1965 FORD
Full Sized Models
Model Designations:
Ford Custom, Six Cylinder
Ford Custom, V-8
Ford Custom 500, Six Cylinder
Ford Custom 500, V-8
Ford Galaxie 500, 6 Cylinder
Ford Galaxie 500, V-8
Ford Galaxie 500 XL, V-8
Ford Galaxie 500 LTD, V-8
Ford Station Wagon, 6 Cylinder
Ford Station Wagon, V-8
Ford Custom, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54
Factory Price: $2,366; Shipping Weight: 3,350 Pounds
Production Total: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 62
Factory Price: $2,313; Shipping Weight: 3,278 Pounds
Production Total: *
* Production Totals included with Ford Custom V-8 production figures.
Ford Custom, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54
Factory Price: $2,472; Shipping Weight: 3,400 Pounds
Production Total: 96,393*
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 62
Factory Price: $2,420; Shipping Weight: 3,328 Pounds
Production Total: 49,034*
* Production Totals include Ford Ciustom 8 Cylinder production figures.
Ford Custom 500, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54B
Factory Price: $2,467; Shipping Weight: 3,380 Pounds
Production Total: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 62B
Factory Price: $2,414; Shipping Weight: 3,308 Pounds
Production Total: *
* Production Totals included with Ford Custom 500 8 cylinder production figures.
Ford Custom 500, V-8, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54B
Factory Price: $2,573; Shipping Weight: 3,430 Pounds
Production Total: 71,727*
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 62B
Factory Price: $2,520; Shipping Weight: 3,358 Pounds
Production Total: 19,603*
* Production Totals include Ford Custom 500 6 cylinder production figures.
Ford Galaxie 500, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54A
Factory Price: $2,623; Shipping Weight: 3,412 Pounds
Production Total: *
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body # 57B
Factory Price: $2,708; Shipping Weight: 3,452 Pounds
Production Total: *
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body # 63B
Factory Price: $2,630; Shipping Weight: 3,352 Pounds
Production Total: *
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body #76A
Factory Price: $2,889; Shipping Weight: 3,556
Production Total: *
* Production Totals included with Ford Galaxie 500 V-8 production figures.
Ford Galaxie 500, V-8, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54A
Factory Price: $2,730; Shipping Weight: 3,462 Pounds
Production Total: 181,183*
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body # 57B
Factory Price: $2,815; Shipping Weight: 3,502 Pounds
Production Total: 49,982*
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body # 63B
Factory Price: $2,737; Shipping Weight: 3,402 Pounds
Production Total: 157,284*
2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body # 76A
Factory Price: $2,996; Shipping Weight: 3,616 Pounds
Production Total: 31,930*
* Production Totals include Ford Galaxie 500 6 cylinder production figures.
Ford Galaxie XL, V-8, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body # 63C
Factory Price: $3,167; Shipping Weight: 3,507 Pounds
Production Total: 28,141
2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body # 76B
Factory Price: $3,426; Shipping Weight: 3,675 Pounds
Production Total: 9,849
Ford Galaxie 500 LTD, V-8, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body # 63F
Factory Price: $3,167; Shipping Weight: 3,496 Pounds
Production Total: 37,691
4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body # 57F
Factory Price: $3,245; Shipping Weight: 3,588 Pounds
Production Total: 68,038
Ford Station Wagon, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Ranch Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71D
Factory Price: $2,707; Shipping Weight: 3,841 Pounds
Production Total: *
4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71B
Factory Price: $2,797; Shipping Weight: 3,851 Pounds
Production Total: *
4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 10 Passenger, Body # 71C
Factory Price: $2,899; Shipping Weight: 3,865 Pounds
Production Total: *
4 Door Country Squire Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71E
Factory Price: $3,041; Shipping Weight: 3,895 Pounds
Production Total: *
4 Door Country Squire Wagon, 10 Passenger, Body # 71A
Factory Price: $3,109; Shipping Weight: 3,909 Pounds
Production Total: *
* Production Totals included with Ford Station Wagon V-8 production figures.
Ford Station Wagon, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Ranch Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71D
Factory Price: $2,813; Shipping Weight: 3,891 Pounds
Production Total: 30,817*
4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71B
Factory Price: $2,904; Shipping Weight: 3,901 Pounds
Production Total: 59,693*
4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 10 Passenger, Body # 71C
Factory Price: $3,005; Shipping Weight: 3,915 Pounds
Production Total: 32,344*
4 Door Country Squire Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71E
Factory Price: $3,147; Shipping Weight: 3,945 Pounds
Production Total: 24,308*
4 Door Country Squire Wagon, 10 Passenger, Body # 71A
Factory Price: $3,216; Shipping Weight: 3,959 Pounds
Production Total: 30,502*
* Production Totals include Ford Station Wagon 6 cylinder production figures.
Chassis:
Wheelbase: 119"
Tire Sizes:
Passenger Cars:
Passenger Cars: 7.35 X 14"
Station Wagons: 8.35 X 14"
Engine Availability by Model:
I-6 240 Cubic Inches 150 H.P. Standard Engine, except XL & LTD.
V-8 289 Cubic Inches 200 H.P. Standard on XL & LTD. Optional on other models
V-8 289 Cubic Inches 271 H.P. Optional on all models.
V-8 352 Cubic Inches 250 H.P. Optional on all models
V-8 390 Cubic Inches 300 H.P. Optional on all models
V-8 390 Cubic Inches 330 H.P. Optional on all models
V-8 427 Cubic Inches 425 H.P. Optional on all models.
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 150 H.P. Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6
Bore & Stroke: 4.0000" x 3.18"
Engine Displacement: 240 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 38.4
Horsepower: 150 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 234 Ft. Lbs @ 2,300 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
V-8 Engine, 289 Cubic Inches, 200 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 2.87"
Engine Displacement: 289 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.30 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.20
Horsepower: 200 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 282 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
V-8 Engine, 289 Cubic Inches, 271 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 2.87"
Engine Displacement: 289 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.20
Horsepower: 271 @ 6,000 RPM
Torque: 427 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50-60 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
V-8 Engine, 352 Cubic Inches, 250 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"
Engine Displacement: 352 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.30 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.20
Horsepower: 250 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 352 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI
Carburetor: 4 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: 10.10 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, 330 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: 330 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 427 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-70 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
V-8 Engine, 427 Cubic Inches, 425 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Single Overhead Cam, V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.2238" x 3.784"
Engine Displacement: 427 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 11.10 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.09
Horsepower: 425 @ 6,000 RPM
Torque: 480 Ft. Lbs @ 3,700 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-55 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
Tune Up Specifications - All Series:
6 Cylinder 240 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: 525 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150-200 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI
6 Cylinder 240 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: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed: 525 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150-200 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI
8 Cylinder 289 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42
Spark Plug: Gap .034"
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-4-2-6-7-3-8
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 130-170 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI
8 Cylinder, 352 Cubic Inch Engines:
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: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 600 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch 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:
Standard Transmission: 600 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 170-200 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch 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: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM in Drive
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 170-200 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 to 6-1/2 PSI
8 Cylinder, 427 Cubic Inch Engines:
Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32
Spark Plug: Gap .030"
Point Gap: .020"
Firing Order: 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160-200 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 to 6-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 240 Cubic Inch Engine:
Valve Lash:
Intake .025"
Exhaust .025"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 80 Lbs @ 1.70"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0027"
Exhaust .001"-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3416"-.3423"
Exhaust: .3416"-.3423"
8 Cylinder, 289 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash:
Intake: 3/4 Turn
Exhaust: 3/4 Turn
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"-.0027"
Exhaust .002"-.0037"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3416"-.3423"
Exhaust: .3406"-.3413"
8 Cylinder Engine, 352 Cu. In.:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .050"-.150"
Exhaust: .050"-.150"
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 .001"-.0024"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3711"-.3718"
Exhaust: .3693"-.3700"
8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cu. In.:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .050"-.150"
Exhaust: .050"-.150"
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 .001"-.0024"
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 .001"-.0024"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3711"-.3718"
Exhaust: .3693"-.3700"
8 Cylinder Engine, 427 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 .002"-.0034"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3711"-.3718"
Exhaust: .3701"-.3708"
Piston, Rings, Pins, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:
6 Cylinder 240 Cubic Inch Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0014"-.0022"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .010"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9121"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.1228"-2.1236"
Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0022"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.3982"-2.3990"
Bearing Clearance: .0006"-.0024"
Thrust on Bearing #5
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 289 Cubic Inches:
Piston Clearance: .0014"-.0022"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .010"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9121"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.1228"-2.1236"
Bearing Clearance: .0009"-0029"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2482"-2.2490"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0028"
Thrust on #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
8 Cylinder Engine, 352 Cubic Inches:
Piston Clearance: .0015"-.0023"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .010"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9751"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"
Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0028"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"
Bearing Clearance:
#1 & 3: .0007"-.0031"
Others: .0005"-.0028"
Thrust on #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"
8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cubic Inches:
Piston Clearance: .0015"-.0023"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .010"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9751"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"
Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0028"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"
Bearing Clearance:
#1 & 3: .0007"-.0031"
Others: .0005"-.0028"
Thrust on #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"
8 Cylinder Engines, 427 Cubic Inches:
Piston Clearance: .0042"-.0066"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .010"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9751"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"
Bearing Clearance: .0013"-.0032"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"
Bearing Clearance: .0007"-.0031"
Thrust on #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 240 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70-75Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 20-25 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 20-25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 7-9 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 60-70 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 130-145 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 289 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-75 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 20-22 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 13-18 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 3 to 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.
8 Cylinder, 352 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: 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, 427 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: 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
With 8 Cylinder 289 Cubic Inch 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: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
With All Other 8 Cylinder Engines:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 19-1/2 Quarts
With Heater: 20-1/2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20-1/2 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 3 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Starting Motor Specifications:
6 Cylinder (240 Cu. In.) & 8 Cylinder (298 Cu. In.) with Standard Transmission.:
Part #C5TF-11001A
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 9,500 RPM
Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.
6 Cylinder (240 Cu. In.) & 8 Cylinder (298 Cu. In.) with Automatic Transmission.:
Part #C40F-11001A
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 9,500 RPM
Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 352, 390 & 427 with Standard Transmission.:
Part #C5AF-11001A
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 9,500 RPM
Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder, 352 & 390 with , & 427 Automatic Transmission.:
Part #C40F-11001A
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces
No Load Test: 110 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 5,200 RPM
Torque Test: 580 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 14.8 Ft. Lbs.
Ford Alternator Specifications:
Alternator: 30 Ampere
Current Rating: 30 Amperes @ 15 Volts
Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.2 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 14.1-14.9 Volts
Contact Gap: .017"-.022"
Armature Air Gap: .049"-.056"
Field Relay:
Armature Air Gap: .015"-.022"
Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2-1/2 to 4 Volts
Alternator: 42 Ampere
Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts
Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.2 Amperes @ 12 Volts
Voltage Regulator:
Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 14.1-14.9 Volts
Contact Gap: .017"-.022"
Armature Air Gap: .049"-.056"
Field Relay:
Armature Air Gap: .015"-.025"
Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2-1/2 to 4 Volts
Distributor Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine with Standard Transmission:
Part #C5AF-12127AD
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .025"
Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance: None
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ .70" Vacuum
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 4.90" Vacuum
6 Cylinder Engine with Automatic Transmission:
Part #C5AF-12127AE
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .025"
Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance: None
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ .34" Vacuum
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 4.80" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, 289 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:
Part #C5AF-12127M
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 650 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, 289 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:
Part #C5AF-12127N
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, 352 Cu. In. Engine with Standard Transmission:
Part #C5AF-12127A
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 650 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, 352 Cu. In. Engine with Automatic Transmission:
Part #C5AF-12127B
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 2 Degree @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Part #C5MF-12127A
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, 390 Cu. In. Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Part #C5AF-12127C
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 4" Vacuum
8 Cylinder, 427 Cu. In. Engine with Standard Ignition:
Part #C5AF-12127E
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .020"
Dwell Angle: 30-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 27-30 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 4 Degrees @ 650 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
8 Cylinder, 427 Cu. In. Engine with Transistorized Ignition:
Part #C5AF-12127F
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .020"
Dwell Angle: 22-24 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 22-24 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 4 Degrees @ 650 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
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:
With Collapsible Spacer
New Bearings: 22-32 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 10-14 Inch Pounds
With Solid Spacer:
Without Seal: 12-1/2 to 32-1/2 Inch Pounds
] With Seal in Place: 15-35 Inch Pounds
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Spacer
Adjustment:
With New Bearings & New Synthetic Inner Seal & Flt Outer Seal: 22-32 Inch Pounds
With New Bearings & New Leather Seal: 13-17 Inch Pounds
Brake Drum Diameter: 11.03"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-3/32"
Rear: 31/32"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Rear Axle & Brake Specifications-Station Wagons, 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:
With Collapsible Spacer
New Bearings: 22-32 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 10-14 Inch Pounds
With Solid Spacer:
Without Seal: 12-1/2 to 32-1/2 Inch Pounds
] With Seal in Place: 15-35 Inch Pounds
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Spacer
Adjustment:
With New Bearings & New Synthetic Inner Seal & Flt Outer Seal: 22-32 Inch Pounds
With New Bearings & New Leather Seal: 13-17 Inch Pounds
Brake Drum Diameter: 11.03"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/16"
Rear: 31/32"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
All Models:
Caster: +1 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/2 Degree
Right: + 1/2 Degree
Toe-In: 1/8" to 1/4"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18. Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Holley Carburetor Adjustments, 8 Cylinder, 427 Cubic Inch Engine:
Front Carburetor:
Model #4160
4 Barrel
Idle Fuel Screw: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
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
Rear Carburetor:
Model #4160
4 Barrel
Idle Fuel Screw: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: None
Float Level: Fuel level should be even with at bottom of sight plug hole.
Float Bowl Vent Valve: .060"
Choke Setting: 90 Degrees from Index
Pump Stroke:
Summer: Hole 1
Winter: Hole 2
Single Carburetor Engines:
Model #4160
4 Barrel
Idle Fuel Screw: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,800 RPM
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, 6 Cylinder:
6 Cylinder, 240 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:
1 Barrel
Part #C5AF-T
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Fuel Level:
Rubber Float: 1"
Metal Float: 1-1/32"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,300 RPM
Pump Setting:
LO Hole: Above 50 Degrees and/or 5,000 Feet Altitude
HI Hole: Below 50 Degrees
Choke Plate Clearance: 200"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
6 Cylinder, 240 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:
1 Barrel
Part #C5AF-U
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Fuel Level:
Rubber Float: 1"
Metal Float: 1-1/32"
Dashpot Setting: 3-1/2 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
LO Hole: Above 50 Degrees and/or 5,000 Feet Altitude
HI Hole: Below 50 Degrees
Choke Plate Clearance: .200"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Ford Carburetor Adjustments, 8 Cylinder:
8 Cylinder, 289 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
2 Barrel
Part #C5AF-C
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Level: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,400 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .140"
Choke Setting: Index
2 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AH
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Level: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,400 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .140"
Choke Setting: Index
8 Cylinder, 289 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
2 Barrel
Part #C5AF-B
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Level: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .120"
Choke Setting: 2 Rich
2 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AJ
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Level: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,600 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .130"
Choke Setting: 2 Rich
8 Cylinder, 352 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:
4 Barrel
Part #C5AF-Z
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels:
Primary: 15/32"
Secondary: 29/64"
Wet Float Level:
Primary: 7/8"
Secondary: 29/32"
Fast Idle: 1,300 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .160"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
4 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AK
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels:
Primary: 15/32"
Secondary: 29/64"
Wet Float Level:
Primary: 7/8"
Secondary: 29/32"
Fast Idle: 1,300 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .130"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
8 Cylinder, 352 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:
4 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AA
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels:
Primary: 15/32"
Secondary: 29/64"
Wet Float Level:
Primary: 7/8"
Secondary: 29/32"
Dashpot Setting 5/16"
Fast Idle: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .120"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
4 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AL
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels:
Primary: 15/32"
Secondary: 29/64"
Wet Float Level:
Primary: 7/8"
Secondary: 29/32"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .120"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:
2 Barrel
Part #C5MF-A
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Fast Idle: 1,300 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .160"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
2 Barrel
Part #C5MF-D
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Fast Idle: 1,300 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .160"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
4 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AA
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels:
Primary: 15/32"
Secondary: 29/64"
Wet Float Level:
Primary: 7/8"
Secondary: 29/32"
Fast Idle: 1,300 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .120"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
4 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AK
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels:
Primary: 15/32"
Secondary: 29/64"
Wet Float Level:
Primary: 7/8"
Secondary: 29/32"
Fast Idle: 1,300 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .130"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:
2 Barrel
Part #C5MF-B
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .180"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
2 Barrel
Part #C5MF-E
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .180"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
2 Barrel
Part #C5MF-C
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .180"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
2 Barrel
Part #C5MF-F
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels: 15/32"
Wet Float Level: 7/8"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .180"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
4 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AC
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels:
Primary: 15/32"
Secondary: 29/64"
Wet Float Level:
Primary: 7/8"
Secondary: 29/32"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .120"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
4 Barrel
Part #C5AF-AN
Mixture Screws Turns Open: 1 to 1-1/2 Turns
Dry Float Levels:
Primary: 15/32"
Secondary: 29/64"
Wet Float Level:
Primary: 7/8"
Secondary: 29/32"
Dashpot Setting: 5/64"
Fast Idle: 1,500 RPM
Pump Setting:
Summer: Hole 2
Winter: Hole 4
Choke Plate Clearance: .120"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
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1965 Ford Historical Data:
Introduction date of the 1965 Ford line was on October 1, 1964.
Total Ford Production for the1965 model year was 2,050,497 including 978,519 Full Size Fords.
1965 Ford Colors & Codes:
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D Dynasty Green
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H Caspian Blue
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J Rangoon Red
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