1977 NOVA
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Series 1X, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase: 111 Inches
Overall Length: 196.7"
Standard Tire Size: FR78 X 14"
1976 Nova 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.
NOVA Models:
6 CYLINDER:
Model #X27, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,482; Shipping Weight: 3,139 Lbs.
Production Total: *
Model #X17, 2 Door Hatchback, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,646; Shipping Weight: 3,214 Lbs.
Production Total: *
Model #X69; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,532; Shipping Weight: 3,174 Lbs.
Production Total: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.
8 CYLINDER:
Model #X27, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,602; Shipping Weight: 3,257 Lbs.
Production Total: 132,833*
Model #X17, 2 Door Hatchback, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,766; Shipping Weight: 3,335 Lbs.
Production Total: 18,048*
Model #X69; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,652; Shipping Weight: 3,292 Lbs.
Production Total: 141,028*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.
NOVA Concours Models:
6 CYLINDER:
Model #Y27, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $3,991; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Lbs.
Production Total: *
Model #Y17, 2 Door Hatchback, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $4,154; Shipping Weight: 3,378 Lbs.
Production Total: *
Model #Y69; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $4,066; Shipping Weight: 3,329 Lbs.
Production Total: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.
8 CYLINDER:
Model #Y27, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $4,111; Shipping Weight: 3,391 Lbs.
Production Total: 28,602*
Model #Y17, 2 Door Hatchback, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $4,274; Shipping Weight: 3,486 Lbs.
Production Total: 5,481*
Model #Y69; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $4,186; Shipping Weight: 3,437 Lbs.
Production Total: 39,272*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.
1977 NOVA
Tune Up Specifications:
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
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 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 15 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: 8-1/4 Quarts
Hydramatic 350: 6-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle:
With 7-1/2" Ring Gear: 3-1/4 Pints
With 8-1/2" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
With 8-3/4" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 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: 8-1/4 Quarts
Hydramatic 350: 6-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle:
With 7-1/2" Ring Gear: 3-1/4 Pints
With 8-1/2" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
With 8-3/4" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 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: 8-1/4 Quarts
Hydramatic 350: 6-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle:
With 7-1/2" Ring Gear: 3-1/4 Pints
With 8-1/2" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
With 8-3/4" Ring Gear: 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 1976 General Motors Carburetors Data Section.
Rear Axle & Specifications-All Series Nova:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .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, Nova:
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, Nova with Manual Steering:
Caster: -1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + .8 Degrees
Right: + .8 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8 inches;
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Nova with Power Steering:
Caster: +1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + .8 Degrees
Right: + .8 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8 inches;
Popular Options:
Air Conditioning , Automatic Transmission, Power Brakes, Power Front Disc Brakes, Power Steering, AM Push Button Radio, AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio, Tinted Glass, Speed Control, Power Door Locks; Power Windows; Tilt Steering Wheel, Electric Clock, Econominder Gauge Package; Rear Window Defroster, Skyroof, Vinyl Top, Door Edge Guards, Seat Belts, Shoulder Belts, Left Hand Remote Control Outside Mirror, Positraction Rear Axle, Heavy Duty Clutch, Super Sport Package, Alternator Options, 8 Cylinder Engine & Transmission Options; and 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)
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: None
1977 Chevrolet Nova Historical Data:
1977 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was on September 30, 1976.
Model Year Production: 356,264 Novas.
Total 1977 Chevrolet Production: 2,079,798 including Corvettes.
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