1974 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: $3,060; Shipping Weight: 3,256 Pounds
Production Total: 16,779*
2 Door Notchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body B27
Base Price: $3,037; Shipping Weight: 3,216 Pounds
Production Total: 28,286*
2 Door Hatchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body B17
Base Price: $3,160; Shipping Weight: 3,321 Pounds
Production Total: 11,644*
* Combined 6 & 8 Cylinder Production.
Buick Apollo, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body B69,
Base Price: $3,184; Shipping Weight: 3,469 Pounds
Production Total: *
2 Door Notchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body B27
Base Price: $3,161; Shipping Weight: 3,429 Pounds
Production Total: *
2 Door Hatchback Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body B17
Base Price: $3,284 Shipping Weight: 3,534 Pounds
Production Total: *
* See 6 Cylinder Production. Combined 6 & 8 Cylinder Production.
Total Apollo Production: 59,709
Buick Century 350:
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body D29,
Base Price: $3,836; Shipping Weight: 3,890 Pounds
Production Total: 22,856
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body D37
Base Price: $3,790; Shipping Weight: 3,846 Pounds
Production Total: 33,166
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body F45
Base Price: $4,320; Shipping Weight: 4,305 Pounds
Production Total: (Included with 6 Passenger Wagon)
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body F35
Base Price: $4,205; Shipping Weight: 4,272 Pounds
Production Total: 4,860 (Includes 9 Passenger Wagon)
Total Century Production: 31,032.
Buick Luxus:
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body H29,
Base Price: $4,109; Shipping Weight: 3,910 Pounds
Production Total: 11,159
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body H57
Base Price: $4,089; Shipping Weight: 3,835 Pounds
Production Total: 44,930
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body K45
Base Price: $4,486; Shipping Weight: 4,345 Pounds
Production Total: (Included with 6 Passenger Wagon)
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body K35
Base Price: $4,371; Shipping Weight: 4,312 Pounds
Production Total: 6,791 (Includes 9 Passenger Wagon)
Total Luxus Production: 62,880.
Buick Regal:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body J57,
Base Price: $4,201; Shipping Weight: 3,900 Pounds
Production Total: 57,512
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body J29,
Base Price: $4,221; Shipping Weight: 3,930 Pounds
Production Total: 9,333
Total Regal Production: 66,845
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 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 270 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 165 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: 165 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Dual Exhaust
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: 260 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 195 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: 195 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 280 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 37 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 175 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: 175 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: 355 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 190 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: 190 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 370 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Dual Exhaust
Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 210 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: 210 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 355 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 230 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: 230 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 355 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 245 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: 245 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 360 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Stage I
Major Engine Specifications, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 255 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: 255 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 370 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Stage I
Engine Available by Model:
I-6, 250 Cu. In. Standard on Apollo 6
V-8, 350 Cu. In. Standard on Apollo 8 & Century
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: 16.5 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17.0 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: 17.3 Quarts
With Air Conditioning:
With 20" Fan Shroud: 17.6 Quarts
With 22" Fan Shroud: 17.2 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*
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, 455 Cu. In. Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19.4 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 19.9 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*
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:
Manual Transmission: TDC, on Pulley
Automatic Transmission: 4 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual Transmission: 950 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: 29-31 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing Mark & Location: 4 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
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: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
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: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 28 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 4 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40 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: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 28 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 # 1110499
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 Degrees @ 1,150 RPM
Full Advance: 10-1/2 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor # 1112520 H.E.I.
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,200 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 # 1112521 H.E.I.
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 400 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 # 1112541
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5-1/2 to 7-1/2 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor # 1112542
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,050 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6.5 to 8.5" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9.5 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor # 1112802 H.E.I.
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5-1/2 to 7-1/2 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6 to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor # 1112803 H.E.I.
Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 9 Degrees @ 1,050 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Maximum Advance:
Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6.5 to 8.5" Vacuum
Maximum Advance: 9.5 Degrees @ 13" 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
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
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 # 1108506
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 # 1108507
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 & All 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: 19-3/16 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"
Toe Out on Turns, Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Rochester Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Type: 2GC & 2GV
Part #: 7044141
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-9/32"
Pump Rod: 1-15/32"
Vacuum Break: .160"
Choke Rod: .080"
Choke Unloader: .180"
Part #: 7044142
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-9/32"
Pump Rod: 1-15/32"
Vacuum Break: .140"
Choke Rod: .080"
Choke Unloader: .180"
Part #: 7044144
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-9/32"
Pump Rod: 1-15/32"
Vacuum Break: .140"
Choke Rod: .080"
Choke Unloader: .180"
Part #: 7044442
Float Level: 15/32"
Float Drop: 1-9/32"
Pump Rod: 1-15/32"
Vacuum Break: .140"
Choke Rod: .080"
Choke Unloader: .180"
Part #: 7044444
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 #: 7044240
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 #: 7044241
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 #: 7044242
Float Level: 13/32"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner Hole
Pump Rod Adjustment: 1/4"
Choke Rod: .130"
Vacuum Break: .200"
Air Valve Dashpot: .030"
Choke Unloader: .325"
Air Valve Lockout: .015"
Secondary Metering Rods: 53/64"
Air Valve/Valve Spring Windup: 7/16"
Part #: 7044244
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"
Part #: 7044246
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 #: 7044540
Float Level: 15/32"
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 #: 7044544
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"
Part #: 7044546
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 #: 7044014
Float Level: 11/32"
Metering Rod: .080"
Choke Rod: .230"
Vacuum Brak: .275"
Unloader: .500"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
Part #: 7044017
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 1974 are listed including those for Full Sized Buick Models.
1974 Buick Paint Codes & Colors:
11 Arctic White
19 Regal Black
24 Medium Blue
26 Mediterranean Blue
29 Midnight Blue
36 Crystal Lake Blue
40 Mint Green
44 Ranch Green
46 Leaf Green
49 Forest Green
50 Sand Beige
51 Canary Yellow
53 Ginger
54 Gold Mist
55 Nugget Gold
59 Nutmeg
64 Silver Cloud
66 Cinnamon
69 Dark Brown
72 Ruby Red
74 Burgundy
75 Apple Red
79 Plum
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; Automatic Climate Control; Special Order Paint; Sunroof; Speed Alert; Cruise Control for Century; Wheel Covers; Wire Wheel Covers; Heavy Duty Alternator; Disc Brakes; Max-Trac Differential; Engine Options.
1974 Buick Historical Data:
1974 Buick Model Year Production for Buick Apollo, Century, Luxus, & Regal: 224,466.
Total Buick Production including all Buick models: 495,063.
The 18 Millionth Buick was produced in May 1974.
Promotional Model Cars Available:
None.
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