1962 CHEVROLET
CHEVY II
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Series 100, 4 Cylinder or 6 Cylinder
Series 300, 4 Cylinder or 6 Cylinder
Series 400 Nova, 6 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase: 110 Inches - All Series
Overall Length, All Except Station Wagon: 183"; Station Wagons: 187.4"
Tire Size:
Station Wagons & Sport Models: 6.50 x 13 Inches
All Others: 6.00 x 13 Inches
1962 Chevy II Engines:
4 Cylinder Engine, 153 Cu. In. 1 Barrel Carburetor, 90 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.25"
Engine Displacement: 153 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.5 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 24.02
Horsepower: 90 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 152 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.
6 Cylinder Engine-194 Cu. In., 120 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 3.5635" X 3.25"
Engine Displacement: 194 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
Taxable Horsepower: 40.48
Horsepower: 120 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 177 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.
100 SERIES, 4 CYLINDER:
Model #0169; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,041; Shipping Weight: 2,445 Lbs.
Model #0111, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,003; Shipping Weight: 2,410 Lbs..
Model #0135, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,339; Shipping Weight: 2,665 Lbs
100 SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #0269; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,101; Shipping Weight: 2,535 Lbs.
Model #0211, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,063; Shipping Weight: 2,500 Lbs..
Model #0235, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,399; Shipping Weight: 2,755 Lbs.
300 SERIES, 4 CYLINDER:
Model #0369, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,122; Shipping Weight: 2,460 Lbs.
Model #0311, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,084 Shipping Weight: 2,425 Lbs.
Model #0345, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,517 Shipping Weight: 2,765 Lbs.
300 SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #0469, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,182; Shipping Weight: 2,550 Lbs.
Model #0411, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,144 Shipping Weight: 2,515 Lbs.
Model #0445, 4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,577 Shipping Weight: 2,855 Lbs.
400 NOVA SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #0449, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,236; Shipping Weight: 2,575 Lbs.
Model #0441, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,198; Shipping Weight: 2,540 Lbs.
Model #0437, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $2,264; Shipping Weight: 2,550 Lbs.
Model #0467, 2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $2,475; Shipping Weight: 2,745 Lbs.
Model #0435, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,497; Shipping Weight: 2,775 Lbs.
Production Note: No production total breakdown per series, model or engine.
1962 Chevy II Production by body type:
4 Door Sedan: 139,004
2 Door Sedan: 44,390
4 Door Station Wagon: 59,886
2 Door Hardtop: 59,586
Convertible: 23,741
1962 CHEVROLET
CHEVY II
Tune Up Specifications - All Series:
4 Cylinder Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC 44N
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019" (New Points)
.016" (Used Points)
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI
6 Cylinder Engine:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC 44N
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019" (New Points)
.016" (Used Points)
Distributor Cam Angle: 31-34 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
4 Cylinder Engine:
Valve Lash: 1 Turn Valve Seat Angle:
Seat, 46 Degrees; Face, 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-21/32"
Valve Spring Pressure: 165 Lbs @ 1-21/64"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0027"
Exhaust: .0015-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3410"-.3417"
Exhaust: .3414" at top to.3404" at bottom
6 Cylinder Engine:
Valve Lash: 1 Turn Valve Seat Angle:
Seat, 46 Degrees; Face, 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-23/32"
Valve Spring Pressure: 165 Lbs @ 1-21/64"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0027"
Exhaust: .0015-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3410"-.3417"
Exhaust: .3414" at top to.3404" at bottom
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:
4 Cylinder Engine
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0011"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010
Oil Ring: .015
Wrist Pin Diameter: .927"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 1.999"-2.000"
Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2983"-2.2993"
Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum
Thrust on Bearing #: Rear
Shaft End Play: .002"-.006"
6 Cylinder Engine
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0011"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010
Oil Ring: .015
Wrist Pin Diameter: .927"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 1.999"-2.000"
Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2983"-2.2993"
Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum
Thrust on Bearing #: Rear
Shaft End Play: .002"-.006"
Engine Tightening, 4 Cylinder:
Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs
Cylinder Head Bolts: Not Available
Intake Manifold:
End Clamp Bolts: 20 Ft. Lbs
Center Clamp Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold:
End Clamp Bolts: 20 Ft. Lbs
Center Clamp Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs
2 Bolt Caps: 95 Ft. Lbs.
4 Bolt Caps: 115 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 55 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper: Pressed on.
Engine Tightening, 6 Cylinder:
Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs
Cylinder Head Bolts: Not Available
Intake Manifold:
End Clamp Bolts: 20 Ft. Lbs
Center Clamp Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold:
End Clamp Bolts: 20 Ft. Lbs
Center Clamp Bolts: 30 Ft. Lbs
2 Bolt Caps: 95 Ft. Lbs.
4 Bolt Caps: 115 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 55 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper: Pressed on.
Capacities-All Series :
With 4 Cylinder Engine
Cooling System:
With Heater Only: 9 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 9 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
With 6 Cylinder Engine
Cooling System:
With Heater Only: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 12 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Generator & Regulator Specifications:
4 Cylinder:
Generator #1100326
Rotation: Clockwise
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 25 Amperes
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current: 1.5-1.62 Amperes
Regulator #1119000
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 12.6 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .020
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 25 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap:
Voltage Regulator: .060 Inches
Current Regulator: .075 Inches
6 Cylinder:
Generator #1102096
Rotation: Clockwise
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes
Regulator #11190021Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 12.6 Volts
Armature Air Gap: .020
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap:
Voltage Regulator: .060 Inches
Current Regulator: .075 Inches
Distributor Specifications:
4 Cylinder Engine:
Distributor #110268
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 31-34
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 1,850 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5 Inches to 7 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 11 Degrees @ 13 Inches Vacuum
6 Cylinder Engine:
Distributor #110267
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 31-34
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 375 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 1,150 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5 Inches to 7 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 11 Degrees @ 13 Inches Vacuum
Starting Motor Specifications:
Starter #1107247
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test:
49-76 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 6,200 RPM
Resistance Test:
270-310 Amperes
4.3 Volts
Starter #1107248
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test:
49-76 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 6,200 RPM
Resistance Test:
270-310 Amperes
4.3 Volts
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications-All Series:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Nut
Adjust: Tighten right nut 2 to 3 notches tight to locking position
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Rock ring gear back & forth with box wrench on ring gear bolt.
Adnustment: .005"-.008"
Ring Gear Preload:
Method: Spacer
Adjustment: 15-25 inch pounds (New Bearings)
5-15 inch pounds (Used Bearings)
Use wrench on pinion shaft nut
Brake Drum Diameter: 9 inches
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1"
Rear: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1" (With Metallic Linings, 7/8")
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Caster: +1 Degrees
Camber: +1/2 Degree
Toe In; 3/16 to 5/16 inches;
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Rochester Carburetor Data, 4 Cylinder:
Rochester Type B:
Carburetor #: 7020103, 7020104, 7020114, & 7020115
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Rochester Carburetor Data, 6 Cylinder:
Rochester Type BC:
Carburetor #: 7020105 & 7020108
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Popular Options:
Air Conditioning, Powerglide Automatic Transmission, Power Brakes, Power Steering, Manual Radio, Push Button Radio, Tinted Glass, Seat Belts for front, Rear Armrest for 100 Series, Padded Dash, Heavy Duty Springs, Heavy Duty Rear Shocks, Power Tailgate Window for Wagons, Divided Second Seat for Wagons, Front Bucket Seats for Nova 400 except Wagons, Whitewall Tires, Full Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, 3.36:1 & 3.55:1 Axle Ratios, Positraction Rear Axle, Heavy Duty Battery, Crankcase Ventillation, 35 Ampere Generator, 42 Ampere Alternator, Heavy Duty Radiator.
Paint Colors & Codes:
900 Tuxedo Black
903 Surf Green
905 Laurel Green Poly
912 Silver Blue Poly
914 Nassau Blue Poly
917 Twilight Turquoise Poly
918 Twilight Blue Poly
920 Autumn Gold Poly
923 Roman Red
925 Coronna Cream
927 Anniversary Gold Poly
936 Ermine White
938 Almond Beige
940 Sateen SilverPoly
948 Honduras Maroon Poly
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: Nova 2 Door Hardtop, Nova Convertible
1962 Chevy II Historical Data:
1962 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction was on September 29, 1961.
Model Year Production: 326,600 Chevy II's.
100 Series: 47,000 with 35,500 having 6 Cylinder Engines
300 Series; 103,200 with 92,800 having 6 Cylinder Engines
Nova 400 Series: 116,500 all with 6 Cylinder Engines
Station Wagons: 59,900 with 57,800 having 6 Cylinder Engines
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