1965 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

1965 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

Model Designations:

CHRYSLER:

Chrysler Newport, Series AC1-L, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler 300, Series AC2-M, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler New Yorker, Series AC3-H, 8 Cylinder

Chrysler 300L, Series VAC2-P, 8 Cylinder

IMPERIAL:

Crown , Series AY1-M, 8 Cylinder

LeBaron, Series AY1-H, 8 Cylinder

Crown Imperial, Series N/A, 8 Cylinder

BODY STYLES & PRICES:

Chrysler Newport, 8 Cylinder

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body#C13

Base Price: $3,442; Shipping Weight: 4,025 Pounds;

Production Total: 61,054

4 Door Town Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body#C18

Base Price: $3,576; Shipping Weight: 4,040 Pounds;

Production Total: 12,411

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #C12

Base Price: $3,498; Shipping Weight: 3,985 Pounds:

Production Total: 23,655

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #C14

Base Price: $3,582; Shipping Weight: 4,040 Pounds:

Production Total: 17,062

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #C15

Base Price: $3,875; Shipping Weight: 4,070 Lbs

Production Total: 3,192

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #C56

Base Price: $3,954; Shipping Weight: 4,400 Pounds

Production Total: 4,683

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 9 Passenger, Body #C57

Base Price: $4,062; Shipping Weight: 4,465 Pounds

Production Total: 3,738

Chrysler 300 Sport, 8 Cylinder

2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #C22

Base Price: $3,984; Shipping Weight: 4,115 Pounds:

Production Total: 11,621

4 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #C24

Base Price: $4,061; Shipping Weight: 4,210 Pounds:

Production Total: 12,452

2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body #C25

Base Price: $4,344; Shipping Weight: 4,185 Pounds:

Production Total: 1,418

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #C28

Base Price: $4,056; Shipping Weight: 4,160 Pounds:

Production Total: 2,187

Chrysler New Yorker, 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger Body #C32

Base Price: $4,259; Shipping Weight: 4,245 Pounds;

Production Total: 9,357

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger Body #C33

Base Price: $4,204; Shipping Weight: 4,245 Pounds;

Production Total: 16,339

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #C34

Base Price: $4,336; Shipping Weight: 4,245 Pounds

Production Total: 21,110

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 6 Passenger, Body #C76

Base Price: $4,925; Shipping Weight: 4,645 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,368

Town & Country Station Wagon, 4 Door, 9 Passenger, Body #C77

Base Price: $5,033; Shipping Weight: 4,710 Pounds;

Production Total: 1,697

Chrysler 300L, 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #C42

Base Price: $4,251; Shipping Weight: 4,225 Pounds

Production Total: 2,045

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #C45

Base Price: $4,716; Shipping Weight: 4,155 Pounds

Production Total: 440

Imperial Crown, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #Y24

Base Price, $5,772; Shipping Weight: 5,015 Pounds;

Production Total: 11,628

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #Y22

Base Price: $5,930; Shipping Weight: 5,075 Pounds;

Production Total: 3,974

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #Y25

Base Price: $6,194; Shipping Weight: 5,345 Pounds

Production Total: 633

Imperial LeBaron, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #934

Base Price: $6,596; Shipping Weight: 5,080 Pounds;

Production Total: 2,164

Crown Imperial, 8 Cyllinder:

4 Door Limousine, 8 Passenger, Body #N/A

Base Price: $16,000; Shipping Weight: N/A

Production Total: 10

1965 CHRYSLER & IMPERIAL

Chasis:

Wheelbase:

Chrysler:

Newport, 300, & New Yorker: 124"

Station Wagons: 121"

Imperial:

Imperial, Crown, & LeBaron: 129"

Crown Imperial: 149.5"

Tire Sizes:

Chrysler:

Newport, 300 Sport: 8.25 X 14"

New Yorker, 300L & Station Wagons: 8.55 X 14"

Imperial:

Imperial, Crown, LeBaron & Crown Imperial: 8.20 X 15"

Rear Axle Ratios:

Chrysler & Imperial: 2.76:1: 3.23:1; & 3.91:1

General Engine Specifications:

8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In., 270 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"

Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.20:1

Taxable Horsepower: 57.80

Horsepower: 270 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 390 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In., 315 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"

Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 57.80

Horsepower: 315 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In., 340 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"

Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.10:1

Taxable Horsepower: 56.11

Horsepower: 340 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 470 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor

8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In., 360 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"

Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.10:1

Taxable Horsepower: 56.11

Horsepower: 360 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 470 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor

Tune Up Specifications:

Chrysler, 383 Cu. In., 270 H.P., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Spark Plug Type: Champion J14Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI

Chrysler, 383 Cu. In., 315 H.P., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Spark Plug Type: Champion J14Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI

Chrysler, 413 Cu. In., 340 H.P., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Spark Plug Type: Champion J14Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 28 to 32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 12-1/2 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral, A/C Off

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI

Chrysler, 413 Cu. Inl., 360 H.P., 8 Cylinder, Tune Up Specifications:

Spark Plug Type: Champion J10Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 27 to 31 Degrees

Total Dwell Both Sets: 36 to 40 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 12-1/2 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI

Imperial, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder, Automatic Transmission, Tune Up Specifications:

Spark Plug Type: Champion J14Y

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .017:

Distributor Cam Angle: 28 to 32 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI

Valve Specifications:

Chrysler, 8 Cylinder 360 H.P. Engine:

Valve Lash: .060"-.210"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"

Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .372"-373"

Exhaust: .371"-.372"

Chrysler, 8 Cylinder Engines, except 360 H.P.:

Valve Lash: .060"-.210"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"

Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .002"-.004"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake; .372"-373"

Exhaust: .371"-.372"

Piston, Pin, Ring, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

Chrysler, 383 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder Engines

Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"

Ring End

Compression Ring: .013"

Oil Ring: .013"

Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.6245"-2.6255"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust: #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.007"

Chrysler & Imperial, 413 Cu. In., 8 Cylinder Engines

Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"

Ring End

Compression Ring: .013"

Oil Ring: .013"

Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust: #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .002"-.007"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

All Engines:

Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Chylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 50 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft.Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities:

Chrysler, All Series, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 16 Quarts

With Heater: 17 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons (Station Wagons: 22 Gallons)

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 5 Pints

4 Speed: 7-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Imperial, All Series, 8 Cylinder, Capacities:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 16 Quarts

With Heater: 17 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

* Add 1 Quart for Oil Filter.

Alternator & Regulator Specifications

Alternator # 2098835

Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Current Output: 26 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 RPM

Operating Voltage: 15 Amperes, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM

Voltage Regulator Air Gap: .015"

Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"

Alternator # 2098830

Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Current Output: 35 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 RPM

Operating Voltage: 15 Amperes, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM

Voltage Regulator Air Gap: .012"-.016"

Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"

Alternator # 2098850

Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Current Output: 39 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 RPM

Operating Voltage: 15 Amperes, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees @ 1,250 RPM

Voltage Regulator Air Gap: .012"-.016"

Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #1889200

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces

No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM

Torque Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque

Part #205150

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces

No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 1,925-2,400 RPM

Torque Test: 400-450 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 24 Ft Lbs Torque

Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Chrysler 383 Cu. In. Engine:

Distributor #2444676

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4-1/2" to 8"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 14 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum

Chrysler 413 Cu. In. Engine:

Distributor #2444867

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 490 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 9"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Chrysler, 413 Cu. In. Power Pack Engine:

Distributor #2444683

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 27 to 31 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 36 to 40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 475 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7.2" to 8.9"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum

Chrysler, 413 Cu. In. Power Pack Engine:

Distributor #1BS-4006K

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 27 to 31 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 36 to 40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 475 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7.2" to 8.9"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum

Carter Carburetor Specifications-8 Cylinder:

Carburetor Model: BBD

Part # 3849S

Idle Screw Setting: 1 Turn

Fast Idle Speed: 700 RPM

Float Level: 1/4"

Pump Travel: 1"

Choke Unloader Setting: 1/4"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: AFB

Part # 3855S

Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns

Fast Idle Speed: 700 RPM

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 7/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 3/4"

Secondary: 3/4"

Pump Travel Setting: 7/16"

Choke Unloader Setting: 3/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich

Carburetor Model: AFB

Part # 3858S, 3860S

Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns

Fast Idle Speed: 700 RPM

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 7/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 3/4"

Secondary: 3/4"

Pump Travel Setting: 7/16"

Choke Unloader Setting: 3/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

Carburetor Model: AFB

Part # 3871S

Idle Screw Setting: 1-1/2 Turns

Fast Idle Speed: 700 RPM

Float Level:

Primary: 7/32"

Secondary: 7/32"

Float Drop:

Primary: 3/4"

Secondary: 3/4"

Pump Travel Setting: 7/16"

Choke Unloader Setting: 3/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:

Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications, All Chrysler & Imperial Models:

Rear Axle:

Carrier Type: Removable

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Threaded Adjuster

Adjustment: Adjusted correctly when ring gear & pinion backlash adjusted correctly.

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Washer

Adjustment: .006"-.008"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.

Brakes:

Brake Drum Diameter: 11"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series With Manual Steering:

Caster: - 1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left Side: +1/2 Degrees

Right Side: +1/4 Degrees

Toe In: 1/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.8 Degrees (Imperial: 18.5 Degrees)

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Series With Power Steering:

Caster: + 3/4 Degrees

Camber:

Left Side: +1/2 Degrees

Right Side: +1/4 Degrees

Toe In: 1/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.8 Degrees (Imperial: 18.5 Degrees)

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Popular Options, Chrysler:

Power Brakes on Newport & 300; Power Steering on Newport & 300; Air Conditioning; Dual Air Conditioning (Newport & 300 Sport); Cruise Control; Front Console for 300; Left Outside Remote Mirror; Power Bucket Seats; Power Door Locks; Power Front Seats; Power Windows; Golden Tone Radio; Golden Touch Tune Radio; AM-FM Radio; Rear Speaker; Power Antenna; Tailgate Assist Handle for Station Wagons; Tinted Glass; Adjustable Steering Wheel; Seat Belts; Leather Trim in 300 Hardtop & Convertible; Positive Traction Rear Axle; Undercoating.

Popular Options, Imperial:

Power Brakes; Power Steering; Air Conditioning; Cruise Control; Automatic Headlight Beam Changer; Rear Window Defroster; Electric Door Locks; Power Vent Windows; Heater; 6 Way Power Seat; Swivel Seat; Stainless Steel Roof in Custom; Sure Grip Differential; Leather Trim; Electric Touch Tuner Radio with Rear Speaker & Power Antenna; AM-FM Radio; Rear Reverbator Speaker; Adjustable Steering Wheel; Remote Control Outside Mirror; Tinted Glass, Right Side Rear View Mirror; Remote Power Trunk Lock.

Colors & Codes, Chrysler & Imperial:

Code Color

AA-1 Regal Gold

BB-1 Formal Black

CC-1 Ice Blue

DD-1 Nassau Blue

EE-1 Navy Blue

FF-1 Mist Blue

GG-1 Sequoia Green

KK-1 Peacock Turquoise

LL-1 Royal Turquoise

MM-1 Granite Gray

NN-1 Silver Mist

RR-1 Sierra Sand

SS-1 French Ivory

TT-1 Spanish Red

VV-1 Cordovan

WW-1 Persian White

XX-1 Sand Dune Beige

YY-1 Sable Tan

ZZ-1 Frost Tuquoise

22-1 Sage Green

33-1 Pink Silver

44-1 Moss Gold

55-1 Black Plum

66-1 Mauve

77-1 Patrician Gold

Promotional Model Cars Produced:

Plastic: 300 2 Door Hardtop, 300 Convertible, Imperial 2 Door Hardtop, Imperial Convertible

1965 Chrysler Historical Data

The 1965 Chrysler Model Year Introduction date was on September 30, 1964.

Total 1965 Chrysler Production was 206,187.

Total 1965 Imperial Production was 18,399.