1963 DODGE
Model Designations:
Dodge Dart 170, Series TL1L, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart 270, Series TL1H, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart GT, Series TL1P, 6 Cylinder
Dodge 330, Series TD1L, 6 Cylinder
Dodge 330, Series TD2L, 8 Cylinder
Dodge 440, Series TD1M, 6 Cylinder
Dodge 440, Series TD2M, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Polara, Series TD1H, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Polara, Series TD2H, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Polara 500, Series TD2P, 8 Cylinder
Dodge 880, Series TA3E, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Custom 880, Series TA3L, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart 170
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #713
Base Price: $ 2,041; Shipping Weight: 2,634 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #711
Base Price: $ 1,983; Shipping Weight: 2,614 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #756
Base Price: $ 2,309; Shipping Weight: 2,735 Pounds;
Total Dart 170 Production: 51,300
Dodge Dart 270, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #733
Base Price: $ 2,135; Shipping Weight: 2,644 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #731
Base Price: $ 2,079; Shipping Weight: 2,624 Pounds;
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #735
Base Price: $2,385; Shipping Weight: 2,710 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #776
Base Price: $ 2,433; Shipping Weight: 2,745 Pounds;
Total Dart 270 Production: 55,300
Dodge Dart GT, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #742
Base Price: $ 2,290; Shipping Weight: 2,661 Pounds;
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #745
Base Price: $ 2,512; Shipping Weight: 2,740 Pounds;
Total Dodge Dart GT Production: 34,300
Dodge 330, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #413
Base Price: $ 2,301; Shipping Weight: 3,064 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #411
Base Price: $ 2,245; Shipping Weight: 3,029 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #456
Base Price: $ 2,648; Shipping Weight: 3,293 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #457
Base Price: $ 2,749; Shipping Weight: 3,358 Pounds;
Dodge 330, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #613
Base Price: $ 2,408; Shipping Weight: 3,253 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #611
Base Price: $ 2,352; Shipping Weight: 3,218 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #656
Base Price: $ 2,756; Shipping Weight: 3,478 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #657
Base Price: $ 2,857; Shipping Weight: 3,543 Pounds;
Total Dodge 330 Production: 64,100
Dodge 440, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #423
Base Price: $ 2,428; Shipping Weight: 3,068 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #421
Base Price: $ 2,381; Shipping Weight: 3,038 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #422
Base Price: $ 2,470; Shipping Weight: 3,053 Pounds;
Dodge 440, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #623
Base Price: $ 2,546; Shipping Weight: 3,262 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #621
Base Price: $ 2,489; Shipping Weight: 3,232 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #622
Base Price: $ 2,577; Shipping Weight: 3,242 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #666
Base Price: $2,854; Shipping Weight: 3,487 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9, Passenger, Body #667
Base Price: $2,956; Shipping Weight: 3,552 Pounds
Total Dodge 440 Production: 44,300
Dodge Polara, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #433
Base Price: $2,602; Shipping Weight: 3,096 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #432
Base Price: $2,624; Shipping Weight: 3,071 Pounds
Dodge Polara, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #633
Base Price: $2,709; Shipping Weight: 3,262 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #632
Base Price: $2,732; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Pounds
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #634
Base Price: $2,781; Shipping Weight: 3,370 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #635
Base Price: $2,963; Shipping Weight: 3,380 Pounds
Total Dodge Polara Production: 37,600
Dodge Polara 500, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #642
Base Price: $2,965; Shipping Weight: 3,426 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #635
Base Price: $3,196; Shipping Weight: 3,547 Pounds
Total Dodge Polara 500 Production: 7,300
Dodge 880, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #503
Base Price: $2,813; Shipping Weight: 3,790 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #556
Base Price: $3,142; Shipping Weight: 4,135 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #557
Base Price: $3,257; Shipping Weight: 4,185 Pounds
Total Dodge 880 Production: 7,200
Dodge Custom 880, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #513
Base Price: $2,964; Shipping Weight: 3,730 Pounds
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #514
Base Price: $3,109; Shipping Weight: 3,745 Pounds
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #512
Base Price: $3,030; Shipping Weight: 3,705 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #515
Base Price: $3,251; Shipping Weight: 3,770 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #558
Base Price: $3,292; Shipping Weight: 4,110 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #559
Base Price: $3,407; Shipping Weight: 4,165 Pounds
Total Dodge Custom 880 Production: 23,100 including Station Wagons.
Wheelbase:
Dart:
Passenger Cars: 111"
Station Wagons: 106"
Dodge:
Passenger Cars: 119"
Station Wagons: 116""
Dodge 880 & Custom 880: 122"
Tire Sizes:
Dart: 6.50 X 13"
Dodge: 7.00 X 14"
Dodge 880 & Custom 880: 8.00 X 14"
Engine Availability by Model:
Engine Model
101 HP, 170 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on Dart
145 HP, 225 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on 330, 440, & Polara 6. Optional on Dart
230 HP, 318 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on 330, 440, & Ploara V8.
265 HP, 361 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on 880 & Custom 880
305 HP, 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Polara 500. Optional on all except Dart
330 HP. 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on all except Dart
360 HP, 413 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on 880 & Custom 880
370 HP, 426 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on 330, 440, & Polara (Ram Induction)
425 HP, 426 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on 330, 440, & Polara (Ram Induction)
1963 DODGE
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine, 170 Cu. Inch, 101 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.400" X 3.13"
Engine Displacement: 170 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 101 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 155 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
6 Cylinder Engine, 225 Cu. Inch, 145 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.400" X 4.125"
Engine Displacement: 225 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 145 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 215 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch, 230 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.92
Horsepower: 230 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 340 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 Cu. Inch, 265 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 265 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 380 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 Cu. Inch, 305 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 305 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 410 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 330 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.80
Horsepower: 320 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 430 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 325 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.80
Horsepower: 325 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 370 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 370 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 375 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 13.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 375 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 465 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 415 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 415 @ 5,600 RPM
Torque: 470 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 425 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 13050:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 425 @ 5,600 RPM
Torque: 480 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
1963 DODGE
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 170 & 225 Cu. Inch Engines with One Barrel Carburetor;
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .020"
Cam Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC, on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with Standard Transmission;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with Automatic Transmission;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engine, with 4 Barrel Carburetor;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 200 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. Inch Engine;
Spark Plug Type: Champion J10Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 800 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 800 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI
Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Intake .010"
Exhaust .020"
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Face: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 43 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Intake .013"
Exhaust .021"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361, 383 & 426 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Exhaust: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"
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"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash, Cold:
Intake: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Exhaust: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 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"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. In. Hemi-Charger Engines:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .028"
Exhaust: .032
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 266 Lbs @ 1.36 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .002"-.004"
Exhaust .003"-.005"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .309"
Exhaust: .308"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 6 Cylinder:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9008"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.1865"-2.1875"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In. Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .015"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5005"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
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 on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. In. Engines with Compression Ratio of 11.00:1:
Piston Clearance: .004"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .002"-.0045"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.004"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. In. Engines with Compression Ratio of 13.50:1:
Piston Clearance: .0095"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .023"
Oil Ring: .023"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .002"-.0045"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0045"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. In. Hemi-Charger Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0125"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.373"-2.374"
Bearing Clearance: .0025"-.0035"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .002"-.004"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.0085"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 200 Inch Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 10 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:
Aluminum: 50 Ft. Lbs.
Cast Iron: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: Press Fit
8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 40 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 36 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 50 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
6 Cylinder 170 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
6 Cylinder 225 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 12 Quarts
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 18 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 20 Quarts
With Heater: 21 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 21 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 19 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
4 Speed: 3-1/8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
8 Cylinder, 361, 383, & 426 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 19 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallonw
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
4 Speed: 3-1/8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder: 170 Cu. Inch Engines with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2098675
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder: 170 Cu. Inch Engines with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2098665
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 375 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:, 225 Cu. Inch Engines
Distributor #20958670
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 390 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2098680
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2098685
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 330 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,600 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor #1BP-4003C
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 26-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-22 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 570 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,600 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" to 10" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:
Distributor #2095836
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 250 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 14 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, Dodge 383 & 426 Cu. Inch High Performance Engines:
Distributor #1BS-4006G
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Dwell Angle:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 570 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,600 RPM
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 275 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, Dodge 426 Cu. Inch Engines:
Distributor #1BB-4202
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Dwell Angle:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 570 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,600 RPM
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 30 Ounces (Maximum)
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 1,030 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: None
Maximum Vacuum Advance: None
Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #2095150
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 85 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 1,950 RPM
Lock Test: 475 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 24.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #2098500
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 2,950 RPM
Lock Test: 340-420 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Part #1889100
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 78 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Alternerator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternerator #2098835
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 26 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2098830
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 35 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .012"-.016"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2098350
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 39 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .012"-.016"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .045"-.052"
Rear Axle & Brake Cylinder Specifications:
Dart:
Carrier Type: Integral
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Will be adjusted properly when ring gear & pinion backlash is adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .004"-.007"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning pinion flange nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 0-13 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Dodge 880 Passenger Car:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: Will be adjusted properly when ring gear & pinion backlash is adjusted correctly.
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning pinion flange nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, All Models:
Manual Steering:
Caster: - 1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Power Steering:
Caster: + 3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left Side: +1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8"
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Carburetor Specifications:
See Database for 1963 Chrysler Corporation Carburetor Specifications for information.
Popular Options:
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1963 Dodge Colors & Codes:
Code Color Availability
AA-1 Turquoise Dodge, Dart & Polara
BB-1 Onyx Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
CC-1 Light Blue Dodge, Cart, Custom & Polara
DD-1 Medium Blue Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
EE-1 Dark Blue Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
GG-1 Light Green Custom
HH-1 Forest Green Custom
JJ-1 Aqua Dodge, Dart, Polara
KK-1 Slate TGurquoise Custom
LL-1 Dark Turquoise Custom
MM-1 Ivory Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
NN-1 Steell Gray Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
PP-1 Vermilion Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
WW-1 Polar Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
XX-1 Beige Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
YY-1 Sandalwood Dodge, Dart, Custom & Polara
ZZ-1 Cordovan Custom
1963 Dodge Historical Data:
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The 1963 Dodge model year introduction was on September 26, 1962.
Total 1963 Dodge Production was 317,300.
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Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Dodge Polara 2 Door Hardtop; Dodge Polara Convertible.
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