1965 CHEVROLET
CHEVY II
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Series 100-4, 4 Cylinder
Series 100-6, 6 Cylinder
Series 115, Nova, 6 Cylinder
Series 117, Nova Super Sport, 6 Cylinder
Chasis Features:
Wheelbase: 110 Inches - All Series
Overall Length, All Except Station Wagon: 182.9"; Station Wagons: 187.6"
Tire Size:
Passengr Cars: 6:50 X 13 Inches
Nova SS: 6.95 X 14 Inches
Station Wagons: 7.00 X 13 Inches
1965 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.
6 Cylinder Engine-230 Cu. In., 140 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.25"
Engine Displacement: 230 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
Taxable Horsepower: 35.48
Horsepower: 140 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 220 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.
8 Cylinder Engine-283 Cu. In., 195 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.00"
Engine Displacement: 283 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.25:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.05
Horsepower: 195 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.
8 Cylinder Engine-283 Cu. In., 220 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 3.875" X 3.00"
Engine Displacement: 283 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.25:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.05
Horsepower: 220 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 295 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.
8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In., 250 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 4.001" X 3.25"
Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.22
Horsepower: 250 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 350 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.
8 Cylinder Engine-327 Cu. In., 300 HP:
Bore & Stroke: 4.001" X 3.25"
Engine Displacement: 327 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.22
Horsepower: 300 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 360 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 Lbs/Sq. In.
100 SERIES, 4 CYLINDER:
Model #11169; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,005; Shipping Weight: 2,520 Lbs.
Model #11111, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $1,968; Shipping Weight: 2,505 Lbs..
100 SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #11369; 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,070; Shipping Weight: 2,620 Lbs.
Model #11311, 2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,033; Shipping Weight: 2,605 Lbs..
Model #11325, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,362; Shipping Weight: 2,875 Lbs.
115 NOVA SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #11569, 4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger,
Base Price: $2,195; Shipping Weight: 2,645 Lbs.
Model #11537, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $2,222; Shipping Weight: 2,645 Lbs.
Model #11535, 4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger
Base Price: $2,456; Shipping Weight: 2,880 Lbs.
NOVA SUPER SPORT SERIES, 6 CYLINDER:
Model #11737, 2 Door Hardtop Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger
Base Price: $2,381; Shipping Weight: 2,690 Lbs.
Production Note: No production total breakdown per series, model or engine.
1965 Chevy II Production:
Passenger Cars: 40,500*
Station Wagons: 21,500*
* Approximate Figures.
1965 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: 130 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI
6 Cylinder Engine, 194 Cu. In.:
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: 130 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI
6 Cylinder Engine, 230 Cu. In.:
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: 4 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In.:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC 45
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019" (New Points)
.016" (Used Points)
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
195 HP Engine: 4 Degrees BTDC
220 HP Engine: 6 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 450 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage: 12 Volts
Spark Plug:
Type AC 43
Gap .035
Point Gap: .019" (New Points)
.016" (Used Points)
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
250 HP Engine: 4 Degrees BTDC
300 HP Engine: 8 Degrees BTDC
Location: Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 475 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 450 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Lbs.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
4 Cylinder Engine:
Valve Lash: 1 Turn Valve Seat Angle:
Seat, 46 Degrees; Face, 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 175 Lbs @ 1.26"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404"-.3417"
Exhaust: .3410"-3.417"
6 Cylinder Engine, 194 Cu. In.:
Valve Lash: 1 Turn Valve Seat Angle:
Seat, 46 Degrees; Face, 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 170 Lbs @ 1.33"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404"-.3417"
Exhaust: .3410"-.3417
6 Cylinder Engine, 230 Cu. In.:
Valve Lash: 1 Turn Valve Seat Angle:
Seat, 46 Degrees; Face, 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 175 Lbs @ 1.26"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404"-.3417"
Exhaust: .3410"-.3417
8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In.:
Valve Lash: 1 Turn Valve Seat Angle:
Seat, 46 Degrees; Face, 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 175 Lbs @ 1.26"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404"-.3417"
Exhaust: .3410"-.3417
8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:
Valve Lash: 1 Turn Valve Seat Angle:
Seat, 46 Degrees; Face, 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.66"
Valve Spring Pressure: 175 Lbs @ 1.26"
Valve Stem Clearance
Intake: .001-.0033"
Exhaust: .001-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3404"-.3417"
Exhaust: .3410"-.3417
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, 194 Cu. In.:
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, 230 Cu. In.:
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"
8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In.:
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: 2.2978"-2.2988"
Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum
Thrust on Bearing #: Rear
Shaft End Play: .003"-.011"
8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0011"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013
Oil Ring: .015
Wrist Pin Diameter: .927"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 1.999"-2.000"
Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
Front: 2.2987"-2.2997"
Rear: 2.2978"-2.2988"
Others: 2.2983"-2.2993"
Bearing Clearance: .004" Maximum
Thrust on Bearing #: Rear
Shaft End Play: .003"-.011"
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, 194 Cu. In.:
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, 230 Cu. In.:
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, 8 Cylinder, 283 Cu. In.:
Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs
Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold: 20 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Cover: 55 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper: Pressed on.
Engine Tightening, 8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In.:
Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs
Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold: 20 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Cover: 55 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities-All Series :
With 4 Cylinder Engine
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 8 Quarts
With Heater Only: 9 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 9 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 2 Pints
4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
With 6 Cylinder Engine, 194 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 10 Quarts
With Heater Only: 11 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 11 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 2 Pints
Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
With 6 Cylinder Engine, 230 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater Only: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 12 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 2 Pints
Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater Only: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 2 Pints
Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 3-1/2 Pints
With 8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:
Cooling System:
With No Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater Only: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Cap Relief Pressure:
Without Air Conditioning: 13 PSI
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts with Filter
Manual Transmission: Three Speed: 2 Pints
Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 1-1/2 Quarts with Normal Change
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Alternator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternator #11006695
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 32 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2-2.6 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 21 Amperes
5000 RPM: 30 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5-3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1100669
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 42 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2-2.6 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 28 Amperes
5000 RPM: 40 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5-3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1100693
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 37 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2-2.6 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 25 Amperes
5000 RPM: 35 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5-3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1100694
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 55 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2-2.6 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 32 Amperes
5000 RPM: 50 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .030"
Closing Voltage: 1.5-3.2 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Air Gap: .067"
Point Gap: .014"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1100697
Ground Polarity: Negative
Rated Capacity: 60 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2-2.6 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
2000 RPM: 36 Amperes
5000 RPM: 58 Amperes
Regulator #1116368
Field Relay:
Air Gap: .015"
Point Gap: .025"
Closing Voltage: 2.5-3.5 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.4-14.3 Volts
Distributor Specifications:
4 Cylinder Engine:
Distributor #110292
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 Engines, 194 Cu. In:
Distributor #110293
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
6 Cylinder Engine, 230 Cu. In.:
Distributor #110280
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 @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5 to 7 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 11 Degrees @ 13 Inches Vacuum
6 Cylinder Engine, 230 Cu. In.:
Distributor #110321
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: 16 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5 to 7 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 10 Degrees @ 14 Inches Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In., 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #111015
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 28-32
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7 to 9 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 8 Degrees @ 16 Inches Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 283 Cu. In., 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #111075
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 28-32
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5 to 7 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 12 Degrees @ 14 Inches Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 327 Cu. In.:
Distributor #111071
Cam Rotation: Clockwise
Point Opening:
New Points: .019"
Used Points: .016"
Cam Angle Degrees: 28-32
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 425 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,250 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6 to 8 Inches
Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 8 Degrees @ 8 Inches Vacuum
Starting Motor Specifications:
4 & 6 Cylinder:
Starter #1107259
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test:
49-76 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 6,200-9,400 RPM
Resistance Test:
270-310 Amperes
4.3 Volts
Starter #1107260
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test:
49-76 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 6,200-9,400 RPM
Resistance Test:
270-310 Amperes
4.3 Volts
8 Cylinder, 283 Cu. In.:
Starter #1107247
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test:
49-76 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 6,200-9,400 RPM
Resistance Test:
270-310 Amperes
4.3 Volts
8 Cylinder, 327 Cu. In.:
Starter #1107320
Clockwise Rotation
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test:
64-100 Amperes
10.6 Volts @ 3,600-5,100 RPM
Resistance Test:
300-360 Amperes
3.5 Volts
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications-All Series:
Carrier Type: Integral
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shim
Adjust: .010"
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Check with dial gauge
Adnustment: .005"-.008"
Ring Gear Preload:
Method: Spacer
Adjustment: 20-25 inch pounds (New Bearings)
Use wrench on pinion shaft nut
Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2 inches
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/16"
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: 18.7 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Rochester Carburetor Data, 6 Cylinder:
Rochester Type BV:
Carburetor #: 7025105, 7025003, 7025004, 7025005
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Vent: .050"
Vacuum Break: .160"
Rochester Type BV:
Carburetor #: 7025108, 7025000
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Vent: .050"
Vacuum Break: .140"
Rochester Carburetor Data, 8 Cylinder:
Rochester Type 2GV:
Carburetor #: 7024101
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 3/4"
Float Drop: 1-29/32"
Idle Vent: 49/64"
Vacuum Break: .120"
Rochester Type 2GV:
Carburetor #: 7024110, 7024112
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 3/4"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Vent: 1"
Vacuum Break: .090"
Rochester Type 4GC:
Carburetor #: 7025121, 7025122, 7025126, 7025127, 7025128
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level:
Primary: 1-17/32"
Secondary: 1-19/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 2-1/4"
Secondary: 2-1/4"
Idle Vent: 21/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Rochester Type 4GC:
Carburetor #: 7025123, 7024124
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level:
Primary: 1-1/2"
Secondary: 1-13/32"
Float Drop:
Primary: 1-1/2"
Secondary: 1-7/16"
Vacuum Assist Spring: 1-5/32"
Idle Vent: 15/16"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Carter Type YF:
Carburetor #: 3379S & 3402S
Idle Screw Setting, Turns to Open: 1-1/2
Fast Idle Speed: 1,750 RPM
Float Level:
Primary: 7/16"
Float Drop:
Primary: 1-1/4"
Popular Options:
Air Conditioning, Powerglide Automatic Transmission, Power Brakes, Power Steering, Manual Radio, Push Button Radio, AM-FM Push Button Radio, Rear Seat Speaker, Tinted Glass, Heavy Duty Brakes, Grille Guard, Rear Bumper Guard, Padded Dash, Luggage Rack for Station Wagon, Two-Tone Paint, Power Tailgate Window (Wagons), Divided Second Seat (Wagons), Full Wheel Covers, Wire Wheel Covers, Tachometer, Positraction Rear Axle, Heavy Duty Clutch, Alternato Optionsr, Heavy Duty Radiator, Various Tire Options, 8 Cylinder Engine Options.
Paint Colors & Codes:
AA Tuxedo Black
CC Ermine White
DD Mist Blue Poly
EE Danube Blue Poly
FF Nassau Blue Poly
GG Glen Green Poly
HH Willow Green Poly
JJ Cypress Green Poly
KK Artesian Turquoise Poly
LL Tahitian turquoise Poly
MM Milano Maroon Poly
NN Madeira Maroon Poly
PP Evening Orchid Poly
QQ Silver Pearl Poly
RR Regal Red
SS Sierra Tan Poly
UU Rally Red
VV Cameo Beige
WW Glacier Gray Poly
XX Goldwood Yellow
YY Crocus Yellow
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: 2 Door Hardtop
1965 Chevy II Historical Data:
1965 Chevrolet Model Year Introduction date is not avaiable.
Model Year Production: Approximately 93,110 Chevy II's.
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