1977 CHEVROLET
FULL SIZED CARS
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Impala, Series 1B, 8 Cylinder
Caprice Classic, Series 1B, 8 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase: 116 Inches - All Series
Overall Length, All Series:
Passenger Cars: 212.1"
Station Wagons: 217.1"
Tire Sizes:
Passenger Cars: FR78 X 15"
Station Wagons: HR78 X 15"
1977 Chevrolet Impala & Caprice Engines:
6 Cylinder, Inline, Overhead Valve, 250 Cu. In., 110 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 305 Cu. In., 145 HP
8 Cylinder, V-Type, Overhead Valve, 350 Cu. In., 170 HP
See 1977 Chevrolet Engines & Engine Accessories Data File for additional information on all engines and engine accessories.
IMPALA, 6 CYLINDER:
Body #L47, 2 Door Custom Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $4,876; Shipping Weight: 3,533 Lbs.
Production Total: *
Body #L47, 2 Door Landau Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: Not Available; Shipping Weight: Not Available
Production Total: *
Body #L69, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $4,901; Shipping Weight: 3,564 Lbs.
Production Total: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.
IMPALA, 8 CYLINDER:
Body #L47, 2 Door Custom Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $4,996; Shipping Weight: 3,628 Lbs.
Production Total: 55,347*
Body #L47, 2 Door Landau Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: Not Available; Shipping Weight: Not Available
Production Total: 2,745*
Body #L69, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $5,021; Shipping Weight: 3,559 Lbs.
Production Total: 196,824*
Body #L35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $5,289; Shipping Weight: 4,042 Lbs.
Production Total: 37,108
Body #L35, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,
Base Price: $5,406; Shipping Weight: Not Available.
Production Total: 28,255
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.
CAPRICE CLASSIC, 6 CYLINDER:
Body #N47, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $5,187; Shipping Weight: 3,571 Lbs.
Production Total: *
Body #N47, 2 Door Landau Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: Not Available; Shipping Weight: Not Available
Production Total: *
Body #N69, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $5,237; Shipping Weight: 3,606 Lbs.
Production Total: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.
CAPRICE CLASSIC, 6 CYLINDER:
Body #N47, 2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $5,307; Shipping Weight: 3,666 Lbs.
Production Total: 62,366*
Body #N47, 2 Door Landau Coupe, 6 Passenger
Base Price: Not Available; Shipping Weight: Not Available
Production Total: 9,607*
Body #N69, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $5,357; Shipping Weight: 3,701 Lbs.
Production Total: 212,840*
Body #N35, 4 Door Estate Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $5,617; Shipping Weight: 4,088 Lbs.
Production Total: 22,930
Body #N35, 4 Door Estate Wagon, 9 Passenger
Base Price: $5,734; Shipping Weight: Not Available
Production Total: 33,639
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is combined.
1977 CHEVROLET
Tune Up Specifications - All Series:
6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In., Except California & High Altitude:
Spark Plug:
Type: AC R4TS
Gap: .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 8 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: 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: 6 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: 10 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: 8 BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM 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: 6 BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM 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
Gap: .045"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized.
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM, with EGR valve disconnected & hose plugged & 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
Gap: .045"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized.
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM, with EGR valve disconnected & hose plugged & Air Conditioning "Off"
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7-1/2 to 9 PSI
Capacities-All Full Sized Series :
6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 15 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 15 Gallons
Station Wagons: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Automatic Transmission: 4 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle:
7-1/2" Ring Gear: 3-1/4 Pints
8-1/2" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
8-3/4" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
8 Cylinder Engine, 305 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 15 Gallons
Station Wagons: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Automatic Transmission: 4 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle:
7-1/2" Ring Gear: 3-1/4 Pints
8-1/2" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
8-3/4" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
8 Cylinder Engine, 350 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 15 Gallons
Station Wagons: 22 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Automatic Transmission: 4 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle:
7-1/2" Ring Gear: 3-1/4 Pints
8-1/2" Ring Gear: 4 Pints
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 1977 General Motors Carburetors Data Section.
Rear Axle Specifications-All Series Chevrolet, Full Sized:
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, Chevrolet, Full Sized Models:
Brake Drum Diameter:
Passenger Cars: 9-1/2 Inches
Station Wagons: 11 Inches
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brake: 2-15/16"
Rear Drum:
Passenger Cars: 7/8"
Station Wagons: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes:
Passenger Cars: 1-1/8
Station Wagons: 15/16"
Power Brakes: 1-1/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Chevrolet, All Full Sized Models:
Caster: +3 Degrees
Camber:
Left: +.8 Degree
Right: +.8 Degree
Toe In: 1/16 to 1/8 inches;
Popular Options:
AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; AM Radio with Stereo Tape Player; AM-FM Radio with Stereo Tape Player; Windshield Antenna; Power Antenna; Rear Speaker; Tilt Steering Wheel; Tinted Glass; Four Seasons Air Conditioning; Comfortron Automatic Temperature Control Air Conditioning; Forced Air Rear Defogger; Electric Rear Defogger; Cruise Control; Power Door Locks; 6-Way Power Driver's Seat; Power Windows; Power Trunk kRelease; Power Tailgate Lock on Wagons; Digital Clock; Electric Analog Clock for Impala; Intermittend Wipers; Econominder Gauge Package; Dome Reading Light; Dual Horns on Impala; Driver's Remote Side Mirror; Dual Remote Mirrors; Dual Sport Mirrors, with Left Remote; Visor Vanity Mirror; Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror; Roof Luggage Rack for Wagons; Two-Tone Paint; Body Side Moldings; Door Edge Guards; Wheel Opening Moldings; Roof Drip Moldings for Impala; Front & Rear Bumper Strips; Full Wheel Covers; Full Wheel Covers; Sport Wheel Covers; Deluxe Cargo Area Carpet for Wagons; Litter Container; Deluxe Trunk Trim; Deluxe Seatbelts; Wheel & Tire Options; Interior Trim Options; Heavy Duty Suspension; Heavy Duty Radiator; Heavy Duty Alternator; Heavy Duty Battery; California Emissions; High Altitude Emissions; Positraction Axle; Superlift Rear Shock Absorbers; Rear Stabilizer Bar, 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: Chevette 2 Door Sedan; Vega 2 Door Sedan; Monza 2+2 Coupe; Corvette Sting Ray Coupe.
1977 Chevrolet Historical Data:
1977 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date was on September 30, 1976
Model Year Production: 661,661 full sized Chevrolets. Total Chevrolet Production for U.S. models including Corvettes: 2,079,798.
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