1972 CHEVROLET
MONTE CARLO
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Monte Carlo, Series 138, 8 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase:
2 Door: 116 Inches
Overall Length:
2 Door: 207 Inches
Tire Size: G78 x 15 Inches
1972 Monte Carlo Engines:
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 175 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 402* Cu. In., 240 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 454 Cu. In., 270 HP
* Marketed as 396 Cu. In.
See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.
Monte Carlo Models:
MONTE CARLO, SERIES 138, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #13857, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,362; Shipping Weight: 3,506 Lbs..
Total Production: 180,819
1972 CHEVROLET
MONTE CARLO
Tune Up Specifications - Monte Carlo:
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 165 H.P.:
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44T
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: 900 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 175 H.P., Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44T
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: 800 RPM in Drive
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 175 H.P., Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44T
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: 600 RPM in Drive
8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In.:
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44T
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: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In.:
Spark Plug:
Type AC R44T
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: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
Capacities-All Series :
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater Only: 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:
Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons
Station Wagons: 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 with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Refill
Rear Axle:
8-1/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints
8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 402 Cu. In.,:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 22 Quarts
With Heater Only: 23 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 24 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons
Station Wagons: 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 with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Refill
Rear Axle:
8-1/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints
8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 454 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 22 Quarts
With Heater Only: 23 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 24 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons
Station Wagons: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Four Speed: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Powerglide & Torque Drive: 3 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 4 Quarts with Normal Refill
Rear Axle:
8-1/8" Ring Gear: 4-1/4 Pints
8-7/8" Ring Gear: 4.9 Pints
Valve Specifications:
See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:
See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Engine Tightening:
See 1972 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Rear Axle Specifications-Monte Carlo:
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, Monte Carlo:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2 inches
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brake: 2-15/16"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear Drum: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Monte Carlo:
Caster: -1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: +3/4 Degree
Right: +3/4 Degree
Toe In; 1/16 to 5/16 inches;
Popular Options:
Power Front Drum Brakes, Power Front Disc Front Brakes, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, Rear Defogger, Push Button AM Radio, Push Button AM-FM Radio, Rear Antenna, AM-FM Stereo Radio, AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Deck, Cruise Control, Electric Clock, Four Way Power Seat, Power Convertible Top, Power Windows, Sport Steering Wheel, Tilt Steering Wheel, Rear Defroster, Vinyl Top, Full Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Two-Tone Paint, Light Monitoring System, Positraction Axle, Various Engine & Transmission Options.
Paint Colors & Codes:
10 Antique White
14 Nevada Silver
16 Pewter Silver
18 Dusk Gray
19 Texedo Black
24 Ascot Blue
25 Mediterranean Blue
26 Mulsanne Blue
28 Fathom Blue
36 Spring Green
43 Gulf Green
46 Oasis Green
48 Sequoia Green
50 Covert Tan
53 Placer Gold
54 Desert Gold
56 Cream Yellow
57 Golden Brown
58 Turin Tan
62 Driftwood
63 Mohave Gold
65 Orange Flame
68 Midnight Bronze
69 Aegean Brown
924 Pewter Silver
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: 2 Door Hardtop
1972 Monte Carlo Historical Data:
1972 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 23, 1971.
Model Year Production: 180,819 Monte Carlos.
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