1962 CHEVROLET

1962 CHEVROLET

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Biscayne, Series 1100, 6 Cylinder or Series 1200, 8 Cylinder

Bel Air, Series 1500, 6 Cylinder or Series 1600, 8 Cylinder

Impala, Series 1700, 6 Cylinder or Series 1800, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase: 119 Inches - All Series

Overall Length, All Series: 209.5"

Tire Size:

Biscayne: 7.00 x 14 Inches

Station Wagons: 8.00 x 14 Inches

All Others: 7.50 x 14 Inches

1962 Chevrolet Engines:

6 Cylinder Engine, 235 Cu. In. 1 Barrel Carburetor, 135 HP:

Bore & Stroke: 3.562" X 3.94"

Engine Displacement: 235 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 30.40

Horsepower: 135 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 217 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.

8 Cylinder Engine-283 Cu. In. 2 Barrel Carburetor, 170 HP:

Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 283 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.5:1

Taxable Horsepower: 48.0

Horsepower: 170 @ 4,200 RPM

Torque: 275 Ft. Lbs @ 2,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.

8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In. 4 Barrel Carburetor, 250 HP:

Bore & Stroke: 4.001" X 3.25"

Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.5:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.23

Horsepower: 250 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 350 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.

8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In. 4 Barrel Carburetor, 300 HP:

Bore & Stroke: 4.001" X 3.25"

Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.5:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.23

Horsepower: 300 @ 5,000 RPM

Torque: 360 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.

8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In. 4 Barrel Carburetor, 340 HP:

Bore & Stroke: 4.001" X 3.25"

Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 11.25:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.23

Horsepower: 340 @ 6,000 RPM

Torque: 344 Ft. Lbs @ 4,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.

8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In. Fuel Injected, 360 HP:

Bore & Stroke: 4.001" X 3.25"

Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.5:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.23

Horsepower: 360 @ 6,000 RPM

Torque: 352 Ft. Lbs @ 4,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.

8 Cylinder Engine-409 Cu. In, 4 Barrel Carburetor, 380 HP:

Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 409 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 11.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 59.5

Horsepower: 380 @ 5,800 RPM

Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50 Lbs/Sq. In.

8 Cylinder Engine-409 Cu. In, 2 - 4 Barrel Carburetors, 380 HP:

Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 409 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 11.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 59.5

Horsepower: 409 @ 6,000 RPM

Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs @ 4,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50 Lbs/Sq. In.

BISCAYNE SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1169; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,378; Shipping Weight: 3,480 Lbs.

Model #1111, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,324; Shipping Weight: 3,405 Lbs..

Station Wagon Model #1135, 4 Door, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,725; Shipping Weight: 3,845 Lbs

BISCAYNE SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1269; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,485; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Lbs.

Model #1211, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,431; Shipping Weight: 3,400 Lbs..

Station Wagon Model #1235, 4 Door, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,832; Shipping Weight: 3,840 Lbs.

BEL AIR SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1569, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,510; Shipping Weight: 3,480 Lbs.

Model #1511, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,456 Shipping Weight: 3,410 Lbs.

Model #1537, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,561; Shipping Weight: 3,445 Pounds

Model #1535, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,819 Shipping Weight: 3,845 Lbs.

Model #1545, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,922; Shipping Weight: 3,895 Lbs.

BEL AIR SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1669, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,617; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Lbs.

Model #1611, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,563 Shipping Weight: 3,405 Lbs.

Model #1637, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $2,668; Shipping Weight: 3,440 Pounds

Model #1635, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,926 Shipping Weight: 3,840 Lbs.

Model #1645, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,029; Shipping Weight: 3,890 Lbs.

IMPALA SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1769, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,662; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Lbs.

Model #1739, 4 Door Hardtop Sport Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,734; Shipping Weight: 3,540 Lbs.

Model #1747, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $2,669; Shipping Weight: 3,455 Lbs.

Model #1767, Impala 2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $2,919; Shipping Weight: 3,565 Lbs.

Model #1735, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,961; Shipping Weight: 3,870 Lbs.

Model #1745, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,064; Shipping Weight: 3,935 Lbs.

IMPALA SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1869, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,769; Shipping Weight: 3,505 Lbs.

Model #1839, 4 Door Hardtop Sport Sedan, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $2,841; Shipping Weight: 3,535 Lbs.

Model #1847, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $2,776; Shipping Weight: 3,450 Lbs.

Model #1867, Impala 2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger

Base Price: $3,026; Shipping Weight: 3,560 Lbs.

Model #1835, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger

Base Price: $3,068; Shipping Weight: 3,865 Lbs.

Model #1845, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger

Base Price: $3,171; Shipping Weight: 3,930 Lbs.

All Engines and Transmissions were available in all series.

Production Note: No production total breakdown per series, model or engine.

1962 Chevrolet Production by body type:

4 Door Sedan: 533,349

2 Door Sedan: 127,870

4 Door Station Wagon: 187,566

2 Door Hardtop: 177,969

4 Door Hardtop: 176,077

Convertible: 75,719

1962 CHEVROLET

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC 46 Gap .035

Point Gap: .019" (New Points)

.016" (Used Points)

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-35 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: Steel Ball

Location: Flywheel

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 Lbs.

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 46

Gap: .035"

Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine misfires, then turn screw 1/2 turn in opposite direction.

Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Lbs.

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: New Points: .018"

Used Points: .015"

Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 185 Lbs.

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In. with Special Cam:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type: AC 44N Gap: .035"

Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine misfires, then turn screw 1/2 turn in opposite direction.

Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 475 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 185 Lbs.

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 409 Cu. In.:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type: AC 43N

Gap: .035"

Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine misfires, then turn screw 1/2 turn in opposite direction.

Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC

Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Manual Transmission: 675 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 200 Lbs.

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

Valve Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Valve Lash: 1 Turns

Valve Seat Angle:

Intake: Seat, 31 Degrees; Face, 30 Degrees

Exhaust: Seat, 46 Degrees; Face, 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-55/64"

Valve Spring Pressure: 163 Lbs @ 1-17/32"

Valve Stem Clearance

Intake: .001-.0027"

Exhaust: .0016-.0033"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3410"-.3417"

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

8 Cylinder Engine-283 Cu. In:

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 46 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 160 Lbs @ 1-23/64"

Valve Stem Clearance

Intake: .001-.0027"

Exhaust: .0016-.0033"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3414" at top to.3404" at bottom

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In. 250 HP:

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 46 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 165 Lbs @ 1-5/16"

Valve Stem Clearance

Intake: .001-.0027"

Exhaust: .0016-.0033"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3414" at top to.3404" at bottom

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In. 300 HP:

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 46 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 165 Lbs @ 1-5/16"

Valve Stem Clearance

Intake: .001-.0027"

Exhaust: .0016-.0033"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3414" at top to.3404" at bottom

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In. 340 HP:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .008" Hot

Exhaust: .018" Hot

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 46 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 164 Lbs @ 1-19/64"

Valve Stem Clearance

Intake: .001-.0027"

Exhaust: .0016-.0033"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3414" at top to.3404" at bottom

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In. 360 HP:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .008" Hot

Exhaust: .018" Hot

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 46 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 164 Lbs @ 1-19/64"

Valve Stem Clearance

Intake: .001-.0027"

Exhaust: .0016-.0033"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3414" at top to.3404" at bottom

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

8 Cylinder Engine-409 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .008" Hot

Exhaust: .018" Hot

Valve Seat Angle:

Seat: 46 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 280 Lbs @ 1-19/64"

Valve Stem Clearance

Intake: .001-.003"

Exhaust: .0025-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3715"-.3722"

Exhaust: .3710"-.3717"

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

6 Cylinder Engine

Piston Clearance: .0006"-.0010"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010

Oil Ring: .015

Wrist Pin Diameter: .866"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.311"-2.312"

Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter:

#1: 2.5856"; #2: 2.7176"; #3: 2.7478"; #4: 2.7778"

Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum

Thrust on Bearing #: 3

Shaft End Play: .003"-.009"

8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In.

Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0011"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010

Oil Ring: .015

Wrist Pin Diameter: .927"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 1.999"-2.000"

Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2978"-2.2988"

Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum

Thrust on Bearing #: Rear

Shaft End Play: .003"-.011"

8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.

Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0011"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .013 Oil Ring: .015

Wrist Pin Diameter: .927"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 1.999"-2.000"

Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter:

Front: 2.2987"-2.2997"

Rear: 2.2978"-2.2988"

Others: 2.2983"-2.2993"

Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum

Thrust on Bearing #: Rear

Shaft End Play: .003"-.0011"

8 Cylinder Engine, 409 Cu. In.

Piston Clearance: .0031"-.0035"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .015 Oil Ring: .015

Wrist Pin Diameter: .989"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.199"-2.200"

Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.498"-2.499"

Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum

Thrust on Bearing #: Rear

Shaft End Play: .004"-.0012"

Engine Tightening:

6 Cylinder:

Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 90 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold:

End Clamp Bolts: 20 Ft. Lbs

Center Clamp Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Cover: 25 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40 Ft. Lbs

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper: Pressed on.

8 Cylinder, 283 Cu. In:

Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 20 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Cover: 55 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper: Pressed on.

8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In:

Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 20 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Cover: 55 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper: 60 Ft. Lbs

8 Cylinder, 409 Cu. In:

Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold:

End Clamp Bolts: 20 Ft. Lbs

Center Clamp Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Cover: 25 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40 Ft. Lbs

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper: Pressed on.

Capacities-All Series :

With 6 Cylinder Engine

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 17 Quarts

With Heater: 18 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 170 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons; Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed without Overdrive: 2 Pints

Three Speed with Overdrive: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 3-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 17-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 18-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 170 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons; Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed without Overdrive: 2 Pints

Three Speed with Overdrive: 3 Pints

Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 3-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 17-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 18-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 170 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons; Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Engine Oil Filter Cartridge: AC PF141

Manual Transmission: Three Speed with steering column shift: 2 Pints

Three Speed with floor shift: 2-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 3-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 409 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 17-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 18-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 170 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons; Station Wagons: 19 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed with steering column shift: 2 Pints

Three Speed with floor shift: 2-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

Generator & Regulator Specifications:

6 Cylinder:

Generator #1102096

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes

Regulator #1119001

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.6 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .020

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075 Inches

6 Cylinder with Air Conditioning:

Generator #1102174

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 35 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes

Regulator #1119002

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.6 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .020

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075 Inches

8 Cylinder:

Generator #1102097

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes

Regulator #11190021

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.6 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .020

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075 Inches

8 Cylinder with Air Conditioning:

Generator #1102268

Rotation: Clockwise

Ground Polarity: Negative

Rated Capacity: 35 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes

Regulator #1119235

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.6 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .020

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075 Inches

Distributor Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Distributor #1112403

Cam Rotation: Clockwise

Point Opening:

New Points: .019"

Used Points: .016"

Cam Angle Degrees: 28-35

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 375 RPM

Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 1,750 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5 Inches

Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 7 Degrees @ 10 Inches Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 283 cu. in:

Distributor #1110947

Cam Rotation: Clockwise

Point Opening: Turn adjusting screw to the right until the engine misfires then back off 1/2 turn.

Cam Angle Degrees: 30

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 375 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 1,875 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8 Inches

Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 7 Degrees @ 16 Inches Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 327 cu. in:

Distributor #1110987 & 1110994

Cam Rotation: Clockwise

Point Opening: Turn adjusting screw to the right until the engine misfires then back off 1/2 turn.

Cam Angle Degrees: 30

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

8 Cylinder, 409 Cu. In. Engine:

Distributor #1110919

Cam Rotation: Clockwise

Point Opening: .014" to .018", each set of points]

Cam Angle Degrees: 28 to 30 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: None

Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: None

Starting Motor Specifications:

6 Cylinder:

Starter #1107888

Clockwise Rotation

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

Free Speed Test:

49 Amperes

10.6 Volts @ 6,200 RPM

Resistance Test:

270-310 Amperes

4.25 Volts

8 Cylinder, 283 Engine:

Starter #1107889

Clockwise Rotation

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

Free Speed Test:

49 Amperes

10.6 Volts @ 6,200 RPM

Resistance Test:

270-310 Amperes

4.25 Volts

8 Cylinder 327 & 409 Cu. In. Engines:

Starter #1107233

Clockwise Rotation

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

Free Speed Test:

65 Amperes

10.6 Volts @ 3,600 RPM

Resistance Test:

300-360 Amperes

3.5 Volts

Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications-All Series:

Carrier Type: Removable

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Nut

Adjust: Tighten right nut 2 to 3 notches tight to locking position

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Rock ring gear back & forth with box wrench on ring gear bolt.

Adnustment: .005"-.008"

Ring Gear Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment: 15-25 inch pounds (New Bearings)

5-15 inch pounds (Used Bearings)

Use wrench on pinion shaft nut

Brake Drum Diameter: 11 inches

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-3/16"

Rear: 1"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

Caster: 0 Degrees

Camber: +1/2 Degree

Toe In; 1/16 to 3/16 inches;

Toe Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Rochester Carburetor Data, 6 Cylinder:

Rochester Type BC:

Carburetor #: 7020000, 7020005, 7020106, 7020105, 7020108, & 7020107

Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns

Float Level: 1-9/32"

Float Drop: 1-3/4"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Rochester Type BC:

Carburetor #: 7020003

Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns

Float Level: 1-9/32"

Float Drop: 1-3/4"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean

Rochester Carburetor Data, 8 Cylinder:

Rochester Type 2GC:

Carburetor #: 7019007, 7029007, 7019008, & 7019018

Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns

Float Level: 1-11/32"

Float Drop: 1-29/32"

Idle Vent: 1

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Rochester Type 4GC:

Carburetor #: 7020006, 7020012, 7020022

Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns

Float Level:

Primary: 1-17/32"

Secondary: 1-19/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 2-1/4"

Secondary: 2-1/4"

Idle Vent: 31/32

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carter Carburetor Data:

Carter Type WCFB:

Carburetor #: 3190S & 3191S

Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/2 to 2 Turns

Fast Idle Speed: 1700 RPM

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 7/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 3/4"

Secondary: 3/4"

Unloader: 1/4"

Choke Setting: Index

Carter Type AFB:

Carburetor #: 3269S & 3310S

Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/4 to 1-1/2 Turns

Fast Idle Speed: 1,700 RPM

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 7/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 23/32"

Secondary: 23/32"

Pump Travel Setting: 33/64"

Unloader: 1/4"

Choke Setting: 1 Rich

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1962 Chevrolet Historical Data:

1962 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction was on September 29, 1961.

Model Year Production: 1,424,400 full sized Chevrolets.

921,900 Full Sized Chevrolets had V-8 Engines.