and 26,085 Six Cylinder Cars.
AMC Spirit, Series 40, 4 & 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
Base Spirit:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8143-0
Base Price: $5,190/$5,326; Shipping Weight: 2,587/2,716 Pounds;
Production Total: 42,252
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8146-0
Base Price: $5,090/$5,226; Shipping Weight: 2,542/2,671 Pounds;
Production Total: 2,367
Spirit DL:
2 Door Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8143-5
Base Price: $5,589/$5,725; Shipping Weight: 2,673/2,802 Pounds;
Production Total: *
2 Door Sedan, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8146-5
Base Price: $5,489/$5,625; Shipping Weight: 2,627/2,756 Pounds;
Production Total: *
* Production Totals for Base Spirits include DL Models.
Prices & Weights are shown as 4 Cylinder/6 Cylinder.
44,599 Spirits were produced for the 1981 model year, 26,075 Four Cylinder Cars and 18,524 Six Cylinder Cars.
AMC Eagle Kammback, Series 50, 4 & 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
Base Eagle Kammback:
2 Door SX/4 Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8153-0
Base Price: $6,717/$6,853; Shipping Weight: 2,967/3,123 Pounds;
Production Total: 17,340
2 Door Kammback Sedan, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8156-0
Base Price: $5,995/$6,131; Shipping Weight: 2,919/3,015 Pounds;
Production Total: 5,603
Eagle Kammback DL:
2 Door SX/4 Liftback, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8153-5
Base Price: $7,119/$7,255; Shipping Weight: 3,040/3,196 Pounds;
Production Total: *
2 Door Kammback Sedan, 4 Passenger, Body Style #8156-5
Base Price: $6,515/$6,651; Shipping Weight: 2,990/3,146 Pounds;
Production Total: *
* Production Totals for Base Eagle Series 50 Models include DL Models.
Prices & Weights are shown as 4 Cylinder/6 Cylinder.
22,943 Eagle Series 50 Cars were produced for the 1981 model year.
1981 AMC
Chasis Specifications:
Concord:
Wheelbase: 108"
Overall Length: 185"
Height: 51.3" to 51.5"
Width: 71"
Front Tread: 57.6"
Rear Tread: 57.1"
Standard Tire Size: P195/75R14
Rear Axle Ratios: 2.37:1; 2.53:1; 2.73:1; 3.08:1
Spirit:
Wheelbase: 96"
Overall Length: 167"
Height: 51.5"
Width: 72"
Front Tread: 58.1"
Rear Tread: 57"
Standard Tire Size: P185/75R14
Rear Axle Ratios: 2.37:1; 2.53:1; 2.73:1; 3.08:1
Eagle 30:
Wheelbase: 109.3"
Overall Length: 184"
Height: 55.0"-55.8"
Width: 71.9"
Front Tread: 59.6"
Rear Tread: 57.6"
Standard Tire Size: P195/75R15
Rear Axle Ratios: 2.73:1; 3.08:1; 3.31:1; 3.31:1
Eagle 50:
Wheelbase: 97.2"
Overall Length:
SX/4: 164.6"
Kammback: 164.4"
Height: 55.0"-55.8"
Width: 73"
Front Tread: 59.6"
Rear Tread: 57.6"
Standard Tire Size: P195/75R15
Rear Axle Ratios: 2.73:1; 3.08:1; 3.31:1; 3.31:1
General Engines Specifications:
1981 AMC General Engine Specifications, 4 Cylinder
Engine Type: Inline 4 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Engine Displacement: 151 Cu. In. or 2.5 Litres
VIN Engine Code: B
Carburetor: Rochester 2SE, 2 Barrell
Bore & Stroke: 4.0" X 3.3"
Compresssion Ratio: 8.3 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 25.6
Horsepower: 82 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 125 Ft Lbs @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 36-41 PSI
1981 AMC General Engine Specifications, 6 Cylinder
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Engine Displacement: 258 Cu. In. or 4.23 Litres
VIN Engine Code: C
Carburetor:
Carter BBD, 2 Barrell
Bore & Stroke: 3.75" X 3.90"
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: 37-75 PSI
Standard Axle Ratios:
Spirit & Concord 4 Cylinder: 3.08:1
Spirit & Concord 6 Cylinder: 2.37:1
Eagle 4 Cylinder: 3.54:1
Eagle 6 Cylinder: 2.73:1
Tune Up Specifications:
Concord & Spirit, 4 Cylinder, 49 States:
Spark Plug Type: Champion R44TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 10 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 500 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)
Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (700 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 2,400 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 2,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 6-1/2 to 8 PSI
Concord & Spirit, 4 Cylinder, California:
Spark Plug Type: Champion R44TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 10 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 10 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 500 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)
Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (700 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 2,400 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 2,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 6-1/2 to 8 PSI
Eagle, 4 Cylinder, 49 States:
Spark Plug Type: Champion R44TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 11 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 500 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)
Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (700 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 2,400 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 2,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 6-1/2 to 8 PSI
Eagle, 4 Cylinder, California:
Spark Plug Type: Champion R44TSX
Spark Plug: Gap .060"
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 10 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 500 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)
Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (700 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 2,400 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 2,600 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 6-1/2 to 8 PSI
Concord & Spirit, 6 Cylinder, Except California & High Altitude:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RFN14LY
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 650 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)
Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (800 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
Eagle, 6 Cylinder, Except California & High Altitude:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RFN14LY
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 650 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)
Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (800 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
Eagle, 6 Cylinder, California:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RFN14LY
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Manual Transmission: 4 Degrees BTDC
Automatic Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 650 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)
Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (800 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
6 Cylinder, High Altitude:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RFN14LY
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Automatic Transmission: 15 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission in Drive: 500 RPM (800 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI
Starting Motor Specifications:
4 Cylinder:
Rotation: Clockwise
No Load Test: 45-70 Amperes, 9 Volts @ 7,000-11,900 RPM
6 Cylinder:
Rotation: Clockwise
No Load Test: 67 Amperes, 12 Volts @ 7,380-9,356 RPM
Drive Axle Specifications:
Model: 7-9/16" Drive Gear
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .005"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Pre-Load
Method: Sleeves
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 15-25 Inch Pounds
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New Bearings: .008"
Used Bearings: .008"
Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1110560
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 4.0"
Maximum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor #1110561
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 3.0"
Maximum Advance: 7.5 Degrees @ 6.5" Vacuum
Distributor #1110595
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 3.0"
Maximum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 8.0" Vacuum
Distributor #1111393
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 595 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.6 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Full Advance: 7.1 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 3.0"
Maximum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 8.0" Vacuum
Distributor #3235141
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 540 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 2.6-4.6 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Full Advance: 4.2-6.7 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 4.6"
Maximum Advance: 10.5-13.5 Degrees @ 16.4" Vacuum
Distributor #3239829
Advance Starts: -7/8 Degrees to +1/2 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 2-4.5 Degrees @ 800 RPM
3-5.25 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
3.24-5.75 Degrees @ 1,600 RPM
Full Advance: 3.5-6.25 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 3-5"
Maximum Advance: 13.5 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Valve Specifications:
Valve Specifications, 151 - 4 Cylinder:
Valve Lash: Hydralic, No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 46 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 176 Lbs @ 1.254"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake: .0010"-.0027"
Exhaust: .0010"-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3418"-.3425"
Exhaust: .3418"-.3425"
Valve Specifications, 258 - 6 Cylinder:
Valve Lash: Hydralic, No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake, 30 Degrees; Exhaust, 44-1/2 Degrees
Face: Intake, 29 Degrees; Exhaust, 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.786"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1.411"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake: .001"-.003"
Exhaust: .001"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3725"
Exhaust: .3715"-.3725"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearing Specifications:
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings Specifications, 4 Cylinder:
Piston Clearance @ Top of Skirt: .0025"-.0033"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .010"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .92725"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.000"
Bearing Clearance: .005:-.0026"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2998"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0022"
Thrust on Bearing #5
Shaft End Play: .0035"-.0085"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Piston Clearance @ Top of Skirt: .0009"-.0017"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .010"
Oil: .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: .0005"-.0022"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .0015"-.0065"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
Engine Tightening Specifications, 4 Cylinder:
Spark Plugs: 11 Ft. Lbs
Cylinder Head Bolts: 92 Ft. Lbs
Intake Manifold Bolts: 37 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold Bolts: 37 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Shaft Brackets: 20 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Cover: 20 Inch Lbs
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 68 Ft. Lbs
Viabration Damper or Pulley: 160 Ft. Lbs
Engine Tightening Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Spark Plugs: 11 Ft. Lbs
Cylinder Head Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs
Intake Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold Bolts: 23 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Shaft Brackets: 19 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Cover: 28 Inch Lbs
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 33 Ft. Lbs
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs
Viabration Damper or Pulley: 80 Ft. Lbs
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Concord & Spirit:
Caster: + 1 Degree
Camber:
Left: + 3/8 Degrees
Right: + 1/8 Degrees
Toe-In: 1/16" - 3/16"
Toe Out on Turns: Wheels at Full Turn
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Eagle:
Caster: + 2-1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 3/8 Degrees
Right: + 3/8 Degrees
Toe-In:
With Select Drive: 1/8" Toe-In
Without Select Drive: 1/8" Toe-Out
Alternator Specifications:
Delco
Model # N/A
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output: 42 Amperes
Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes
Regulator #1116387
Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts
Delco
Model # N/A
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output: 55 Amperes
Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes
Regulator #1116387
Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts
Delco
Model # N/A
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output: 63 Amperes
Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes
Regulator #1116387
Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts
Delco
Model # N/A
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Output: 70 Amperes
Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes
Regulator #1116387
Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts
Brake Specifications;
Brake Specifications, Concord:
Brake Drum Inside Diameter: 9" (10" on 6 Cylinder Station Wagon)
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.6"
Rear: .94"
Master Cylinder Bore: .94"
Brake Specifications, Eagle:
Brake Drum Inside Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.6"
Rear: .94"
Master Cylinder Bore: .94"
Brake Specifications, Spirit:
Brake Drum Inside Diameter: 9" (10" with Rally Suspension)
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.6"
Rear: .94"
Master Cylinder Bore: .94"
Capacities:
Capacities, Spirit & Concord, 4 Cylinder
Cooling System: 6.5 Quarts (With or Without Air Conditioning)
Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 Lbs
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Spirit: 21 Gallons
Concord: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 3 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 4.25 Pints
5 Speed: 4.75 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7.1 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
Capacities, Eagle, 4 Cylinder
Cooling System: 6.5 Quarts (With or Without Air Conditioning)
Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 Lbs
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons; Kammback, 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 3 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 3.88 Pints
5 Speed: 4.48 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7.1 Quarts
Transfer Case, 3 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
Front Axle: 2.5 Pints
Capacities, Spirit & Concord, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System:
Without Air Conditioning: 11 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 Lbs
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Spirit: 21 Gallons
Concord: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 4.25 Pints
5 Speed: 4.75 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8.5 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
Capacities, Eagle, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System: 14 Quarts (With or Without Air Conditioning)
Radiator Cap Pressure: 14 Lbs
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons; Kammback, 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 3.88 Pints
5 Speed: 4.48 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8.5 Quarts
Transfer Case, 3 Quarts
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
Front Axle: 2.5 Pints
Air Conditioning Data:
York 2 Cylinder Compressor:
Refrigerant Capacity: 2 Pounds
Refrigerant Oil:
Viscosity: Sunisco 5G or Capella E
Total System Capacity: 7 Ounces
Compressor Oil Level Check:
Vertical Mount: 7/8"-1-1/6"
Horizontal Mount: 13/16"-1-3/16"
Delco Air 4 Cylinder Cylinder Compressor:
Refrigerant Capacity: 2 Pounds
Refrigerant Oil:
Viscosity: 525
Total System Capacity: 6 Ounces
Compressor Clutch Air Gap? .020"-.040"
Saynko 5 Cylinder Cylinder Compressor:
Refrigerant Capacity: 2 Pounds
Refrigerant Oil:
Viscosity: 500
Total System Capacity: 7-8 Ounces
Compressor Clutch Air Gap? .016"-.031"
Carburetor Specifications:
Rochester 2SE Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor #17081790
Float Level: .256"
Accelerator Pump: .128"
Choke Coil Lever: .085"
Vacuum Break: 19 Degrees
Air Valve Rod: 2 Degrees
Unloader: 32 Degrees
Secondary Lockout: .065"
Carburetor #17081791, 796
Float Level: .208"
Accelerator Pump: .128"
Choke Coil Lever: .085"
Vacuum Break: 19 Degrees
Air Valve Rod: 2 Degrees
Unloader: 32 Degrees
Secondary Lockout: .065"
Carburetor #170817902, 793
Float Level: .256"
Accelerator Pump: .128"
Choke Coil Lever: .085"
Vacuum Break: 19 Degrees
Air Valve Rod: 2 Degrees
Unloader: 32 Degrees
Secondary Lockout: .065"
Carburetor #17081794, 795
Float Level: .256"
Accelerator Pump: .128"
Choke Coil Lever: .085"
Vacuum Break: 19 Degrees
Air Valve Rod: 2 Degrees
Unloader: 32 Degrees
Secondary Lockout: .065"
Carburetor #17081797
Float Level: .208"
Accelerator Pump: .128"
Choke Coil Lever: .065"
Vacuum Break: 19 Degrees
Air Valve Rod: 2 Degrees
Unloader: 32 Degrees
Secondary Lockout: .085"
Carburetor #17081793
Float Level: .256"
Accelerator Pump: .128"
Choke Coil Lever: .085"
Vacuum Break: 19 Degrees
Air Valve Rod: 2 Degrees
Unloader: 32 Degrees
Secondary Lockout: .065"
Carter BBD Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part #8302
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .500"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .128"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part #8303
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .500"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .128"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .090"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part #8306
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .500"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .128"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part #8307
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .500"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .128"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part #8308
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .500"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .128"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part #8309
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .520"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .128"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .093"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carburetor Model: BBD
Part #8310
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Travel: .525"
Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"
Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .140"
Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Filters:
4 Cylinder:
Oil: AC PF40
Air: AC A117C
Fuel: AC GF470
6 Cylinder:
Oil: AC PF24
Air: AC A117iC
Fuel: AC GF423
Vapor Canister Filter Cap Assembly: AC A450C
Popular Options
Manual Transmission Options, Automatic Transmission, Twin Grip Differential on Spirit & Concord, Heavy Duty Cooling System, Handling Package, Towing Package, Block Heater, Insulation Package, Door Edge Guards, Front & Rear Bumper Guards, Front & Rear Floor Mats, Gauge Package (Except Concord), Left & Right Remote Outside Mirrors, Manual or Electric, Day/Night Mirror, Power Steering, Power Front Disc Brakes, Cruise Control, Fog Lamps, Halogen Headlamps, Dual Horns, AM Radio, AM/FM/CB Stereo Radio, AM/FM Stereo Radio, AM/FM Cassette Stereo Radio, Premium Audio System, Power Antenna, Power Windows & Locks, Power Deck Release, Power Front Seats, Rear Defogger, Custom Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Various Paint, Trim & Upholstery Options.
1981 AMC Colors & Codes:
P1 Black
8C Quicksilver Metallic
9B Olympic White
OD Medium Blue Metallic
OK Cameo Tan
OL Medium Brown Metallic
OM Dark Brown Metallic
1A Montana Blue
1B Moonlight Blue
1C Sherwood Green Metallic
1D Autumn Gold
1E Copper Brown Metallic
1H Chestnut Brown Metallic
1J Vintage Red Metallic
1K Deep Maroon Metallic
1L Steel Gray Metallic
1M Oriental Red
Note: Not all colors were available for all models.
1981 AMC Historical Data:
Model Year Introduction for the 1981 AMC Models was on September 25, 1980.
Total 1981 AMC Production was 137,125 cars.
Promotional Model Cars Produced:
None
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