1973 BUICK APOLLO, CENTURY
LUXUS, & REGAL
Models:
Buick Apollo, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Buick Century, 8 Cylinder
Buick Luxus, 8 Cylinder
Buick Regal, 8 Cylinder
Buick Apollo, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body B69,
Base Price: $2,628; Shipping Weight: 3,152 Pounds
Production Total: 8,450*
2 Door Notchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body B27
Base Price: $2,605; Shipping Weight: 3,108 Pounds
Production Total: 14,475*
2 Door Hatchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body B17
Base Price: $2,754; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds
Production Total: 9,868*
* Combined 6 & 8 Cylinder Production.
Buick Apollo, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body B69,
Base Price: $2,746; Shipping Weight: 3,326 Pounds
Production Total: *
2 Door Notchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body B27
Base Price: $2,723; Shipping Weight: 3,282 Pounds
Production Total: *
2 Door Hatchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body B17
Base Price: $2,872; Shipping Weight: 3,384 Pounds
Production Total: *
* See 6 Cylinder Production. Combined 6 & 8 Cylinder Production.
Total Apollo Production: 32,793
Buick Century 350:
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body D29,
Base Price: $3,057; Shipping Weight: 3,780 Pounds
Production Total: 38,202
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body D37
Base Price: $3,057; Shipping Weight: 3,713 Pounds
Production Total: 56,154
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body F45
Base Price: $3,601; Shipping Weight: 4,192 Pounds
Production Total: (Included with 6 Passenger Wagon)
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body F35
Base Price: $3,486; Shipping Weight: 4,156 Pounds
Production Total: 7,760 (Includes 9 Passenger Wagon)
Total Century Production: 102,116.
Buick Luxus:
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body H29,
Base Price: $3,326; Shipping Weight: 3,797 Pounds
Production Total: 22,438
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body H37
Base Price: $3,331; Shipping Weight: 3,718 Pounds
Production Total: 71,712
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body K45
Base Price: $3,767; Shipping Weight: 4,227 Pounds
Production Total: (Included with 6 Passenger Wagon)
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body K35
Base Price: $3,652; Shipping Weight: 4,190 Pounds
Production Total: 10,645 (Includes 9 Passenger Wagon)
Total Luxus Production: 104,795.
Buick Regal:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body J57,
Base Price: $3,470; Shipping Weight: 3,743 Pounds
Production Total: 91,557
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Apollo: 111"
Century, Luxus, & Regal 2 Door Models: 112"
Century & Luxus 4 Door Models: 116"
Tire Sizes:
Apollo: E78 X 14"
Century, Luxus, & Regal: G78 X 14"
Major Engine Specifications, Buick Apollo, Inline 6 Engine, 100 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve Inline 6 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.53"
Engine Displacement: 250 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.25:1
Taxable Horsepower: 36.04
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 150 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: 150 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 265 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 175 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: 175 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 270 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 225 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: 225 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 360 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Engine Available by Model:
100 HP I-6, 250 Cu. In. Standard on Apollo 6
150 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Standard on Apollo 8 & Century
175 HP V-8, 350 Cu. In. Optional on Apollo 8 & Century.
225 HP V-8, 455 Cu. In. Optional on Century.
Capacities, 6 Cylinder, 250 Cu. In. Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 14 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 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:
8-1/2" Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 5-1/4 Pints
9-3/8" Axle: 5-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, 8 Cylinder, 350 Cu. In. Engine, Apollo:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19.5 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*
Manual Transmission Capacity:
3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission Capacity:
Total Capacity: 10 Quarts
Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts
Rear Axle Capacity:
8-1/2" Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 5-1/4 Pints
9-3/8" Axle: 5-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, 8 Cylinder, 350 Cu. In. Engine, Except Apollo:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16.45 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16.85 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 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:
8-1/2" Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 5-1/4 Pints
9-3/8" Axle: 5-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Capacities, 8 Cylinder, Gran Sport 455 Cu. In. Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16.2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16.6 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil: 4 Quarts*
Manual Transmission Capacity:
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:
8-1/2" Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
8-7/8" Axle: 5-1/4 Pints
9-3/8" Axle: 5-1/2 Pints
* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.
Tune-Up Data, 6 Cylinder, 250 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plug Type: AC R46T
Spark Plug Gap: .035"
Ignition Point Gap: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing Mark & Location: 6 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive
Tune-Up Data, 8 Cylinder, 350 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45TS
Spark Plug Gap: .040"
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 800 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM, in Drive
Tune-Up Data, 8 Cylinder, 455 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45TS
Spark Plug Gap: .040"
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 900 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM, in Drive
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: 186 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"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: Tapered .3720"-.3730"
Exhaust: Tapered .3723"-.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"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: Tapered .3720"-.3730"
Exhaust: Tapered .3723-.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: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 4 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: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 18 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 4 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 115 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 140 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: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 4 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 115 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 200. Lbs (Minimum)
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:
Distributor # 1112016
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 350 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 # 1112109
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 375 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5-1/2 to 7-1/2 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor # 1112110
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 375 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8 Degrees @ 1,050 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6.5 to 8.5" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9.5 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor # 1110499
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 Degrees @ 1,150 RPM
Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" 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 # 1100497
Rated Output: 37 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
600 RPM: 13 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 37 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.5 Volts
Alternator # 1100925
Rated Output: 63 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
600 RPM: 36 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 58 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
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
600 RPM: 15 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 37 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.5 Volts
Alternator # 1100946
Rated Output: 55 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
600 RPM: 19 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 50 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.5 Volts
Alternator # 1100947
Rated Output: 37 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
600 RPM: 12 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 32 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.5 Volts
Alternator # 1100948
Rated Output: 61 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
600 RPM: 24 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 55 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.5 Volts
Alternator # 1101018
Rated Output: 80 Amperes
Field Current: 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts
600 RPM: 40 Amperes
5,000 RPM: 74 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.5 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
Starter # 11083503
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces
No Load Test: 55-80 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, Except Apollo:
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.
Rear Axle Data, Apollo:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shim
Adjustment: .005"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Spacer
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 15-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 5-10 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shim
Adjustment:
New Bearings: .010 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: .010 Inch Lbs.
Brake Specifications:
Century, Luxus, & Regal:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9.495"-9.505"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc Brakes: 2-15/16"
Rear Drum Brakes: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Brakes: 1-1/8"
Century Wagon:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10.997"-11.007"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc Brakes: 2-15/16"
Rear Drum Brakes: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Brakes: 1-1/8"
Apollo:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9.50"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc Brakes: 2-15/16"
Front Drum Brakes: 1-1/8"
Rear Drum Brakes: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Wheel Alignment Data, Century, Luxus, & Regal, with Manual Steering, and All Station Wagons,:
Caster: - 1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1 Degrees
Right: + 1/2 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel:
Right Turn: 19-3/16 Degrees
Left Turn: 18-13/16 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Data, Century, Luxus, & Regal, with Power Steering, Except Station Wagons:
Caster: 0 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1 Degrees
Right: + 1/2 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel:
Right Turn: 19 Degrees
Left Turn: 18-11/16 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Wheel Alignment Data, Apollo:
Caster: + 1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degrees
Right: + 1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8 to 1/4"
Rochester Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Type: 2GC & 2GV
Part #: 7043142
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-9/32"
Pump Rod: 1-15/32"
Vacuum Break: .140"
Choke Rod: .080"
Choke Unloader: .180"
Part #: 7043143
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-9/32"
Pump Rod: 1-15/32"
Vacuum Break: .150"
Choke Rod: .080"
Choke Unloader: .200"
Part #: 7043144
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-9/32"
Pump Rod: 1-15/32"
Vacuum Break: .140"
Choke Rod: .080"
Choke Unloader: .180"
Carburetor Type: Quadrajet 4MC & 4MV
Part #: 7043240
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: .325"
Air Valve Lockout: .015"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 7/16"
Part #: 7043242
Float Level: 13/32"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 7/16"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .200"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .335"
Air Valve Lockout: .015"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 7/16"
Part #: 7043243
Float Level: 13/32"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 7/16"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .215"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .325"
Air Valve Lockout: .015"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 7/16"
Part #: 7043244
Float Level: 15/32"
Pump Rod Hole: Outer Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 3/8"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .170"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .335"
Air Valve Lockout: .015"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 11/16"
Part #: 7043245
Float Level: 15/32"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 3/8"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .170"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .335"
Air Valve Lockout: .015"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 11/16"
Part #: 7043246
Float Level: 15/32"
Pump Rod Hole: Outer Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 3/8"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .170"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .325"
Air Valve Lockout: .015"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 11/16"
Rochester Monojet, M & MV:
Part #: 7043014
Float Level: 1/4"
Metering Rod: .080"
Choke Rod: .245"
Vacuum Brak: .300"
Unloader: .500"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
Part #: 7043017
Float Level: 11/32"
Metering Rod: .080"
Choke Rod: .275"
Vacuum Brake: .350"
Unloader: .500"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
Note: All Buick Carburetors for 1973 are listed including those for Full Sized Buick Models.
1973 Buick Paint Codes & Colors:
11 Arctic White
19 Regal Black
24 Medium Blue
26 Mediterranean Blue
29 Midnight Blue
42 Jade Green
44 Willow Green
46 Green-Gold
48 Midnight Green
51 Apollo Yellow
54* Autumn Gold
56 Colonial White
60 Harvest Gold
67* Midnight Gray
68 Brown
74 Burgundy
75 Apollo Red
81 Bamboo Cream
97 Apollo Orange
99 Gall Bladder Green
* Riviera Colors
Popular Options:
AM-FM Stereo Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8 Track Tape Player; Power Windows; Power Seat; Vinyl Top; Gran Sport Package for Century; Stage I Option for Century; Sun Roof; Air Conditioning; Disc Brakes; Max-Trac Differential; Engine Options.
1973 Buick Historical Data:
1973 Buick Model Year Production for Buick Apollo, Century, Luxus, & Regal: 331,264.
Total Buick Production including, GS, Skylark, and Full Sized Models: 821,165.
Promotional Model Cars Available:
None.
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