1962 FORD

1962 FORD

Full Sized Models

Model Designations:

Ford Galaxie, Six

Ford Galaxie V-8

Ford Galaxie 500, Six

Ford Galaxie 500, V-8

Ford Galaxie 500 XL, V-8

Ford Station Wagon, Six

Ford Station Wagon, V-8

Ford Galaxie, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 52

Factory Price: $2,507; Shipping Weight: 3,583 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 51

Factory Price: $2,453; Shipping Weight: 3,478 Pounds

Production Total: *

* Production Totals included with Ford Galaxie V-8 production figures.

Ford Galaxie, V-8, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 52

Factory Price: $2,616; Shipping Weight: 3,684 Pounds

Production Total: 115,594*

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 51

Factory Price: $2,562; Shipping Weight: 3,589 Pounds

Production Total: 54,930*

* Production Totals include Ford Galaxie 6 cylinder production figures.

Ford Galaxie 500, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Town Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 62

Factory Price: $2,667; Shipping Weight: 3,568 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 61

Factory Price: $2,613; Shipping Weight: 3,476 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Town Victoria, 6 Passenger, Body # 64

Factory Price: $2,739; Shipping Weight: 3,577 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Club Victoria, 6 Passenger, Body # 63

Factory Price: $2,674; Shipping Weight: 3,505 Pounds

Production Total: *

* Production Totals included with Ford Galaxie 500 V-8 production figures.

Ford Galaxie 500, V-8, Body Styles:

4 Door Town Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 62

Factory Price: $2,776; Shipping Weight: 3,679 Pounds

Production Total: 174,195*

2 Door Club Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 61

Factory Price: $2,722; Shipping Weight: 3,587 Pounds

Production Total: 27,824*

4 Door Town Victoria, 6 Passenger, Body # 64

Factory Price: $2,848; Shipping Weight: 3,688 Pounds

Production Total: 30,778*

2 Door Club Victoria, 6 Passenger, Body # 63

Factory Price: $2,783; Shipping Weight: 3,616 Pounds

Production Total: 87,562*

2 Door Sunliner Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body # 65

Factory Price: $3,033; Shipping Weight: 3,782 Pounds

Production Total: 42,646

* Production Totals include Ford Galaxie 500 6 cylinder production figures.

Ford Galaxie XL, V-8, Body Styles:

2 Door Club Victoria, 6 Passenger, Body # 63A

Factory Price: $3,108; Shipping Weight: 3,625 Pounds

Production Total: 28,412

2 Door Sunliner Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body # 65B

Factory Price: $3,358; Shipping Weight: 3,804 Pounds

Production Total: 13,183

Ford Station Wagon, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Ranch Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #17

Factory Price: $2,733; Shipping Weight: 3,905 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 72

Factory Price: $2,829; Shipping Weight: 3,928 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 74

Factory Price: $2,933; Shipping Weight: 3,946 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Country Squire Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body # 78

Factory Price: $3,088; Shipping Weight: 3,959 Pounds

Production Total: *

* Production Totals included with Ford Station Wagon V-8 production figures.

Ford Station Wagon V-8, Body Styles:

4 Door Ranch Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #71

Factory Price: $2,842; Shipping Weight: 4,016 Pounds

Production Total: 33,674*

4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 72

Factory Price: $2,938; Shipping Weight: 4,039 Pounds

Production Total: 47,635*

4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body # 74

Factory Price: $3,042; Shipping Weight: 4,057 Pounds

Production Total: 16,562*

4 Door Country Squire Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body # 78

Factory Price: $3,197; Shipping Weight: 4,057 Pounds

Production Total: 15,666*

* Production Totals include Ford Station Wagon 6 cylinder production figures.

Chassis:

Wheelbase: 119"

Tire Sizes:

Passenger Cars: 7.50 X 14"

Convertibles & Station Wagons: 8.00 X 14"

Engine Availability by Model:

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

V-8 292 Cubic Inches 170 H.P. Standard on Galaxie XL. Optional on all models

V-8 352 Cubic Inches 220 H.P. Optional on all models

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 300 H.P. Optional on all models

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 340 H.P. Optional on all models.

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 375 H.P. Optional on all models.

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 401 H.P. Optional on all models.

V-8 406 Cubic Inches 385 H.P. Optional on all models.

V-8 406 Cubic Inches 405 H.P. Optional on all models.

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

V-8 Engine, 292 Cubic Inches, 170 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.75" x 3.30"

Engine Displacement: 292 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.80 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 45.00

Horsepower: 170 @ 4,200 RPM

Torque: 279 Ft. Lbs @ 2,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 352 Cubic Inches, 220 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 352 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.90 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 220 @ 4,300 RPM

Torque: 336 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 300 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.0468" x 3.781"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.60 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 300 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 427 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 340 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.0468" x 3.781"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 340 @ 5,000 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: Three 2 Barrel Carburetors

V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 375 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.0468" x 3.781"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.60 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 375 @ 6,000 RPM

Torque: 427 Ft. Lbs @ 3,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-55 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 401 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.0468" x 3.781"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 11.10 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 401 @ 6,000 RPM

Torque: 430 Ft. Lbs @ 3,500 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-55 PSI

Carburetor: Three 2 Barrel Carburetors

V-8 Engine, 406 Cubic Inches, 385 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.1300" x 3.78"

Engine Displacement: 406 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 11.40 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.58

Horsepower: 385 @ 5,800 RPM

Torque: Not Available

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-55 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 406 Cubic Inches, 405 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.1300" x 3.78"

Engine Displacement: 406 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 11.40 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.58

Horsepower: 405 @ 5,800 RPM

Torque: 448 Ft. Lbs @ 3,500 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-55 PSI

Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder 223 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BTF-6

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .025"

Distributor Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 465 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI (Minimum)

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

6 Cylinder 223 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BTF-6

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .025"

Distributor Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 465 RPM in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder 292 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-82

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 465 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder 292 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-82

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 465 RPM in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder, 352 & 390 Cubic Inch Engines, 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: 5 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 515 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder, 352 & 390 Cubic Inch Engines, 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: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 515 RPM in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine, 375 H.P.:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .020"

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

Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine, 401 H.P.:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .020"

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

Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder, 406 Cubic Inch Engine, 385 H.P.:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .020"

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

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

8 Cylinder, 406 Cubic Inch Engine, 405 H.P.:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .020"

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 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, 292 Cu. In. Engine:

Valve Lash, Hot:

Intake: .019"

Exhaust .019"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

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

Valve Spring Pressure: 75 Lbs @ 1.78 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024";

Exhaust .0028"-.0042"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3398"-.3405"

8 Cylinder Engine, 352 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .078"-.218"

Exhaust: .078"-.218"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 100 Lbs @ 1.82 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024";

Exhaust .0028"-.0042"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3693"-.3700"

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .078"-.218"

Exhaust: .078"-.218"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face:: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 80 Lbs @ 1.82 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024";

Exhaust .0028"-.0042"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3693"-.3700"

8 Cylinder High Performance Engine, 390 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .025" Hot

Exhaust: .025" Hot

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face:: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 85 Lbs @ 1.82 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024";

Exhaust .0020"-.0034"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3701"-.3718"

8 Cylinder Engine, 406 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .025" Hot

Exhaust: .025" Hot

Valve Angles:

Seat:

Intake: 30 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Face:

Intake: 29 Degrees

Exhaust: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 85 Lbs @ 1.82 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0024";

Exhaust .0020"-.0034"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3701"-.3718"

Piston, Rings, Pins, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

6 Cylinder 223 Cubic Inch Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0008"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9121"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2984"-2.2988"

Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0025"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4984"-2.4988"

Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0028"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engine, 292 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0008"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9121"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1884"-2.1888"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-0024"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4984"-2.4988"

Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0032"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engine, 352 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0012"-.0030"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .015"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9752"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0028"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0031"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0017"-.0035"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .015"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9752"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0028"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0027"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engine, 406 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0043"-.0049"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .015"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9752"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .0009"-.0029"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0031"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

6 Cylinder, 223 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 105-115 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-28 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 23-28 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

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

8 Cylinder, 292 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-75 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-28 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 23-28 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 12-15 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 2 to 2-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

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

8 Cylinder, 352 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 32-38 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 10-12 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

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

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 32-35 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

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

8 Cylinder, 406 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 100-110 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 25-28 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-18 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 53-58 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 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: 15 Quarts

With Heater: 16 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons

Station Wagons: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Single Range Transmission: 9 Quarts

Dual Range Transmission: 10 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 8 Cylinder 292 Cubic Inch Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 19 Quarts

With Heater: 20 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons

Station Wagons: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

Single Range Transmission: 9 Quarts

Dual Range Transmission: 10 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 8 Cylinder 352, 390 Cubic, 406 Inch Engines:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 19 Quarts

With Heater: 20 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons

Station Wagons: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3 Pints

Four Speed: 3 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

6 & 8 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.

Ford Generator Specifications:

Generator: 30 Ampere

Field Current Draw @ 12 Volts: 1.2-1.8 Ampres

Field Ground Location: Internal

Brush Spring Tension: 20-26 Ounces

Maximum Charging Rate: 30 Amperes @ 1,300 Generator RPM

Regulator:

Cut-In Voltage 12.0-12.8 Volts

Voltage Regulation @ 75 Degrees: 14.6-15.4 Volts

Current Regulation: 28-32 Amperes

Generator: 35 Ampere

Field Current Draw @ 12 Volts: 1.2-1.8 Ampres

Field Ground Location: Internal

Brush Spring Tension: 20-26 Ounces

Maximum Charging Rate: 35 Amperes @ 1,460 Generator RPM

Regulator:

Cut-In Voltage 12.2-13.0 Volts

Voltage Regulation @ 75 Degrees: 14.6-15.4 Volts

Current Regulation: 33-37 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, 292 Cu. In. Engine:

Part #COAF-12127A

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 800 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 7" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 352 Cu. In. Engine with Standard Transmission:

Part #COAF-12127E

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 Degrees @ 775 RPM

Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 352 Cu. In. Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Part #COAF-12127D

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: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine, Standard Engine:

Part #C2AF-12127A

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 Degrees @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 6" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 & 406 Cu. In. Engine, High Performance Engines:

Part #COAF-12127K

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Gap: .020"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 650 RPM

Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data: None

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications-Passenger Cars, All Series:

Carrier Type: Removable

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method & Adjustment: Threaded adjusters 2-1/2 to 3 notches tight.

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .004"-.009"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment:

New Bearings with New Synthetic Inner Seal & Felt Outer Seal: 22-32 Inch Lbs.

New Bearings with New Leather Seal: 13-17 Inch Lbs.

Brake Drum Diameter: 11.03"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-3/32"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: 0 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 3/8 Degree

Right: + 3/8 Degree

Toe-In: 1/8" to 1/4"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 24-1/4 Degrees

Holley Carburetor Adjustments, 6 Cylinder:

Model #1904

1 Barrel

Idle Fuel Screw: 1-1/4 Turn

Throttle Return Dashpot: .075"

Dry Float Level: 13/64"

Wet Float Level: 11/16"

Pump Stroke:

Summer: Hole A

Winter: Hole B

Holley Carburetor Adjustments, 8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine:

Model #4160

4 Barrel

Idle Fuel Screw: 1 Turn

Float Level: Fuel level should be even with at bottom of sight plug hole.

Float Bowl Vent Valve: .060"

Choke Setting: Index

Pump Stroke:

Summer: Hole 1

Winter: Hole 2

Holley Carburetor Adjustments, 8 Cylinder, 406 Cubic Inch Engine:

Model #4160

4 Barrel

Idle Fuel Screw: 1-1/4 Turn

Float Level: Fuel level should be even with at bottom of sight plug hole.

Float Bowl Vent Valve: .060"

Choke Setting: Index

Pump Stroke:

Summer: Hole 1

Winter: Hole 2

Ford Carburetor Adjustments, 8 Cylinder:

8 Cylinder, 292 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

2 Barrel

Part #C2AE-Y

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

Dry Float Levels: 21/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 29/32"

Fast Idle: 1,200 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 1/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

8 Cylinder, 292 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

2 Barrel

Part #C2AE-Z

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: 1,500 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 1/8"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

8 Cylinder, 352 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

2 Barrel

Part #C2AE-AC

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

Dry Float Levels: 21/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 29/32"

Fast Idle: 1,200 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 5/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: Index

8 Cylinder, 352 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

2 Barrel

Part #C2AE-AD

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: 1,500 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 5/32"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

4 Barrel

Part #C2AE-AJ

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

Dry Float Levels: 21/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 29/32"

Fast Idle: 1,200 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 3/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

4 Barrel

Part #C2AE-AG

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

Dry Float Levels: 21/32"

Wet Fuel Level: 29/32"

Fast Idle: 1,200 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 3/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

4 Barrel

Part #C2AE-AK

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: 1,500 RPM

Pump Setting:

Summer: Hole 2

Winter: Hole 4

Choke Plate Clearance: 3/16"

Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Lean

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1962 Ford Historical Data:

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

Total Ford Production for the1962 model year was 1,813,448 including 688,461 Full Size Fords.

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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