1970 CHEVROLET

1970 CHEVROLET

CHEVELLE

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Chevelle Nomad Station Wagon, Series 131, 6 Cylinder

Chevelle Nomad Station Wagon, 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 Concours Estate Wagon, Series 138, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase:

2 Door: 112 Inches - All Series

4 Door: 116 Inches - All Series

Wagon: 116 Inches

Overall Length:

Wagon: 207 Inches

4 Door: 202 Inches

2 Door: 198 Inches

Tire Size: F78 x 14 Inches

1970 Chevelle Engines:

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., 250 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 300 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 402* Cu. In., 375 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 402* Cu. In., 350 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 400 Cu. In., 330 HP

* Marketed as 396 Cu. In.

See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Chevelle Models:

CHEVELLE NOMAD STATION WAGON, SERIES 131, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #13136, 4 Door Nomad Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,835; Shipping Weight: 3,615 Lbs.

CHEVELLE NOMAD STATION WAGON, SERIES 132, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #13236, 4 Door Nomad Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,925; Shipping Weight: 3,718 Lbs.

CHEVELLE, SERIES 133, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #13369; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,537; Shipping Weight: 3,196 Lbs.

Model #13337, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,572; Shipping Weight: 3,142 Lbs..

Model #13336, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,946; Shipping Weight: 3,644 Lbs.

CHEVELLE, SERIES 134, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #13469; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,627; Shipping Weight: 3,312 Lbs.

Model #13437, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,662; Shipping Weight: 3,260 Lbs..

Model #13436, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,100; Shipping Weight: 3,748 Lbs.

Model #13446, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,213; Shipping Weight: 3,794 Lbs.

CHEVELLE MALIBU SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #13569; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,685; Shipping Weight: 3,221 Lbs.

Model #13539; 4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,790; Shipping Weight: 3,392 Lbs.

Model #13537; 2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,719; Shipping Weight: 3,197 Lbs.

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

Base Price: $2,919; Shipping Weight: 3,243 Lbs..

Model #13536, 4 Door Concours Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,056; Shipping Weight: 3,687 Lbs.

CHEVELLE MALIBU, SERIES 136, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #13669; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,775; Shipping Weight: 3,330 Lbs.

Model #13639; 4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,881; Shipping Weight: 3,409 Lbs.

Model #13637; 2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,809; Shipping Weight: 3,307 Lbs.

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

Base Price: $3,009; Shipping Weight: 3,352 Lbs..

Model #13636, 4 Door Concours Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,210; Shipping Weight: 3,794 Lbs.

Model #13646, 4 Door Concours Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,323; Shipping Weight: 3,836 Lbs.

CHEVELLE CONCOURS ESTATE WAGON, SERIES 138, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #13846, 4 Door Concours Estate Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,455; Shipping Weight: 3,880 Lbs.

Model #13836, 4 Door Concours Estate Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,342; Shipping Weight: 3,821 Lbs.

1970 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 R46T

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: 750 RPM; (With Air Conditioning Off)

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46T

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: 600 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning On)

8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In., Standard Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43

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)

8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning Off)

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In. (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)

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 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)

8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In. 265 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: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM (With Air Conditioning On)

8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In. 265 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: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive, (With Air Conditioning On)

8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In. 330 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44T

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: 700 RPM (With Air Conditioning Off)

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive, (With Air Conditioning Off)

8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In. 350 HP, Standard Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43NT

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 Off)

8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In. 350 HP, Automatic Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43T

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)

8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In. 375 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43T

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: 700 RPM in Drive (With Air Conditioning Off)

8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In. 360 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43T

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 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)

8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In. 390 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43T

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 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)

8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In. 450 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43T

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: 700 RPM (With Air Conditioning Off)

Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Drive (With Air Conditioning Off)

Capacities-All Series :

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 11 Quarts

With Heater Only: 12 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

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:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 307 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: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 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:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 15 Quarts

With Heater Only: 16 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 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:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In.,:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 22 Quarts

With Heater Only: 23 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 24 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20

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:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In.,:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 21 Quarts

With Heater Only: 22 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: 20

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:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Rear Axle Specifications-All Series Chevelle:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

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: 2-15/16"

Front Drum: 1-1/8"

Rear Drum: 7/8"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"

Drum Brakes: 1"

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 Classic White

14 Cortez Silver

15 Laguna Gray

17 Shadow Gray

19 Texedo Black

25 Astro Blue

26 Mulsanne Blue

27 Bridgehampton Blue

28 Fathom Blue

34 Misty GTurquoise

43 Citrus Green

44 Donnybrook Green

48 Forest Green

50 Gobi Beige

51 Daytona Yellow

52 Sunflower Yellow

53 Camaro Gold

55 Champagne Gold

58 Autumn Gold

62 Corvette Bronze

63 Desert Sand

65 Hugger Orange

67 Classic Copper

72 Monza Red

75 Cranberry Red

77 Marlboro Maroon

78 Black Cherry

Promotional Model Cars Available:

Plastic: Chevelle SS 454 2 Door Hardtop and Chevelle SS 454 Convertible

1970 Chevelle Historical Data:

1970 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 18, 1969.

Model Year Production: Approximately: 354,839 Chevelles.