1970 CHEVROLET
FULL SIZED CARS
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Biscayne, Series 153, 6 Cylinder or Series 154, 8 Cylinder
Bel Air, Series 155, 6 Cylinder or Series 156, 8 Cylinder
Impala, Series 163, 6 Cylinder or Series 164, 8 Cylinder
Caprice, Series 166, 8 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase: 119 Inches - All Series
Overall Length, All Series:
Passenger Cars: 216 Inches
Station Wagons: 217 Inches
Tire Sizes: H78 x 14 Inches
1970 Chevrolet (Full Sized) Engines:
6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 155 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 250 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 300 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 400 Cu. In., 265 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 454 Cu. In., 345 HP
See 1970 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.
BISCAYNE, SERIES 153, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #15369; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,787; Shipping Weight: 3,600 Lbs.
BISCAYNE, SERIES 154, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #15469; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,998; Shipping Weight: 3,759 Lbs.
Model #15435, 4 Door Brookwood Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,294; Shipping Weight: 4,204 Lbs.
BEL AIR, SERIES 155, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #15569, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,887; Shipping Weight: 3,604 Lbs.
BEL AIR, SERIES 156, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #15669, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,998; Shipping Weight: 3,763 Lbs.
Model #15646, 4 Door Townsman Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,469; Shipping Weight: 4,263 Lbs.
Model #15636, 4 Door Townsman Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,357; Shipping Weight: 4,208 Lbs.
IMPALA, SERIES 163, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #16369, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,021; Shipping Weight: 3,655 Lbs.
Model #16337, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,038; Shipping Weight: 3,641 Lbs.
IMPALA, SERIES 164, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #16469, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,132; Shipping Weight: 3,802 Lbs.
Model #16437, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,149; Shipping Weight: 3,788 Lbs.
Model #16439, 4 Door Hardtop Sport Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,203; Shipping Weight: 3,871 Lbs.
Model #16447, 2 Door Custom Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,266; Shipping Weight: 3,801 Lbs.
Model #16467, Impala 2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,377; Shipping Weight: 3,843 Lbs.
Model #16346, 4 Door Kingswood Station Wagon, 9 Passenger
Base Price: $3,589; Shipping Weight: 4,321 Lbs.
Model #16436, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,477; Shipping Weight: 4,269 Lbs.
CAPRICE, SERIES 166, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #16639, 4 Door Hardtop Sport Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,527; Shipping Weight: 3,905 Lbs.
Model #16647, 2 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,474; Shipping Weight: 3,821 Lbs.
Model #16646, 4 Door Kingswood Estate Station Wagon, 9 Passenger
Base Price: $3,866; Shipping Weight: 4,361 Lbs.
Model #16436, 4 Door Kingswood Estate Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $3,753; Shipping Weight: 4,295 Lbs.
1970 CHEVROLET
Tune Up Specifications - All Series:
6 Cylinder Engine, Standard Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R46T
Gap: .035"
Point Gap:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Dwell 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, Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC R46T
Gap: .035"
Point Gap:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Dwell 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 On)
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:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Timing Mark Location: Viabration 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:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC
Timing Mark Location: Viabration 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:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Manual 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:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC
Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive; (With Air Conditioning On)
8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In., 265 HP with Standard Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC R44
Gap: .035"
Point Gap:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 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: 700 RPM; (With Air Conditioning On)
8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In., 265 HP with Automatic Transmission:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC R44
Gap: .035"
Point Gap:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 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: 600 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning Off)
8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In., 345 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC R44T
Gap: .035"
Point Gap:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Timing Mark Location: Viabration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; (With Air Conditioning Off)
8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In., 360 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC R43T
Gap: .035"
Point Gap:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 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: 700 RPM (With Air Conditioning Off)
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive; (With Air Conditioning Off)
8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In., 390 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC R43T
Gap: .035"
Point Gap:
New Points: .016"
Used Points: .019"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Timing Mark Location: Viabration 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 8-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 427 Cu. In., 390 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC R43N
Gap: .035"
Point Gap: .019"
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: 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, 427 Cu. In., 425 HP:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type: AC R43N
Gap: .035"
Point Gap: .019"
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: 750 RPM; (With Air Conditioning Off)
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Drive, (With Air Conditioning Off)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 8-1/2 PSI
Capacities-All Full Sized Series :
With 6 Cylinder Engine
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater Only: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 12 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 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 with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle:
8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints
8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In, 250 HP.:
Cooling System:
Without 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: 25 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 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 with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle:
8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints
8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 300 HP:
Cooling System:
Without 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: 25 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 Gallons)
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle:
8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints
8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
Without 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: 25 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 Gallons)
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle:
8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints
8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 21 Quarts
With Heater: 22 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 22 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 Gallons)
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed 3-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Hydramatic, 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle:
8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-3/4 Pints
8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 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-All Series Chevrolet, Full Sized:
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, Chevrolet, Full Sized Models:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11 inches
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brake: 2-15/16"
Front Drum Brake: 1-3/16"
Rear Drum: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8:
Power Brakes: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Chevrolet, All Full Sized Models:
Caster: +3/4 Degrees
Camber: +1/4 Degree
Toe In; 1/8 to 1/4 inches;
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 22-1/2 Degrees
Popular Options:
Air Conditioning; Power Drum Brakes; Power Front Disc Brakes; Electric Clock; Rear Defroster; Power Door Locks; Headlight Washer; Light Monitors; AM Push Button Radio; AM-FM Push Button Radio; AM/FM Stereo Radio; Stereo Tape; Rear Manual Antenna; Vinyl Roof; Automatic Level Control; Power Steering; Tilt Steering Wheel; Tinted Glass, Cruise Control; Power Windows; Variety of Engine & Transmission Options.
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: Impala SS 454 2 Door Hardtop, Impala SS 454 Convertible.
1970 Chevrolet Historical Data:
1970 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 18, 1969
Model Year Production: 550,571 full sized Chevrolets.
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