1965 BUICK SPECIAL, SKYLARK &
SPORT WAGON
Models:
Buick Special, Standard Model, Series 43300, 6 Cylinder
Buick Special, Standard Model, Series 43400, 8 Cylinder
Buick Special, DeLuxe Model, Series 43500, 6 Cylinder
Buick Special, DeLuxe Model, Series 43600, 8 Cylinder
Buick Sport Wagon, Series 44200, 8 Cylinder
Buick Sport Wagon Custom, Series 44400, 8 Cylinder
Buick Skylark, Series 44300, 6 Cylinder
Buick Skylark, Series 44400, 8 Cylinder
Buick Special:
Standard Model, 6 Cylinder, Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43369,
Base Price: $2,345; Shipping Weight: 3,010 Pounds
Production Total: 12,945
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43327
Base Price: $2,292; Shipping Weight: 2,977 Pounds
Production Total: 13,828
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43367
Base Price: $2,549; Shipping Weight: 3,087 Pounds
Production Total: 3,357
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43335
Base Price: $2,631; Shipping Weight: 3,258 Pounds
Production Total: 2,868
Standard Model, 8 Cylinder, Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43469,
Base Price: $2,415; Shipping Weight: 3,117 Pounds
Production Total: 5,308
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43427
Base Price: $2,362; Shipping Weight: 3,080 Pounds
Production Total: 8,121
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43467
Base Price: $2,618; Shipping Weight: 3,197 Pounds
Production Total: 3,365
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43435
Base Price: $2,699; Shipping Weight: 3,365 Pounds
Production Total: 3,676
DeLuxe Model, 6 Cylinder, Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43569,
Base Price: $2,436; Shipping Weight: 3,016 Pounds
Production Total: 10,961
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43535
Base Price: $2,727; Shipping Weight: 3,242 Pounds
Production Total: 1,677
DeLuxe Model, 8 Cylinder, Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43669,
Base Price: $2,506; Shipping Weight: 3,143 Pounds
Production Total: 25,675
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43635
Base Price: $2,796; Shipping Weight: 3,369 Pounds
Production Total: 9,123
Total Special Production: 100,905.
Buick Sport Wagon:
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Model 44265
Base Price: $3,056; Shipping Weight: 3,750 Pounds
Production Total: 4,664
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 44255
Base Price: $2,925; Shipping Weight: 3,642 Pounds
Production Total: 4,226
Buick Custom Sport Wagon:
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Model 44465
Base Price: $3,214; Shipping Weight: 3,802 Pounds
Production Total: 11,166
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 44455
Base Price: $3,092; Shipping Weight: 3,690 Pounds
Production Total: 8,300
Total Sport Wagon Production: 28,356
Buick Skylark:
6 Cylinder Models:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 44369,
Base Price: $2,611; Shipping Weight: 3,086 Pounds
Production Total: 3,385
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44327
Base Price: $2,482; Shipping Weight: 3,035 Pounds
Production Total: 4,195
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44337
Base Price: $2,622; Shipping Weight: 3,067 Pounds
Production Total: 4,501
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44367
Base Price: $2,773; Shipping Weight: 3,149 Pounds
Production Total: 1,181
8 Cylinder Models:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 44469,
Base Price: $2,681; Shipping Weight: 3,194 Pounds
Production Total: 22,239
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44427
Base Price: $2,552; Shipping Weight: 3,146 Pounds
Production Total: 11,877
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44437
Base Price: $2,692; Shipping Weight: 3,198 Pounds
Production Total: 46,698
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44467
Base Price: $2,842; Shipping Weight: 3,294 Pounds
Production Total: 10,456
Total Skylark Production: 104,532.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Special & Skylark: 115"
Sport Wagons: 120"
Tire Sizes:
Special & Skylark: 6.95 X 14"
Sport Wagon: 7.75 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, 250 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 & Skylark
210 HP V-8, 300 Cu. In. Standard on Sport Wagon. Optional on Special & Skylark
250 HP V-8, 300 Cu. In. Optional on Sport Wagon, Special & Skylark
Capacities, Special, 6 Cylinder:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 10 Quarts
With Heater: 10.7 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 11.2 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: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 2-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, Sport Wagon, Special & Skylark, 8 Cylinder:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 12.7 Quarts
With Heater: 13.7 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: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 2-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Tune-Up Data, 6 Cylinder Engine:
Spark Plug Type: AC 44S
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 44S
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 # 1100691
Rated Output: 42 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 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 # 1100705
Rated Output: 37 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 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
Alternator # 1100708
Rated Output: 42 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 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 # 1100709
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 # 1100710
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
Note: The above alternators incude all series Buicks, including full sized models.
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 225 Cu. In. V-6 Engine:
Starter # 1107260
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces
No Load Test: 58-80 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 6,700 to 10,500 RPM
Torque Test: 280-320 Amperes, 4.0 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: 1/8" to 1/4"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 21-1/4 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model #AFB
Carburetor Part # 3826S
Idle Screw Setting, 1 Turns to Open
Fast Idle Speed: 600 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 3/16"
Secondary: 3/16"
Float Drop:
Primary: 3/4"
Secondary: 3/4"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Choke Unloader: 1/8
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Part # 3826S
Idle Screw Setting, 1 Turns to Open
Fast Idle Speed: 600 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 3/16"
Secondary: 3/16"
Float Drop:
Primary: 3/4"
Secondary: 3/4"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Choke Unloader: 1/8
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Part # 3921S, 3922S, 3923S
Idle Screw Setting, 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 # 3925S-SA
Idle Screw Setting, 1 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 # 3924S-SA
Idle Screw Setting, 1 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 #: 7025040,
Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns to Open
Float Level:
Primary: 1-13/32"
Secondary: 1-13/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 1-1/16"
Secondary: 1-1/4"
Pump Rod: Center Hole
Choke Setting: Index
Fast Idle Setting: 650 RPM
Carburetor Type: 2GC
Part #: 7025047
Idle Screw Setting: 1 Turn to Open
Float Level: 19/32"
Float Drop: 1-29/32"
Pump Rod Location: Inner Hole
Choke Setting: Index
Part #: 7025046
Idle Screw Setting: 1-3/4 Turns to Open
Float Level: 19/32"
Float Drop: 1-29/32"
Pump Rod Location: Inner Hole
Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Type: BC
Part #: 7025149
Idle Screw Setting: 1-3/4 Turns to Open
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-7/8"
Choke Setting: Index
Part #: 7025148
Idle Screw Setting: 1-3/4 Turns to Open
Float Level: 1-5/32"
Float Drop: 1-7/8"
Choke Setting: Index
Note: All Buick Carburetors for 1965 are listed including those for Buick Special, Skylark, Sport Wagon, & Full Sized Models.
1965 Buick Paint Codes & Colors:
A Regal Black
C Arctic White
D Astro Blue
E Midnight Blue
H Seafoam Green
J Verde Green
K Turquoise Mist
L Midnight Aqua
N Burgundy
R Flame Red
S Sahara Mist
T Champagne Mist
V Shell Beige
X Bamboo Cream
Z Silver Cloud
Popular Options, Special & Skylark:
AM Radio, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Power Brakes, 300 Cu. In. Engine, Automatic Transmission, 4 Speed Manual Transmission, Padded Dash, Back-Up Lights, Remote Control Outside Mirror, Bucket Seats, DeLuxe Wheel covers, Two Tone Paint, Luggage Rack for Sport Wagons, Tachometer, Tilt Steering Wheel, Tinted Glass, Front Seat Belt Deletion, Heater/Defroster Deletion.
1965 Buick Historical Data:
1965 Buick Model Year Production for Buick Specials, Skylarks & Sport Wagons: 233,793.
Total Buick Production including Sport Wagons, Specials & Skylarks and Full Sized Models: 600,148.
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: None
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