1977 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL

1977 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL

& VERSAILLES

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Lincoln Versailles, 8 Cylinder

Lincoln Continental, 8 Cylinder

Continental Mark V, 8 Cylinder

Lincoln Versailles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #54M

Base Price: $11,500; Shipping Weight: 3,800 Pounds

Production Total: 15,434

Lincoln Continental:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #53B

Base Price: $9,636; Shipping Weight: 4,880 Pounds

Production Total: 68,160

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

Base Price: $9,474; Shipping Weight: 4,836 Pounds

Production Total: 27,440

Lincoln Continental Mark V:

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

Base Price: $11,396; Shipping Weight: 4,652 Pounds

Production Total: 80,321

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Versailles: 109.9"

Continental: 127.2"

Continental Mark III: 120.4"

Tire Size:

Versailles: FR78 X 14"

Continental: KR78 X 15"

Continental Mark III: JR78 X 15"

Engine Availability by Series:

V-8 302 Cubic Inches 122 H.P. Versailles Engine, California. Available in other states

V-8 351 Cubic Inches 135 H.P. Versailles Engine

V-8 400 Cubic Inches 179 H.P. Standard Engine on Continental & Mark V

V-8 460 Cubic Inches 208 H.P. Optional Engine on Continental & Mark V

Engine Specifications:

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch, 122 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.10:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 122 @ 3,400 RPM

Torque: 222 Ft. Lbs @ 1,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Windsor Engine, 135 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.1:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 135 @ 3,200 RPM

Torque: 275 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 400 Cubic Inches, 179 H.P. (49 State Cars):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 4.00"

Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 179 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 329 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-75 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 400 Cubic Inches, 181 H.P. (California Cars):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 4.00"

Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 181 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 331 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-75 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.3600" X 3.850"

Engine Displacement: 460 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 8.0:1

Taxable Horsepower: 60.83

Horsepower: 208 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 356 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-65 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Tune Up Data:

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine (Except California & High Altitude Cars):

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: Automatic Transmission: 2 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Drive

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

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine (California Cars):

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52-6

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 700 RPM in Drive

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine (High Altitude Cars):

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52-6

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 500 RPM in Drive; 600 RPM in Drive with A/C on

Fast Idle Speed: 2,000 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 4 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 625 RPM in Drive

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

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engine, (49 State):

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug: Gap .050"

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 600 RPM in Drive

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

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 PSI

8 Cylinder 400 Cubic Inch Engine, (California):

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: 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

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch, Continental, 49 State Cars, Except High Altitude:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Timing Mark & Location: 16 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed: 525 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM, in Drive with A/C "On"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5.7 to 7.7 PSI

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch, Continental, 49 State Cars, Except High Altitude:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Timing Mark & Location: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed:

Calibration Code 7-19A-R2: 525 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM, in Drive with A/C "On"

Calibration Code 7-19A-R3: 550 RPM in Drive: 650 RPM, in Drive with A/C "On"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5.7 to 7.7 PSI

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch, Continental, California Cars & High Altitude:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-52

Spark Plug Gap: .050"

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

Timing Mark & Location: 18 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper

Engine Idle Speed: 550 RPM, in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with A/C "On"

Fast Idle Speed: 1,350 RPM, on high step of fast idle cam

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5.7 to 7.7 PSI

Valve Specifications:

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .096"-.168"

Exhaust: .096"-.168"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed:

Intake: 1-11/16"

Exhaust: 1-19/32"

Valve Spring Pressure:

Intake: 190-210 Lbs @ 1.31"

Exhaust: 190-210 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: .096"-.168"

Exhaust: .096"-.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: 190-210 Lbs @ 1.31"

Exhaust: 190-210 Lbs. @ 1.20"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0010"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. In.:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .100"-.200"

Exhaust: .100"-.200"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

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

Valve Spring Pressure: 226 Lbs @ 1.39 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .0010"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .075"-.175"

Exhaust: .075"-.175"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure:

Intake: 229 Lbs @ 1.33"

Exhaust: 253 Lbs @ 1.33"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake: .0010"-.0027"

Exhaust: .0010"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3416"-.3423"

Pistons, 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: .0008"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.2482"-2.2490"

Bearing Clearance:

#1: .0001"-.0015"

Others: .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 Engine, 400 Cubic Inches:

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 #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch:

Piston Clearance: .0014"-.0022"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.040"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4992"-2.500"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0028"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Main 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, 400 Cubic Inch Engine:

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: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Stud Nut or Bolt: : 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.

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch:

Spark Plugs: 10-15 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 130-140 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 22-32 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 28-33 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Stud: 18-25 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 5 to 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-Versailles:

V-8 Engine, 302 Cubic Inch:

Cooling System: 14.6 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 19.2 Gallons

Crankcase Capacity: 5 Quarts*

Transmission Capacity:

Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts

Differential Capacity: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

V-8 Engine, 351 Cubic Inch:

Cooling System: 15.7 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 19.2 Gallons

Crankcase Capacity: 5 Quarts*

Transmission Capacity:

Automatic Transmission: 10 Quarts

Differential Capacity: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Capacities-Continental:

V-8 Engine, 400 Cubic Inch:

Cooling System: 17.1 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

49 State Cars: 24.2 Gallons

California Cars: 20 Gallons

Crankcase Capacity: 5 Quarts*

Transmission Capacity:

Automatic Transmission:

FMX: 17.1 Quarts

C6: 12-1/2 Quarts

Differential Capacity: 5 Pints

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch:

Cooling System: 18.5 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

49 State Cars: 24.2 Gallons

California Cars: 20 Gallons

Crankcase Capacity: 5 Quarts*

Transmission Capacity:

Automatic Transmission:

FMX: 17.1 Quarts

C6: 12-1/2 Quarts

Differential Capacity: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Capacities-Mark V:

V-8 Engine, 400 Cubic Inch:

Cooling System: 17.5 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 24.2 Gallons

Crankcase Capacity: 5 Quarts*

Transmission Capacity:

FMX: 17.1 Quarts

C6: 12-1/2 Quarts

Differential Capacity: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

V-8 Engine, 460 Cubic Inch:

Cooling System: 19.4 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure: 16 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 191 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 24.2 Gallons

Crankcase Capacity: 5 Quarts*

Transmission Capacity:

FMX: 17.1 Quarts

C6: 12-1/2 Quarts

Differential Capacity: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

302 & 351 V-8 Engines:

Starter #: D8OF-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.

400 V-8 Engines:

Starter #: 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.

460 V-8 Engines:

Starter #: D6AF-AA:

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

Model #10300, Orange, 40 Ampere, Rear Terminal:

Current Rating:

40 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current:

2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Model #D4AF-AA

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Model #10300, Green, 60 Ampere, Rear Terminal:

Current Rating:

60 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current:

2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Model #D4AF-AA

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Model #10300, 70 Ampere:

Current Rating:

70 Amperes @ 15 Amperes

Field Current:

2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Model #D4AF-AA

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Model #10300, 90 Ampere:

Current Rating:

90 Amperes @ 15 Amperes

Field Current:

2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Model #D4TF-AA

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Distributor Specifications:

Distributor #D6VE-AA:

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 500 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 4 to 6 Degrees @ 700 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 7-1/4 to 9-1/2 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 3"

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

Distributor #D6VE-CA:

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 7-1/2 to 9-1/2 Degrees @ 725 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 3.5"

Maximum Advance: 13-1/4 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Distributor #D7VE-DA:

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 3-3/4 to 5-3/4 Degrees @ 700 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 3.2"

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

Distributor #D7VE-FA:

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: -1 to +1-1/2 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 1-3/4 to 4-1/2 Degrees @ 700 RPM

Full Advance: 13-3/4 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4.5"

Maximum Advance: 15-1/4 Degrees @ 12-1/2" Vacuum

Distributor #D7DE-GA:

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 0 to 1 Degrees @ 525 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2-1/4 to 4-1/4 Degrees @ 700 RPM

Full Advance: 7-1/4 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 3"

Maximum Advance: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor #D7DE-HA:

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: -1 to +1/2 Degrees @ 550 RPM

Intermediate Advance: 2 to 4 Degrees @ 750 RPM

Full Advance: 6-1/2 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5"

Maximum Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Rear Axle Specifications:

Carrier Type: Removable

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Adjustment .008"-.012"

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .015"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Adjustment:

New Bearing With Collapsible Spacer & Seal: 17-27 Inch Pounds

New Bearing With Solid Spacer & Seal: 13-33 Inch Pounds

Used Bearing With Collapsible Spacer & Seal: 8-14 Inch Pounds

Used Bearing With Solid Spacer & Seal: 13-33 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

Adjustment:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .005"-.008"

Pinion Nut Torque:

With Collapsible Spacer: 170 Ft. Lbs.

With Solid Spacer: 200 Ft. Lbs.

Brake Specifications, Lincoln Continental:

Brake Drum Diameter: 11.030"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc Brakes: 3.100"

Rear Drum Brakes: 1"

4 Wheel Disc Grakes: 2.6"

Master Cylinder Bore:

With 4 Wheel Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"

With Rear Drum Brakes: 1"

Brake Specifications, Mark IV*:

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc Brakes: 3.100"

Rear: 2.6"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1-1/8"

* Has 4 Wheel Disc Brakes

Brake Specifications, Versailles*:

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc Brakes: 2.600"

Rear: 2.1"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

* Has 4 Wheel Disc Brakes

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Versailles:

Caster: -1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: +1/4 Degrees

Right: +1/4 Degrees

Toe-In: 1/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel:

With Power Steering: 18.20 Degrees

Without Power Steering: 18.43 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Continental:

Caster: + 2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: +1/2 Degrees

Right: +1/4 Degrees

Toe-In: 1/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.16 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Wheel Alignment Specifications, Continental Mark IV:

Caster: + 2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: +1/2 Degrees

Right: +1/4 Degrees

Toe-In: 3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.09 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Carburetor Adjustments:

Note: See 1977 Ford Motor Company Carburetor Data File

Lincoln Continental & Mark V, Popular Options:

Town Car & Town Coupe Package on Continental; AM-FM Multiplex Radio; AM-FM Multiplex Radio with 8 Track Stereo Tape System; AM-FM Multiplex Radio with Quadrasonic 8 Track Stereo Tape System; AM-FM Stereo Search Radio; CB Radio; Cruise Control; Six Way Twin Comfort Power Seat; Six Way Twin Comfort Power Seat with Passenger Recliner; Six Way Twin Comfort Power Seat with Passenger Recliner & Lumbar Support; Tilt Steering Wheel; Power Glass Moon Roof; Coach Lamps; Traction-Lok Differential; Space Saver; Leather Interior; Velour Interior; Vinyl Roof on Continental; Luxury Wheel Covers; Forged Aluminum Wheels; Power Vent Windows on Continental 4 Door; Interval Wipers; Anti-Theft Alarm System; Fuel EconomyLight; Four Note Horn; Sure-Track Brake System; Electric Rear Defroster; Right Remote Control Outside Mirror; Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors; Illuminated Entry System; Four Wheel Disc Brakes (Standard on Mark IV); Luggage Compartment Carpeting; Interior Name;plate with Gold Accent; Body Side Moldings with Vinyl Insert; Moondust Metallic Paint; Diamond Fire Metallic Paint; Varous Axle Ratios; and Much More.

Lincoln Versailles, Popular Options:

AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8 Track Tape Player; AM-FM Stereo Radio with Quadrasonic 8 Track Tape Player; CB Radio; Power Locks; Electric Rear Defroster; Garage Door Opener; Illuminated Outside Thermometer; Tilt Steering Wheel; Reclining Bucket Seats; Power Glass Panel Monroof; Dual Shade Paint; Wire Wheel Covers; Leather Trim; Various Trim Packages; Floor Shift Selector; Engine Block Heater; Engine Options, and Much More.

1977 Lincoln Historical Data:

Introduction date for the 1977 Lincoln Continental & Mark V was on October 1, 1976. The Versalles was introduced on March 28, 1977. Model Year Production Total was 191,355.

1977 Lincoln Colors & Codes:

1-C Black

1-J Silver Diamond Fire

1-L Black Diamond Flare

1-N Dove Gray

1-P Medium Gray

2-G Red Moondust

2-S Dark Diamond Bright Red

2-T Rose Crystal

3-G Bright Dark Blue

3-P Blue Diamond Flare

3-U Light Blue

6-P Cream

6-Y Bright Yellow Gold Diamond Fire

7-A Light Jade

7-B Light Jade Crystal

8-N Dark Cordovan

8-P Light Cordovan

8-V Medium Ember Diamond

8-Z Medium Nectar Diamond

9-D White

31 Midnight Blue

32 Medium Diamond

46 Dark Jade

84 Midnight Cordovan

Promotional Models Available:

Plastic: None