1969 MERCURY

1969 MERCURY

Full Sized Models

Model Designations:

Mercury Monterey, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Monterey Custom, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Marquis, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Marauder, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Marauder X-100, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Monterey, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 44

Factory Price: $3,141; Shipping Weight: 3,963 Pounds

Production Total: 23,009

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 45

Factory Price: $3,523; Shipping Weight: 4,108 Pounds

Production Total: 1,297

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 47

Factory Price: $3,220; Shipping Weight: 3,927 Pounds

Production Total: 9,865

4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 48

Factory Price: $3,296; Shipping Weight: 3,998 Pounds

Production Total: 6,066

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 & 9 Passenger, Body # 72

Factory Price: $3,519; Shipping Weight: 4,272 Pounds

Production Total: 5,844 (6 Passenger: 2,205; 9 Passenger: 3,639)

Mercury Monterey Custom, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 54

Factory Price: $3,360; Shipping Weight: 3,968 Pounds

Production Total: 7,103

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 56

Factory Price: $3,442; Shipping Weight: 3,959 Pounds

Production Total: 2,898

4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 58

Factory Price: $3,516; Shipping Weight: 4,000 Pounds

Production Total: 2,827

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 & 9 Passenger, Body # 74

Factory Price: $3,740; Shipping Weight: 4,384 Pounds

Production Total: 1,920 (6 Passenger: 959; 9 Passenger: 967)

Mercury Marquis, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 63

Factory Price: $3,840; Shipping Weight: 4,144 Pounds

Production Total: 31,388

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 66

Factory Price: $3,902; Shipping Weight: 3,927 Pounds

Production Total: 18,302

4 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body # 68

Factory Price: $3,973; Shipping Weight: 4,184 Pounds

Production Total: 29,389

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65

Factory Price: $4,107; Shipping Weight: 4,380 Pounds

Production Total: 2,319

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 & 9 Passenger, Body # 76

Factory Price: $3,878; Shipping Weight: 4,457 Pounds

Production Total: 25,604 (6 Passenger: 9,601; 9 Passenger: 16,003)

Mercury Marauder, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 60

Factory Price: $3,351; Shipping Weight: 4,009 Pounds

Production Total: 9,031

Mercury Marauder X-100, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 61

Factory Price: $4,074; Shipping Weight: 4,009 Pounds

Production Total: 5,635

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Passenger Cars: 124"

Station Wagons & Marauders: 121"

Tire Sizes:

Marquis & Station Wagons: 8.55 X 15"

Marauder X-100: H70 X 15"

Others: 8.25 X 15"

Engine Availability by Model:

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 270 H.P. Standard with Standard Transmission, except X-100

V-8 390 Cubic Inches 280 H.P. Standard with Automatic Transmission, except X-100

V-8 429 Cubic Inches 320 H.P. Standard Marquis. Optional other models.

V-8 429 Cubic Inches 360 H.P. Standard on X-100. Optional on all other models

General Engine Specifications:

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, 390 Cubic Inches, 280 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: 280 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 403 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: 35-55 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:

8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine:

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:

Standard Transmission: 650 RPM, with A/C "On"

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder 390 Cubic Inch Engine, requiring Premium Fuel:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite BF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM, in Drive, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engines:

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: 625 RPM, with A/C "On"

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 PSI

Valve Specifications:

8 Cylinder Engine, 390 Cu. In.:

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: 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: 1 Turn

Exhaust: 1 Turn

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face:: 44 Degrees

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

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:

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: 2.994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"

Thrust on #3 Bearing

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

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:

8 Cylinder 390 & 429 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: 195 Degrees

Fuel Tank:

Passenger Cars: 24 Gallons

Station Wagons: 22 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed Transmission: 3-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 12-3/4 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

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 #C6AF-10300-A, 55 Ampere:

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

Alternator #C6AF-10300-B, 42 Ampere:

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

Alternator #C6AF-10300-F, 55 Ampere:

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

Alternator #C6AF-10300-G, 55 Ampere:

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

Alternator #C7AF-10300-A, 65 Ampere:

Current Rating: 65 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (L-N)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 14.3-15.1 Volts

Contact Gap: .045"-.052"

Armature Air Gap: .010"-.015"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .015"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 3.0 to 4.0 Volts

Alternator #C9AF-10300-A, 42 Ampere:

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

Distributor Specifications:

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

Part #C9AF-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: 10-3/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

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

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Part #C7AF-AA

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: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

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

8 Cylinder, 390 Cubic Inch Engine requiring Premium Fuel:

Part #C8AF-R

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: 12-1/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard:

6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engine:

Part #C8VF-A

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

Brake Specifications, Passenger Cars, All Series

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, All Series

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:

Manaul Steering: 18.96 Degrees

Power Steering: 19.14 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Mercury Carburetor Adjustments:

Note: See 1969 Ford Motor Company Carburetor Database:

Popular Options:

AM Push Button Radio; AM-FM Pushbutton Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; AM Radio with Stereo 8 Track Tape System; Rear Seat Speaker; Air Conditioning with Heater; Tinted Glass; Back-Up Lamps; Speed Control; Automatic Headlight Dimmer; Electric Clock; Tinted Glass; Fresh Air Heater & Defroster; Equa-Lock Differential; 6 Way Power Seat; Oxford Roof on 2 Door Hardtops; Two-Tone Paint; Rocker Panel Molding; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Seat; Power Windows; Power Vent Windows; Front Seat Belts; Tilt Stering Wheel; Speed Control; Remote Trunk Release; Courtesy Lights; Automatic Transmission; Cornering Lights; Third Seat for Station Wagons; Luggage Rack for Station Wagons; Fender Skirts for Marauder; Headlights On Warning Buzzer & Seat Belt Reminder; White Sidewall Tires; Windshield Washers; Wheel Covers; White Sidewall Tires, Outside Remote Control Rear View Mirror; Various Trim & Engine/Transmission Options; and much more.

1969 Mercury Historical Data:

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

Total Mercury Production for the1969 model year was 398,510 including 182,497 Full Size Mercurys.

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

Promotional Models Available:

None