1977 CHEVROLET CHEVETTE
Model Designations:
Chevrolet Chevette, Series 1T, 4 Cylinder
Chevrolet Chevette Scooter, Series 1T, 4 Cylinder
Chevrolet Chevette, 4 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Body #B08
Base Price: $3,225; Shipping Weight: 1,958 Pounds
Production Total: 120,278
Chevrolet Chevette Scooter, 4 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hatchback, 4 Passenger, Body #J08
Base Price: $2,999; Shipping Weight: 1,898 Pounds
Production Total: 13,191
General Specifications:
Wheelbase:
All Styles: 94.3"
Overall Length: 157.8"
Tire Sizes:
All Styles: 155/80 X 13"
Engine Specifications, 85 Cu. In., 4 Cylinder, 52 HP:
Engine Type: In-Line 4 Cylinder, Overhead Cam
Bore & Stroke: 3.228" X 2.606"
Engine Displacement: 85 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 16.67
Horsepower: 52 @ 5,300 RPM
Torque: 67 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 36-46 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Engine Specifications, 85 Cu. In., 4 Cylinder, 60 HP:
Engine Type: In-Line 4 Cylinder, Overhead Cam
Bore & Stroke: 3.228" X 2.980"
Engine Displacement: 97.6 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 16.67
Horsepower: 60 @ 5,300 RPM
Torque: 77 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 36-46 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
Capacities:
4 Cylinder, 140 Cu. In. Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 8-1/2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 9 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thrermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 13 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts, with Filter
Transmission Oil:
4 Speed: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission:
Total Capacity: 6.5 Quarts
Drain & Refill: 3 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
Tune Up Specifications, 4 Cylinder, 85 Cu. In. Engine, Except California:
Spark Plug Type: AC R43TS
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Standard Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC on Damper
Automatic Transmission: 12 Degrees BTDC on Dampr
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 600 RPM; 800 RPM w/AC Solenoid Energized
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive, 800 RPM w/AC Solenoid Energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 2,300 RPM on high step of fast idle cam with A/C "Off"
Automatic Transmission: 2,400 RPM on high step of fast idle cam with A/C "Off"
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 4 Cylinder, 97.6 Cu. In. Engine, Except California & High Altitude:
Spark Plug Type: AC R43TS
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Standard Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC on Damper
Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC on Dampr
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 600 RPM; 800 RPM w/AC Solenoid Energized
Automatic Transmission:
Without Air Conditioning: 600 RPM, in Drive, 800 RPM w/AC Solenoid Energized
With Air Conditioning: 800 RPM, in Drive, 950 RPM w/AC Solenoid Energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 2,300 RPM on high step of fast idle cam with A/C "Off"
Automatic Transmission: 2,400 RPM on high step of fast idle cam with A/C "Off"
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 4 Cylinder, 97.6 Cu. In. Engine, California & High Altitude:
Spark Plug Type: AC R43TS
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing:
Standard Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC on Damper
Automatic Transmission: 8 Degrees BTDC on Dampr
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 800 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 800 RPM, in Drive, 950 RPM w/AC Solenoid Energized
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 2,000 RPM on high step of fast idle cam with A/C "Off"
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications, 4 Cylinder, Both Engines:
Valve Lash (Cold): Hydralic Lifters
Valve Angles:
Seat: 46 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.26"
Valve Spring Pressure: 173 Lbs @ .886 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0006"-.0017"
Exhaust .0014"-.0025"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3138"-.3144"
Exhaust: .3130"-.3136"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings Data, 4 Cylinder, Both Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0008"-.0016"
Piston Rings:
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .009"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9052"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 1.8093"-1.8103"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0014"-.0031"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.0078"-2.0088"
Main Bearing Clearance:
#1, 2, 3, & 4: .0006"-.0018"
#5: .0009"-.0026"
Thrust on Bearing #5
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
Spark Plugs: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 75 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 16 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold:
Center Bolts: 15 Ft. Lbs.
End Legs: 22 Ft. Lbs.
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt: 75 Ft. Lbs.
Cam Cover: 14 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 37 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 46 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 46 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: Pulley to Damper Screws: 75 Ft. Lbs.
Rear Axle Specifications:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Spacer
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 5-10 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Brake Specifications:
Brake Drum Diameter: 7.899"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc Brakes: 1-7/8"
Rear: 3/4"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 3/4"
Power Brakes: 3/4"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Caster: +4-1/2 Degree
Camber:
Left: +2 Degrees
Right: +2 Degrees
Toe In: 1/64"-7/64"
Alternator Specifications:
Model: 1102845
Rated Hot Output: 32 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts:
5,000 RPM: 31 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
Model: 1102846
Rated Hot Output: 55 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Cold Output @ 14 Volts:
5,000 RPM: 51 Amperes
Regulator: Integral
Distributor Specifications:
#1110687
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
#1110693
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 4"
Maximum Advance: 17 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum
#1110702
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 4"
Maximum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
#1110703
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,850 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 4"
Maximum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum
Starting Motor Data:
Starter # 1109414
Free Speed Test: 50-75 Amperes, 9 Volts, @ 6,500 RPM
Carburetor Data:
Note: See 1977 General Motors Carburetors Data File
Chevrolet 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)
Popular Options:
AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; Rear Speaker; Rally Equipment; Rear Defogger; Tilt Steering Wheel; Tinted Glass; Electric Clock; Cigarette Lighter; Glove Compartment; Sport Side Mirror; Twin Remote Mirrors; Day-Night Mirror; Air Conditioning; Vinyl Roof; Custom Exterior; Sport Decor; Side Window Reveal Moldings; Door Edge Guards; Deluxe Bumpers; Custom Interior; Console; Load Floor Carpet; Rear Seat Delete; Color Keyed Floor Mats; Sport Wheel Covers; Wheel Trim Rings Automatic Transmission, and more.
1977 Chevrolet Chevette Historical Data:
The 1977 Chevrolet model year introduction was September 30, 1976.
Total 1976 Chevrolet Chevette Production was 133,469.
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