1975 CAMARO

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Camaro, Series Q, 6 Cylinder

Camaro, Series Q, 8 Cylinder

Camaro LT, Series S, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase: 108 Inches

Overall Length: 196

Tire Size: E78 X 14 Inches

With Z-28 Package: F60 X 15 Inches

1975 Camaro Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline Engine, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 105 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 145 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 155 HP

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Camaro Models:

BASE LEVEL, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #1Q87; 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,450; Shipping Weight: 3,421 Lbs.

Total Production: 29,746

BASE LEVEL, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1Q87; 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $3,685; Shipping Weight: 3,532 Lbs.

Total Production: 76,178

LT LEVEL, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #1S87; 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,057; Shipping Weight: 3,616 Lbs.

Total Production: 39,843

1975 CHEVROLET

CAMARO

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 850 RPM

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In. with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 800 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 4 Barrel Carburetor, Manual Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Location: Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 800 RPM

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., 4 Barrel Carburetor, Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R44TX

Gap .060"

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

Capacities:

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 12-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 12-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Refill:

Hydramatic 350: 10 Quarts

Hydramatic 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 15-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3 Pints

Four Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Refill:

Hydramatic 350: 10 Quarts

Hydramatic 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., Z-28:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 15-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Four Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Normal Refill: 4 Quarts

Total Refill:

Hydramatic 350: 10 Quarts

Hydramatic 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1975 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1975 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: 15-30 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"

Power Brakes: 1-1/8"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Camaro:

Caster: Zero Degrees

Camber:

Left: +1 Degree

Right: +1 Degree

Toe In: 0 to 1/8 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, AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Deck, Cruise Control, Tilt Steering Wheel, Special Instrumentation, Vinyl Roof Cover, Folding Rear Seat, LT Performance Package, Z-28 Performance Package, Various Engine & Transmission Options, Positraction Axle & Much More.

Paint Colors & Codes:

11 Antique White

13 Cosworth Silver

15 Light Gray

16 Medium Gray

19 Texedo Black

21 Silver Blue

24 Medium Blue

26 Bright Blue

29 Midnight Blue

44 Medium Green

49 Dark Green

50 Cream Beige

51 Bright Yellow

55 Sandstone

58 Dark Sandstone

59 Dark Brown

63 Light Saddle

64 Medium Orange

72 Medium Red

74 Dark Red

75 Light Red

80 Orange

Promotional Model Cars Available:

Plastic: Camaro 2 Door Hardtop

1975 Camaro Historical Data:

1975 Chevrolet Camaro Model Year Introduction date was in September 1974.

Model Year Production: 145,767 Camaros.

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