1977 CAMARO

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Camaro, Series 1F, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Camaro LT, Series 1F, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Camaro Z-28, Series 1F, 8 Cylinder

Chasis Features:

Wheelbase: 108 Inches

Overall Length: 195.4

Standard Tire Size: FR78 X 15 Inches

1977 Camaro Engines:

6 Cylinder, Inline Engine, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 110 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 305 Cu. In., 145 HP

8 Cylinder, V-Type Engine, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 170 HP

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.

Camaro Models:

BASE LEVEL, 6 CYLINDER:

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

Base Price: $4,113; Shipping Weight: 3,369 Lbs.

Total Production: *

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.

BASE LEVEL, 8 CYLINDER:

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

Base Price: $4,223; Shipping Weight: 3,5476 Lbs.

Total Production: 131,717*

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.

LT LEVEL, 6 CYLINDER:

Model #S87; 2 Door Hardtop LT Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,478; Shipping Weight: 3,422 Lbs.

Total Production: *

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.

LT LEVEL, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #S87; 2 Door Hardtop LT Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $4,598; Shipping Weight: 3,529 Lbs.

Total Production: 72,787*

Z-28, 8 CYLINDER:

Model #Q87; 2 Door Hardtop Z-28 Coupe, 4 Passenger,

Base Price: $5,170; Shipping Weight: Not Available

Total Production: 14,349

1977 CHEVROLET

CAMARO

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., Except California & High Altitude:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TS

Gap .035"

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

Ignition Timing:

Standard Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission:

Without Air Conditioning; 425 RPM; 750 RPM with throttle solenoid energized

With Air Conditioning: 425 RPM; 670 RPM with throttle solenoid energized

Automatic Transmission:

Without Air Conditioning: 425 RPM, in Drive; 550 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

With Air Conditioning: 425 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 2,000 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 2,000 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., California:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TS

Gap .035"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC, Except Distributor #1110725

8 Degrees BTDC with Distributor #1110725

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission:

Without Air Conditioning: 425 RPM, in Drive; 550 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

With Air Conditioning: 425 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 1,800 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., High Altitude:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R46TS

Gap .035"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 425 RPM, in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 2,000 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In., Except California:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .045"

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

Ignition Timing:

Standard Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 600 RPM; 700 RPM with throttle solenoid energized

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 650 in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In., California:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Gap .045"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 650 in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., Except High Altitude:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Plug Gap: .045"

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

Ignition Timing:

Standard Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 1,300 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam with EGR hose disconnected & plugged and Air Conditioning "Off"

Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam with EGR hose disconnected & plugged and Air Conditioning "Off"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI

8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In., High Altitude:

Spark Plug:

Type AC R45TS

Plug Gap: .045"

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

Ignition Timing:

Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized

Fast Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 1,600 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam with EGR hose disconnected & plugged and Air Conditioning "Off"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI

Capacities:

With 6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater Only: 14.6 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 14.7 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure: 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:

Total Refill:

Hydramatic 200, 250, & 350: 10 Quarts

Hydramatic 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 17.2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17.9 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure: 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:

Total Refill:

Hydramatic 200, 250 & 350: 10 Quarts

Hydramatic 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 17.3 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18.0 Quarts

Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter

Manual Transmission:

Four Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Total Refill:

Hydramatic 200, 250, & 350: 10 Quarts

Hydramatic 400: 11 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints

Valve Specifications:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Engine Tightening:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Distributor Specifications:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Starting Motor Specifications:

See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data Section.

Carburetor Settings:

See 1977 General Motors Carburetors 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: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 15/16"

Power Brakes: 1-1/8"

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Camaro:

Caster: +1 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, 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 Radio with Stereo Tape Deck; AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Deck, Cruise Control, Tilt Steering Wheel, Special Instrumentation, Vinyl Roof Cover, Folding Rear Seat, Removable Load Floor Carpeting, Electric Skyroof; Intermittent Wipers; Various Engine & Transmission Options, Positraction Axle & Much More.

Paint Colors & Codes:

11 Antique White

13 Silver

16 Medium Gray

19 Black

21 Light Blue

22 Light Blue Poly

29 Dark Blue

32 Light Lime

36 Firethorn

38 Dark Aqua

44 Medium Green

48 Dark Blue Green

50 Cream

51 Bright Yellow

61 Light Buckskin

63 Buckskin

64 Bright Orange

69 Brown

72 Red

75 Light Red

78 Orange

85 Medium Blue (2-Tone)

1977 Camaro Historical Data:

1977 Chevrolet Camaro Model Year Introduction date was September 30, 1976.

Model Year Production: 218,853 Camaros.

Total 1977 Chevrolet Production: 2,079,798 including Corvettes.

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