1970 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
1970 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, 307 Cu. In., 200 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 250 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 300 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 360 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 402 Cu. In., 375 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 402 Cu. In., 350 HP
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.
Camaro Models:
123 SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #12387; 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,749; Shipping Weight: 3,058 Lbs.
Total Production: *
* Production combined with 8 Cylinder Models.
124 SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #12487; 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,839; Shipping Weight: 3,172 Lbs.
Total Production: 117,604*
* Production includes 6 & 8 Cylinder Models.
1970 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 R46T
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: 750 RPM; (With Air Conditioning Off)
6 Cylinder Engine, 230 & 250 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
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:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning Off)
8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In., Standard Transmission:
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: 2 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM (With Air Conditioning Off)
8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:
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: 8 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive (With Air Conditioning Off)
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 250 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: 750 RPM; (With Air Conditioning Off)
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 250 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 Off)
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)
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)
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 360 HP:
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: 8 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 800 RPM; (With Air Conditioning On)
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM, in Drive; (With Air Conditioning On)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In., 350 HP, Standard Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44T
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)
8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In., 350 HP, Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44T
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)
8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In., 375 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R43T
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: 750 RPM (With Air Conditioning On)
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Drive (With Air Conditioning On)
8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In., 450 HP, with Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R43T
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: 750 RPM (With Air Conditioning On)
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive (With Air Conditioning On)
Capacities:
With 6 Cylinder Engine, 230 & 250 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater Only: 12 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: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3 Pints (Heavy Duty Unit: 3-1/2 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, 307 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 14 Quarts
With Heater: 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: 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 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., Except 360 HP:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater: 16 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: 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 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., 360 HP:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
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, 402 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: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
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
Valve Specifications:
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Engine Tightening:
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Alternator & Regulator Specifications:
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Distributor Specifications:
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Starting Motor Specifications:
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Carburetor Settings:
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Rear Axle & Specifications-Camaro:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
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: 2-15/16"
Rear: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Brakes: 1-1/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Camaro, Except Z-28:
Caster: +1/2 Degrees
Camber: +1 Degree
Toe In; 1/8 to 1/4 inches
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Camaro Z-28:
Caster: -1/4 Degrees
Camber: +3/4 Degree
Toe In; 1/8 to 1/4 inches
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 Classic White
14 Cortez Silver
15 Laguna Gray
17 Shadow Gray
19 Texedo Black
25 Astro Blue
26 Mulsanne Blue
27 Bridgehampton Blue
28 Fathom Blue
34 Misty GTurquoise
43 Citrus Green
44 Donnybrook Green
48 Forest Green
50 Gobi Beige
51 Daytona Yellow
52 Sunflower Yellow
53 Camaro Gold
55 Champagne Gold
58 Autumn Gold
62 Corvette Bronze
63 Desert Sand
65 Hugger Orange
67 Classic Copper
72 Monza Red
75 Cranberry Red
77 Marlboro Maroon
78 Black Cherry
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: Camaro SS 2 Door Hardtop
1970 Camaro Historical Data:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro Model Year Introduction date was February 26, 1970.
Model Year Production: 143,664 Camaros.
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