1965 BUICK

Full-Sized Models


Models:

Buick LeSabre, Series 45200, 8 Cylinder

Buick LeSabre Custom, Series 45400

Buick Wildcat, Series 46200, 8 Cylinder

Buick Wildcat DeLuxe, Series 46400, 8 Cylinder

Buick Wildcat Custom, Series 46600, 8 Cylinder

Buick Electra, Series 48200, 8 Cylinder

Buick Electra Custom, Series 48400, 8 Cylinder

Buick Riviera, Series 49400, 8 Cylinder



Buick LeSabre, 8 Cylinder:


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 45269,

Base Price: $2,888; Shipping Weight: 3,788 Pounds

Production Total: 37,788


4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 45239,

Base Price: $3,027; Shipping Weight: 3,809 Pounds

Production Total: 18,384


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 45237

Base Price: $2,968; Shipping Weight: 3,753 Pounds

Production Total: 15,786




Buick LeSabre Custom, 8 Cylinder:


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 45469,

Base Price: $2,962; Shipping Weight: 3,788 Pounds

Production Total: 20,052


4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 45439,

Base Price: $3,101; Shipping Weight: 3,811 Pounds

Production Total: 23,394


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 45437

Base Price: $3,037; Shipping Weight: 3,742 Pounds

Production Total: 21,049


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Model 45467

Base Price: $3,257; Shipping Weight: 3,812 Pounds

Production Total: 6,543



Total LeSabre Production: 144,966.



Buick Wildcat , 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 46269

Base Price: $3,117; Shipping Weight: 3,788 Pounds

Production Total: 10,184


4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 46239

Base Price: $3,278; Shipping Weight: 3,809 Pounds

Production Total: 7,499


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46237

Base Price: $3,219; Shipping Weight: 3,753 Pounds

Production Total: 6,031



Buick Wildcat DeLuxe, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 46469

Base Price: $3,218; Shipping Weight: 3,777 Pounds

Production Total: 9,765


4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 46439

Base Price: $3,338; Shipping Weight: 3,811 Pounds

Production Total: 13,903


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46437

Base Price: $3,272; Shipping Weight: 3,724 Pounds

Production Total: 11,617


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46467

Base Price: $3,651; Shipping Weight: 3,988 Pounds

Production Total: 4,616


* Includes Production for Wildcat Convertibles.




Buick Wildcat Custom, 8 Cylinder


4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 46639

Base Price: $3,626; Shipping Weight: 4,160 Pounds

Production Total: 14,878


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46637

Base Price: $3,566; Shipping Weight: 4,047 Pounds

Production Total: 15,896


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46667

Base Price: $3,727; Shipping Weight: 4,087 Pounds

Production Total: 4,398



Total Wildcat Production: 98,787.




Buick Electra, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48269

Base Price: $3,989; Shipping Weight: 4,261 Pounds

Production Total: 12,459


4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48239

Base Price: $4,121; Shipping Weight: 4,284 Pounds

Production Total: 12,842


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 48237

Base Price: $3,999; Shipping Weight: 4,208 Pounds

Production Total: 6,302





Buick Electra Custom, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48469

Base Price: $4,168; Shipping Weight: 4,292 Pounds

Production Total: 7,197


4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48439

Base Price: $4,300; Shipping Weight: 4,344 Pounds

Production Total: 29,932


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 48437

Base Price: $4,179; Shipping Weight: 4,228 Pounds

Production Total: 9,570


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 48467

Base Price: $4,350; Shipping Weight: 4,325 Pounds

Production Total: 8,508



Total Electra Production: 86,810




Buick Riveira, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 49447

Base Price: $4,318; Shipping Weight: 4,036 Pounds

Production Total: 34,586




Chassis:


Wheelbase:

Riviera: 119"

LeSabre: 123"

Wildcat: 126"

Electra 225: 126"


Tire Sizes:

Riviera: 8.45 X 15"

LeSabre: 8.15 X 15"

Wildcat: 8.45 X 15"

Electra 225: 8.75 X 15"




Major Specifications, 300 Cu. In. 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: 9.0:1

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 Specifications, 300 Cu. In. 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: 11.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 45.0

Horsepower: 250 @ 4,800 RPM

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

Normal Oil Pressure: 33 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel





Major Specifications, 401 Cu. In. "400" Engine, 325 H.P.:


Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.640"

Engine Displacement: 401.0 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 56.11

Horsepower: 325 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 445 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel



Major Specifications, 425 Cu. In. Engine, 340 H.P.:


Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.640"

Engine Displacement: 425.0 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 59.51

Horsepower: 340 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 465 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel



Major Specifications, 425 Cu. In. Engine, 360 H.P.:


Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.640"

Engine Displacement: 425.0 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 59.51

Horsepower: 360 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 465 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors




Engine Available by Model:


210 HP V-8, 300 Cu. In. Standard on LeSabre

250 HP V-8, 300 Cu. In. Optional on LeSabre

325 HP V-8, 401 Cu. In. Standard Wildcat, Electra & Riviera

340 HP V-8, 425 Cu. In. Optional on Wildcat, Electra & Electra

360 HP V-8, 425 Cu. In. Optional on Riviera, Wildcat, & Electra



Capacities, 300 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

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: 25 Gallons

Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 2 Pints

Automatic Transmission Capacity: 9-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle Capacity: 2-1/2 Pints


* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.



Capacities, 401 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 16-3/4 Quarts

With Heater: 17-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/4 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons

Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission Capacity: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle Capacity: 4-1/2 Pints


* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.



Capacities, 425 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 17-1/4 Quarts

With Heater: 18 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/4 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons

Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission Capacity: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle Capacity: 4-1/2 Pints


* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.



Capacities, Riviera:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 17 Quarts

With Heater: 18-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/2 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*

Automatic Transmission Capacity: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle Capacity: 4-1/2 Pints


* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.






Tune-Up Data, 300 Cu. In. 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: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

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

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




Tune-Up Data, 401 & 425 Cu. In. Engines:


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

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

With 2 Carburetors & Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 500 RPM, (With A/C full on, if so equipped)

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Drive (With A/C full on, if so equipped)

Compression Pressure: 180 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-3/4 to 6-1/2 PSI




Valve Data, Buick, 300 Cu. In. Engines:


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, Buick, 401 & 425 Cu. In. Engines, All Series:


Valve Lash: Hydralic

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1.60"

Minimum Valve Spring Pressure: 101 Pounds @ 1.16"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: Tapered .002"-.003"

Exhaust: Tapered .0025"-.0035"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: Tapered .3720"-.3730"

Exhaust: Tapered .3715-.3725"



Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 300 Cu. In. Engines:


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 #3

Shaft End Play: .004"-.008"




Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 401 & 425 Cu. In. Engines:


Piston Clearance: .001"-.0016"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .015"

Oil Control: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9995"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.249"-2.250"

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, 300 Cu. In. 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, 401 & 425 Cu. In. 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: 30-35 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-50 Ft. Lbs.

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

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 50-65 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 200 Ft. Lbs (Minimum)




Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, 300 Cu. In. Engines:


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 Distributor Specifications, 401 & 425 Cu. In. Engines:


Distributor # 1111055

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: 15 Degrees @ 1,950 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data

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

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum





Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, 401 & 425 Cu. In. Engines, with 2 Carburetors:


Distributor # 1111058

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 @ 450 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,900 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data

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

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 16" 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 are for all series Buicks, including Special & Skylark models.








Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 300 Cu. In. Engines:


Starter # 1107306

Brush Spring Tension: 55 Ounces

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

Torque Test: 300-360 Amperes, 3.5 Volts;



Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 401 & 425 Cu. In. Engines:


Starter # 1107313

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 70-105 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 3,800-6,200 RPM

Torque Test: 480-540 Amperes, 3.0 Volts;



Rear Axle & Brake Data, LeSabre:


Carrier Type: Integral

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shim

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 30-40 In. Lbs

Used Bearings: 20-30 In. 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 In. Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter: 12.002" (Plus or minus .005")

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1.125"

Rear: 1.00"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1.00"




Rear Axle & Brake Data, Wildcat, Electra & Riviera:


Carrier Type: Removable

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shim

Adjustment: .004" Compression (.022" each side)

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shim

Adjustment: .007"-.009"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment: 15-35 In. Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter: 12.002" (Plus or minus .005")

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1.125"

Rear: 1.00"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1.00"





Wheel Alignment Data, LeSabre:


Caster: + 1 Degree

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:

Manual Steering: 23 Degrees, 32 Minutes

Power Steering: 22 Degrees, 46 Minutes




Wheel Alignment Data, Wildcat:


Caster: + 1 Degree

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:

Manual Steering: 23 Degrees

Power Steering: 21 Degrees, 47 Minutes




Wheel Alignment Data, Electra:


Caster: + 1 Degree

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 Degrees, 47 Minutes




Wheel Alignment Data, Riviera:


Caster: + 1 Degree

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: 22 Degrees, 50 Minutes





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 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, All Series:


Power Steering on LeSabre (Standard on Others); Power Brakes on LeSabre (Standard on Others); Power Windows (Standard on Electra Convertible); Power Seat; Air Conditioning; AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; Tilt Steering Wheel (Standard on Riviera); Remote Outside Rear View Mirror; Tinted Glass, Tachometer; Power Trunk Release, Cruise Control; Cornering Lights; Front Seat Belt Deletion; Heater/Defroster Deletion; Automatic Transmission (Standard on Electra & Riviera); 4 Speed Manual Transmission on Wildcat, Positive Traction Axle.



1965 Buick Historical Data:


1965 Buick Model Year Production for Full-Sized Buicks: 451,959.

Total Buick Production including Specials & Skylarks: 600,148.




Promotional Model Cars Available:


Plastic: Wildcat 2 Door Hardtop, Wildcat Convertible, Riviera 2 Door Hardtop.



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