1968 DODGE
Model Designations:
Dodge Dart, Series CL1L, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart, Series CL2L, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart 270, SeriesCL1H, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart 270, Series CL2H, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart GT, Series CL1P, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Dart GT, Series CL2P, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart GTS, Series CL2, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Coronet, Series DW1L, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Coronet, Series DW2L, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Coronet 440, Series DW1H, 6 Cylinder
Dodge Coronet 440, Series DW1H, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Coronet 500, Series DW2P, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Coronet R/T, Series DW2S, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Charger, Series XP, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Charger R/T, Series XS, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Polara, Series DL, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Polara 500, Series DM, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Monaco, Series DH, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Monaco 500, Series DP, 8 Cylinder
Dodge Dart, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $ 2,334; Shipping Weight: 2,725 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #21
Base Price: $ 2,297; Shipping Weight: 2,710 Pounds;
Dodge Dart, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $ 2,462; Shipping Weight: 2,910 Pounds;
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #21
Base Price: $ 2,425; Shipping Weight: 2,895 Pounds;
Total Dart Production:
Passenger Cars: 60,300
Dodge Dart 270, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $ 2,473; Shipping Weight: 2,735 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $ 2,499; Shipping Weight: 2,725 Pounds;
Dodge Dart 270, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $ 2,601; Shipping Weight: 2,915 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $ 2,735; Shipping Weight: 2,915 Pounds;
Total Dart 270 Production:
Passenger Cars: 76,500
Dodge Dart GT, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $ 2,611; Shipping Weight: 2,750 Pounds;
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #27
Base Price: $ 2,831; Shipping Weight: 2,850 Pounds;
Dodge Dart GT, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $ 2,739; Shipping Weight: 2,930 Pounds;
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #27
Base Price: $ 2,959; Shipping Weight: 3,030 Pounds;
Dodge Dart GTS, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $ 3,163; Shipping Weight: 3,038 Pounds;
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #27
Base Price: $ 3,383; Shipping Weight: 3,310 Pounds;
Total Dodge Dart GT & GTS Production: 35,000
Dodge Coronet, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $ 2,499; Shipping Weight: 3,070 Pounds;
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #21
Base Price: $ 2,461; Shipping Weight: 3,045 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #45
Base Price: $ 2,790; Shipping Weight: 3,495 Pounds;
Dodge Coronet, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $ 2,593; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Pounds;
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #21
Base Price: $ 2,555; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #45
Base Price: $ 2,884; Shipping Weight: 3,625 Pounds;
Total Dodge Coronet DeLuxe Production:
Passenger Cars: 45,000
Station Wagons: 30,100*
* Includes Coronet 440 & 500 Station Wagon Production
Dodge Coronet 440, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $ 2,577; Shipping Weight: 3,060 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $ 2,601; Shipping Weight: 3,065 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #45
Base Price: $2,898; Shipping Weight: 3,495 Pounds
Dodge Coronet 440, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $ 2,683; Shipping Weight: 3,225 Pounds;
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $ 2,707; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Pounds;
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #45
Base Price: $3,004; Shipping Weight: 3,605 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9, Passenger, Body #46
Base Price: $3,114; Shipping Weight: 3,705 Pounds
Total Dodge Coronet 440 Production:
Passenger Cars: 103,500
Station Wagons: 30,500*
* Includes Coronet & Coronet 500 Station Wagon Production
Dodge Coronet 500, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $2,886; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Pounds
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $2,836; Shipping Weight: 3,280 Pounds
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #27
Base Price: $3,036; Shipping Weight: 3,355 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #45
Base Price: $3,186; Shipping Weight: 3,615 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9, Passenger, Body #46
Base Price: $3,296; Shipping Weight: 3,715 Pounds
Total Dodge Coronet 500 Production:
Passenger Cars: 30,100
Station Wagons: 30,500*
* Includes Coronet & Coronet 440 Station Wagon Production
Dodge Coronet R/T, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $3,353; Shipping Weight: 3,565 Pounds
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #27
Base Price: $3,613; Shipping Weight: 3,640 Pounds
Total Dodge Coronet R/T Production: 10,900
Dodge Charger, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #29
Base Price: $3,014; Shipping Weight: 3,500 Pounds;
Dodge Charger R/T, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door R/T Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #29
Base Price: $3,480; Shipping Weight: 3,650 Pounds;
Total Dodge Charger & Charger R/T Production: 96,100
Dodge Polara, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $3,001; Shipping Weight: 3,765 Pounds;
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #43
Base Price: $3,074; Shipping Weight: 3,920 Pounds
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $3,001; Shipping Weight: 3,870 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #27
Base Price: $3,288; Shipping Weight: 3,930 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #45
Base Price: $3,522; Shipping Weight: 4,400 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #46
Base Price: $3,675; Shipping Weight: 4,450 Pounds
Total Dodge Polara Production:
Passenger Cars: 70,100
Station Wagons: 16,900*
*Includes Monaco Station Wagon Production
Dodge Polara 500, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $3,200; Shipping Weight: 3,875 Pounds
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #27
Base Price: $3,487; Shipping Weight: 3,935 Pounds
Total Polara 500 Production: 4,000
Dodge Monaco, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #41
Base Price: $3,268; Shipping Weight: 3,895 Pounds;
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #43
Base Price: $3,406; Shipping Weight: 3,945 Pounds
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $3,343; Shipping Weight: 3,885 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger; Body #45
Base Price: $3,676; Shipping Weight: 4,425 Pounds
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body #46
Base Price: $3,809; Shipping Weight: 4,475 Pounds
Dodge Monaco 500, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door 500 Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body #23
Base Price: $3,843; Shipping Weight: 3,970 Pounds
Total Dodge Monaco Production:
Passenger Cars: 21,100
500 2 Door Hardtops: 3,400
Station Wagons: 16,900*
*Includes Polara Station Wagon Production
Wheelbase:
Dart:
Passenger Cars: 111"
Dodge Coronet:
Passenger Cars: 117"
Station Wagons: 117"
Dodge Charger: 117"
Dodge Polara & Monaco: 122"
Tire Sizes:
Dart:
6 Cylinder Models: 6.50 X 13"
8 Cylinder Models & Convertibles: 7.00 X 13"
GTS: E70 X 14"
Dodge Coronet & Charger:
Passenger Cars: 7.35 X 14"
Station Wagons: 8.25 X 14"
Monaco & Polara:
Passenger Cars: 8.25 X 14"
Station Wagons: 8.55 X 14"
Engine Availability by Model:
Engine Model
115 HP, 170 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on Dart 6
145 HP, 225 Cu. Inch 6 Cylinder Standard on Coronet 6. Optional on Dart 6
190 HP, 273 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Coronet V-8 & Dart V-8
230 HP, 318 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Charger & Polara. Optional on Coronet V-8 & Dart V-8.
275 HP, 340 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Dart GTS.
290 HP, 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Monaco. Optional on Coronet, Charger, & Polara.
300 HP, 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Dart GTS.
330 HP, 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Coronet, Charger, Polara & Monaco.
335 HP, 383 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Coronet Super Bee.
425 HP, 426 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Standard on Charger Daytona. Optional on Coronet R/T & Charger R/T
350 HP, 440 Cu. Inch 8 Cylinder Optional on Polara, & Monaco Wagons.
375 HP, 440 Cu. Inch 8 Cylidner Standard on Coronet R/T & Charger R/T. Optional on Polara, & Monaco.
1968 DODGE
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine, 170 Cu. Inch, 115 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: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 115 @ 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: 8.40:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 145 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 215 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 273 Cu. Inch, 190 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 3.625" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 273 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 42.05
Horsepower: 190 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 260 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 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: 9.20:1
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, 340 Cu. Inch, 275 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.04" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 340 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.30
Horsepower: 275 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 340 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 290 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 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: 290 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 390 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 300 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 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: 300 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 400 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 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: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.80
Horsepower: 330 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch, 350 H.P:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.32" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 440 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.10:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.72
Horsepower: 350 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 480 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch, 375 H.P:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.32" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 440 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.10:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.72
Horsepower: 375 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 480 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 425 H.P. (Hemi):
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.25:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 425 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 490 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
1968 DODGE
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 170 Engines, with Standard Transmission :
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: 5 Degrees ATDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 125 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 170 Engines, with Automatic Transmission:
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 ATDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Neutrail
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 125 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 225 Engines:
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: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 650 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 125 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 273 Cu. Inch Engines, with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
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 ATDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 135 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 273 Cu. Inch Engines, with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees ATDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 135 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees ATDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 650 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch, with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees ATDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 340 Cu. Inch, with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points; 37-42 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 340 Cu. Inch, with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points; 37-42 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J11Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 650 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Torqueflite:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J11Y
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 650 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 7-1/2 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch High Performance Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J11Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points; 37-42 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 650 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7-1/2 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch High Performance Engine, with Torqueflite Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J11Y
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
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7-1/2 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch Engine, 350 HP :
Spark Plug Type: Champion J13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 7-1/2 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N10Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points; 37-42 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM, in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 175 Minimum
Fuel Pump Pressure: 7 to 8-1/2 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: 1.65"
Valve Spring Pressure: 145 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, 273 Cu. In. Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Intake .013"
Exhaust .021"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.65"
Valve Spring Pressure: 145 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, 273 Cu. In. Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Intake .013"
Exhaust .021"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.65"
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:
Hydralic, No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.65"
Valve Spring Pressure: 148 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, 340 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Hydralic, No Adjustment
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: 242 Lbs @ 1-7/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383, Cu. In. Engines, 300 HP:
Valve Lash:
Hydralic, No adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 225 Lbs @ 1.43 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383, Cu. In. Engines, 290 HP:
Valve Lash:
Hydralic, No adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 200 Lbs @ 1.43 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383, Cu. In. Engines, 330 HP:
Valve Lash:
Hydralic, No adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 225 Lbs @ 1.43 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. Engines:
Valve Lash, Cold:
Intake: .028"
Exhaust: .032"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 280 Lbs @ 1.37 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. In. Engines, 375 HP:
Valve Lash, Cold:
Hydralic: No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 230 Lbs @ 1.41 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. In. Engines, 350 HP:
Valve Lash, Cold:
Hydralic: No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 200 Lbs @ 1.43 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
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: .0002"-.0022"
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, 273 & 318 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0022"
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, 340 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0027"
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, 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0002"-.0012"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0030"
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. (Hemi) Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0025"-.0035"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0311"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0035"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0002"-.0012"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.094"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0030"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.6749"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine, 170 Cu. In. 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: 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: Press Fit
6 Cylinder Engine, 225 Cu. In. 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: 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: Press Fit
8 Cylinder Engine, 273 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 15 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 200 Inch Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts:
Composition Gasket: 95 Ft. Lbs
Steel Gasket: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 15 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 200 Inch Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 340 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs
Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 15 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 200 Inch Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch Engines (Hemi):
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 75 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold:
Tighten 8 Center Screws: 72 Inch Lbs.
All Others: 38 Inch Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 75 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 100 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Dart, 6 Cylinder 170 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 6-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
Dart, 6 Cylinder 225 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 6-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
Dart, 8 Cylinder, 273 Cubic Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 6 Pints
4 Speed: 8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
Dart, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 19 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
Dart, 8 Cylinder, 340 Cubic Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 19 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Dart, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cubic Inch Engine:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Coronet, 6 Cylinder 225 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 6-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
Coronet & Charger, 8 Cylinder, 273 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 6 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Coronet & Charger, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 19 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 6 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Coronet & Charger, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 9 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Coronet & Charger, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 19 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 7 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 9 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Coronet & Charger, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 9 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Polara & Monaco, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 18 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 19 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons
Station Wagons: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 6 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Polara & Monaco, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons
Station Wagons: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 6 Pints
4 Speed: 9 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Polara & Monaco, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cubic Inch Engine Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons
Station Wagons: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill, with New Filter: 5 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
4 Speed: 9 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-3/4 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder: 170 Cu. Inch Engines with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2875199
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 18 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 7.1" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder: 170 Cu. Inch Engines with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2875202
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 6 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 7.1" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 225 Cu. Inch Engines with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2875364
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6.2" to 9.7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:, 225 Cu. Inch Engines with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2875366
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 6 Degrees @ 8" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 273 Cu. Inch Engine:
Distributor #2875334
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 7 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 1,900 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine:
Distributor #2875342
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 5 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 19 Degrees @ 2,350 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8.1" to 9.8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 340 Cu. Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2875086
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 37-42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 5 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4.5" to 7.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 340 Cu. Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2875105
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 37-42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 475 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4.5" to 7.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with Standard Transmission & 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #2875356
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 6 Degrees @ 525 RPM
Full Advance: 18 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 7.6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2875358
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 6 Degrees @ 525 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 7.6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2875352
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 6 Degrees @ 525 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 760 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with 2 Barrel Carburetor, Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2875354
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 Degrees @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,350 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13.5 Degrees @ 13.5" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch Engines, with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2875102
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 37-42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 7 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" to 9.8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch Engines, with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2875209
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 5 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" to 8.9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch Engines, 350 HP:
Distributor #2875362
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 475 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,450 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9.2" to 10.7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. Inch Engines:
Distributor #2875140
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 37-42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 7 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 1,550 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
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
Part #264930
Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces
No Load Test: 78 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 310-445 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Alternerator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternerator: 26 Ampere, Standard with 6 Cylinder Engine:
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: .012"-.016"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator: 35 Ampere, Standard with 8 Cylinder Engine:
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 35 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.3-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .012"-.016"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator: 44 Ampere, Heavy Duty & With Air Conditioning
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 44 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.3-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .012"-.016"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator: 51 Ampere, Special Equipment
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 51 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.3-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .012"-.016"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Rear Axle Specifications:
All Models Except Below:
Carrier Type: Removable
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjusted Threaders
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier, Except Below:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .004"-.007"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 8-12 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier and 9-/14" & 9-3/4" Axles:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .004"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New Bearings: 10-20 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-20 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier and 8-/14" Axles:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsible Spacer
New Bearings: 20-35 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS:
Dart 6 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 1.638"
With Front Drum Brakes: 1"
Rear Drum Brake: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 1"
With Drum Brakes: 1"
With Power Brakes: 1"
Dart 8 Cylinder:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 1.638"
With Front Drum Brakes: 1-1/8"
Rear Drum Brake: 15/16"
Master Cylilnder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 1"
With Drum Brakes: 1"
With Power Brakes: 1"
Charger:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 2.00"
With Front Drum Brakes: 1-1/8"
Rear Drum Brake: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
With Drum Brakes: 1"
With Power Brakes: 1"
Coronet & Coronet 440:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 2.00"
With Front Drum Brakes: 1-1/8"
Rear Drum Brake: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
With Drum Brakes: 1"
With Power Brakes: 1"
Coronet RT & Coronet 500:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 2.00"
With Front Drum Brakes: 1-1/8"
Rear Drum Brake: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
With Drum Brakes: 1"
With Power Brakes: 1"
Polara & Monaco:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 2.375"
With Front Drum Brakes: 1-1/8"
Rear Drum Brake: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
With Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
With Drum Brakes: 1"
With Power Brakes: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Dart:
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
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Coronet & Charger:
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: 18.1 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: 18.1 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Polara, & Monaco:
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: 17.7 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: 17.7 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20
Carburetor Specifications:
See Database for 1968 Chrysler Corporation Carburetor Specifications for information.
Popular Options:
Dart:
Music Master AM Radio; Torqueflite Automatic Transmission; Left Outside Mirror; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Disc Brakes; Tachometer on GT with console; Console for GT; Rallye Suspension, Vinyl Top Mag Type Wheel Covers for GT; Two-Tone Paint; Windshield Washiers & Variable Speed Wipers; Wheel Covers; White Wall Tires; Engine & Transmission Options.
Dodge:
Music Master AM Radio; Astrophonic AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; Rear Speaker; Sport Package for Polara 2 Door Hardtops & Convertibles; Torqueflite Automatic Transmission; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Windows; Power Seats; Power Door Locks; Air Conditioning; Dual Air Conditioning for Station Wagons; Luggage Rack for Station Wagons; Electric Clock; Windshield Washer; Tinted Glass; Remote Control Side Mirror; Cruise Control; Console; Back Up Lights, Wheel Covers Whitewall Tires; Two-Tone Paint; Vinyl Top; Bucket Seats; Mag Type Wheel Covers; Road Wheels; Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column; Wood Grained Steering Wheel on Coronet & R/T; Tachometer; Sure-Grip Differential; Dual Exhausts; Engine & Transmission Options
1968 Dodge Colors & Codes:
Code Color
AA-1 Silver
BB-1 Black
CC-1 Medium Blue
DD-1 Pale Blue
EE-1 Dark Blue
FF-1 Light Green
GG-1 Racing Green
HH-1 Light Gold
JJ-1 Medium gold
KK-1 Light Turquoise
LL-1 Medium Dark Turquoise
MM-1 Turbine Bronze
PP-1 Red
QQ-1 Bright Blue
RR-1 Burgundy
SS-1 Yellow
TT-1 Medium Green
WW-1 White
XX-1 Beige
YY-1 Medium Tan
33-1 Charger Red
66-1 Dark Green
1968 Dodge Historical Data:
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The 1968 Dodge model year introduction was in September 1967.
Total 1968 Dodge Production was 606,000.
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Promotional Model Cars Produced:
Plastic: Dodge Coronet Convertible; Dodge Charger 2 Door Hardtop.
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