1969 MERCURY COUGAR

1969 MERCURY COUGAR

Model Designations:

Mercury Cougar, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Cougar XR-7, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Cougar, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 65

Base Price: $2,999; Shipping Weight: 3,380 Pounds

Production Total: 66,331

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 76

Base Price: $3,365; Shipping Weight: 3,499 Pounds

Production Total: 5,796

Mercury Cougar XR-7, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 65

Base Price: $3,298; Shipping Weight: 3,420 Pounds

Production Total: 23,918

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 76

Base Price: $3,578; Shipping Weight: 3,539 Pounds

Production Total: 4,024

Chassis:

Wheelbase: 111"

Tire Sizes: E78 X 14"

Engine Availability by Model:

V-8 302 Cubic Inches 290 H.P. Optional Engine

V-8 351 Cubic Inches 250 H.P. Standard Engine

V-8 351 Cubic Inches 290 H.P. Optional Engine

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 320 H.P. Optional Engine

V-8 428 Cubic Inches 335 H.P. Optional Engine

General Engine Specifications:

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch, 290 H.P. High Output Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" x 3.00"

Engine Displacement: 302 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 290 @ 5,800 RPM

Torque: 290 Ft. Lbs @ 4,300 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch, 290 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.000" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.70:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.2

Horsepower: 290 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 385 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch, 320 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.050" x 3.78"

Engine Displacement: 390 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 52.49

Horsepower: 320 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 427 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 428 Cubic Inch, 335 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.13" x 3.98"

Engine Displacement: 428 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.60:1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.58

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:

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch High Output Engine:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .030"

Point Gap: .020"

Distributor Cam Angle: 30-33 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 16 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 800 RPM

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: 1-3-4-2-6-5-4-8

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 Engines, with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed: 700 RPM

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engines, with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 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: 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8

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:

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch High Output Engines:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .025" Hot

Exhaust: .025" Hot

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

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

Valve Spring Pressure: 315 Lbs @ 1.32"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engines:

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:

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch High Output Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0034"-.0042"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1228"-2.1236"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0028"

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 Engine, 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:

8 Cylinder 302 Cubic Inch High Output Engines:

Spark Plugs: 5-10 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 65-72 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold:

5/16 Bolts: 23-25 Ft. Lbs.

3/8 Bolts: 28-32 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 12-16 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 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: 70-90 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 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 428 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

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 302 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder 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: 17 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 351 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder 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: 17 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 390 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

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: 17 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 428 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

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: 17 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:

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:

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, High Output:

Part #C9ZF-B

Breaker Point Gap: .020"

Cam Angle: 30-33 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,950 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 302 Cubic Inch, High Output:

Part #C9ZF-E

Breaker Point Gap: .020"

Cam Angle: 30-33 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: 7 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 351Cubic 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, 351Cubic 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, 390 Cubic Inch Engine 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 Degrees @ 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, 390 Cubic Inch Engine 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 Degrees @ 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, 428 Cubic Inch Engine 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 Degrees @ 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, 428 Cubic Inch Engine 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 Degrees @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 13-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Brake Specifications, Passenger Cars, All Series

8 Cylinder, 302 Cubic Inch Engines:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.381"

Front Drum: 1.125"

Rear: .875"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

8 Cylinder, 351 & 390 Cubic Inch Engines:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.381"

Front Drum: 1.094"

Rear: .813"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: 1"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Rear Axle, All Models:

Carrier Type: Integral

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

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .017"

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: 17-27 Inch Pounds

With Used Bearings: 6-12 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .003"-.005"

Pinion Nut Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs.

Carrier Type: Removable

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

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim:

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

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

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings:

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

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

With Used Bearings: 8-14 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .003"-.008"

Pinion Nut Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs.

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: + 1/4 Degree

Camber:

Left: + 3/4 Degree

Right: + 3/4 Degree

Toe-In: 3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.68 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Mercury Cougar Carburetor Adjustments:

Note: See 1969 Ford Motor Company Carburetors Database

Popular Options:

Air Conditioning; Electric Clock; AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; Stereo-Sonic Tape System; Tinted Glass; Heavy Duty Battery; Rear Bumper Guards; Door Edge Guards; Deck Lid Luggage Carrier; Two Tone Paint; Power Windows; Hood Lock Pins; Remote Left Side Racing Mirror; Sun Roof; Sport Console; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Disc Brakes; Courtesy Light Group; Speed Control; Tilt Steering Wheel; Deluxe Wheel Covers; Wire Wheel Covers; Visual Check Panel; Styled Steel Wheels; Space Saver Spare Tire; Red Band Tires; Power Transfer Axle; Engine & Transmission Options, and much more.

1969 Mercury Cougar Historical Data:

Introduction date of the 1969 Mercury line was on September 27, 1968.

Mercury Production for the 1969 model year was 398,510 including 100,069 Cougars, broken down as follows:

Cougar: 72,127

Cougar XR-7: 27,942

1969 Mercury Cougar 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

Promotional Models Available:

None