1972 CHEVROLET

1972 CHEVROLET

CHEVELLE

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Chevelle Nomad Station Wagon, Series B, 6 Cylinder

Chevelle Nomad Station Wagon, Series B, 8 Cylinder

Chevelle, Series C, 6 Cylinder

Chevelle, Series C, 8 Cylinder

Chevelle Malibu, Series D, 6 Cylinder

Chevelle Malibu, Series D, 8 Cylinder

Chevelle Concours Estate Wagon, Series H, 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:

Passenger Cars: E78 x 14 Inches

Station Wagons: G78 x 14 Inches

1972 Chevelle Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 110 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 307 Cu. In, 130 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 165 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 175 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 402* Cu. In., 240 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 454 Cu. In., 270 HP

* Marketed as 396 Cu. In.

See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Chevelle Models:

CHEVELLE NOMAD STATION WAGON, SERIES B, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1B36, 4 Door Nomad Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,926; Shipping Weight: 3,605 Lbs.

Production Total: 2,956

CHEVELLE NOMAD STATION WAGON, SERIES B, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1B36, 4 Door Nomad Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,016; Shipping Weight: 3,732 Lbs.

Production Total: 7,768

CHEVELLE, SERIES C, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1C69; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,636; Shipping Weight: 3,204 Lbs.

Production Total: 6,764

Model #13337, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,669; Shipping Weight: 3,172 Lbs.

Production Total: 6,993

CHEVELLE, SERIES C, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1C69; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,726; Shipping Weight: 3,332 Lbs.

Production Total: 12,881

Model #1C37, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,759; Shipping Weight: 3,300 Lbs.

Production Total: 22,714

Model #1C36, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,140; Shipping Weight: 3,814 Lbs.

Production Total: 6,975

Model #1C46, 4 Door Greenbriar Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,247; Shipping Weight: 3,870 Lbs.

Production Total: 2,370

CHEVELLE MALIBU SERIES D, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1D69; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,801; Shipping Weight: 3,240 Lbs.

Production Total: 3,562

Model #1D37; 2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,991; Shipping Weight: 3,438 Lbs.

Production Total: 4,790

CHEVELLE MALIBU, SERIES D, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1D69; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,891; Shipping Weight: 3,371 Lbs.

Production Total: 45,013

Model #1D37; 2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,923; Shipping Weight: 3,327 Lbs.

Production Total: 207,598

Model #1D39; 4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,991; Shipping Weight: 3,438 Lbs.

Production Total: 24,192

Model #1D67, 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,187; Shipping Weight: 3,379 Lbs.

Production Total: 4,853

Model #1D36, 4 Door Concours Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,244; Shipping Weight: 3,857 Lbs.

Production Total: 17,968

Model #1D46, 4 Door Concours Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,351; Shipping Weight: 3,909 Lbs.

Production Total: 6,560

CHEVELLE CONCOURS ESTATE WAGON, SERIES H, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1H46, 4 Door Concours Estate Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,588; Shipping Weight: 3,943 Lbs.

Production Total: 4,407

Model #1H36, 4 Door Concours Estate Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,431; Shipping Weight: 3,887 Lbs.

Production Total: 5,331

1972 CHEVROLET

CHEVELLE

Tune Up Specifications - Chevelle - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

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:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive

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

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44T

Gap .035"

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 900 RPM

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

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44T

Gap .035"

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 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

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 165 H.P.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44T

Gap .035"

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 900 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 175 H.P., Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44T

Gap .035"

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 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 in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 175 H.P., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44T

Gap .035"

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 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

8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44T

Gap .035"

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 750 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44T

Gap .035"

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 750 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

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: 12 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons

Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three 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: 4-1/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 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:

Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons

Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three 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: 4-1/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 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:

Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons

Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 3 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: 4-1/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 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:

Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons

Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 3 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: 4-1/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 454 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:

Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons

Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

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: 4-1/4 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Rear Axle Specifications-All Series Chevelle:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .005"-.008"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 25 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 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:

Caster: -1 Degrees

Camber: +3/4 Degree

Toe In; 1/16 to 5/16 inches;

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, SS Package, Two-Tone Paint, Light Monitoring System, Positraction Axle, Various Engine & Transmission Options.

Paint Colors & Codes:

10 Antique White

14 Nevada Silver

16 Pewter Silver

18 Dusk Gray

19 Texedo Black

24 Ascot Blue

25 Mediterranean Blue

26 Mulsanne Blue

28 Fathom Blue

36 Spring Green

43 Gulf Green

46 Oasis Green

48 Sequoia Green

50 Covert Tan

53 Placer Gold

54 Desert Gold

56 Cream Yellow

57 Golden Brown

58 Turin Tan

62 Driftwood

63 Mohave Gold

65 Orange Flame

68 Midnight Bronze

69 Aegean Brown

924 Pewter Silver

Promotional Model Cars Available:

Plastic: Chevelle SS 454 2 Door Hardtop

1972 Chevelle Historical Data:

1972 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 23, 1971.

Model Year Production: Approximately: 393,695 Chevelles.