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:
None
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