1966 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 Skylark Gran Sport, Series 44600, 8 Cylinder
Buick Special:
Standard Model, 6 Cylinder, Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43369,
Base Price: $2,401; Shipping Weight: 3,046 Pounds
Production Total: 8,797
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43307
Base Price: $2,348; Shipping Weight: 3,009 Pounds
Production Total: 9,322
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43367
Base Price: $2,604; Shipping Weight: 3,092 Pounds
Production Total: 1,357
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43335
Base Price: $2,596; Shipping Weight: 3,296 Pounds
Production Total: 1,451
Standard Model, 8 Cylinder, Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43469,
Base Price: $2,471; Shipping Weight: 3,148 Pounds
Production Total: 9,355
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43407
Base Price: $2,418; Shipping Weight: 3,091 Pounds
Production Total: 5,719
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43467
Base Price: $2,671; Shipping Weight: 3,223 Pounds
Production Total: 2,036
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43435
Base Price: $2,764; Shipping Weight: 3,399 Pounds
Production Total: 3,038
DeLuxe Model, 6 Cylinder, Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43569,
Base Price: $2,485; Shipping Weight: 3,045 Pounds
Production Total: 5,501
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43507
Base Price: $2,432; Shipping Weight: 3,009 Pounds
Production Total: 2,359
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43517
Base Price: $2,504; Shipping Weight: 3,038 Pounds
Production Total: 25,071
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43535
Base Price: $2,783; Shipping Weight: 3,290 Pounds
Production Total: 824
DeLuxe Model, 8 Cylinder, Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43669
Base Price: $2,555; Shipping Weight: 3,156 Pounds
Production Total: 26,773
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43607
Base Price: $2,502; Shipping Weight: 3,112 Pounds
Production Total: 4,908
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43617
Base Price: $2,574; Shipping Weight: 3,130 Pounds
Production Total: 10,350
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43635
Base Price: $2,853; Shipping Weight: 3,427 Pounds
Production Total: 7,592
Total Special Production: 124,453.
Buick Sport Wagon:
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Model 44265
Base Price: $3,173; Shipping Weight: 3,811 Pounds
Production Total: 2,667
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 44255
Base Price: $3,025; Shipping Weight: 3,713 Pounds
Production Total: 2,469
Buick Custom Sport Wagon:
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Model 44465
Base Price: $3,293; Shipping Weight: 3,844 Pounds
Production Total: 9,510
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 44455
Base Price: $3,155; Shipping Weight: 3,720 Pounds
Production Total: 6,964
Total Sport Wagon Production: 21,610
Buick Skylark:
6 Cylinder Models:
4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 44339,
Base Price: $2,846; Shipping Weight: 3,172 Pounds
Production Total: 1,422
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44307
Base Price: $2,624; Shipping Weight: 3,034 Pounds
Production Total: 1,454
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44317
Base Price: $2,687; Shipping Weight: 3,087 Pounds
Production Total: 4,501
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44367
Base Price: $2,837; Shipping Weight: 3,158 Pounds
Production Total: 608
8 Cylinder Models:
4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 44439,
Base Price: $2,916; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds
Production Total: 18,729
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44407
Base Price: $2,694; Shipping Weight: 3,145 Pounds
Production Total: 6,427
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44417
Base Price: $2,757; Shipping Weight: 3,152 Pounds
Production Total: 33,086
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44467
Base Price: $2,904; Shipping Weight: 3,259 Pounds
Production Total: 6,129
Total Skylark Production: 70,311.
Buick Skylark Gran Sport:
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44607
Base Price: $2,956; Shipping Weight: 3,479 Pounds
Production Total: 1,835
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44617
Base Price: $3,019; Shipping Weight: 3,428 Pounds
Production Total: 9,934
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44667
Base Price: $3,167; Shipping Weight: 3,532 Pounds
Production Total: 2,047
Total Skylark Gran Sport Production: 13,816.
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Special & Skylark: 115"
Sport Wagons: 120"
Tire Sizes:
Special & Skylark, 6 Cylinder: 6.95 X 14"
Special & Skylark, 8 Cylinder: 7.35 X 14"
Sport Wagon: 8.25 X 14"
Major Engine Specifications, Buick Special, V-6 Engine, 160 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: 160 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 235 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: 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, 340 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 220 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.85"
Engine Displacement: 340 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 45.0
Horsepower: 220 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 340 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 33 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 340 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 260 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.85"
Engine Displacement: 340 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.25:1
Taxable Horsepower: 45.0
Horsepower: 260 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 365 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 33 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 401 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 325 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.64"
Engine Displacement: 401 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
Engine Available by Model:
160 HP V-6, 225 Cu. In. Standard on Special & Skylark
210 HP V-8, 300 Cu. In. Optional on Special & Skylark
220 HP V-8, 340 Cu. In. Standard on Sport Wagon
260 HP V-8, 340 Cu. In. Optional on Sport Wagon, Special & Skylark
325 HP V-8, 401 Cu. In. Standard on Skylark Gran Sport
Capacities, Special, 6 Cylinder:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 10-1/2 Quarts
With Heater: 11.2 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: 3-3/8 Pints
Automatic Transmission Capacity:
Total Capacity: 10-1/2 Quarts
Oil Pan Only: 2-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 2-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, Special, 8 Cylinder, 300 Cu. In. Engine:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 12.2 Quarts
With Heater: 12.7 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14.0 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: 3-3/8 Pints
Automatic Transmission Capacity:
Total Capacity: 10-1/2 Quarts
Oil Pan Only: 2-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 2-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, 8 Cylinder, 340 Cu. In. Engine:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 12.2 Quarts
With Heater: 12.7 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14.7 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: 3-3/8 Pints
4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission Capacity:
Total Capacity: 10-1/2 Quarts
Oil Pan Only: 2-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 2-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, 8 Cylinder, 401 Cu. In. Engine, Skylark Gran Sport:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 17-1/2 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*
Manual Transmission Capacity:
3 Speed: 3-3/8 Pints
4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission Capacity:
Total Capacity: 10-1/2 Quarts
Oil Pan Only: 2-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 2-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Tune-Up Data, 6 Cylinder Engine:
Spark Plug Type: AC 44TS
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, 300 Cu. In. Engine & 340 Cu. In Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: AC 44TS
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: 165 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/4 to 5-3/4 PSI
Tune-Up Data, All 8 Cylinder, 340 Cu. In Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: AC 44TS
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: 5-1/2 to 7 PSI
Tune-Up Data, All 8 Cylinder, 401 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: 1-2-7-8-4-5-6-3
Ignition Timing Mark & Location: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC
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: 5-1/2 to 7 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: 1.727"
Minimum Valve Spring Pressure: 164 Pounds @ 1.34"
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 & 340 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Seat Angle:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1.727"
Minimum Valve Spring Pressure: 164 Pounds @ 1.34"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake: Tapered .0012"-.0032"
Exhaust: Tapered .0025"-.003"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: Tapered .3405"-.3415"
Exhaust: Tapered .3402-.3407"
Valve Data, 8 Cylinder 401 Cu. In. Engine:
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-.3720"
Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 225 Cu. In. V-6 Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0011"
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: 2.4995"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0004"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #2
Shaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 300 & 340 Cu. In. V-8 Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0011"
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: 2.9995"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0004"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 401 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.0016"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .015"
Oil Control: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9995"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2495"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0023"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4985"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0001"-.0019"
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 & 340 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)
Engine Tightening Specifications, 401 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
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. Lbs (Minimum)
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, 225 Cu. In. V-6 Engine:
Distributor # 1110342
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 # 1111147
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 @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,300 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, 340 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
Distributor # 1111144
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 @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, 401 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
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 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 # 1107259
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;
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 300 & 340 Cu. In. V-8 Engines:
Starter # 1107374
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;
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 401 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
Starter # 1107361, 1107313
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces
No Load Test: 70-105 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 3,800 to 6,200 RPM
Torque Test: 480-540 Amperes, 3.0 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 # 4056S (Silver Tag)
Idle Screw Setting, 1 Turns to Open
Fast Idle Speed: 600 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 7/32"
Secondary: 37/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 3/4"
Secondary: 3/4"
Pump Travel: 7/16"
Choke Unloader: .160"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Part # 4055S (Blue Tag); #4061S (Blue Tag);
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: 7/16"
Choke Unloader: .160"
Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Carburetor Part # 4179S (Green Tag); 4060S (Green Tag); 4180S (Black Tag); 4181S (Black Tag);
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: 1/2"
Choke Unloader: .215"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carburetor Part # 4054S (Red Tag); 4053S Gold Tag); 4059S (Gold Tag)
Idle Screw Setting: 3/4 Turn
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: .215"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Rochester Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Type: 4GC
Part #: 7025042,
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: 1 Rich
Fast Idle Setting: 650 RPM
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: 1-1/16"
Pump Rod: Center Hole
Choke Setting: Index
Fast Idle Setting: 600 RPM
Carburetor Type: 4MC
Part #: 7026240, 7036240
Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns to Open
Pump Rod: Inner Hole
Idle Vent: 3/8"
Vacuum Break: .230"
Choke Setting: Index
Fast Idle Setting: 600 RPM
Carburetor Type: 2GC
Part #: 7026145, 7026047
Idle Screw Setting: 2 Turns to Open
Float Level: 1/2"
Float Drop: 1-27/32"
Pump Rod Location: Outer Hole
Choke Setting: Index
Part #: 7026144, 7036144, 7026046, 7036046
Idle Screw Setting: 2 Turns to Open
Float Level: 1/2"
Float Drop: 1-27/32"
Pump Rod Location: Inner Hole
Choke Setting: Index
Part #: 7036048
Idle Screw Setting: 1 Turn to Open
Float Level: 1/2"
Float Drop: 1-27/32"
Pump Rod Location: Inner Hole
Choke Setting: Index
Note: All Buick Carburetors for 1966 are listed including those for Buick Special Models.
1966 Buick Paint Codes & Colors:
A Regal Black
B Riviera Gunmetal
C Arctic White
D Astro Blue
E Midnight Blue
F Blue Mist
G Riviera Gold
H Seafoam Green
J Verde Green
K Turquoise Mist
L Shadow Turquoise
M Riviera Red
N Burgundy Mist
R Flame Red
S Riviera Champagne
T Saddle Mist
U Riviera Plum
V Shell Beige
W Silver Mist
X Riviera White
Y Cream
Z Riviera Silver Green
* White - Semi Gloss
* Black - Semi Gloss
* Riviera Rear Exhaust Grille
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, Simulated Wire Wheel Covers, 5 Spoke Wire Chrome Wheels, Two Tone Paint, Luggage Rack for Sport Wagons, Tachometer, Tilt Steering Wheel, Tinted Glass, Front Seat Belt Deletion, Heater/Defroster Deletion.
1966 Buick Historical Data:
1966 Buick Model Year Production for Buick Specials, Skylarks & Sport Wagons: 230,190.
Total Buick Production including Sport Wagons, Specials & Skylarks and Full Sized Models: 558,850.
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