1971 BUICK SKYLARK, GRAN SPORT, &

1971 BUICK SKYLARK, GRAN SPORT, &

SPORT WAGON

Models:

Buick Skylark, Series 43300, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Buick Skylark Custom, Series 44400, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Buick Sport Wagon, Series 43400, 8 Cylinder

Buick Gran Sport & Gran Sport 455, Series 43400, 8 Cylinder

Buick Skylark:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 43369,

Base Price: $3,400; Shipping Weight: 3,260 Pounds

Production Total: 34,037

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43337

Base Price: $3,421; Shipping Weight: 3,214 Pounds

Production Total: 61,201

2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 43327

Base Price: $3,349; Shipping Weight: 3,208 Pounds

Production Total: 14,500

Buick Skylark Custom:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 44469,

Base Price: $3,670; Shipping Weight: 3,473 Pounds

Production Total: 8,299

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44437

Base Price: $3,698; Shipping Weight: 3,425 Pounds

Production Total: 29,536

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 44439,

Base Price: $3,778; Shipping Weight: 3,557 Pounds

Production Total: 20,418

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 44467

Base Price: $3,844; Shipping Weight: 3,482 Pounds

Production Total: 3,993

Total Skylark Production: 171,984.

Buick Sport Wagon:

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Model 43436

Base Price: $3,896; Shipping Weight: 3,911 Pounds

Production Total: 12,525

Buick Gran Sport & Gran Sport 455:

2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Model 43437

Base Price: $3,566; Shipping Weight: 3,425 Pounds

Production Total: 8,268

Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Model 43467

Base Price: $3,857; Shipping Weight: 3,479 Pounds

Production Total: 902

Total Gran Sport Production: 9,170

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Skylark 2 Door: 112"

Skylark 4 Door: 116"

Sport Wagons: 116"

Tire Sizes:

Skylark: F78 X 14"

Skylark Custom, GS, & Sport Wagon: G78 X 14"

Major Engine Specifications, Buick Special, Inline 6 Engine, 145 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve Inline 6 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.53"

Engine Displacement: 250 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 36.04

Horsepower: 145 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 235 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

Major Engine Specifications, 350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 230 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.80" X 3.85"

Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 46.21

Horsepower: 230 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 350 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Major Engine Specifications, 350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 260 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.80" X 3.85"

Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 46.21

Horsepower: 260 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 360 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 315 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.90"

Engine Displacement: 455 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 59.51

Horsepower: 315 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 450 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 345 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.90"

Engine Displacement: 455 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 59.51

Horsepower: 345 @ 5,000 RPM

Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Engine Available by Model:

145 HP I-6, 250 Cu. In. Standard Skylark

230 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Standard on Sport Wagon. Optional on Skylark

260 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Standard on GS. Optional on Skylark.

315 HP V-8, 455 Cu. In. Optional on Skylark.

345 HP V-8, 455 Cu. In. Optional on Skylark.

Capacities, Skylark, 6 Cylinder:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 16.04 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16.04 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission Capacity:

3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission Capacity:

Total Capacity: 10 Quarts

Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts

Rear Axle Capacity: 4-1/4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Capacities, Skylark, 8 Cylinder, 350 Cu. In. Engine:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 16.5 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16.5 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons (Sport Wagon: 23 Gallons)

Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission Capacity:

3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

4 Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission Capacity:

Total Capacity: 10 Quarts

Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts

Rear Axle Capacity: 4-1/4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Capacities, 8 Cylinder, Gran Sport 455 Cu. In. Engine:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 19.0 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 19.5 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*

Manual Transmission Capacity:

3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

4 Speed: 3 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.

Tune-Up Data, 6 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plug Type: AC R46TS

Spark Plug Gap: .035"

Ignition Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing Mark & Location: 4 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Tune-Up Data, 8 Cylinder, 350 Cu. In. Engine:

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:

Manual Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 800 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive

Tune-Up Data, 8 Cylinder, 455 Cu. In. Engine:

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:

Manual Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 4 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM

Valve Data, 6 Cylinder 250 Cu. In. Engine:

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 46 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1.66"

Minimum Valve Spring Pressure: 185 Pounds @ 1.27"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: Tapered .001"-.0027"

Exhaust: Tapered .001"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: Tapered .3410"-.3417"

Exhaust: Tapered .3410-.3417"

Valve Data, 8 Cylinder 350 Cu. In. Engines:

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, 8 Cylinder 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, 250 Cu. In. I-6 Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil Control: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .927"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 1.999"-2.000""

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0027"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3004"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0003"-.0029"

Thrust on Bearing #7

Shaft End Play: .002"-.006"

Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 350 Cu. In. V-8 Engines:

Piston Clearance: .0008"-.0020"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil Control: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9393"

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: .003"-.009"

Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft, & Bearings, 455 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0010"-.0016"

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: 3.250"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0018"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Shaft End Play: .003"-.009"

Engine Tightening Specifications, 250 Cu. In. I-6 Engines:

Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold:

End Clamps: 20 Ft. Lbs

Center Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold:

End Clamps: 20 Ft. Lbs

Center Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: Pressed On

Engine Tightening Specifications, 350 Cu. In. V-8 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 Lbs (Minimum)

Engine Tightening Specifications, 455 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 65 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. Lbs (Minimum)

Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:

Distributor # 1110489

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4 to 6 Degrees @ 1,150 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM

Maximum Advance:

Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor # 1112006

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 550 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 3-1/2 to 5-1/2 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Maximum Advance:

Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor # 1112037

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 800 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 Degrees @ 925 RPM

Full Advance: 7 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Maximum Advance:

Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor # 1112077

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 800 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM

Maximum Advance:

Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor # 1112080

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 800 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8 Degrees @ 1,050 RPM

Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 1,450 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 # 1100891

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 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 # 1100905

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 # 1100924

Rated Output: 55 Amperes

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes

Cold Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 9 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 44 Amperes

Regulator #1116384

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.5 Volts

Alternator # 1100926

Rated Output: 42 Amperes

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes

Cold Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 9 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 32 Amperes

Regulator #1116384

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.5 Volts

Alternator # 1100931

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 # 1100932

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

Alternator # 1100933

Rated Output: 63 Amperes

Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.8 to 3.2 Amperes

Cold Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 13 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 51 Amperes

Regulator #1119519

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 1.5 to 3.2 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .067"

Point Gap: .014"

Alternator # 1100943

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

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

Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 250 Cu. In. I-6 Engine:

Starter # 1108365

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 50-80 Amperes, 9 Volts @ 5,500 to 10,500 RPM

Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 350 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Starter # 1108391

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 9 Volts @ 3,500 to 6,000 RPM

Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 455 Cu. In. V-8 Engine:

Starter # 1108392

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 45-80 Amperes, 9 Volts @ 4,000 to 6,500 RPM

Rear Axle Data, All Series:

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 Inch Lbs.

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shim

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 35-40 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings: 20-25 Inch Lbs.

Brake Specifications:

Skylark, Gran Sport 350 & Gran Sport 455:

Brake Drum Diameter: 9.495"-9.505"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Drum Brakes: 1-1/8"

Rear Drum Brakes: 7/8"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Sport Wagon:

Brake Drum Diameter: 9.495"-9.505"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Drum Brakes: 1-1/8"

Rear Drum Brakes: 7/8"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Wheel Alignment Data, All Series:

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: 18-1/2 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Rochester Carburetor Specifications:

Model 2GC & 2VC

Part #: 7041143

Float Level: 15/32"

Float Drop: 1-7/32"

Pump Rod: 1-15/32"

Vacuum Break: .160"

Choke Rod: .080"

Choke Unloader: .200"

Part #: 7041142, 7041442

Float Level: 15/32"

Float Drop: 1-7/32"

Pump Rod: 1-15/32"

Vacuum Break: .150"

Choke Rod: .080"

Choke Unloader: .180"

Carburetor Type: Quadrajet 4MC & 4MV

Part #: 7041242

Float Level: 3/8"

Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole

Pump Rod Adjustment: 1/4"

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 #: 7041243

Float Level: 13/32"

Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole

Pump Rod Adjustment: 1/4"

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 #: 7041245

Float Level: 15/32"

Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole

Pump Rod Adjustment: 9/32"

Choke Rod: .130"

Vacuum Break: .170"

Air Valve Dashpot: .030"

Choke Unloader: .335"

Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"

Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"

Part #: 7040245

Float Level: 3/8"

Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole

Pump Rod Adjustment: 1/4"

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 #: 7040246

Float Level: 15/32"

Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole

Pump Rod Adjustment: 9/32"

Choke Rod: .130"

Vacuum Break: .170"

Air Valve Dashpot: .030"

Choke Unloader: .335"

Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"

Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"

Part #: 7041544

Float Level: 15/32"

Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole

Pump Rod Adjustment: 9/32"

Choke Rod: .130"

Vacuum Break: .170"

Air Valve Dashpot: .030"

Choke Unloader: .335"

Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"

Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 1/2"

Rochester Monojet, M & MV:

Part #: 7041014

Float Level: 1/4"

Metering Rod: .080"

Idle Vent: .050"

Choke Rod: .160"

Vacuum Brak: .225"

Unloader: .500"

Fast Idle Speed: 500 RPM

Part #: 7040015

Float Level: 1/4"

Metering Rod: .080"

Idle Vent: .050"

Choke Rod: .180"

Vacuum Brake: .225"

Unloader: .350"

Fast Idle Speed: 550 RPM

Note: All Buick Carburetors for 1971 are listed including those for Buick Special Models.

1971 Buick Paint Codes & Colors:

11 Arctic White

13 Platinum Mist

16 Tealmist Gray

19 Regal Black

24 Cascade Blue

26 Stratomist Blue

29 Nocturne Blue

39 Twilight Turquoise

41 Silver Fern

42 Willomist Green

43 Lime Mist

50* Bamboo Cream

53 Cortez Gold

55 Coronet Gold

61 Sandpiper Beige

62 Bittersweet Mist

65* Copper Mist

67 Burnished Cinnamon

68* Deep Chestnut

70* Pearl Beige

73* Sunset Mist

74* Vintage Red

75 Fire Red

78 Rosewood

Popular Options:

Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Vinyl Top. Tilt Steering Wheel, Chrome Spoke Wheels, AM Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio, Power Seats, Power Door Locks, Intermittend Wipers, Remote Side Mirror, Child Safety Seat. Automatic Level Control, Automatic Transmission, Limited Slip Differential, 8 Cylinder Engine Options.

GS Options:

GSX Grille Emblem, GSX Equipment for GS 455, Sport Mirrors, Instrument Panel Gauges, Front Spoiler, Ralley Steering Wheel.

1971 Buick Historical Data:

1971 Buick Model Year Production for Buick Skylarks, Gran Sports & Sport Wagons: 193,679.

Total Buick Production including Sport Wagons, Gran Sports, Skylarks and Full Sized Models: 551,188.

The 16 millionth Buick was produced in June, 1971.

Promotional Model Cars Available:

Plastic: None.