1968 FORD FALCON

1968 FORD FALCON

Model Designations:

Ford Falcon, Standard Series, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Ford Falcon, Futura Series, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Ford Falcon, Standard, 6 & 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54A

Factory Price: $2,301; Shipping Weight: 2,714 Pounds

Production Total: 29,166*

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 62A

Factory Price: $2,252; Shipping Weight: 2,659 Pounds

Production Total: 36,443*

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71A

Factory Price: $2,617; Shipping Weight: 3,132 Pounds

Production Total: 15,576*

* Includes 8 Cylinder Production.

Ford Falcon Futura, 6 & 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54B

Factory Price: $2,456; Shipping Weight: 2,719 Pounds

Production Total: 18,733*

2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 62B

Factory Price: $2,415; Shipping Weight: 2,685 Pounds

Production Total: 10,633*

2 Door Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 62C

Factory Price: $2,541; Shipping Weight: 2,713 Pounds

Production Total: 10,077*

4 Door Squire Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71B

Factory Price: $2,728; Shipping Weight: 3,123 Pounds

Production Total: 10,761*

* Includes 8 Cylinder Production.

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Passenger Cars: 110.9"

Station Wagons: 113"

Tire Sizes:

Passenger Cars: 6.95 X 14"

Station Wagons: 7.75 X 14

Engine Availability by Model:

I-6 170 Cubic Inches 105 H.P. Standard Engine, except Futura & Wagons

I-6 200 Cubic Inches. 120 H.P. Standard on Futura & /Wagons. Optional on Base Falcon.

V-8 289 Cubic Inches 200 H.P. Optional Engine.

V-8 302 Cubic Inches 210 H.P. Optional Engine.

V-8 302 Cubic Inches 230 H.P. Optional Engine.

General Engine Specifications:

6 Cylinder, 105 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6

Bore & Stroke: 3.50" x 2.93"

Engine Displacement: 170 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.10

Taxable Horsepower: 29.40

Horsepower: 105 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 158 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

6 Cylinder, 120 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6

Bore & Stroke: 3.680" x 3.12"

Engine Displacement: 200 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.20:1

Taxable Horsepower: 32.50

Horsepower: 120 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 190 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 289 Cubic Inch 200 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 2.87"

Engine Displacement: 289 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.30:1

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

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch, 210 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 210 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 295 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch, 230 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 230 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 310 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

Note: TES: Thermactor Emission System

6 Cylinder, 170 Cubic Inch Engine:

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: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI

6 Cylinder 200 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-82

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .027"

Distributor Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 700 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI

8 Cylinder 289 Cubic Inch Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 625 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 30-33 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 625 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine, with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Thermactor Emission System:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 30-33 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 625 RPM, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine, with 4 Barrel Carburetor with IMO System:

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:

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI

Valve Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engines, 170 & 200 Cubic Inch:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .066"-.166"

Exhaust: .066"-.166"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-9/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 150 Lbs @ 1.22"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0008"-.0025"

Exhaust .001"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3100"-.3107"

Exhaust: .3098"-.3105"

8 Cylinder 289 & 302 Cubic Inch Engines:

Valve Lash:

Intake: 3/4 Turns

Exhaust: 3/4 Turns

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-5/8"

Valve Spring Pressure: 180 Lbs @ 1.23"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .001"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

Piston, Rings, Pins, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

6 Cylinder Engines:

Piston Clearance: .0014"-.0020"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1232"-2.1240"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2482"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing:

#3 on 170 Cubic Inch Engines

#5 on 200 Cubic Inch Engines

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 289 & 302 Cubic Inch Engines:

Piston Clearance: .0018"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1228"-2.1236"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2482"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 70-75 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: 85-100 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder 289 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-72 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 20-22 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 15-20 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.

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-72 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 20-22 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 15-20 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: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 16 Gallons

Station Wagons: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 4-1/2 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 8 Quarts

Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 8 Cylinder 289 Cubic Inch Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 16 Gallons

Station Wagons: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 14 Quarts

With Heater: 15 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 16 Gallons

Station Wagons: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engines:

Part #C7ZF-11001-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 8,500 RPM

Torque Test: 460 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 9 Ft. Lbs.

Part #C7OF-11001-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

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

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Part #C7DF-11001-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 8,500 RPM

Torque Test: 460 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 9 Ft. Lbs.

289 & 302 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #C7AF-11001-B

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

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

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Part #C7AF-11001-D

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

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

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Part #C7AF-11001-F

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

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

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Ford Alternator Specifications:

Part #C6AF-10300-A

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8 to 3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C6AF-10300-B

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8 to 3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C6AF-10300-G

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8 to 3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C6DF-10300-A

Current Rating: 38 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.4 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Part #C6TF-10300-F

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8 to 3.3 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts

Distributor Specifications:

Note: TEECS: Thermactor Exhaust Emission Control System

6 Cylinder Engine, 170 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

Part #C8DF-A

Breaker Point Gap: .027"

Cam Angle: 35-40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

6 Cylinder Engine, 170 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C8DF-B

Breaker Point Gap: .027"

Cam Angle: 35-40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

6 Cylinder Engine, 200 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

Part #C8DF-C

Breaker Point Gap: .027"

Cam Angle: 35-40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

6 Cylinder Engine, 200 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C8DF-D

Breaker Point Gap: .027"

Cam Angle: 35-40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 289 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

Part #C8TF-F

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 289 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C8TF-B

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:

Part #C8ZF-A

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 10-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission:

Part #C8ZF-D

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:

Part #C8ZF-E

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission:

Part #C8ZF-C

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

Brake Specifications, Passenger Cars, All Series

6 Cylinder Passenger Cars:

Brake Drum Diameter: 9.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.375"

Front Drum: 1.062"

Rear: .844"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: .9375"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: .9375"

8 Cylinder Passenger Cars:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.375"

Front Drum: 1.125"

Rear: .906"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: .9375"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: .9375"

Station Wagons:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.375"

Front Drum: 1.094"

Rear: .938"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: .9375"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: .9375"

Rear Axle, All Models:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .008"-.012"

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .017"

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: 17-27 Inch Pounds

With Used Bearings: 6-12 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .003"-.005"

Pinion Nut Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs.

Carrier Type: Removable

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .008"-.012"

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim:

With 7-3/4" or 8" Ring Gear: .022"

With 8-3/4" or 9" Ring Gear: .015"

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings:

With 7-3/4" or 8" Ring Gear: 17-32 Inch Pounds

With 8-3/4" or 9" Ring Gear: 22-32 Inch Pounds

With Used Bearings: 8-14 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .003"-.008"

Pinion Nut Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs.

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: -1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1/4 Degree

Right: + 1/4 Degree

Toe-In: 1/4"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel:

Manual Steering: 18-1/8 Degrees

Power Steering: 17-7/8 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Ford Carburetor Adjustments:

Note: See 1968 Ford Motor Company Carburetors Data File

Popular Options:

Push Button Radio & Antenna; 8 Track Stereo Tape; Fresh Air Heater & Defroster; Automatic Transmission; Windshield Washer; Electric Wipers; Heavy Duty Battery; Two Tone Paint; Vinyl Roof on 2 Door Sedans; White Wall Tires; Wheel Covers; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Tailgate Window on Station Wagons, Luggage Rack for Station Wagons; Engine & Transmission Options; and Much More.

1968 Ford Historical Data:

Introduction date of the 1968 Ford was on September 22, 1967.

Total Ford Production for the1968 model year was 1,674,873 including 131,389 Falcons.

1968 Ford Falcon Colors & Codes:

A Raven Black

B Royal Maroon

D Acapulco Blue

F Gulfstream Aqua

1 Lime Gold

M Wimbledon White

N Diamond Blue

O Seafoam Green

Q Brittany Blue

R Highland Green

T Tahoe Turquoise

W Meadowlark Yellow

X Presidential Blue

Y Sunlit Gold

5 Low Gloss Black (Mustang Hood & Cowl)

6 Pebble Beige

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