1985 AMC

Model Designations:

AMC Eagle, Series 30, 6 Cylinder

AMC Eagle, Series 30, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles

Base Eagle:

4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8535-5

Base Price: $10,457; Shipping Weight: 3,306 Pounds;

Production Total: 2,655

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8538-5

Base Price: $11,217; Shipping Weight: 3,337 Pounds;

Production Total: 15,535

Eagle Limited:

4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body Style #8538-7

Base Price: $11,893; Shipping Weight: 3,368 Pounds;

Production Total: *

* Production Totals for Base Eagle include Limited Models.

15,362 Eagles were produced for the 1985 model year.

1985 AMC

Chasis Specifications:

Eagle 30:

Wheelbase: 109.3"

Overall Length: 180.9"

Height: 55.4"

Width: 72.3"

Front Tread: 59.6"

Rear Tread: 57.6"

Standard Tire Size: P195/75R15

1985 AMC General Engine Specifications:

1985 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: 9.2 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.75

Horsepower: 110 @ 3,200 RPM

Torque: 210 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37-75 PSI

Standard Axle Ratios:

Eagle, 6 Cylinder: 2.73:1

Tune Up Specifications:

6 Cylinder, Except High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 9 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 9 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 680 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 600 RPM (800 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized).

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI

Eagle, 6 Cylinder, Except California &High Altitude:

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4

Ignition Timing:

Manual Transmission: 16 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 16 Degrees BTDC @ 1,600 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 700 RPM (900 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized)

Automatic Transmission in Drive: 650 RPM (800 RPM with Idle Solenoid Energized.

Fast Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 1,700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 1,850 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI

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: 56 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: 66 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: 78 Amperes

Field Current: 4.0-5.0 Amperes

Regulator #1116387

Regulator Voltage @ 120 Degrees (F): 13.4-14.4 Volts

Starting Motor Applications:

Engine: 4 Cylinder 150, Code U: Motorcraft #E1FF-BA

Engine: 6 Cylinder 258, Code C: Motorcraft #E1FF-BA

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Eagle:

Caster: + 4 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 3/8 Degrees

Right: + 3/8 Degrees

Toe-In: 1-16"-3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns: Inner Wheel: 38 Degrees

Outer Wheel: Wheels at Full Turn

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: 80 Ft. Lbs

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 105 Ft. Lbs

Viabration Damper or Pulley: 80 Ft. Lbs

Brake Data:

Rotor Specifications, Eagle:

Nominal Thickness: .880"

Minimum Refinish Thickness: .815"

Thickness Variation Parellellism: .0005"

Lateral Runout: .004"

Finish: 15-80 Micro inches

Caliper Specifications:

Bore Diameter: 2.6"

Rear Brake Drum Diameter:

Eagle: 10"

Concord: 9" (10" on 6 Cylinder Station Wagon)

Spirit: 9" (10" with Tuned Suspension)

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"

Axle Shaft End Play: .006"

Drive Axle Specifications, Front Axle, Eagle Model 30:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .005"-.010"

Pinion Bearing Pre-Load

Method: Shims

New Bearings: 20-40 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 15-25 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

New Bearings: .015"

Used Bearings: .015"

Axle Shaft End Play: .003"

Capacities, Eagle, 6 Cylinder

Cooling System: 14 Quarts (With or Without Air Conditioning)

Radiator Cap Pressure: 15 Lbs

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill with Filter: 5 Quarts

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 4.0 Pints

5 Speed: 4.0 Pints

Transfer Case: 3.0 Quarts

Automatic Transmission: 8.5 Quarts

Transfer Case, 3 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

Front Axle: 2.5 Pints

Carter BBD Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part #8383, 8384

Float Level: 1/4"

Pump Travel: .520"

Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .140"

Vacuum Piston Gap: .035"

Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .095"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part #8385S

Float Level: 1/4"

Pump Travel: 15/32"

Choke Unloader Clearance: .280"

Initial Choke Valve Clearance: .140"

Fast Idle Cam Position Clearance: .070"

Popular Options

Automatic Transmission, Heavy Duty Cooling System, Extra Heavy Duty Suspension, Automatic Load Leveling, Towing Package, Heavy Duty Battery, Block Heater, Sport Package, Right Remote Mirror, Left & Right Chrome Remote Mirrors, Cruise Control, Air Conditioning, Halogen Headlamps, Halogen Fog Lamps, AM Radio, AM-FM Stereo 4 Speaker Radio, AM/FM Stereo Cassette Radio, Electronically Tuned AM/FM Cassette Stereo Radio with Power Amplifier and 4 Coax Speakers, Power Door Locks, Power Windows, Power Deck Release, Power Front Seat, Floor Shift Console, Rear Defogger, Woodgrain Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Wire Wheel Covers, Tinted Glass, Woodgrain Paneling on Wagon, Roof Rack on Wagons, Locking Gas Cap, Bumper Guards, Sport Aluminum Wheels, Tire Options.

1985 AMC Colors & Codes:

Code Color

2A Mist Silver

3A Almond Beige

3B Sebring Red

4A Autumn Brown

4B Mocha Brown

5H Medium Blue

5J Dark Blue

9B Olympic White

P1 Classic Black

1985 AMC Historical Data:

Model Year Introduction for the 1985 AMC Models was on October 1, 1984.

Total 1985 AMC Eagle Production was 15,362.

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

None

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