1963 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: 210.4"
Tire Size:
Convertibles: 7.50 x 14 Inches
Station Wagons: 8.00 x 14 Inches
All Others: 7.00 x 14 Inches
1963 Chevrolet Engines:
6 Cylinder Engine, 230 Cu. In. 1 Barrel Carburetor, 140 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.25"
Engine Displacement: 230 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 36.03
Horsepower: 140 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 220 Ft. Lbs. @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.
8 Cylinder Engine-283 Cu. In. 2 Barrel Carburetor, 195 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.00"
Engine Displacement: 283 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.25:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.0
Horsepower: 195 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 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. Fuel Injected, 360 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 4.001" X 3.25"
Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.25:1
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, 340 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.50"
Engine Displacement: 409 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.5
Horsepower: 340 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50 Lbs/Sq. In.
8 Cylinder Engine-409 Cu. In, 4 Barrel Carburetor, 400 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.50"
Engine Displacement: 409 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.5
Horsepower: 400 @ 5,800 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft. Lbs @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50 Lbs/Sq. In.
8 Cylinder Engine-409 Cu. In, 2 - 4 Barrel Carburetors, 425 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 4.3125" X 3.50"
Engine Displacement: 409 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.5
Horsepower: 425 @ 6,000 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft. Lbs @ 4,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50 Lbs/Sq. In.
BISCAYNE SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #1169; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,376; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Lbs.
Model #1111, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,322; Shipping Weight: 3,205 Lbs..
Model #1135, 4 Door Station Wagon , 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,723; Shipping Weight: 3,685 Lbs
BISCAYNE SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #1269; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,483; Shipping Weight: 3,415 Lbs.
Model #1211, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,429; Shipping Weight: 3,340 Lbs..
Station Wagon Model #1235, 4 Door, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,830; Shipping Weight: 3,810 Lbs.
BEL AIR SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #1569, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,508; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Lbs.
Model #1511, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,454; Shipping Weight: 3,215 Lbs.
Model #1535, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,818 Shipping Weight: 3,685 Lbs.
Model #1545, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,921; Shipping Weight: 3,720 Lbs.
BEL AIR SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #1669, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,615; Shipping Weight: 3,415 Lbs.
Model #1611, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,561; Shipping Weight: 3,345 Lbs.
Model #1635, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,925 Shipping Weight: 3,810 Lbs.
Model #1645, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,028; Shipping Weight: 3,850 Lbs.
IMPALA SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #1769, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,662; Shipping Weight: 3,310 Lbs.
Model #1739, 4 Door Hardtop Sport Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,732; Shipping Weight: 3,350 Lbs.
Model #1747, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $2,667; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Lbs.
Model #1767, Impala 2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $2,917; Shipping Weight: 3,400 Lbs.
Model #1735, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,960; Shipping Weight: 3,705 Lbs.
Model #1745, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger
Base Price: $3,063; Shipping Weight: 3,745 Lbs.
IMPALA SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #1869, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,768; Shipping Weight: 3,345 Lbs.
Model #1839, 4 Door Hardtop Sport Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,839; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Lbs.
Model #1847, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $2,774; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Lbs.
Model #1867, Impala 2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $3,024; Shipping Weight: 3,870 Lbs.
Model #1835, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,067; Shipping Weight: 3,835 Lbs.
Model #1845, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger
Base Price: $3,170; Shipping Weight: 3,870 Lbs.
Production Note: No production total breakdown per series, model or engine.
1963 Chevrolet Production by body type:
4 Door Sedan: 561,511
2 Door Sedan: 135,636
4 Door Station Wagon: 198,542
2 Door Hardtop: 399,224
4 Door Hardtop: 198,158
Convertible: 82,859
1963 CHEVROLET
Tune Up Specifications - All Series:
6 Cylinder Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC 46N
Gap: .035"
Dwell 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: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 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 45
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: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 450 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In., 250 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC 44
Gap: .035"
Point Gap: New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
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: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 450 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In., 300 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC 44 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: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 450 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 409 Cu. In., 340 HP:
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: 6 Degrees BTDC
Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual 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, 409 Cu. In., 400 HP:
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: 750 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/4 to 8-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 409 Cu. In., 425 HP:
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: 750 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/4 to 8-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine:
Valve Lash: 1 Turns
Valve Seat Angle:
Seat: 46 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 170 Lbs @ 1.33"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404"-.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: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 175 Lbs @ 1.26"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0033"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404"-.3417"
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: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 175 Lbs @ 1.26"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404" - .3417"
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: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 175 Lbs @ 1.26"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404" - .3417"
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., 400 HP:
Valve Lash:
Early Production Engines:
Intake: .012" Hot
Exhaust: .020" Hot
Date Code Stampped: TO-1118 QA or QB:
Intake: .018 Hot
Exhaust: .030 Hot
Valve Seat Angle:
Seat: 46 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.68"
Valve Spring Pressure: 330 Lbs @ 1.20"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0027"
Exhaust: .0015-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3722"
Exhaust: .3710"-.3717"
8 Cylinder Engine-409 Cu. In., 425 HP:
Valve Lash:
Early Production Engines:
Intake: .012" Hot
Exhaust: .020" Hot
Date Code Stampped: TO-1118 QA or QB:
Intake: .018 Hot
Exhaust: .030 Hot
Valve Seat Angle:
Seat: 46 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.68"
Valve Spring Pressure: 330 Lbs @ 1.20"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0027"
Exhaust: .0015-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3715"-.3722"
Exhaust: .3710"-.3717"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:
6 Cylinder Engine
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: 2.2983"-2.2993"
Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum
Thrust on Bearing #: Rear
Shaft End Play: .002"-.006"
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: Not Available
Intake Manifold:
End Clamp Bolts: 20 Ft. Lbs
Center Clamp Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold:
End Clamp Bolts: 20 Ft. Lbs
Center Clamp Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs
2 Bolt Caps: 95 Ft. Lbs.
4 Bolt Caps: 115 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 55 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 65 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:
With Heater Only: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 12 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons; Station Wagons: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: 2 Pints
With Overdrive: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 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: 180 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: 1-1/2 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: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons; Station Wagons: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 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
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 409 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 21 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: 180 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
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Pints
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Alternator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternator #1100628
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 37 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9-2.3 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 25 Amperes
5000 RPM: 35 Amperes
Regulator #1119512
Cutout Relay:
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5-2.7 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .057"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1100629
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 42 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9-2.3 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 28 Amperes
5000 RPM: 40 Amperes
Regulator #1119512
Cutout Relay:
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5-2.7 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .057"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1100630
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 32 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9-2.3 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 21 Amperes
5000 RPM: 30 Amperes
Regulator #1119512
Cutout Relay:
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5-2.7 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .057"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1100633
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 55 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9-2.3 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 32 Amperes
5000 RPM: 50 Amperes
Regulator #1119512
Cutout Relay:
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5-2.7 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .057"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Distributor Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine:
Distributor #1110280
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 31-34
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 11 Degrees @ 13 Inches Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 283 cu. in, 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #1111015
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 28-32
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 8 Degrees @ 16 Inches Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 283 cu. in, 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #1111051
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 28-32
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 1,850 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7-9 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 8 Degrees @ 16 Inches Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 327 cu. in:
Distributor #1111016
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 28-32
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 425 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8 Inches
Maximum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 16 Inches Vacuum
8 Cylinder, 409 Cu. In. Engine:
Distributor #1111023
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 29
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 425 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8 Inches of Vacuum
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 8 Degrees @ 16 Inches Vacuum
Starting Motor Specifications:
6 Cylinder:
Starter #1107259
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces
Free Speed Test:
49 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 6,200 RPM
Resistance Test:
270-310 Amperes
4.3 Volts
8 Cylinder, 283 Engine:
Starter #1107237
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces
Free Speed Test:
49 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 6,200 RPM
Resistance Test:
270-310 Amperes
4.3 Volts
8 Cylinder 327 & 409 Cu. In. Engines:
Starter #1107242
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces
Free Speed Test:
65 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 3,600 RPM
Resistance Test:
300-360 Amperes
3.5 Volts
Starter #1107711
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 BV:
Carburetor #: 7023003, 7023000, 7023004, 7023005, 7023105, & 7023108
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Vent: .050"
Vacuum Break: .160"
Rochester Carburetor Data, 8 Cylinder:
Rochester Type 2GC:
Carburetor #: 7023007, 7023008, & 7023018
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 3/4"
Float Drop: 1-29/32"
Idle Vent: 1"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Rochester Type 4GC:
Carburetor #: 7020023, 702024
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level:
Primary: 1-1/2"
Secondary: 1-5/16"
Float Drop:
Primary: 1-1/2"
Secondary: 1-1/8"
Idle Vent: 29/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Rochester Type 4GC:
Carburetor #: 7023006, 7023012, 7024120, 7024121, 7024121, 7024125, & 7024126
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 #: 3500S & 3501S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/2 to 2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1750 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 #: 3361S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/2 to 2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: None
Float Level:
Primary: 7/32"
Secondary: 7/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 3/4"
Secondary: 3/4"
Pump Travel Setting: 1/2"
Carter Type AFB:
Carburetor #: 3362S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/2 to 2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,750 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 7/32"
Secondary: 7/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 3/4"
Secondary: 3/4"
Pump Travel Setting: 1/2"
Unloader: 1/4"
Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Carter Type AFB:
Carburetor #: 3460S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/2 to 2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,750 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 7/32"
Secondary: 7/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 3/4"
Secondary: 3/4"
Pump Travel Setting: 1/2"
Unloader: 1/4"
Choke Setting: Index
Carter Type AFB:
Carburetor #: 3461S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/2 to 2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,750 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 7/32"
Secondary: 7/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 23/32"
Secondary: 23/32"
Pump Travel Setting: 1/2"
Unloader: 1/4"
Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Carter Type AFB:
Carburetor #: 3499S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1/2 to 2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,750 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 7/32"
Secondary: 7/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 23/32"
Secondary: 23/32"
Pump Travel Setting: 1/2"
Unloader: 1/4"
Choke Setting: 2 Lean
Carter Type YF:
Carburetor #: 3379S & 3402S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1-1/2
Float Level:
Primary: 7/16"
Secondary: 7/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 1-1/4"
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1963 Chevrolet Historical Data:
1963 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction was on September 26, 1962.
Model Year Production: 1,575,930 full sized Chevrolets.
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