1966 CHEVROLET

CHEVELLE

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Chevelle 300, Series 131, 6 Cylinder

Chevelle 300, Series 132, 8 Cylinder

Chevelle 300 DeLuxe, Series 133, 6 Cylinder

Chevelle 300 DeLuxe, Series 134, 8 Cylinder

Chevelle Malibu, Series 135, 6 Cylinder

Chevelle Malibu, Series 136, 8 Cylinder

Chevelle Super Sport, Series 138, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase: 115 Inches - All Series

Overall Length, All Except Station Wagon: 197.0"; Station Wagons: 197.6"

Tire Size:

Chevelle: 6.95 x 14 Inches or 7.35 x 14 Inches

SS 396: 7.75 x 14 Inches

1966 Chevelle Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 194 Cu. In., 120 HP

6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 230 Cu. In., 140 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 283 Cu. In, 195 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 283 Cu. In., 220 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 327 Cu. In., 275 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 327 Cu. In., 350 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 360 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 375 HP

Chevelle Models:

CHEVELLE 300, SERIES 111, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #13169; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,202; Shipping Weight: 2,935 Lbs.

Model #13111, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,165; Shipping Weight: 2,895 Lbs..

CHEVELLE 300 SERIES 112, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #13269; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,308; Shipping Weight: 3,080 Lbs.

Model #13211, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,271; Shipping Weight: 3,040 Lbs..

CHEVELLE 300 DELUXE, SERIES 133, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #13369; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,276; Shipping Weight: 2,945 Lbs.

Model #13311, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,239; Shipping Weight: 2,910 Lbs..

Model #13335, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,575; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Lbs.

CHEVELLE 300 DELUXE, SERIES 134, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #13469; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,382; Shipping Weight: 3,095 Lbs.

Model #13411, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,345; Shipping Weight: 3,060 Lbs..

Model #13435, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,681; Shipping Weight: 3,350 Lbs.

CHEVELLE MALIBU SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #13569; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,352; Shipping Weight: 2,960 Lbs.

Model #13569, 4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,458; Shipping Weight: 3,035 Lbs..

Model #13517, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,378; Shipping Weight: 2,935 Lbs..

Model #13567, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,588; Shipping Weight: 3,030 Lbs..

Model #13535, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,651; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Lbs.

CHEVELLE MALIBU, SERIES 136, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #13669; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,458; Shipping Weight: 3,110 Lbs.

Model #13669, 4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,568; Shipping Weight: 3,180 Lbs..

Model #13617, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,484; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Lbs..

Model #13667, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,693; Shipping Weight: 3,175 Lbs..

Model #13635, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,756; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Lbs.

CHEVELLE SUPER SPORT, SERIES 138, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #13617, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,776; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Lbs..

Model #13667, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,984; Shipping Weight: 3,470 Lbs..

1966 CHEVROLET

CHEVELLE

Tune Up Specifications - Chevelle - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 194 Cu. In.:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC 46N

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019" (New Points)

.016" (Used Points)

Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

With Manual Transmission & A.I.R. System: 3 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM; With A.I.R. System: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; With A.I.R. System: 600 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI

6 Cylinder Engine, 230 Cu. In.:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC 46N

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019" (New Points)

.016" (Used Points)

Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM; With A.I.R. System: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; With A.I.R. System: 600 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In.:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC 45

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019" (New Points)

.016" (Used Points)

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM; With A.I.R. System: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; With A.I.R. System: 600 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC 44

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019" (New Points)

.016" (Used Points)

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

With A.I.R. System & Automatic Transmission: 2 Degrees ATDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM; With A.I.R. System: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; With A.I.R. System: 600 RpM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In. 325 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC 43N

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019" (New Points)

.016" (Used Points)

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/2 to 7-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In. 360 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC 43N

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019" (New Points)

.016" (Used Points)

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; With A.I.R. System: 550 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/2 to 7-1/2 PSI

Capacities-All Series :

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 194 Cu. In.

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 11 Quarts

With Heater Only: 12 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 12 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 230 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 11 Quarts

With Heater Only: 12 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 12 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 15 Quarts

With Heater Only: 16 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 2 Pints

Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater Only: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 2 Pints

Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In.,:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 22 Quarts

With Heater Only: 23 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 2 Pints

Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change (Powerglide)

2 Quarts with Normal Change (Turbo Hydra-Matic)

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1966 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1966 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1966 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1966 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1966 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1966 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1966 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Rear Axle Specifications-All Series Chevelle:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Check with dial gauge

Adnustment: .005"-.008"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 20-25 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 5-10 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment:

New Bearings: .010"

Used Bearings: .010"

Brake Specifications, Chevelle:

Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2 inches

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1" (With Metallic Linings, 7/8")

Power Brakes: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Chevelle, Except Super Sport:

Caster: -1 Degrees

Camber: +1/2 Degree

Toe In; 1/8 to 1/4 inches;

Toe Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.4 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Chevelle Super Sport:

Caster: -1/2 Degrees

Camber: +1/2 Degree

Toe In; 1/8 to 1/4 inches;

Toe Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.4 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Popular Options:

Power Brakes, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, Rear Defogger, Heater & Defroster Delete, Manual Radio, Push Button Radio, Push Button Radio with Rear Speaker (except Convertible), AM-FM Radio, Rear Antenna (except Station Wagons), Front Bumper Guards, Rear Bumper Guards (except Station Wagons), Tinted Glass, Instrument Panel Safety Pad, Luggage Rack for Station Wagons, Power Tailgate Window for Station Wagons, Divided Second Rear Seat for Station Wagons, Four Way Power Seat, Power Convertible Top, Power Windows, Sport Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Full Wheel Covers, Head Rest, Tri-Volume Horn, Wire Wheel Covers, Two-Tone Paint, Various Engine & Transmission Options.

Paint Colors & Codes:

AA Tuxedo Black

CC Ermine White

DD Mist Blue Poly

EE Danube Blue Poly

FF Marine Blue Poly

HH Willow Green Poly

KK Artesian Turquoise Poly

LL Tropic Turquoise Poly

MM Aztec Bronze Poly

NN Madeira Maroon Poly

PP Evening Orchid Poly

RR Regal Red

SS Sandalwood Tan Poly

VV Cameo Beige

WW Chatau Gray Poly

YY Lemonwood Yellow

Promotional Model Cars Available:

Plastic: Malibu SS 2 Door Hardtop, Malibu Station Wagon, El-Camino Pickup

1966 Chevelle Historical Data:

1966 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date is not available.

Model Year Production: 307,800 Chevelles.

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