1969 MERCURY COMET
MONTEGO & CYCLONE
Model Designations:
Mercury Comet, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Mercury Montego, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Mercury Montego MX, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Mercury Cyclone, 8 Cylinder
Mercury Comet, 6 & 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 01
Factory Price: $2,515; Shipping Weight: 3,087 Pounds
Production Total: 14,104
Mercury Montego, 6 & 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 06
Factory Price: $2,538; Shipping Weight: 3,060 Pounds
Production Total: 21,950
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 07
Factory Price: $2,588; Shipping Weight: 3,074 Pounds
Production Total: 17,785
Mercury Montego MX, 6 & 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 08
Factory Price: $2,962; Shipping Weight: 3,458 Pounds
Production Total: 10,590
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 10
Factory Price: $2,701; Shipping Weight: 3,094 Pounds
Production Total: 17,738
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 11
Factory Price: $2,719; Shipping Weight: 3,106 Pounds
Production Total: 22,909
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 12
Factory Price: $2,979; Shipping Weight: 3,356 Pounds
Production Total: 1,725
Note: 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are combined for all series.
Mercury Cyclone, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 15
Factory Price: $2,754; Shipping Weight: 3,273 Pounds
Production Total: 5,882
Mercury Cyclone CJ, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Fastback Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 16
Factory Price: $3,207; Shipping Weight: 3,615 Pounds
Production Total: 3,261
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Station Wagon: 113"
Passenger Cars: 116"
Tire Sizes:
All except Cyclone: 7.35 X 14"
Cyclone: 7.75 X 14"
Engine Availability by Model:
I-6 250 Cubic Inches 155 H.P. Standard Engine, all models except Cyclone
V-8 302 Cubic Inches 210 H.P. Standard on Cyclone. Optional on Comet & Montego.
V-8 351 Cubic Inches 250 H.P. Optional on Montego & Cyclone
V-8 351 Cubic Inches 290 H.P. Optional on all models
V-8 390 Cubic Inches 320 H.P. Optional on all models.
V-8 428 Cubic Inches 335 H.P. Standard on CJ. Optional on Montego
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 155 H.P. Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6
Bore & Stroke: 3.680" x 3.91"
Engine Displacement: 250 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 32.50
Horsepower: 155 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 240 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI
Carburetor: 1 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: 35-60 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch, 250 H.P. Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"
Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 9.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.20
Horsepower: 250 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 335 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch, 290 H.P. Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.50"
Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.70:1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.20
Horsepower: 290 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 385 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
V-8 Engine, 390 Cubic Inches, 320 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: 320 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 427 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
V-8 Engine, 428 Cubic Inches, 335 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.130" x 3.980"
Engine Displacement: 428 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.60 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.59
Horsepower: 335 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 440 Ft. Lbs @ 3,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Tune Up Specifications - All Series:
6 Cylinder 250 Cubic Inch Engine, without Air Conditioning:
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
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI
6 Cylinder 250 Cubic Inch Engine, with Air Conditioning:
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: 500 RPM; 700 RPM with throttle solenoid energized
Automatic Transmission: 450 RPM in Drive; 550 RPM in Drive with throttle solenoid energized.
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI
8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42
Spark Plug: Gap .034"
Point Gap: .021"
Distributor Cam Angle: 24-28 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed: 650 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI
8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
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: 550 RPM in Drive
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI
8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42
Spark Plug: Gap .034"
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 650 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI
8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32
Spark Plug: Gap .034"
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 650 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 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: 1-5-4-2-6-7-3-8
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed: 700 RPM
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI
8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32
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: 550 RPM in Drive
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI
8 Cylinder 428 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32
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: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Drive
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI
Valve Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engines, 250 Cubic Inch:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .095"-.195"
Exhaust: .095"-.195"
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 302 Cubic Inch Engine:
Valve Lash:
Intake: 1 Turn
Exhaust: 1 Turn
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 .0015"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3416"-.3423"
Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"
8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine:
Valve Lash:
Intake: 1 Turn
Exhaust: 1 Turn
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-25/32"
Valve Spring Pressure: 215 Lbs @ 1.34"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0027"
Exhaust .0015"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3416"-.3423"
Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"
8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .100"-.200"
Exhaust: .100"-.200"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-7/8"
Valve Spring Pressure: 220 Lbs @ 1.38"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0027"
Exhaust .0015"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3711"-.3718"
Exhaust: .3706"-.3713"
8 Cylinder Engine, 428 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: 270 Lbs @ 1.32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0027";
Exhaust .0015"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3711"-.3718"
Exhaust: .3706"-.3713"
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: 2.3982"-2.3990"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing: #5
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch Engine:
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"
8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0018"-.0026"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .010"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"
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 Bearing #3
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine:
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: .001"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"
8 Cylinder Engines, 428 Cubic Inches:
Piston Clearance: .0030"-.0038"
Ring End Gap:
Compression: .018"
Oil: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .975"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4380"-2.4388"
Bearing Clearance: .002"-.003"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7484"-2.7492"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.002"
Thrust on #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.010"
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: 21-26 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 302 Cubic Inch Engines:
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: 3-5 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: 100-130 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engines:
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: 3-5 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 Engines:
Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 32-35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 40-45 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, 428 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 80-90 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 32-35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 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: 9 Quarts
With Heater: 10 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 10 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 4-1/2 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: 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, 351 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: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Four Speed: 4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 11 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
With 8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch 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: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 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
With 8 Cylinder, 428 Cubic Inch 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: 190 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 20 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:
6 Cylinder 250 Cubic Inch Engines:
Part #C2OZ-11002-A
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts, @ 9,500 RPM
Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.
302 & 351 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:
Part #C2OZ-11002-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 #C5ZT-11002-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.
390 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:
Part #C3OZ-11002-C
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.
428 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:
Part #C8AZ-11002-A
Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts @ 11,000 RPM
Torque Test: 700 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 15.5 Ft. Lbs.
Ford Alternator Specifications:
Part #C5TF-10300-K
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 #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-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
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 #C7AF-10300-A
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: 2.3 to 4.2 Volts
Part #C9AF-10300-A
Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts
Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 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 #C9AF-10300-B
Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts
Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 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 #C9AF-10300-C
Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts
Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 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 #C9SF-10300-A
Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts
Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 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 #C9ZF-10300-B
Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts
Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 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 #C9ZF-10300-C
Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts
Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.8-3.3 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:
6 Cylinder Engine, 250 Cubic Inch:
Part #C9OF-R
Breaker Point Gap: .025"
Cam Angle: 37-42 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance:
Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM
Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 8-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:
Part #C8AF-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: 12-1/2 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, 302 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:
Part #C9AF-N
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: 10-3/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inch, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Part #C9OF-M
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: 12-1/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inch, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Part #C9OF-N
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: 10-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:
Part #C9AF-R
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: 10-3/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum
Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:
Part #C7AF-AC
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: 12-1/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 428 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:
Part #C8OF-H
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: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum
Maximum Retard: 3-1/2 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum
8 Cylinder Engine, 428 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:
Part #C8OF-J
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: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum
Brake Specifications, Passenger Cars, All Series
6 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Passenger Cars:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.381"
Front Drum: 1.125"
Rear: .906"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: .9375
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: .9375
8 Cylinder, with 351 & 390 Cubic Inch Engine Passenger Cars:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.381"
Front Drum: 1.094"
Rear: .875"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: .9375
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: .9375
8 Cylinder Convertibles:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.381"
Front Drum: 1.094"
Rear: .906"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: .9375
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: .9375
Station Wagons:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front Disc: 2.381"
Front Drum: 1.094"
Rear: .938"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: .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: -3/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degree
Right: + 1/4 Degree
Toe-In: 3/16"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel:
Manual Steering: 18.1 Degrees
Power Steering: 17-7/8 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Mercury Comet, Cyclone & Montego Carburetor Specifications:
Note: See 1969 Ford Motor Company Carburetors Data Base
Popular Options:
AM Push Button Radio & Antenna; AM-FM Radio & Antenna; AM-FM Stereo Radio; Stereo-Sonic Tape System; Fresh Air Heater & Defroster; Automatic Transmission; Power Windows; Tinted Glass; Air Conditioning; Heavy Duty Battery; Two Tone Paint; White Wall Tires; Deluxe Wheel Covers; Wire Wheel Covers; Windshield Washer; Back Up Lamps; Power Trunk Deck Release; Remote Control Outside Mirror; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Disc Brakes; Power Windows; Power Seat; Electric Tailgate Window for Station Wagons; Luggage Rack for Station Wagons; Tachometer; Rally Pac; Oxford Roof on 2 Door Hardtops; Courtesy Light Group; Emergency Flasher; Remote Control Racing Mirrors on Cyclone & GT; Hood Lock Pins on Cyclone & GT; Engine & Transmission Options; and Much More.
1969 Mercury Historical Data:
Introduction date of the 1969 Mercury line was on September 27, 1968.
Total Mercury Production for the1969 model year was 398,510 including 115,944 Comets, Cyclones, & Montegos, broken down as follows:
Comet: 14,104
Montego: 39,735
Montego MX: 52,962
Cyclone: 5,882
Cyclone CJ: 3,261
1969 Mercury Colors &Codes:
A Black
B Maroon
C Dark Ivy Green
D Pastel Gray (Cougar Only)
E Light Aqua
F Dark Aqua
H Light Green
I Dark Orchid
M White
P Medium Blue (Cougar Only)
Q Medium Blue
S Medium Gold
T Red
W Yellow
X Dark Blue
Y Burnt Orange
2 Light Ivy Yellow
3 Competition Orange (Cougar & Montego)
4 Medium Green (Cougar Only)
6 Bright Blue (Cougar Only)
8 Light Blue
9 Yellow (Cougar Only)
A Low Gloss Black 2 Tone on Marauder
B Low Gloss Dark Blue 2 Tone on Marauder
D Low Gloss Dark Red 2 Tone on Marauder
G Low Gloss Dark Ivy 2 Tone on Marauder
K Low Gloss Dark Aqua 2 Tone on Marauder
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