1969 CHEVROLET
CHEVELLE
General Specifications
Model Designations:
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
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase:
2 Door: 112 Inches - All Series
4 Door: 116 Inches - All Series
Wagon: 116 Inches
Overall Length:
Wagon: 208 Inches
4 Door: 201 Inches
2 Door: 197 Inches
Tire Size: 7.35 x 14 Inches
1969 Chevelle Engines:
6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 230 Cu. In., 140 HP
6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 155 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 307 Cu. In, 200 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 255 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 300 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 265 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 325 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 350 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 375 HP
See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.
Chevelle Models:
CHEVELLE 300 DELUXE, SERIES 133, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #13369; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,488; Shipping Weight: 3,100 Lbs.
Model #13337, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,521; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Lbs..
Model #13327, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,458; Shipping Weight: 3,035 Lbs..
Model #13135, 4 Door Nomad Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,668; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Lbs.
Model #13136, 4 Door Nomad Station Wagon, DeLuxe 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,710; Shipping Weight: N/A
Model #13335, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,779; Shipping Weight: 3,445 Lbs.
Model #13336, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, DeLuxe 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,821; Shipping Weight: N/A
CHEVELLE 300 DELUXE, SERIES 134, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #13469; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,577; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Lbs.
Model #13437, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,611; Shipping Weight: 3,205 Lbs..
Model #13427, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,548; Shipping Weight: 3,165 Lbs..
Model #13235, 4 Door Nomad Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,758; Shipping Weight: 3,515 Lbs.
Model #13236, 4 Door Nomad Station Wagon, DeLuxe 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,800; Shipping Weight: N/A
Model #13435, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,869; Shipping Weight: 3,585 Lbs.
Model #13436, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, DeLuxe 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,911; Shipping Weight: N/A
Model #13446, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, DeLuxe 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,024; Shipping Weight: 3,740 Lbs.
CHEVELLE MALIBU SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #13569; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,567; Shipping Weight: 3,130 Lbs.
Model #13539; 4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,672; Shipping Weight: 3,205 Lbs.
Model #13537; 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,601; Shipping Weight: 3,095 Lbs.
Model #13567, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,800; Shipping Weight: 3,175 Lbs..
CHEVELLE MALIBU, SERIES 136, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #13669; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,657; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Lbs.
Model #13639; 4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,762; Shipping Weight: 3,340 Lbs.
Model #13637; 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,690; Shipping Weight: 3,230 Lbs.
Model #13667, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,889; Shipping Weight: 3,300 Lbs..
Model #13635, 4 Door Estate Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,153; Shipping Weight: 3,680 Lbs.
Model #13646, 4 Door Estate Station Wagon, 9 Passenger
Base Price: $3,266; Shipping Weight: 3,730 Lbs.
1969 CHEVROLET
CHEVELLE
Tune Up Specifications - Chevelle - All Series:
6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., Standard Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R46N
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: TDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM; (With Air Conditioning Off)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI
6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R46N
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
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:
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning On)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In.:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R45S
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM; (With Air Conditioning Off)
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning Off)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In. 255 HP (Standard Transmission):
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM; (With Air Conditioning On)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In. 255 HP (Automatic Transmission):
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
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:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning Off)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In. 300 HP, With Standard Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM (With Air Conditioning On)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In. 300 HP, With Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
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:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive, (With Air Conditioning On)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In. 325 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44N
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
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: 800 RPM (With Air Conditioning Off)
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive, (With Air Conditioning Off)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In. 350 HP, Standard Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R43N
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 800 RPM (With Air Conditioning Off)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In. 350 HP, Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R43N
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
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:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive (With Air Conditioning Off)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In. 375 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R43N
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019"
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: 750 RPM (With Air Conditioning Off)
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Drive (With Air Conditioning Off)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI
Capacities-All Series :
With 6 Cylinder Engine, 230 & 250 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater Only: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 Gallons)
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3 Pints (Heavy Duty Unit: 3-1/2 Pints)
Automatic Transmission:
Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Refill
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater Only: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 Gallons)
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 3 Pints
Heavy Duty Transmission: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Refill
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 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: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 Gallons)
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 3 Pints
With Heavy Duty Transmission: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Refill
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In.,:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 22 Quarts
With Heater Only: 23 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 23 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 Gallons)
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 3 Pints
With Heavy Duty Transmission: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Refill
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Valve Specifications:
See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:
See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Engine Tightening:
See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Alternator & Regulator Specifications:
See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Distributor Specifications:
See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Starting Motor Specifications:
See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Carburetor Settings:
See 1969 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:
Disc Brake: 2-1/16"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear Drum: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
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 Front Drum Brakes, Power Front Disc Front Brakes, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, Rear Defogger, Push Button AM Radio, Push Button AM-FM Radio, Rear Antenna (except Station Wagons), AM-FM Stereo Radio, Cruise Control, Electric Clock, Power Tailgate Window for Station Wagons, Four Way Power Seat, Power Convertible Top, Power Windows, Sport Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Rear Defroster, Full Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Two-Tone Paint, Light Monitoring System, Positraction Axle, Various Engine & Transmission Options.
Paint Colors & Codes:
10 Tuxedo Black
40 Butternut Yellow
50 Dover White
51 Dusk Blue
52 Garnet Red
53 Glacier Blue
55 Azure Turquoise
57 Fathom Green
59 Frost Green
61 Burnished Brown
63 Champagne
65 Olympic Gold
67 Burgundy
69 Cortez Silver
71 Lemans Blue
72 Hugger Orange
76 Daytona Yellow
79 Rallye Green
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: Chevelle SS 396 2 Door Hardtop and Chevelle SS 396 Convertible
1969 Chevelle Historical Data:
1969 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 26, 1968.
Model Year Production: Approximately: 367,100 Chevelles.
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