1970 FORD

1970 FORD

Full Sized Models

Model Designations:

Ford Custom, 6 Cylinder

Ford Custom, V-8

Ford Galaxie 500, 6 Cylinder

Ford Galaxie 500, V-8

Ford Galaxie 500, 6 Cylinder

Ford Galaxie 500 XL, V-8

Ford LTD, V-8

Ford LTD Brougham, V-8

Ford Custom, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54E

Factory Price: $2,771; Shipping Weight: 3,527 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Custom 500 Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54B

Factory Price: $2,872; Shipping Weight: 3,567 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 # 54E

Factory Price: $2,850; Shipping Weight: 3,663 Pounds

Production Total: 42,849*

4 Door Ranch Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71D

Factory Price: $3,305; Shipping Weight: 4,079 Pounds

Production Total: 15,086

4 Door Custom 500 Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54B

Factory Price: $2,951; Shipping Weight: 3,603 Pounds

Production Total: 41,261*

4 Door Ranch Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71H

Factory Price: $3,358; Shipping Weight: 4,049 Pounds

Production Total: 15,304

4 Door Ranch Wagon, 10 Passenger, Body # 71J

Factory Price: $3,481; Shipping Weight: 4,137 Pounds

Production Total: 9,943

* Production Totals include Ford Custom 6 Cylinder production figures.

Ford Galaxie 500, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54A

Factory Price: $3,026; Shipping Weight: 3,540 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 57B

Factory Price: $3,096; Shipping Weight: 3,705 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door FT Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65C

Factory Price: $3,094; Shipping Weight: 3,550 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Fastback, 6 Passenger, Body # 63B

Factory Price: $3,043; Shipping Weight: 3,549 Pounds

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: $3,137; Shipping Weight: 3,661 Pounds

Production Total: 101,784*

4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 57B

Factory Price: $3,208; Shipping Weight: 3,732 Pounds

Production Total: 53,817*

2 Door FT Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65C

Factory Price: $3,205; Shipping Weight: 3,671 Pounds

Production Total: 57,059*

2 Door Fastback, 6 Passenger, Body # 63B

Factory Price: $3,154; Shipping Weight: 3,670 Pounds

Production Total: 50,825*

4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71B

Factory Price: $3,488; Shipping Weight: 4,089 Pounds

Production Total: 32,209

4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 10 Passenger, Body # 71C

Factory Price: $3,600; Shipping Weight: 4,112 Pounds

Production Total: 22,645

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

Ford Galaxie XL, V-8, Body Styles:

2 Door Fastback, 5 Passenger, Body # 63C

Factory Price: $3,293; Shipping Weight: 3,750 Pounds

Production Total: 27,251

2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body # 76B

Factory Price: $3,501; Shipping Weight: 3,983 Pounds

Production Total: 6,348

Ford LTD, V-8, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54C

Factory Price: $3,307; Shipping Weight: 3,701 Pounds

Production Total: 78,306*

4 Door HardtopSedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 57F

Factory Price: $3,385; Shipping Weight: 3,771 Pounds

Production Total: 90,390*

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65A

Factory Price: $3,356; Shipping Weight: 3,727 Pounds

Production Total: 96,324*

4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 71E

Factory Price: $3,832; Shipping Weight: 4,139 Pounds

Production Total: 39,837

4 Door Country Sedan Wagon, 10 Passenger, Body # 71A

Factory Price: $3,609; Shipping Weight: 4,185 Pounds

Production Total: 69,077

* Includes LTD Brougham Production.

Ford LTD Brougham, V-8, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54

Factory Price: $3,502; Shipping Weight: 3,829 Pounds

Production Total: *

4 Door HardtopSedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 57

Factory Price: $3,579; Shipping Weight: 4,029 Pounds

Production Total: *

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65

Factory Price: $3,537; Shipping Weight: 3,855 Pounds

Production Total: *

* Production included with LTD.

Chassis:

Wheelbase: 121"

Tire Sizes:

Custom: G78 X 15"

Galaxie 500 & LTD: H78 X 15"

Engine Availability by Model:

I-6 240 Cubic Inches 150 H.P. Standard Engine, except XL & LTD.

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

V-8 351 Cubic Inches 250 H.P. Standard XL, LTD & Wagons. Optional on other models.

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 270 H.P. Optional on all models

V-8 429 Cubic Inches 320 H.P. Optional on all models.

V-8 429 Cubic Inches 360 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 @ 2,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 302 Cubic Inches, 210 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 210 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 295 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 351 Cubic Inches, 250 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 250 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 355 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 270 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.0468" x 3.781"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.96

Horsepower: 270 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 390 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 429 Cubic Inches, 320 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.360" x 3.590"

Engine Displacement: 429 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 60.80

Horsepower: 320 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs @ 2,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 429 Cubic Inches, 360 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.360" x 3.590"

Engine Displacement: 429 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 11.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 60.80

Horsepower: 360 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 476 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-55 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

6 Cylinder 240 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap:

Dual Diaphragm Distributor: .027"

Single Diaphragm Distributor: .025"

Distributor Cam Angle:

Dual Diaphragm Distributor: 35-40 Degrees

Single Diaphragm Distributor: 37-42 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 775 RPM, 500 RPM with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 775 RPM; 500 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 575 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 775 RPM; 500 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 575 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

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: 775 RPM; 500 RPM, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .035"

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:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM; 500 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engines, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .021"

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, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engines, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:

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, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

Valve Specifications:

6 Cylinder, 240 Cubic Inch Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: 1 Turn

Exhaust: 1 Turn

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

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

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, 302 Cu. In. Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .067"-.167"

Exhaust: .067"-.167"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

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

Valve Spring Pressure: 75 Lbs @ 1.66 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder, 351 Cu. In. Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .083"-.183"

Exhaust: .083"-.183"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-25/32"

Valve Spring Pressure: 83 Lbs @ 1.79 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .100"-.200"

Exhaust: .100"-.200"

Valve Angles:

Seat:

Intake: 30 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"

Valve Spring Pressure: 90 Lbs @ 1.82 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3711"-.3718"

Exhaust: .3706"-.3713"

8 Cylinder Engine, 429 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .075"-.175"

Exhaust: .075"-.175"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face:: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-51/64"

Valve Spring Pressure: 80 Lbs @ 1.81 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027";

Exhaust .001"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3416"-.3423"

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: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3982"-2.3990"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #5

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0018"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9121"

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 #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0018"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9121"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3103"-2.3110"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0013"-.0025"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0015"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .975"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"

Bearing Clearance: .0013"-.0025"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"

8 Cylinder Engine, 429 Cubic Inches:

Piston Clearance: .0014"-.0032"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.041"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4992"-2.5000"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

6 Cylinder, 240 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 70-75Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-28 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 23-28 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: 130-150 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-72 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-25 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-16 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, 351 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 95-100 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-25 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3 to 5 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, 429 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 130-140 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 28-33 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 65-75 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 5-6 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.

Capacities-All Series:

With 6 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: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

3 Speed: 11 Quarts

C4: 10-1/4 Quarts

C6: 13 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch 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: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

3 Speed: 11 Quarts

C4: 10-1/4 Quarts

C6: 13 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 15-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 16-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

3 Speed: 11 Quarts

C4: 10-1/4 Quarts

C6: 13 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 390 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder 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: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

3 Speed: 11 Quarts

C4: 10-1/4 Quarts

C6: 13 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 429 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 17-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 18-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 12-3/4 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

240, 302 & 351 Cubic Inch Engines:

Part #C5TZ-11002-A

Rotation: Clockwise

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 #C2OZ-11002-A

Rotation: Clockwise

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.

390 Cubic Inch Engines:

Part #C3OZ-11002-C:

Rotation: Clockwise

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.

429 Cubic Inch Engines:

Part #C8VY-11002-C:

Rotation: Clockwise

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts @ 10,000 RPM

Torque Test: 700 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.

Ford Alternator Specifications:

Alternator #C0ZF-10300-B, 38 Ampere:

Current Rating: 42 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: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D0AF-10300-C, 42 Ampere:

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D0AF-10300-F, 42 Ampere:

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D0AF-10300-G, 42 Ampere:

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D0AF-10300-E, 55 Ampere:

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D0AF-10300-H, 55 Ampere:

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D0ZF-10300-A, 55 Ampere:

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.6-15.1 Volts

Contact Gap: .018"-.020"

Armature Air Gap: .042"-.052"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .011"-.018"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 6.2 to 7.2 Volts

Alternator #D0ZF-10300-C, 55 Ampere:

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.6-15.1 Volts

Contact Gap: .018"-.020"

Armature Air Gap: .042"-.052"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .011"-.018"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 6.2 to 7.2 Volts

Alternator #D0SF-10300-A, 55 Ampere:

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.6-15.1 Volts

Contact Gap: .018"-.020"

Armature Air Gap: .042"-.052"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .011"-.018"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 6.2 to 7.2 Volts

Alternator #D1ZF-10300-AA, 55 Ampere:

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D1AF-10300-AA, 61 Ampere:

Current Rating: 61 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D1AF-10300-AB, 65 Ampere:

Current Rating: 65 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Alternator #D0AF-10300-A, 65 Ampere:

Current Rating: 65 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Alternator #C5TF-10300-K, 65 Ampere:

Current Rating: 65 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (L-N)

Distributor Specifications:

6 Cylinder Engine with Standard Transmission:

Part #C8AF-A

Breaker Point Gap: .027"

Cam Angle: 35-40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

7 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

6 Cylinder Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C8AF-B

Breaker Point Gap: .027"

Cam Angle: 35-40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

7 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

Part #D0AF-Y

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,325 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C0AF-T

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 3,150 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

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

Maximum Retard:

3-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

Part #D0AF-H

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,375 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Part #D0AF-AC

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 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

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

Part #C8AF-M

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C0OF-Z

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

3-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission & 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Part #C8VF-C

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,975 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission & 4 Barrel Carburetor:

Part #D0AF-Z

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,950 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission & 4 Barrel Carburetor:

Part #C9AF-Y

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,775 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

Brake Specifications, Passenger Cars:

Brake Drum Diameter: 11.03"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.755"

Front Drum: 1.125"

Rear: .938"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Brake Specifications, Station Wagons:

Brake Drum Diameter: 11.03"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.755"

Front Drum: 1.094"

Rear: .938"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Rear Axle, All Models:

Carrier Type: Removable

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

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .020"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings with Seal: 15-35 Inch Pounds

With New Bearings without Seal: 12-1/2 to 32-1/2 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .005"-.008"

Pinion Nut Torque: 200 Ft. Lbs.

Carrier Type: Integral

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

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .030"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings with Seal: 15-35 Inch Pounds

With New Bearings without Seal: 12-1/2 to 32-1/2 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .005"-.008"

Pinion Nut Torque: 200 Ft. Lbs.

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: +1 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1/2 Degree

Right: + 1/2 Degree

Toe-In: 3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 19-1/6 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Carburetor Adjustments:

See 1970 Ford Motor Company Carburetors Database:

Popular Options:

Cruise-O-Matic Transmission; Power Disc Brakes; Power Steering; Air Conditioning; Tinted Glass; AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; Vinyl Roof; White Sidewall Tires; Various Trim Options; Various Engine & Transmission Options, and Much More.

1970 Ford Historical Data:

Introduction date of the 1970 Ford line was in September, 1969.

Total Ford Production for the1970 model year was 1,956,367 including 850,375 Full Size Fords.

1970 Ford Colors & Codes:

A Raven Black or History Onyx

B Dark Maroon

C Dark Ivy Green or Bring'em Back Olive

D Light Yellow or Last Stand Custer

F Dark Bright Aqua or Young Turquoise

G Medium Lime

J Grabber Blue

K Bright Gold or Freudian Gilt

M Wimbledon White or Knight White

N Diamond Blue or Baby Blue Ice

O Original Cinnamon

P Medium Ivy Green or Three Putt Green

Q Medium Blue or Three She Blue

S Champagne Gold or Good Clean Fawn

T Candy Apple Red or Counter Revolutionary Red

U Grabber Red

W Yellow

X Dark Blue

Z Grabber Green

1 Calypso Coral

2 New Lime

5 Ginger or Medium Brown

6 Acapulco Blue or Hulla Blue

7 Anti-Establish Mint

8 Morning Gold

9 Pastel Yellow

Promotional Models Available:

Plastic: LTD 4 Door Hardtop; Fairlane Cobra 429 2 Door Hardtop; Maverick 2 Door Sedan; Thunderbird 2 Door Hardtop;