1964 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: $2,000; Shipping Weight: 2,365 Pounds; Production Total: 22,968

Corvair Series 700 Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #0769

Base Price: $2,119; Shipping Weight: 2,341 Pounds; Production Total: 16,295

Corvair Monza, Series 900 Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #0969

Base Price: $2,335; Shipping Weight: 2,470 Pounds; Production Total: 21,926

2 Door Club Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #0927

Base Price: $2,281; Shipping Weight: 2,445 Pounds; Production Total: 88,440

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #0967

Base Price: $2,492; Shipping Weight: 2,555 Pounds; Production Total: 31,045

Corvair Monza Spyder, Series 900 Body Styles:

2 Door Club Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #0927

Base Price: $2,599; Shipping Weight: 2,470 Pounds; Production Total: 6,480

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #0967

Base Price: $2,811; Shipping Weight: 2,580 Pounds; Production Total: 4,761

1964 CORVAIR

General Engine Specifications:

95 Horsepower 6 Cylinder Engine:

Wheelbase: 108 inches

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

Bore & Stroke: 3.4375" X 294"

Engine Displacement: 164 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 95 @ 3,600 RPM

Torque: 154 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 2 - Rochester Model 7024023, 1 Barrel Carburetors

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

Tire Size: 6.50 x 14 inches

110 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: 164 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 110 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 160 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: 2 - Rochester Model 7024023, 1 Barrel Carburetors

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

Tire Size: 6.50 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 2.94"

Engine Displacement: 164 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 28.36

Horsepower: 150 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 232 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40 PSI

Carburetor: Carter Model 3817245, 3 Barrel Carburetor

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

Tire Size: 6.50 x 14 inches

Tune Up Specifications:

95 HP, 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: 6 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM

Compression Pressure: 130 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

95 HP, 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: 14 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure: 130 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

110 HP 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: 14 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure: 130 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 PSI

150 HP Engine (Turbocharged):

Spark Plug Type: AC 46 FF 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: 6 Degrees Before TDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 475 RPM

Compression Pressure: 130 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5 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 #1110310 (95 HP - 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 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 5" to 7" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum

Distributor #1110311 (95 HP - 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 @ 975 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6" to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Distributor #1110319 (110 HP 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 @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger: 6" to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Distributor #1110314 (150 HP - 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 @ 2,000 RPM

Full Advance: 6 Degrees @ 2,250 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

No Advance, Operates on Positive Pressure

Generator & Regulator Specifications:

Generator #1102236

Ground Polarity: Negative

Generator Output: 35 Amperes

Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces

Field Current: 1.69 to 1.79 Amperes

Regulator #1119002

Cutout Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.7 Volts

Armature Air Gap: .020"

Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 35 Amperes

Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .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

All Engines;

Valve Lash: 1 Turn

Valve Seat Angle: 45 degrees

Valve Face Angle: 44 degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-21/32"

Valve Spring Pressure: 175 Lbs @ 1.26 inches

Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001-.0027

Exhaust .0014-.0029

Valve Stem Diameter: Intake: .3414"-.3422"

Exhaust: .3413"-.3418"

Piston, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft Bearing Data:

All Engines:

Piston Clearance: .0011"-.0017"

Ring End Gap (Minimum):

Compression Ring: .013"

Oil Ring: .015

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: #1 & #2: .0012"-.0027"; #3 & #4: .0007"-.0022"

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: 3.1 Pints

4 Speed Manual Transmission: 3.6 Pints

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

Differential: 4 Pints

Wheel Alignment Specifications

Caster: +2 Degrees

Front Wheel Camber: Left & Right: +0 Degrees

Rear Wheel Camber: Left & Right: +0 Degrees

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: 1-1/16"

Float Drop: 1-13/16"

Idle Vent Valve: .015"

Vacuum Break: .190"

Pump Rod: Index

Choke Rod. .190"

Choke Unloader: .325"

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:

YC = Manual Transmission

YL = Manual Transmission with Air Conditioning

YM = Manual Transmission, Turbocharged

YN = Manual Transmission, Hi-Performance Engine

Z = Automatic Transmission

ZD = Automatic Transmission & Air Conditioning

ZF = Automatic Transmission, Hi-Performance Engine

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

ZH = Automatic Transmission

Beginning Serial Number:

All Series: 100001

Popular Options

Air Conditioning, Automatic Transmission, 4 Speed Manual Transmission, 110 HP Engine, 3.55:1 Axle Ratio, Posi-Traction Rear End, Heavy Duty Clutch, Manual Radio, Push Button Radio, Push Button Radio & Rear Seat Speaker except Convertible), Direct Air Heater, Padded Dash, Folding Rear Seat (Standard on Monza), Wheel Covers (Standard on Monza), Wire Wheel Hub Caps, Kelsey Hayes Wire Wheels, 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), Power Operated Convertible Top.

Paint Colors & Codes

Code Color

900 Tuxedo Black

905 Meadow Green Poly

908 Bahama Green Poly

912 Silver Blue Poly

916 Daytona Blue Poly

918 Azue Aqua Poly

919 Lagoon Aqua Poly

920 Almond Fawn Poly

922 Ember Red

932 Saddle Tan Poly

936 Ermine White

938 Desert Beige

940 Satin Silvef Poly

943 Goldwood Yellow

948 Palomar Red Poly

1964 Corvair Historical Data

The 1964 Chevrolet Corvair was introduced September 26, 1963.

1964 Corvair Production was 199,387.

Promotional Models Produced:

Plastic: Corvair Monza Coupe & Corvair Monza Convertible

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