1962 FORD FAIRLANE

1962 FORD FAIRLANE

Model Designations:

Ford Fairlane, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Ford Fairlane 500, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Model U: 6 Cylinder

Model L: 8 Cylinder

Ford Fairlane Series, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 32

Factory Price: $2,216; Shipping Weight: 2,791 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 31

Factory Price: $2,154; Shipping Weight: 2,757 Pounds

Production Total: *

* 6 Cylinder Production is incluced with 8 Cylinder Production Figures.

Ford Fairlane Series, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 32

Factory Price: $2,319; Shipping Weight: 2,949 Pounds

Production Total: 45,342*

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 31

Factory Price: $2,257; Shipping Weight: 2,915 Pounds

Production Total: 34,264*

* Includes 6 Cylinder Production.

Ford Fairlane 500 Series, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 42

Factory Price: $2,507; Shipping Weight: 2,808 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 41

Factory Price: $2,304; Shipping Weight: 2,774 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 47

Factory Price: $2,504; Shipping Weight: 2,870 Pounds

Production Total: *

* 6 Cylinder Production is incluced with 8 Cylinder Production Figures.

Ford Fairlane 500 Series, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 42

Factory Price: $2,407; Shipping Weight: 2,966 Pounds

Production Total: 129,258*

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 41

Factory Price: $2,345; Shipping Weight: 2,932 Pounds

Production Total: 34,264*

2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 47

Factory Price: $2,607; Shipping Weight: 3,002 Pounds

Production Total: 19,628*

* Includes 6 Cylinder Production.

Chassis:

Wheelbase: 115.5"

Tire Sizes:

Passenger Cars, 6 Cylinder: 6.50 X 13"

Passenger Cars, 8 Cylinder: 7.00 X 13"

Engine Availability by Model:

I-6 223 Cubic Inches 138 H.P. Standard Engine

V-8 221 Cubic Inches 145 H.P. Optional Engine

V-8 260 Cubic Inches 164 H.P. Optional Engine

General Engine Specifications:

6 Cylinder, 138 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6

Bore & Stroke: 3-5/8" x 3-19/32"

Engine Displacement: 223 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.40:1

Taxable Horsepower: 31.54

Horsepower: 138 @ 4,200 RPM

Torque: 203 Ft. Lbs @ 2,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 145 H.P. 221 Cubic Inch Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.50" x 2.87"

Engine Displacement: 221 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.70:1

Taxable Horsepower: 39.20

Horsepower: 145 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 216 Ft. Lbs @ 2,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 164 H.P. 260 Cubic Inch Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.80" x 2.87"

Engine Displacement: 260 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.70:1

Taxable Horsepower: 46.21

Horsepower: 164 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 258Ft. Lbs @ 2,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-82

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .025"

Distributor Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 170 PSI (Minimum)

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

6 Cylinder Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-82

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .025"

Distributor Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 170 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI (Minimum)

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

Valve Specifications:

6 Cylinder, 223 Cubic Inch Engine:

Valve Lash, Hot:

Intake .025"

Exhaust .025"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-3/4"

Valve Spring Pressure: 100 Lbs @ 1.78"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024"

Exhaust .0028"-.0042"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3398"-.3405"

8 Cylinder, 221 & 260 Cubic Inch Engines:

Valve Lash, Hot:

Intake: 3/4 Turns

Exhaust: 3/4 Turns

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-3/4"

Valve Spring Pressure: 170 Lbs @ 1-3/8"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0008"-.0025"

Exhaust .0018"-.0035"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3100"-.3107"

Exhaust: .3090"-.3097"

Piston, Rings, Pins, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0007"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1232"-2.1240"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0023"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2482"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0025"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engines:

Piston Clearance: .0007"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1228"-2.1236"

Bearing Clearance: .0009"-.0025"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2482"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0027"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-75 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 13-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30-35 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 19-24 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 60-70 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder Engines:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-75 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 12-15 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 13-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 19-24 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 60-70 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-90 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities-All Series:

With 6 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 8-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 9-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 9-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 4-1/2 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 7-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/2Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 8 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 13-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 14-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 14-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3 Pints

Four Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/2Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

6 Cylinder:

Part #C30F-11001A

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 48 to 56 Ounces

No Load Test: 80-110 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 5,200 RPM

Torque Test: 580 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 14.8 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder:

Part #C2OF-11001D

Brush Spring Tension: 45 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 9,500 RPM

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Ford Generator Specifications:

Generator: CODF-10000B

Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes

Field Ground Location: Internal

Brush Spring Tension: 20-26 Ounces

Field Current Draw @ 12 Volts: 1.2-1.8 Ampres

Regulator: #CITZ-10505A

Cut Out Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.4 Volts

Voltage Regulator Setting: 15.0 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes

Generator: C1DF-10000D

Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes

Field Ground Location: Internal

Brush Spring Tension: 20-26 Ounces

Field Current Draw @ 12 Volts: 1.2-1.8 Ampres

Regulator: #CITZ-10505A

Cut Out Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.4 Volts

Voltage Regulator Setting: 15.0 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes

Generator: C1DF-10000DC

Rated Capacity: 25 Amperes

Field Ground Location: Internal

Brush Spring Tension: 20-26 Ounces

Field Current Draw @ 12 Volts: 1.2-1.8 Ampres

Regulator: #CODF-10505A

Cut Out Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.8 Volts

Voltage Regulator Setting: 15.0 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 25 Amperes

Generator: CODF-10000KC

Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes

Field Ground Location: Internal

Brush Spring Tension: 20-26 Ounces

Field Current Draw @ 12 Volts: 1.2-1.8 Ampres

Regulator: #CITZ-10505A

Cut Out Relay:

Voltage to Close Points: 12.4 Volts

Voltage Regulator Setting: 15.0 Volts

Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes

Distributor Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine with Standard Transmission:

Part #CIAF-12127E

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Gap: .025"

Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance: None

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ .48" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 4.80" Vacuum

6 Cylinder Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Part #CIAF-12127D

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Gap: .025"

Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance: None

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 1.08" Vacuum

Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 6.50" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 221 Cubic Inch Engine:

Part #C2OF-12127H

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 575 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 8" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 260 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

Part #C2OF-12127F

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 550 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,950 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 9" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 260 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C3AF-12127U

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 10" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:

6 Cylinder:

Carrier Type: Removable

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Threaded adjusters .

Adjustment: 2-1/2 to 3 notches tight

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Threaded adjusters

Adjustment: .008"-.012"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 22-32 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings: 10-14 Inch Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter: 10"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 29/32"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

8 Cylinder:

Carrier Type: Removable

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Threaded adjusters .

Adjustment: 2-1/2 to 3 notches tight

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Threaded adjusters

Adjustment: .008"-.012"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 22-32 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings: 10-14 Inch Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter: 10"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 29/32"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: Zero Degrees

Camber:

Left: Zero Degrees

Right: Zero Degrees

Toe-In: 3/16" to 5/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 23-1/2 Degrees

Holley Carburetor Adjustments, 6 Cylinder:

Model #1909

1 Barrel

Idle Fuel Screw: 1-1/4 Turn

Throttle Return Dashpot: .135"

Dry Float Level: 5/16"

Pump Stroke:

Summer: Hole A

Winter: Hole B

Ford Carburetor Adjustments, 8 Cylinder:

8 Cylinder, 221 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

2 Barrel

Part #C2OE-S

Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns

Dry Float Levels: 21/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 29/32"

Fast Idle: 1,300 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 7/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

8 Cylinder, 221 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:

2 Barrel

Part #C2OE-T

Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns

Dry Float Levels: 21/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 29/32"

Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,600 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 7/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

8 Cylinder, 260 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

2 Barrel

Part #C2OE-N

Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns

Dry Float Levels: 21/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 29/32"

Fast Idle: 1,300 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 7/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

8 Cylinder, 260 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:

2 Barrel

Part #C2OE-R

Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns

Dry Float Levels: 21/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 29/32"

Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,600 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 7/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

Popular Options:

Push Button Radio & Antenna; Fresh Air Heater & Defroster; Automatic Transmission; Windshield Washer; Electric Wipers; Heavy Duty Battery; Two Tone Paint; DeLuxe Trim Package; White Wall Tires; Wheel Covers; Padded Dash & Visors; Front Seat Belts, Crankcase Ventillation System; Electric Tailgate Windows for Station Wagons; Squire Bucket Seats & Console; & More.

1962 Ford Historical Data:

Introduction date of the 1962 Ford line was September 29, 1961.

Total Ford Production for the1962 model year was 1,813,468 including 297,166 Fairlanes.

1962 Ford Colors &Codes:

A Raven Black

B Peacock Blue

D Ming Green

F Baffin Blue

H Oxford Blue

I Castilian Gold

J Rangoon Red

M Crorinthian White

P Silver Moss

Q Silver Gray

R Tucson Yellow

T Sandshell Beige

V Chestnut

Z Fieldstone Tan

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