1970 BUICK
Full-Sized Models
Models:
Buick LeSabre, Series 45200, 8 Cylinder
Buick LeSabre Custom, Series 45400
Buick Estate Wagon, Series 46000
Buick Wildcat Custom, Series 46600, 8 Cylinder
Buick Electra 225, Series 48200, 8 Cylinder
Buick Electra 225 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: $4,278; Shipping Weight: 3,970 Pounds
Production Total: 35,404
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 45239,
Base Price: $4,418; Shipping Weight: 4,018 Pounds
Production Total: 14,817
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 45237
Base Price: $4,360; Shipping Weight: 3,866 Pounds
Production Total: 14,163
Buick LeSabre Custom, 8 Cylinder:
Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 45469,
Base Price: $4,372; Shipping Weight: 3,950 Pounds
Production Total: 36,682
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 45439,
Base Price: $4,512; Shipping Weight: 3,988 Pounds
Production Total: 43,863
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 45437
Base Price: $4,448; Shipping Weight: 3,921 Pounds
Production Total: 35,641
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Model 45467
Base Price: $4,641; Shipping Weight: 3,947 Pounds
Production Total: 2,487
Buick LeSabre Custom 455, 8 Cylinder:
Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 45669,
Base Price: $4,562; Shipping Weight: 4,107 Pounds
Production Total: 5,555
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 45639,
Base Price: $4,702; Shipping Weight: 4,143 Pounds
Production Total: 6,561
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 45437
Base Price: $4,638; Shipping Weight: 4,066 Pounds
Production Total: 5,469
Total LeSabre Production: 200,622.
Buick Estate Wagon, 8 Cylinder
Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Station Wagon, 2 Seat, Model 46036
Base Price: $4,902; Shipping Weight: 4,691 Pounds
Production Total: 11,427
4 Door Station Wagon, 3 Seat, Model 46046
Base Price: $5,047; Shipping Weight: 4,779 Pounds
Production Total: 16,879
Total Estate Wagon Production: 28,304.
Buick Wildcat Custom, 8 Cylinder
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 46639
Base Price: $5,117; Shipping Weight: 4,187 Pounds
Production Total: 12,924
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46637
Base Price: $5,096; Shipping Weight: 4,099 Pounds
Production Total: 9,477
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46667
Base Price: $5,227; Shipping Weight: 4,214 Pounds
Production Total: 1,244
Total Wildcat Production: 23,645.
Buick Electra 225, 8 Cylinder
Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48269
Base Price: $5,096; Shipping Weight: 4,274 Pounds
Production Total: 12,580
4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48239
Base Price: $5,227; Shipping Weight: 4,296 Pounds
Production Total: 14,338
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 48257
Base Price: $5,117; Shipping Weight: 4,214 Pounds
Production Total: 12,013
Buick Electra 225 Custom, 8 Cylinder
Body Data & Pricing:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48469
Base Price: $5,312; Shipping Weight: 4,283 Pounds
Production Total: 14,109
4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48439
Base Price: $5,406; Shipping Weight: 4,385 Pounds
Production Total: 65,114
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 48457
Base Price: $5,296; Shipping Weight: 4,297 Pounds
Production Total: 26,002
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 48467
Base Price: $5,327; Shipping Weight: 4,341 Pounds
Production Total: 6,045
Total Electra Production: 150,201
Buick Riveira, 8 Cylinder
Body Data & Pricing:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 49487
Base Price: $5,489; Shipping Weight: 4,216 Pounds
Production Total: 37,366
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Riviera: 119"
LeSabre: 124"
Wildcat: 124"
Estate Wagon: 124"
Electra 225: 127"
Tire Sizes:
Riviera: H78 X 15"
LeSabre: H78 X 15"
Wildcat: L78 X 15"
Electra 225: J78 X 15"
Major Specifications, 350 Cu. In. Engine, 260 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.800" X 3.85"
Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Taxable Horsepower: 46.21
Horsepower: 260 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 360 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Major Specifications, 350 Cu. In. Engine, 285 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.800" X 3.85"
Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Taxable Horsepower: 46.21
Horsepower: 285 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 375 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Major Specifications, 350 Cu. In. Engine, 315 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.800" X 3.85"
Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.25:1
Taxable Horsepower: 46.21
Horsepower: 315 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 410 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Major Specifications, 455 Cu. In. Engine, 370 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.90"
Engine Displacement: 455.0 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.51
Horsepower: 370 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 510 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Availablity by Model:
260 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Standard on LeSabre
285 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Optional on LeSabre
315 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Optional on LeSabre
370 HP V-8, 455 Cu. In. Standard Riviera, Estate Wagon, LeSabre 455, & Wildcat & Electra.
Capacities, 350 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16.2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16.55 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons (Estate Wagon: 24 Gallons)
Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3.5 Pints
Automatic Transmission Capacity:
Total: 10 Quarts
Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 3 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, 455 Cu. In. V-8 Engine, Except Riviera:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19.7 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20.0 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons (Estate Wagon: 24 Gallons)
Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission Capacity:
Total Capacity: 11-1/2 Quarts
Oil Pan Only: 3-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 4-1/4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, Riviera:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19.7 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20.0 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission Capacity:
Total Capacity: 11-1/2 Quarts
Oil Pan Only: 3-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity: 4-1/4 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Tune-Up Data, 350 Cu. In.:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45TS
Spark Plug Gap: .030"
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: 6 Degrees BTDC on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive
Tune-Up Data, 455 Cu. In. Engine, Except California:
Spark Plug Type: AC R44TS
Spark Plug Gap: .030"
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: 6 Degrees BTDC on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive
Valve Data Buick, 350 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Seat Angle:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1.72"
Minimum Valve Spring Pressure: 180 Pounds @ 1.34"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake: Tapered .0015"-.0035"
Exhaust: Tapered .0015"-.0035"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: Tapered .3720"-.3730"
Exhaust: Tapered .3720-.3730"
Valve Data, Buick, 455 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Seat Angle:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1.89"
Minimum Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Pounds @ 1.45"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake: Tapered .0015"-.0035"
Exhaust: Tapered .0015"-.0035"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: Tapered .3720"-.3730"
Exhaust: Tapered .3720-.3730"
Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 350 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0008"-.0014"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .013"
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 #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.009"
Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 455 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0010"-.0022"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .013"
Oil Control: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9993"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.249"-2.250"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0023"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 3.2500"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0018"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .003"-.009"
Engine Tightening Specifications, 350 Cu. In. Engines:
Spark Plugs: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 75 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 18 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 4 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 120 Ft. Lbs (Minimum)
Engine Tightening Specifications, 455 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plugs: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 18 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 4 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 110 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 58 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 200 Ft. Lbs (Minimum)
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:
Distributor # 1111962
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4-1/2 to 6-1/2 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor # 1111984
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9-1/2 to 11-1/2 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor # 1111986
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 475 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9-1/2 to 11-1/2 Degrees @ 975 RPM
Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor # 1112006
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8-1/2 to 10-1/2 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Above listed distributors are for all models of Buick including those not included those not covered on this disk. Refer to the distributor number on your engine.
Delco-Remy Alternator & Regulator Specifications, All Series:
Alternator # 1100761
Rated Output: 37 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
2,000 RPM: 7 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 29 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.6 to 14.4 Volts
Alternator # 1100888
Rated Output: 37 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
2,000 RPM: 7 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 29 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.6 to 14.4 Volts
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: 9 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 32 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.6 to 14.4 Volts
Alternator # 1100774
Rated Output: 55 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
2,000 RPM: 9 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 44 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.6 to 14.4 Volts
Alternator # 1100892
Rated Output: 55 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
2,000 RPM: 9 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 44 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.6 to 14.4 Volts
Alternator # 1100860
Rated Output: 61 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
2,000 RPM: 12 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 47 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.6 to 14.4 Volts
Note: The above alternators are for all series Buicks, including Special & Skylark models.
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 350 Cu. In. Engines:
Starter # 1108391
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces
No Load Test: 55-85 Amperes, 9 Volts @ 3,100-4,900 RPM
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 455 Cu. In. Engines:
Starter # 1108392
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces
No Load Test: 48-74 Amperes, 9 Volts @ 4,100-6,300 RPM
Rear Axle Data:
LeSabre:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shim
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Spacer
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-25 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 In. Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shim
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 35-40 In. Lbs
Used Bearings: 20-25 In. Lbs.
Wildcat, Electra, & Riviera:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shim
Adjustment: .007"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Spacer
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 25-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 In. Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shim
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 35-40 In. Lbs
Used Bearings: 25-30 In. Lbs.
Brake Specifications:
LeSabre, Wildcat, Estate Wagon, & Electra:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11.997"-12.022"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-15/16"
Front: 1-3/16"
Rear: 1.00"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Manual Drum Brakes: 1.00"
Power Drum Brakes: 1.00"
Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Riviera:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11.997"-12.022"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2-15/16"
Front: 1-3/16"
Rear: 1.00"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Manual Drum Brakes: 1.00"
Power Drum Brakes: 1.00"
Power Disc Brakes: 1.00"
Wheel Alignment Data, LeSabre & Estate Wagon:
Caster: + 3/4 Degree
Camber:
Left: 0 Degrees
Right: 0 Degrees
Toe In: 7/32" to 5/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 19-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Data, Wildcat:
Caster: + 3/4 Degree
Camber:
Left: 0 Degrees
Right: 0 Degrees
Toe In: 7/32" to 5/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 19-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Data, Electra 225:
Caster: + 3/4 Degree
Camber:
Left: 0 Degrees
Right: 0 Degrees
Toe In: 7/32" to 5/16"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 19-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Data, Riviera:
Caster: + 1 Degree
Camber:
Left: +1/4 Degrees
Right: + 1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 5/32" to 1/4"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 16-3/4 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Rochester Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Type: 2GC
Part #: 7029142, 7040466
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-7/32"
Pump Rod: 1-13/32"
Vacuum Break: .150"
Choke Rod: .080"
Choke Unloader: .180"
Part #: 7029143
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-7/32"
Pump Rod: 1-15/32"
Vacuum Break: .190"
Choke Rod: .100"
Choke Unloader: .200"
Carburetor Type: Quadrajet 4MC & 4MV
Part #: 7040240
Float Level: 3/8"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 9/32"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .180"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .335"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"
Part #: 7040243
Float Level: 3/8"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 9/32"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .215"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .335"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"
Part #: 7040244
Float Level: 5/16"
Pump Rod Hole: Outer Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 13/32"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .170"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .335"
Air Valve Lockout: .045"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"
Part #: 7040245
Float Level: 5/16"
Pump Rod Hole: Outer Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 13/32"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .215"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .335"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"
Part #: 7040246
Float Level: 5/16"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 9/32"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .200"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .335"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"
Part #: 7040247
Float Level: 3/8"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 9/32"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .160"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .325"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"
Rochester Monojet, M & MV:
Part #: 7040014
Initial Idle Screw Adjustment: 2 Turns Open
Float Level: 1/4"
Metering Rod: .070"
Idle Vent: .050"
Choke Rod: .170"
Vacuum Brak: .245"
Unloader: .350"
Fast Idle Speed: 650 RPM
Part #: 7040015
Initial Idle Screw Adjustment: 2 Turns Open
Float Level: 1/4"
Metering Rod: .140"
Idle Vent: .050"
Choke Rod: .200"
Vacuum Brake: .275"
Unloader: .350"
Fast Idle Speed: 900 RPM
Part #: 7040017
Float Level: 1/4"
Metering Rod: .070"
Fast Idle, on Car: .100"
Choke Rod: .190"
Vacuum Brake: .230"
Unloader: .350"
Fast Idle Speed: 900 RPM
Note: All Buick Carburetors for 1970 are listed including those for Buick Special Models.
1970 Buick Paint Codes & Colors:
10 Glacier White
14 Silver Mist
16* Tealmist Gray
19 Regal Black
20 Azure Blue
25* Gulfstream Blue
26 Stratomist Blue
28* Diplomat Blue
34* Aqua Mist
45* Seamist Green
46 Emerald Mist
48* Sherwood Green
50 Bamboo Cream
55* Coronet Gold
58* Harvest Gold
61 Sandpiper beige
63* Desert Gold
68* Burnsihed Saddle
74 Titian Red
75* Fire Red
76 Sunset Sage
78 Burgundy Mist
Saturn Yellow (GSX)
* Riviera Colors
Popular Options, All Series:
Power Steering (Standard on Electra & Riviera); Power Brakes (Standard on Electra & Riviera); Front Power Disc Brakes; Power Windows (Standard on Electra Convertible); 4 Way Power Seat; 6 Way Power Seat; Automatic Climate Control; Air Conditioning; AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM/FM Radio with Stereo Tape; Tilt Steering Wheel (Standard on Riviera); Remote Outside Rear View Mirror; Tinted Glass, Rear Window Defroster, Vinyl Roof; Rear View Mirror Map Light, Power Trunk Release, Cruise Control; Speed Alert; Cornering Lights; Chrome Spoke Wheels with 5 Spokes; Automatic Transmission (Standard on Electra & Riviera); 4 Speed Manual Transmission on Wildcat, Positive Traction Axle; White Side Wall Tires; Engine Options. Trailering Options; Gran Sport Option for Riviera.
1970 Buick Historical Data:
1970 Buick Model Year Production for Full-Sized Buicks: 440,138.
Total Buick Production including all Buick models: 666,501.
Promotional Model Cars Available:
None
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