1975 CHEVROLET

CHEVELLE

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Chevelle Malibu, Series C, 6 & 8Cylinder

Chevelle Malibu Classic, Series D, 6 & 8Cylinder

Chevelle Malibu Classic Estate Wagon, Series G, 8 Cylinder

Chevelle Laguna Type S-3, Series E, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase:

2 Door: 112 Inches - All Series

4 Door: 116 Inches - All Series

Wagon: 116 Inches

Overall Length:

Wagon: 216 Inches

4 Door: 211 Inches

2 Door: 207 Inches

Tire Size:

Passenger Cars: FR78 x 15"

Station Wagons: HR78 x 15"

Laguna Type S-3 Coupe: GR70 x 15"

1975 Chevelle Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 105 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 145 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 155 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 400 Cu. In., 175 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 454 Cu. In., 235 HP

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Chevelle Models:

CHEVELLE MALIBU, SERIES C, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1C29, 4 Door Colonnade Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,402; Shipping Weight: 3,713 Lbs.

Production Total: 12,873

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

Base Price: $3,407; Shipping Weight: 3,642 Lbs.

Production Total: 13,292

CHEVELLE MALIBU, SERIES C, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1C29, 4 Door Colonnade Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,652; Shipping Weight: 3,833 Lbs.

Production Total: 24,989

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

Base Price: $3,657; Shipping Weight: 3,762 Lbs.

Production Total: 23,708

Model #1C35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,318; Shipping Weight: 4,207 Lbs.

Production Total: 11,600

Model #1C35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 8 Passenger

Base Price: $4,463; Shipping Weight: 4,237 Lbs.

Production Total: 2,377

CHEVELLE MALIBU CLASSIC, SERIES D, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1D29; 4 Door Colonnade Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,695; Shipping Weight: 3,713 Lbs.

Production Total: 1

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

Base Price: $3,698; Shipping Weight: 3,681 Lbs.

Production Total: 4,330

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

Base Price: $3,930; Shipping Weight: Not Available.

Production Total: 378

CHEVELLE MALIBU CLASSIC, SERIES D, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1D29; 4 Door Colonnade Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,945; Shipping Weight: 3,898 Lbs.

Production Total: 51,070

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

Base Price: $3,948; Shipping Weight: 3,801 Lbs.

Production Total: 76,607

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

Base Price: $4,180; Shipping Weight: Not Available.

Production Total: 22,691

Model #1D35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $4,701; Shipping Weight: 4,305 Lbs.

Production Total: 6,394

Model #1D35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,556 Shipping Weight: 4,275 Lbs.

Production Total: 15,974

CHEVELLE MALIBU ESTATE WAGON, SERIES G, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1G35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $4,893; Shipping Weight: 4,331 Lbs.

Production Total: 4,600

Model #1G35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $4,748; Shipping Weight: 4,316 Lbs.

Production Total: 4,637

CHEVELLE LAGUNA TYPE S-3, SERIES E, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1E37; 2 Door Colonnade Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,113; Shipping Weight: 3,908 Lbs.

Production Total: 6,714

1975 CHEVELLE

Tune Up Specifications - Chevelle - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TX

Gap .060

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 850 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., with Integral Intake Manifold & California:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 850 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM, in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 145 H.P.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 800 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 155 H.P., Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 800 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 155 H.P., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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, 400 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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, 454 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 16 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

Capacities-All Series :

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 12-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 12-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

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 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: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle:

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

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

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: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Automatic Transmission:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

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 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: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Automatic Transmission:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Capacity:

THM 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

THM 400: 11 Quarts

Hydramatic 400: 3-3/4 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 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1975 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: 15-30 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"

Rear Drum: 7/8"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1-1/8"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Chevelle, Manual Steering:

Caster: +1 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1Degree

Right: + 1/2 Degree

Toe In; 0 to 1/8 inches;

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Chevelle, Power Steering:

Caster: +2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1Degree

Right: + 1/2 Degree

Toe In; 0 to 1/8 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, AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Deck, Cruise Control, Electric Clock, Power Tailgate Window for Station Wagons, Four Way Power Seat, Power Windows, Sport Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Rear Defroster, Full Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Rally Wheels, Vinyl Top, Two-Tone Paint, Positraction Axle, Various Engine & Transmission Options.

Paint Colors & Codes:

11 Antique White

13 Cosworth Silver

15 Light Gray

16 Medium Gray

19 Texedo Black

21 Silver Blue

24 Medium Blue

26 Bright Blue

29 Midnight Blue

44 Medium Green

49 Dark Green

50 Cream Beige

51 Bright Yellow

55 Sandstone

58 Dark Sandstone

59 Dark Brown

63 Light Saddle

64 Medium Orange

72 Medium Red

74 Dark Red

75 Light Red

80 Orange

Promotional Model Cars Available:

None

1975 Chevelle Historical Data:

1975 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was in September 1974.

Model Year Production: 247,281 Chevelles.

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