1974 CHEVROLET
MONTE CARLO
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Monte Carlo, Series 1H, 8 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase:
2 Door: 116 Inches
Overall Length:
2 Door: 214 Inches
Tire Size: GR70 x 15 Inches
1974 Monte Carlo Engines:
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 145 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 400 Cu. In., 180 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 454 Cu. In., 235 HP
See 1974 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.
Monte Carlo Models:
MONTE CARLO 'S', 8 CYLINDER:
Model #1H57, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,885; Shipping Weight: 3,926 Lbs..
Total Production: 184,873
MONTE CARLO LANDAU, 8 CYLINDER:
Model #1H57, 2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger,
Base Price: $4,129; Shipping Weight: 3,950 Lbs..
Total Production: 127,217
1974 CHEVROLET
MONTE CARLO
Tune Up Specifications - Monte Carlo:
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 145 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: TDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 900 RPM
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 145 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, 400 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:
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: 10 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 800 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
Capacities-All Series :
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 145 H.P.:
Cooling System:
With Heater Only: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 3-3/4 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, 400 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With Heater Only: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Automatic Transmission:
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 3-3/4 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 Heater Only: 24 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: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Four Speed: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Hydramatic 350: 2-1/2 Quarts with Normal Refill
Hydramatic 400: 3-3/4 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 1974 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:
See 1974 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Engine Tightening:
See 1974 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Alternator & Regulator Specifications:
See 1974 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Distributor Specifications:
See 1974 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Starting Motor Specifications:
See 1974 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.
Carburetor Settings:
See 1974 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: 15-30 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 5-10 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"
Rear Drum: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Brakes: 1-1/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Monte Carlo:
Caster: +5 Degrees
Camber:
Left: +1 Degree
Right: +1/2 Degree
Toe In; 0 to 1/8 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, Sky Roof, 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:
11 Antique White
13 Cosworth Silver
19 Texedo Black
24 Light Blue
25 Medium Blue
26 Dark Blue
29 Midnight Blue
36 Aqua Blue
40 Lime Yellow
44 Medium Green
46 Bright Green
47 Medium Green
49 Midnight Dark Green
50 Cream Beige
51 Bright Yellow
53 Light Gold
55 Sandstone
59 Golden Brown
64 Silver
66 Bronze
67 Bright Orange
69 Dark Taupe
74 Medium Red
75 Medium Red
81 Beige
86 Bright Orange
Promotional Model Cars Available:
None
1974 Monte Carlo Historical Data:
1974 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was September 22, 1973.
Model Year Production: 312,217 Monte Carlos.
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