1969 CAMARO

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Camaro, Series 123, 6 Cylinder

Camaro, Series 124, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase: 108 Inches

Overall Length: 186

Tire Size: E78 X 14 Inches

1969 Camaro Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline Engine, Overhead Valve, 230 Cu. In., 140 HP

6 Cylinder, Inline Engine, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 155 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 302 Cu. In., 350 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 307 Cu. In., 200 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 327 Cu. In., 210 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 255 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 327 Cu. In., 275 HP

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

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 325 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 350 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 396 Cu. In., 375 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 427 Cu. In., 355-425 HP

See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Camaro Models:

123 SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #12337; 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,638; Shipping Weight: 3,040 Lbs.

Total Production: *

Model #12367; 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,852; Shipping Weight: 3,160 Lbs.

Total Production: *

* Production combined with 8 Cylinder Models.

124 SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #12437; 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,727; Shipping Weight: 3,050 Lbs.

Total Production: 214,280*

Model #12467; 2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $2,941; Shipping Weight: 3,295 Lbs.

Total Production: 16,519*

* Production includes 6 & 8 Cylinder Models.

1969 CHEVROLET

CAMARO

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 230 & 250 Cu. In., Standard Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46N

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: 700 RPM; (With Air Conditioning Off)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI

6 Cylinder Engine, 230 & 250 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46N

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: 550 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning Off)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cu. In.:

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: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 900 RPM (With Air Conditioning Off)

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In.:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45S

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)

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

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In., 210 HP, Standard Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45S

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 ATDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM; (With Air Conditioning Off)

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In., 210 HP, Automatic Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45S

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:

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

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 255 HP, 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)

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 255 HP, 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 On)

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 300 HP, 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)

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 300 HP, 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 On)

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

8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In., 325 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44N

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:

Manual Transmission: 800 RPM, (With Air Conditioning Off)

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

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In., 350 HP, with Standard Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43N

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: 800 RPM (With Air Conditioning On)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In., 350 HP, with Automatic Transmission:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43N

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 On)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In., 375 HP:

Ground Polarity: Negative

Voltage: 12 Volts

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43N

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:

Manual Transmission: 750 RPM, (With Air Conditioning Off)

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

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI

Capacities:

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 230 & 250 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 11 Quarts

With Heater Only: 13 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: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3 Pints (Heavy Duty Unit: 3-1/2 Pints)

4 Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts Normal Refill

Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts Normal Refill

Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts Normal Refill

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 16 Quarts

With Heater: 17 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: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 3 Pints (Heavy Duty Unit: 3-1/2 Quarts)

Four Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts Normal Refill

Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts Normal Refill

Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts Normal Refill

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 15 Quarts

With Heater: 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: 18 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 Normal Refill

Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts Normal Refill

Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts Normal Refill

Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 396 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 22 Quarts

With Heater: 23 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: 18 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 Normal Refill

Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts Normal Refill

Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts Normal Refill

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1969 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Rear Axle & Specifications-Camaro:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Check with dial gauge

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, Camaro:

Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2-1/16"

Front Drum: 1-1/8"

Rear: 7/8"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Camaro:

Caster: +1/2 Degrees

Camber: +1/2 Degree

Toe In; 1/8 to 1/4 inches

Toe Out:

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Popular Options:

Air Conditioning, Powerglide Automatic Transmission, Hydra-Matic Transmission, Seat Belds, Shoulder Belts, Electric Clock, Floor Shifter with Counsole, Rear Defroster, Tinted Glass, Front Bumper Guards, Rear Bumper Guards, Headrests, Heater & Defroster Delete, Tri-Volume Horn on Coupes, Courtesy Lights, Ash Tray Light, Glove Compartment Light, Front & Rear Floor Mats, Power Steering, Power Windows, AM Pushbutton Radio, Rear Seat Speaker, AM-FM Radio, Push Button AM-FM Stereo Radio, Cruise Control, Speed Warning, Tilt Steering Wheel, Special Instrumentation, Vinyl Roof Cover, Folding Rear Seat, Various Engine & Transmission Options, Positraction Axle & Much More.

Paint Colors & Codes:

10 Tuxedo Black

40 Butternut Yellow

50 Dover White

51 Dusk Blue

52 Garnet Red

53 Glacier Blue

55 Azure Turquoise

57 Fathom Green

59 Frost Green

61 Burnished Brown

63 Champagne

65 Olympic Gold

67 Burgundy

69 Cortez Silver

71 Lemans Blue

72 Hugger Orange

76 Daytona Yellow

79 Rallye Green

Promotional Model Cars Available:

Plastic: Camaro SS 396 2 Door Hardtop, Camaro SS 396 Convertible, Indianapolis 500 Convertible Pace Car.

1969 Camaro Historical Data:

1969 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 26, 1968.

Model Year Production: 230,799 Camaros.

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