1964 BUICK SPECIAL, SKYLARK &

1964 BUICK SPECIAL, SKYLARK &

SPORT WAGON

Models:

Buick Special, Standard Model, Series 4000, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Buick Special, DeLuxe Model, Series 4100, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Buick Sport Wagon, Series 4200, 8 Cylinder

Buick Sport Wagon Skylark, Series 4300, 8 Cylinder

Buick Skylark, Series 4300, 8 Cylinder

Buick Special:

Standard Model, Body Data & Pricing:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 4069,

Base Price: $2,397; Shipping Weight: 3,000 Pounds

Production Total: 17,983

2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 4027

Base Price: $2,343; Shipping Weight: 2,983 Pounds

Production Total: 15,030

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 4067

Base Price: $2,605; Shipping Weight: 3,099 Pounds

Production Total: 6,308

4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Model 4045

Base Price: $2,740; Shipping Weight: 2,903 Pounds

Production Total: 2,415

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 4035

Base Price: $2,689; Shipping Weight: 3,258 Pounds

Production Total: 6,270

DeLuxe Model, Body Data & Pricing:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 4169,

Base Price: $2,490; Shipping Weight: 3,018 Pounds

Production Total: 31,742

2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 4127

Base Price: $2,457; Shipping Weight: 2,998 Pounds

Production Total: 11,962

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 4135

Base Price: $2,787; Shipping Weight: 3,288 Pounds

Production Total: 9,467

Total Special Production: 98,762.

Buick Sport Wagon:

4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Model 4265

Base Price: $3,124; Shipping Weight: 3,689 Pounds

Production Total: 2,586

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 4245

Base Price: $2,989; Shipping Weight: 3,557 Pounds

Production Total: 2,709

Buick Skylark Sport Wagon:

4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Model 4365

Base Price: $3,286; Shipping Weight: 3,727 Pounds

Production Total: 4,446

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 4345

Base Price: $3,161; Shipping Weight: 3,595 Pounds

Production Total: 3,913

Total Sport Wagon Production: 13,654

Buick Skylark:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 4369,

Base Price: $2,669; Shipping Weight: 3,062 Pounds

Production Total: 19,635

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 4347

Base Price: $2,680; Shipping Weight: 3,049 Pounds

Production Total: 42,356

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Model 4367

Base Price: $2,834; Shipping Weight: 3,169 Pounds

Production Total: 10,255

Total Skylark Production: 72,246.

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Special & Skylark: 115"

Wagons: 120"

Tire Sizes:

Special & Skylark: 6.50 X 14"

Series 4200 Wagon: 7.00 X 14"

Series 4300 Wagon: 7.50 X 14"

Major Engine Specifications, Buick Special, V-6 Engine, 155 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 6 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.40"

Engine Displacement: 225 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.75

Horsepower: 155 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 225 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 33 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

Major Engine Specifications, 300 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 210 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.40"

Engine Displacement: 300 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 45.0

Horsepower: 210 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 310 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 33 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Major Engine Specifications, 300 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 210 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.40"

Engine Displacement: 300 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 11.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 45.0

Horsepower: 250 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 335 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 33 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Engine Available by Model:

155 HP V-6, 225 Cu. In. Standard on Special

210 HP V-8, 300 Cu. In. Standard on Skylark. Optional on Special

250 HP V-8, 300 Cu. In. Optional on Special & Skylark

Capacities, Special, 6 Cylinder:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 11-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 13 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission Capacity:

3 Speed: 2 Pints

4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission Capacity: 9-1/4 Quarts

Rear Axle Capacity: 2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Capacities, Special & Skylark, 8 Cylinder:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 13-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission Capacity:

3 Speed: 2 Pints

4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission Capacity: 9-1/4 Quarts

Rear Axle Capacity: 4-1/2 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Tune-Up Data, 6 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44FFS

Spark Plug Gap: .035"

Ignition Point Gap: .016" (Turn Screw in until engine misfires, then back off 1/2 turn.)

Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing Mark & Location: 5 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 550 RPM (With A/C full on, if so equipped)

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM, in Drive (With A/C full on, if so equipped)

Compression Pressure: 165 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 to 5-3/4 PSI

Tune-Up Data, All 8 Cylinder::

Spark Plug Type: AC 44FFS

Spark Plug Gap: .035"

Ignition Point Gap: .016" (Turn Screw in until engine misfires, then back off 1/2 turn.)

Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing Mark & Location: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 550 RPM (With A/C full on, if so equipped)

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM, in Drive (With A/C full on, if so equipped)

Compression Pressure: 180 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI

Valve Data, 6 Cylinder 225 Cu. In. Engine:

Valve Lash: Hydralic

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1.64"

Minimum Valve Spring Pressure: 168 Pounds @ 1.26"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: Tapered .002"-.0025"

Exhaust: Tapered .0025"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: Tapered .3407"-.3412"

Exhaust: Tapered .3402-.3407"

Valve Data, 8 Cylinder 300 Cu. In. Engine:

Valve Lash: Hydralic

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1.64"

Minimum Valve Spring Pressure: 168 Pounds @ 1.26"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: Tapered .002"-.0025"

Exhaust: Tapered .0025"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: Tapered .3407"-.3412"

Exhaust: Tapered .3402-.3407"

Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 225 Cu. In. V-6 Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0002"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil Control: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9394"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.000""

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0023"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.498"-2.499"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0021"

Thrust on Bearing #2

Shaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 300 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil Control: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9394"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.000""

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0023"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.498"-2.499"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0021"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Shaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications, 225 Cu. In. V-6 Engines:

Spark Plugs: 25-35 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-80 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 25-35 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 10-15 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25-35 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 30-35 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-120 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 50-65 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 140 Ft. Lbs (Minimum)

Engine Tightening Specifications, 300 Cu. In. V-8 Engines:

Spark Plugs: 25-35 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-80 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 25-35 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 10-15 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25-35 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 30-35 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-120 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 50-65 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 140. Lbs (Minimum)

Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, 225 Cu. In. V-6 Engine:

Distributor # 1110322

Rotation: Clockwise

Point Opening: .016" (Turn adjusting screw in until engine misfires, then back off 1/2 turn.)

Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 8"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, 300 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Distributor # 1111050

Rotation: Clockwise

Point Opening: .016" (Turn adjusting screw in until engine misfires, then back off 1/2 turn.)

Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 8"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Delco-Remy Alternator & Regulator Specifications, All Series:

Alternator # 1100624

Rated Output: 42 Amperes

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9 to 2.3 Amperes

Cold Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 28 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 40 Amperes

Regulator #1119515

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 2.7 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .067"

Point Gap: .014"

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.4 Volts

Alternator # 1100679

Rated Output: 55 Amperes

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes

Cold Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 32 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 50 Amperes

Regulator #1119515

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 2.7 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .067"

Point Gap: .014"

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.4 Volts

Alternator # 1100623

Rated Output: 42 Amperes

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9 to 2.3 Amperes

Cold Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 28 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 40 Amperes

Regulator #1119515

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 2.7 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .067"

Point Gap: .014"

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.4 Volts

Alternator # 1100661

Rated Output: 55 Amperes

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes

Cold Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 32 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 50 Amperes

Regulator #1119515

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 2.7 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .067"

Point Gap: .014"

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.4 Volts

Alternator # 1100663

Rated Output: 37 Amperes

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9 to 2.3 Amperes

Cold Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 25 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 35 Amperes

Regulator #1119515

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 2.7 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .067"

Point Gap: .014"

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.4 Volts

Note: The above alternators are for all series Buicks, including full sized models.

Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 225 Cu. In. V-6 Engine:

Starter # 1107307

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 49-76 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 6,200 to 9,400 RPM

Torque Test: 270-310 Amperes, 4.3 Volts;

Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 300 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Starter # 1107306

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 65-100 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 3,600 to 5,100 RPM

Torque Test: 300-360 Amperes, 3.5 Volts;

Rear Axle & Brake Data, All Series:

Carrier Type: Integral

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shim

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 30-40 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shim

Adjustment: .007"-.009"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Shim

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings: 12-30 Inch Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter: 9.50" (Plus or minus .005")

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/16"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Data:

Caster: - 1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1/2 Degrees

Right: + 1/2 Degrees

Toe In: 7/32" to 5/16"

Toe Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 21-1/4 Degrees

Carter Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Model #AFB

Carburetor Part # 3633S, 3635S, 3665S

Idle Screw Setting, 1/2 to 3/4 Turns to Open

Fast Idle Speed: 600 RPM

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 7/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 3/4"

Secondary: 3/4"

Pump Travel: 7/16"

Choke Unloader: 7/32

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Part # 3645S

Idle Screw Setting: None

Fast Idle Speed: None

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 7/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 3/4"

Secondary: 3/4"

Pump Travel: 1/2"

Choke Unloader: None

Automatic Choke Setting: None

Carburetor Part # 3646S

Idle Screw Setting, 1/2 to 2 Turns to Open

Fast Idle Speed: 600 RPM

Float Level:

Primary: 9/32"

Secondary: 9/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 3/4"

Secondary: 3/4"

Pump Travel: 1/2"

Choke Unloader: 7/32

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Part # 3634S

Idle Screw Setting, 1/2 to 2 Turns to Open

Fast Idle Speed: 600 RPM

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 7/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 3/4"

Secondary: 3/4"

Pump Travel: 1/2"

Choke Unloader: 7/32

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Rochester Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor Type: 4GC

Part #: 7024040,

Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns to Open

Float Level:

Primary: 1-11/32"

Secondary: 1-3/8"

Float Drop:

Primary: 1-7/16"

Secondary: 1-3/16"

Pump Rod: Center Hole

Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle Setting: 650 RPM

Part #: 7024044,

Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns to Open

Float Level:

Primary: 1-11/32"

Secondary: 1-3/8"

Float Drop:

Primary: 1-9/32"

Secondary: 1-3/16"

Pump Rod: Inner Hole

Choke Setting: 2 Rich

Fast Idle Setting: 650 RPM

Part #: 7024045

Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns to Open

Float Level:

Primary: 1-11/32"

Secondary: 1-3/8"

Float Drop:

Primary: 1-9/16"

Secondary: 1-3/16"

Pump Rod: Inner Hole

Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle Setting: 650 RPM

Carburetor Type: 2GC

Part #: 7024046, 7024047

Idle Screw Setting: 2 Turns to Open

Float Level: 1/2"

Float Drop: 1-29/32"

Pump Rod Location: Outer Hole

Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Type: BC

Part #: 7024148, 7024149

Idle Screw Setting: 1-3/4 Turns to Open

Float Level: 1-9/32"

Float Drop: 1-7/8"

Choke Setting: Index

Note: All Buick Carburetors for 1964 are listed including those for Buick Special, Skylark, Sport Wagon, & Full Sized Models.

1964 Buick Paint Codes & Colors:

A Regal Black

C Arctic White

D Silver Cloud

F Marlin Blue

H Wedgewood Blue

J Surf Green

L Claret Mist

N Coral Mist

P Teal Mist

Q Twilight Aqua

R Desert Bejige

S Bronze Mist

T Tawny Mist

V Granada Red

W Diplomat Blue

Accent Strip: Argent Silver

Popular Options, Special & Skylark:

Radio, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Power Brakes, 300 Cu. In. Engine, Automatic Transmission, 4 Speed Manual Transmission, Padded Dash, Back-Up Lights, Power Windows, Bucket Seats, DeLuxe Wheel covers, Two Tone Paint.

1964 Buick Historical Data:

1964 Buick Model Year Production for Buick Specials: 98,762.

1964 Buick Model Year Production for Buick Skylarks: 13,654

Total Buick Production including Specials & Skylarks and Full Sized Models: 530,455.

Promotional Model Cars Available:

Plastic: None