1962 CORVAIR

1962 CORVAIR

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Corvair, Series 500

Corvair, Series 700

Corvair Monza, Series 900

Corvair Monza Spyder, Series 900

Corvair Series 500 Body Styles:

2 Door Club Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #0527

Base Price: $1,992; Shipping Weight: 2,350 Pounds; Production Total: 16,245

Corvair Series 700 Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #0769

Base Price: $2,111; Shipping Weight: 2,410 Pounds; Production Total: 35,368

2 Door Club Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #0727

Base Price: $2,057; Shipping Weight: 2,390 Pounds; Production Total: 18,474

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #0735

Base Price: $2,407; Shipping Weight: 2,590 Pounds; Production Total: 3,716

Corvair Monza, Series 900 Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #0969

Base Price: $2,273; Shipping Weight: 2,455 Pounds; Production Total: 48,059

2 Door Club Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #0927

Base Price: $2,273; Shipping Weight: 2,440 Pounds; Production Total: 144,845

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #0967

Base Price: $2,483; Shipping Weight: 2,625 Pounds; Production Total: 13,995

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #0935

Base Price: $2,569; Shipping Weight: 2,590 Pounds; Production Total: 2,362

Corvair Monza Spyder, Series 900 Body Styles:

2 Door Club Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #0927

Base Price: $2,569; Shipping Weight: 2,490 Pounds; Production Total: 6,894

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #0967

Base Price: $2,779; Shipping Weight: 2,675 Pounds; Production Total: 2,574

1962 CORVAIR

General Engine Specifications:

80 Horsepower 6 Cylinder Engine:

Wheelbase: 108 inches

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Horizontally Opposed, Air Cooled 6 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 3.4375" X 2.60"

Engine Displacement: 145 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 80 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 128 Ft. Lbs @ 2,300 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 2 - Rochester Model 702101, 1 Barrel Carburetors

Rear Axle Ratio: 3.27:1; Optional: 3.55:1 or 3.89:1

Tire Size: 6.50 x 13 inches; Station Wagon: 7.00 x 14 inches.

84 Horsepower 6 Cylinder Engine:

Wheelbase: 108 inches

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Horizontally Opposed, Air Cooled 6 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 3.4375" X 2.60"

Engine Displacement: 145 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 84 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 130 Ft. Lbs @ 2,300 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 2 - Rochester Model 702101, 1 Barrel Carburetors

Rear Axle Ratio: 3.27:1; Optional: 3.55:1 or 3.89:1

Tire Size: 6.50 x 13 inches; Station Wagon: 7.00 x 14 inches.

102 Horsepower 6 Cylinder Engine:

Wheelbase: 108 inches

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Horizontally Opposed, Air Cooled 6 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 3.4375" X 2.60"

Engine Displacement: 145 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 102 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 134 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 2 - Rochester Model 702101, 1 Barrel Carburetors

Rear Axle Ratio: 3.27:1;; Optional: 3.55:1 or 3.89:1

Tire Size: 6.50 x 13 inches; Station Wagons: 7.00 x 14 inches

150 Horsepower Turbocharged 6 Cylinder Engine:

Wheelbase: 108 inches

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Horizontally Opposed, Air Cooled 6 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 3.4375" X 2.60"

Engine Displacement: 145 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 150 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 210 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: Carter Model 3817245, 3 Barrel CarburetorsRear Axle Ratio: 3.27:1;; Optional: 3.55:1 or 3.89:1

Tire Size: 6.50 x 13 inches

Tune Up Specifications:

Turbo-Air, Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: AC 46FF or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap:

New Points: .019"

Used Points: .016"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM

Compression Pressure: 140 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI

Turbo-Air, Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: AC 46FF or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .035;

Point Gap:

New Points: .019"

Used Points: .016"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 13 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure: 140 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI

Monza, Powerglide:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44FF or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .030

Point Gap:

New Points: .019"

Used Points: .016"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 13 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure: 160 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI

Super Turbo-Air:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44FF or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .030

Point Gap:

New Points: .019"

Used Points: .016"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 13 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure: 160 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI

Turbocharged Engine:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44FF or Equivalent

Spark Plug: Gap .030

Point Gap:

New Points: .019"

Used Points: .016"

Dwell Angle: 31-34 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 24 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 850 RPM

Compression Pressure: 14 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI

Engine Tightening Specifications:

Spark Plugs: 20-25 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 27-33 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 22-27 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Stud Nut: 55-125 Inch Lbs.

Rocker Arm Stud: 27-33 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 30-50 Inch Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 20-26 Ft. Lbs.

Crankcase Bolts: 50-55 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 40-50 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 50-60 Ft. Lbs.

Distributor Specifications:

Distributor #1110269 (Standard Transmission)

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .019" (New Points); .016" (Used Points)

Dwell Angle: 31 to34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19 to 23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16 Vacuum

Distributor #1110271 (Automatic Transmission)

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .019" (New Points); .016" (Used Points)

Dwell Angle: 31 to34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19 to 23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 800 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 1,850 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 7" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

Distributor #1110272 (Power Pack)

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .019" (New Points); .016" (Used Points)

Dwell Angle: 31 to 34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19 to 23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 425 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor #1110278 (Monza with Powerglide)

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .019" (New Points); .016" (Used Points)

Dwell Angle: 31 to 34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19 to 23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 925 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 7" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

Distributor #1110290 (Turbocharged Engine)

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .019" (New Points); .016" (Used Points)

Dwell Angle: 31 to 34 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19 to 23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 1,950 RPM

Full Advance: 17 Degrees @ 2,250 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: No Advance, Operates on Positive Pressure

Generator & Regulator Specifications:

Generator #1102226

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator Output: 30 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 1.69 to 1.79 Amperes

Regulator #1119001

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.7 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .020"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap:

Voltage Regulator: .060"

Current Regulator: .075"

Generator #1102227

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator Output: 30 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 1.69 to 1.79 Amperes

Regulator #1119001

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.7 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .020"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap:

Voltage Regulator: .060"

Current Regulator: .075"

Generator #1105135

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator Output: 35 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 2.73 to 3.00 Amperes

Regulator #1119635

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.4 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .023"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap:

Voltage Regulator: .067"

Current Regulator: .075"

Generator #1105139

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator Output: 40 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 2.73 to 3.00 Amperes

Regulator #1119654

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.4 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .023"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 40 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap:

Voltage Regulator: .067"

Current Regulator: .075"

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #1108306 (Standard Transmission)

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 58-80 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 6,750-10,500 RPM

Resistance Test: 280-320 Amperes @ 4 Volts

Part #1108307 (Automatic Transmission)

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces

No Load Test: 58-80 Amperes, 10.6 Volts @ 6,750-10,500 RPM

Resistance Test: 280-320 Amperes @ 4 Volts

Valve Specifications

Turbo-Air Engine;

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees

Valve Face Angle: 44 degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-1/2"

Valve Spring Pressure: 60 Lbs @ 1-1/2 inches

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001-.0027;

Exhaust .0015-.0032

Valve Stem Diameter: Intake: .3415"-.3422"

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

Monza Engines;

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees

Valve Face Angle: 44 degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-1/2"

Valve Spring Pressure: 60 Lbs @ 1-1/2 inches

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001-.0027;

Exhaust .0015-.0032

Valve Stem Diameter: Intake: .3415"-.3422"

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

Super Turbo Air Engines;

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees

Valve Face Angle: 45 degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-11-16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 77 Lbs @ 1-11/16 inches

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001-.0027;

Exhaust .0015-.0032

Valve Stem Diameter: Intake: .3415"-.3422"

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

Turbocharged Engines;

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees

Valve Face Angle: 45 degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-11/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 77 Lbs @ 1-11/16 inches

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001-.0027;

Exhaust .0015-.0032

Valve Stem Diameter: Intake: .3415"-.3422"

Exhaust: .3410"-.3417"

Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft Bearing Data:

All Engines:

Piston Clearance: .0011"-.0017"

Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .010

Wrist Pin Diameter: .8001"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 1.799"-1.800"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0027"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: #1 & #2: 2.0978"-2.0988"; #3 & #4: 2.0983"-2.0993"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0012"-.0037"

Thrust on Bearing #1

Shaft End Play: .002"-.006"

Capacities:

All Series:

Fuel Tank: 14 Gallons;

Engine Oil Refill: 4-1/2 Quarts, with new filter.

Grade of Oil: Summer: 30;

Winter: 10W

3 Speed Manual Transmission: 2 Pints

4 Speed Manual Transmission: 3-3/4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 6 Pints (13-14 Pints on Overhaul)

Differential: 3.2 Pints

Wheel Alignment Specifications

Caster: +1-3/4 Degrees

Front Wheel Camber: Left & Right: +1/2 Degree

Rear Wheel Camber: Left & Right: +1 Degree

Toe-In: Front: 1/4" to 3/8"; Rear: 1/8" to 3/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications

Carrier Type: Integral

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Threaded Adjuster

Adjustment: 2 to 3 notches light

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Threaded Adjuster

Adjustment: .005"-.008"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Sleeve

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 14-16 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings: 9-11 Inch Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter: 9"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 7/8"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Rochester Carburetor Adjustments

Idle Mixture Screw: 1-1/2 Turns

Float Level: 1-7/32"

Float Drop: 1-3/4"

Pump Rod: Index

Choke Rod. .160"

Choke Unloader: .245"

Carter Carburetor Adjustments, Turbocharged Engine:

Model #YH-3311S, SA

Idle Mixture Screw: 3/4 Turns

Throttle Return Check Valve: .030"

Float Level: 5/8"

Float Drop: 2-3/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: 1 Lean

Choke Unloader: 7/16"

Engine Codes:

Y = Manual Transmission, Hi-Performance Engine

YC = Manual Transmission

YH = Manual Transmission

YL = Manual Transmission with Air Conditioning

YM = Air Conditioning & Hi-Performance Engine

YN = Manual Transmission, Hi-Performance Engine

YR = 4 Speed Transmission, Turbocharged

ZB = Automatic Transmission

ZD = Automatic Transmission & Air Conditioning

ZF = Automatic Transmission, Hi-Performance Engine

ZG = Automatic Transmission, Air Conditioning, Hi-Performance Engine

ZH = Automatic Transmission

ZJ = Automatic Transmission & Air Conditioning

Beginning Serial Number:

All Series: 100001

Popular Options

Air Conditioning, Automatic Transmission, 4 Speed Manual Transmission, 98 HP Engine, 3.55:1 or 3.89:1 Axle Ratio, Manual Radio, Push Button Radio, Direct Air Heater, Gasoline Heater, Padded Dash, Folding Rear Seat (Standard on Monza), Wheel Covers (Standard on Monza), Wire Wheel Hub Caps, Spare Wheel Lock, Whitewall Tires, Two Speed Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washer, Back Up Lights, Glove Compartment Light, Heavy Duty Suspension, Bucket Front Seats for Monza Sedan (Standard on Coupe & Convertible.

Paint Colors & Codes

Code Color

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 AdobeBeige

940 Sateen Silver Poly

948 Honduras Maroon Poly

1962 Corvair Historical Data

1962 Chevrolet Corvair models were introduced on September 29, 1961.

Total 1962 Corvair Production was 306,023.

Promotional Models Produced:

Plastic: Corvair Monza Coupe