1971 BUICK

Full-Sized Models


Models:

Buick LeSabre, Series 45200, 8 Cylinder

Buick LeSabre Custom & Custom 455, Series 45400

Buick Estate Wagon, Series 46000

Buick Centurion, 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: $4,621; Shipping Weight: 4,051 Pounds

Production Total: 26,348


4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 45239,

Base Price: $4,748; Shipping Weight: 4,069 Pounds

Production Total: 41,098


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 45257

Base Price: $4,690; Shipping Weight: 4,014 Pounds

Production Total: 13,385




Buick LeSabre Custom & Custom 455, 8 Cylinder:


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 45469,

Base Price: $4,715; Shipping Weight: 4,063 Pounds

Production Total: 26,970


4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 45439,

Base Price: $4,842; Shipping Weight: 4,069 Pounds

Production Total: 41,098


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 45457

Base Price: $4,778; Shipping Weight: 4,028 Pounds

Production Total: 29,944


2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Model 45467

Base Price: $4,971; Shipping Weight: 4,092 Pounds

Production Total: 1,856


Total LeSabre Production: 180,699





Buick Estate Wagon, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Station Wagon, 2 Seat, Model 46035

Base Price: $5,268; Shipping Weight: 4,797 Pounds

Production Total: 8,699


4 Door Station Wagon, 3 Seat, Model 46045

Base Price: $5,414; Shipping Weight: 4,881 Pounds

Production Total: 15,335


Total Estate Wagon Production: 32,733.





Buick Centurion, 8 Cylinder


4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Model 46639

Base Price: $5,197; Shipping Weight: 4,263 Pounds

Production Total: 15,345


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46647

Base Price: $5,272; Shipping Weight: 4,181 Pounds

Production Total: 11,892


2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 46667

Base Price: $5,311; Shipping Weight: 4,181 Pounds

Production Total: 2,161



Total Centurion Production: 29,398.




Buick Electra 225, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48239

Base Price: $5,567; Shipping Weight: 4,355 Pounds

Production Total: 17,589


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 48237

Base Price: $5,454; Shipping Weight: 4,302 Pounds

Production Total: 8,662





Buick Electra 225 Custom, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Model 48439

Base Price: $5,746; Shipping Weight: 4,355 Pounds

Production Total: 72,954


2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 48437

Base Price: $5,633; Shipping Weight: 4,302 Pounds

Production Total: 26,831


Total Electra Production: 126,036




Buick Riveira, 8 Cylinder


Body Data & Pricing:


2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Model 49487

Base Price: $5,903; Shipping Weight: 4,247 Pounds

Production Total: 33,810




Chassis:


Wheelbase:

Riviera: 122"

LeSabre: 124"

Centurion: 124"

Estate Wagon: 127"

Electra 225: 127"


Tire Sizes:

Riviera: H78 X 15"

LeSabre: H78 X 15"

Centurion: H78 X 15"

Electra 225: J78 X 15"

Estate Wagon: L78 X 15"



Major Specifications, 350 Cu. In. Engine, 230 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: 8.5:1

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 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: 8.5:1

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 Specifications, 455 Cu. In. Engine, 315 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: 8.5:1

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 Specifications, 455 Cu. In. Engine, 330 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: 8.5:1

Taxable Horsepower: 59.51

Horsepower: 330 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 455 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel




Major Specifications, 455 Cu. In. Engine, 345 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: 8.5:1

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 Availablity by Model:


230 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Standard on LeSabre

260 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Optional on LeSabre

315 HP V-8, 455 Cu. In. Standard on Centurion, Electra Estate Wagon, & Riviera.

Optional on LeSabre

330 HP V-8, 455 Cu. In. Optional on Centurion & LeSabre

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



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: 4-1/4 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: 5-1/2 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: 5-1/2 Pints


* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.






Tune-Up Data, 350 Cu. In., Manual Transmission:


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: 800 RPM



Tune-Up Data, 350 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

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:

LeSabre & 4 Barrel Carburetor: 4 Degrees BTDC on Damper

All Others: 10 Degrees BTDC on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive




Tune-Up Data, 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: 4 Degrees BTDC on Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive



Tune-Up Data, 455 Cu. In. Engine, Stage I:


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: 10 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"-.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: 2.4995"

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"-.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, 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: 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 Ft. 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 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: 80 Amperes, 9 Volts @ 3,500-6,000 RPM



Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, 455 Cu. In. Engines:


Starter # 1108392

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 45-80 Amperes, 9 Volts @ 4,000-6,500 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 In. Lbs.

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shim

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 35-40 In. Lbs

Used Bearings: 20-25 In. Lbs.




Brake Specifications:


LeSabre, Centurion, & Electra:


Brake Drum Diameter: 10.997"-11.007"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2-15/16"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"

Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"



Riviera:


Brake Drum Diameter: 10.997"-11.007"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2-15/16"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"

Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"



Estate Wagon:


Brake Drum Diameter: 11.997"-12.007"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2-15/16"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"

Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"




Wheel Alignment Data, All Series, Full Sized:


Caster: + 1 Degree

Camber:

Left: + 1/4 Degrees

Right: + 1/4 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:


Carburetor Type: 2GC


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


* Riviera Colors



Popular Options, All Series:


Hard Boot Cover for Convertibles; Sun Roof; Front Light Monitors; AM Radio; AM/FM Radio; AM/FM Stereo Radio with Tape Player; Climate Control; Automatic Clilmate Control; Power Windows; Power Trunk Release; Remote Control Outside Rear Viw Mirror, Child Safety Seat; Tinted Glass; Rear Defroster; Tilt Steering Wheel (Standard on Riviera); Power Door Locks, Speed Alert; Mirror Map Light; Electric Clock; Power Tailgate Window for Wagons; Luggage Rack for Wagons; Cornering Lights; Automatic Level Control; Towing Package; Limited Slip Differential; Engine Options.



1971 Buick Historical Data:


1971 Buick Model Year Production for Full-Sized Buicks: 402,676.

Total Buick Production including all Buick models: 551,188.


The 16 Millionth Buick was produced in June 1971.



Promotional Model Cars Available:


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