1977 FORD THUNDERBIRD

1977 FORD THUNDERBIRD

Model Designations:

Ford Thunderbird, V-8

Ford Thunderbird Town Landau, V-8

Ford Thunderbird, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #60H

Factory Price: $5,063; Shipping Weight: 3,907 Pounds

Production Total: 318,140*

Ford Thunderbird Town Landau, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body #60H

Factory Price: $7,990; Shipping Weight: 4,104 Pounds

Production Total: *

* Base Thunderbird and Town Landau Production figures are combined.

Chassis:

Wheelbase: 114.0"

Tire Sizes:

Standard: HR78 X 15"

Optional: HR70 X 15"

Rear Axle Ratio:

Except 400 Engine: 2.50:1

400 Engine: 3.00:1

Engine Availability:

V-8 302 Cubic Inch Standard Engine

V-8 351 Cubic Inch Optional Engine

V-8 400 Cubic Inch Optional Engine

General Engine Specifications:

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch, 130 H.P. Engine

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.40:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 130 @ 3,400 RPM

Torque: 243 Ft. Lbs @ 1,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Windsor Engine, 149 H.P. (49 State):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.3:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 149 @ 3,200 RPM

Torque: 291 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Modified Engine, 161 H.P. (49 State):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 161 @ 3,600 RPM

Torque: 285 Ft. Lbs @ 1,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Modified Engine, 161 H.P. (California):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 161 @ 3,600 RPM

Torque: 286 Ft. Lbs @ 1,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Modified Engine, 161 H.P. (High Altitude):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 161 @ 3,600 RPM

Torque: 286 Ft. Lbs @ 1,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Engine, 173 H.P. (49 State):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 4.00"

Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 173 @ 3,800 RPM

Torque: 326 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-75 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Engine, 168 H.P. (California):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 4.00"

Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 168 @ 3,800 RPM

Torque: 323 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-75 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Engine, 173 H.P. (High Altitude):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 4.00"

Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 173 @ 3,800 RPM

Torque: 326 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-75 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications:

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with A/C on.

Fast Idle Speed: 2,100 RPM on high step of fast idle cam.

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6.8 PSI

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, Calibration code: 7-32B-R1:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 14 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM; 625 RPM in Drive with A/C on.

Fast Idle Speed: 2,100 RPM on high step of fast idle cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, Calibration code: 7-32B-R10 & 7-32B-R12:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 625 RPM in Drive

Fast Idle Speed: 2,100 RPM on high step of fast idle cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, Calibration code: 7-14B-R10:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Drive

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM on kickdown step cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, Calibration code: 7-14B-R10 & 7-14B-R11:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 9 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Drive

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM on kickdown step cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, Calibration code: 7-34A-R0 & 7-34B-R0:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with A/C on

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM on kickdown step cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, Calibration code: 7-14N-R0 & 7-14N-R13:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52-6

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with A/C on

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM on kickdown step cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, California, Calibration code: 7-14N-R13:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52-6

Spark Plug Gap: .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with A/C on

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM on kickdown step cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engine, except California Cars, Calibration Code: 7-17B-R1 &

7-37A-RO:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission:

Calibration Code 7-17B-R1: 600 RPM in Drive

Calibration Code 7-37A-R0: 650 RPM in Drive

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM, on kickdown step of cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engine, except California Cars, Calibration Code: 7-17B-R15:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM, on kickdown step of cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engine, except California Cars, Calibration Code: 7-17B-R16:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM, on kickdown step of cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engine, except California Cars, Calibration Code: 7-17C-R1:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM, on kickdown step of cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engine, except California Cars:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52-6

Spark Plug: Gap .060"

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with A/C on

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM, on kickdown step of cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

Note: Calibration codes are located on the engine identification label at the rear of the left valve cover. The calibration code is located after the engine code number.

Valve Specifications:

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .071"-.168"

Exhaust: .096"-.168"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed:

Intake: 1-11/16"

Exhaust: 1-39/64"

Valve Spring Pressure:

Intake: 200 Lbs @ 1.31"

Exhaust: 200 Lbs. @ 1.20"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0010"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Windsor Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .071"-.168"

Exhaust: .071"-.168"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed:

Intake: 1-51/64"

Exhaust: 1-39/64"

Valve Spring Pressure:

Intake: 200 Lbs @ 1.34"

Exhaust: 200 Lbs. @ 1.20"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0010"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Cleveland Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .125"-.175"

Exhaust: .125"-.175"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-53/64"

Valve Spring Pressure: 226 Lbs @ 1.39"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0010"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .125"-.175"

Exhaust: .125"-.175"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-53/64"

Valve Spring Pressure: 226 Lbs @ 1.39"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0010"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

Piston, Rings, Pins, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

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:

#1: .0001"-.0015"

#2, 3, 4, & 5: .0004"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2482"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Windsor Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0018"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9121"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3103"-2.3111"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Cleveland Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0014"-0022"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9751"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3103"-2.3111

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0014"-0022"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .9751"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3103"-2.3111"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0015"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engines:

Spark Plugs: 10-15 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-72 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-25 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Stud Nut: 17-23 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 351 Cubic Inch Windsor Engines:

Spark Plugs: 10-15 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 105-112 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-25 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.

Fulcrum Bolt to Cylinder Head: 17-23 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 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 351 Cubic Inch Cleveland Engines:

Spark Plugs: 10-15 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 95-100 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold:

5/16" Bolts: 19-25 Ft. Lbs.

3/8" Bolts: 22-32 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 18-25 Ft. Lbs.

Fulcrum Bolt to Cylinder Head: 18-25 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 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 400 Cubic Inch Engines:

Spark Plugs: 10-15 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold:

5/16" Bolts: 19-25 Ft. Lbs.

3/8" Bolts. 22-32 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 18-25 Ft. Lbs.

Fulcrum Bolt to Cylinder Head: 18-25 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 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.

Capacities:

With 302 Cu. In. Engines:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 14.8 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 15.1 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 26 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission: 10.3 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 351 Cu. In. Windsor Engines:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 15.9 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16.2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 26 Gallons (California: 22 Gallons)

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission:

C-4: 10.3 Quarts

FMX: 11 Quarts

C6: 12.2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 351 Cu. In. Cleveland Engines:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 17.1 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17.1 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 26 Gallons (California: 22 Gallons)

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission:

C-4: 10.3 Quarts

FMX: 11 Quarts

C6: 12.2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 400 Cu. In. Engines:

Cooling System:

With Heater: 17.1 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17.1 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 26 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Automatic Transmission:

FMX: 11 Quarts

C6: 12.2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

302 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #D6OF-AA

Brush Spring Tension: 80 Ounces

No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

351 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #D6OF-AA

Brush Spring Tension: 80 Ounces

No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

Part #D5AF-EA

Brush Spring Tension: 80 Ounces

No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

400 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #D6OF-AA

Brush Spring Tension: 80 Ounces

No Load Test: 80 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

Ford Alternator Specifications:

Model #10300

Alternator: All Green, 70 Ampere

Current Rating @ 15 Volts: 70 Ampres

Field Current: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator #D4TF-AA:

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closting Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.5-4.0 Volts

Alternator: All , 90 Ampere

Current Rating @ 15 Volts: 90 Ampres

Field Current: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator #D4TF-AA:

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closting Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.5-4.0 Volts

Alternator: Orange

Current Rating @ 15 Volts: 40 Ampres

Field Current: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator #D4AF-AA:

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closting Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.5-4.0 Volts

Alternator: Green

Current Rating @ 15 Volts: 60 Ampres

Field Current: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator #D4AF-AA:

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closting Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.5-4.0 Volts

Distributor Specifications:

Part #D6AE-AA

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4 to 6 Degrees @ 700 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 4.3" Vacuum

Full Advance: 15-1/4 Degrees @ 11-1/2" Vacuum

Part #D7AE-BA

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 425 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2-3/4 to 4-3/4 Degrees @ 625 RPM

Full Advance: 13-1/2Degrees @ 2,250 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 3.5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 15-1/4 Degrees @ 12" Vacuum

Part #D7AE-CA

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 700 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 3-1/2 to 6 Degrees @ 1,600 RPM

Full Advance: 10-3/4 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 3" Vacuum

Full Advance: 15-1/4 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum

Part #D7AE-DA

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 3-3/4 to 5-3/4 Degrees @ 675 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 3.2" Vacuum

Full Advance: 15-1/4 Degrees @ 14-1/2" Vacuum

Part #D7DE-CA

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4-3/4 to 6-3/4 Degrees @ 700 RPM

Full Advance: 15-1/2 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 3" Vacuum

Full Advance: 15-1/4 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum

Part #D7OE-CA

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2-3/4 to 43/4 Degrees @ 575 RPM

Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 3-1/2" Vacuum

Full Advance: 15-1/4 Degrees @ 14-1/2" Vacuum

Rear Axle Specifications:

Carrier Type: Removable

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

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .015"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Adjustment:

New Bearings & New Seal with Collapsible Spacer:: 17 to 27 Inch Lbs.

New Bearings & New Seal with Solid Spacer: 13 to 33 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings & New Seal with Collapsible Spacer: 8 to14 Inch Lbs.

Used Bearings & New Seal with Solid Spacer: 15 to 35 Inch Lbs.

Differential Bearing Preload:

Adjustment:

New Bearings: .008"-.012"

Used Bearings: .005"-.008"

Pinion Nut Torque:

With Collapsible Spacer: 170 Ft. Lbs.

With Solid Spacer: 200 Ft. Lbs.

If torque is not possible, install new spacer.

Brake Specifications

Brake Drum Diameter: 11.03"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 3.100"

Rear: 15-16"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc Brakes Only: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: +4 Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 1/2 Degree

Right: + 1/4 Degree

Toe-In: 1/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.06 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Ford Carburetor Adjustments:

Note: See 1977 Ford Motor Company Carburetor Data File

Popular Options:

AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio with Tape Player; AM-FM Quadrasonic Radio with Stereo 8 Track; AM-FM Stereo Search Radio; Dual Rear Speakers; Power Antenna; Air Conditioning; Climate Control Air Conditioning; Tinted Glass; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Windows; 6 Way Power Seats; Cruise Control; Left & Right Outside Mirrors; Electric Rear Window Defogger; Trip Odometer; Manual Passenger Seat Recliner; Windshield Washers; Vacuum Trunk Release; White Sidewall Tires; Leather Seats; Power Moon Roof; Sun Roof; Tilt Steering Wheel; Heavy Duty Battery; Turbine Spoke Aluminum Wheels; Space Saver Spare Tire; Undercoating; Equa-Lock Differential; & More.

1977 Ford Thunderbird Historical Data:

Introduction date of the 1977 Ford Thunderbird was on October 1, 1976.

Total Ford Production for the1977 Model Year was 1,840,427, including 318,140 Thunderbirds.

1977 Ford Colors &Codes:

1-C Black

1-G Silver

1-N Dove Gray

1-P Medium Gray (Two-Tone Color)

2-A Coral

2-M Dark Red

2-R Bright Red

2-U Lipstick Red

2-Y Rose

3-G Bright Dark Blule

3-U Light Blue

3-V Bright Blue

4-V Dark Yellow-Green

5-M Medium Chestnut

5-Q Dark Brown

6-E Bright Yellow

6-P Cream

6-U Light Tan

6-V Medium Gold

7-H Bright Aqua

7-L Light Jade

7-R Chartreuse

7-S Dark Emerald

7-T Medium Emerald

8-G Vista Orange

8-H Tan

8-J Medium Tan

8-K Bright Saddle

8-W Chamois

8-Y Champagne

9-D White

46 Dark Jade

47 Light Green

Promotional Models Available:

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