1971 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

With SS Package: F70 X 14 Inches

With Z-28 Package: F60 X 15 Inches

1971 Camaro Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline Engine, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 145 HP

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

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 245 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 270 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 330 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 402* Cu. In., 300 HP

* Marketed as a 396 Engine

See 1971 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: $2,921; Shipping Weight: 3,094 Lbs.

Total Production: 11,178

124 SERIES, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #12487; 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,016; Shipping Weight: 3,218 Lbs.

Total Production: 103452

1971 CHEVROLET

CAMARO

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TS

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:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In., Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

8 Cylinder Engine, 307 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 245 HP, Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 600 RPM

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 245 HP, Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 270 HP, Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 600 RPM; (With Air Conditioning On)

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 270 HP, Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 330 HP, Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 330 HP, Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R43TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM, in Drive

8 Cylinder (396) Engine, 402 Cu. In., 300 HP, Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TS

Gap .035

Point Gap: .019"

Distributor Cam Angle: 29-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

Capacities:

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No 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: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three 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, 307 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15 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

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 330 HP:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15 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:

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:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-1/2 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 330 HP:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 18 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:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-1/2 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

With 8 Cylinder (396) Engine, 402 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With No Heater: 23 Quarts

With Heater: 24 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 25 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:

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:

8-1/8" Ring Gear: 3-1/2 Pints

8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1971 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1971 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1971 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1971 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1971 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1971 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1971 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: 25 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 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: Zero Degrees

Camber:

Left: +1 Degree

Right: +1 Degree

Toe In; 1/16 to 5/16 inches

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Camaro Z-28:

Caster: Zero Degrees

Camber:

Left: -3/4 Degree

Right: -3/4 Degree

Toe In; 1/8 to 1/4 inches

Popular Options:

Air Conditioning, AutomaticTransmission, Seat 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, SS Package, Various Engine & Transmission Options, Positraction Axle & Much More.

Paint Colors & Codes:

10 Classic White

13 Nevada Silver

16 Silver Steel

19 Texedo Black

24 Ascot Blue

25 Mediterranean Blue

26 Mulsanne Blue

29 Command Blue

39 Sea Aqua

42 Cottonwood Green

43 Lime Green

49 Antuque Green

52 Sunflower

53 Placer Gold

55 Champagne Gold

61 Sandalwood

62 Burnt Orange

63 Mesa Sand

65 Hugger Orange

67 Classic Copper

75 Cranberry Red

78 Rosewood

905 Nevada Silber

976 Mulsanne Blue

912 Sunflower

Promotional Model Cars Available:

Plastic: Camaro SS 2 Door Hardtop

1971 Camaro Historical Data:

1971 Chevrolet Camaro Model Year Introduction date was September 29, 1970.

Model Year Production: 114,630 Camaros.

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