1963 OLDSMOBILE

Model Designations:

Oldsmobile F-85, 8 Cylinder, Model #F-85

Oldsmobile F-85 DeLuxe, 8 Cylinder, Model #F-85

Oldsmobile F-85 Jetfire, 8 Cylinder, Model F-85

Oldsmobile Dynamic 88, 8 Cylinder, Model #D88

Oldsmobile Super 88, 8 Cylinder, Model #S88

Oldsmobile Starfire, 8 Cylinder, Model #SF

Oldsmobile 98, 8 Cylinder, Model #98

Oldsmobile F-85, Body Styles:

Standard

2 Door Club Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 3027

Base Price: $2,403; Shipping Weight: 2,684 Pounds

Production Total: 11,276

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 3035

Base Price: $2,889; Shipping Weight: 2,814 Pounds

Production Total: 3,348

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3019

Base Price: $2,512; Shipping Weight: 2,747 Pounds

Production Total: 8,937

DeLuxe

2 Door Cutlass Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 3117

Base Price: $2,964; Shipping Weight: 2,704 Pounds

Production Total: 41,343

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3119

Base Price: $2,592; Shipping Weight: 2,767 Pounds

Production Total: 29,269

2 Door Cutlass Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #3167

Base Price: $2,971; Shipping Weight: 2,784 Pounds

Production Total: 12,149

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 3135

Base Price: $2,995; Shipping Weight: 2,846 Pounds

Production Total: 6,647

Jetfire

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 3147

Base Price: $3,048; Shipping Weight: 2,884 Pounds

Production Total: 5,842

Oldsmobile Dynamic 88,Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Holiday Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 3247

Base Price: $3,052; Shipping Weight: 4,165 Pounds

Production Total: 39,071

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3269

Base Price: $2,995; Shipping Weight: 4,184 Pounds

Production Total: 68,611

4 Door Hardtop Holiday Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3239

Base Price: $3,130; Shipping Weight: 4,172 Pounds

Production Total: 62,355

2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body # 3267

Base Price: $3,379; Shipping Weight: 4,240 Pounds

Production Total: 12,551

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 3235

Base Price: $3,459; Shipping Weight: 4,280 Pounds

Production Total: 9,615

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body # 3245

Base Price: $3,566; Shipping Weight: 4,292 Pounds

Production Total: 7,116

Oldsmobile Super 88, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Holiday Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 3547

Base Price: $3,408; Shipping Weight: 4,184 Pounds

Production Total: 8,930

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3569

Base Price: $3,246; Shipping Weight: 4,196 Pounds

Production Total: 24,575

4 Door Hardtop Holiday Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3539

Base Price: $3,473; Shipping Weight: 4,202 Pounds

Production Total: 25,387

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 3535

Base Price: $3,748; Shipping Weight: 4,314 Pounds

Production Total: 3,878

Oldsmobile Starfire, Body Styles:

2 Door Holiday Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 3647

Base Price: $4,129; Shipping Weight: 4,349 Pounds

Production Total: 21,489

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 3667

Base Price: $4,742; Shipping Weight: 4,492 Pounds

Production Total: 4,401

Oldsmobile 98, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Holiday Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 3847

Base Price: $4,178; Shipping Weight: 4,390 Pounds

Production Total: 4,984

4 Door Town Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3819

Base Price: $3,982; Shipping Weight: 4,395 Pounds

Production Total: 11,053

4 Door Luxury Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3829

Base Price: $4,322; Shipping Weight: 4,411 Pounds

Production Total: 19,252

4 Door Sport Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 3839

Base Price: $4,254; Shipping Weight: 4,396 Pounds

Production Total: 23,330

2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body # 3867

Base Price: $4,457; Shipping Weight: 4,465 Pounds

Production Total: 4,267

2 Door Custom Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 3947

Base Price: $4,381; Shipping Weight: 4,384 Pounds

Production Total: 7,422

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

F-85: 112"

Dynamic 88 & Super Eighty-Eight: 123"

Starfire: 123"

Ninety-Eight: 126"

Tire Sizes:

F-85: 6.50 X 13"

Dynamic 88: 8.00 X 14"

Super 88: 8.00 X 14"

Starfire: 8.00 X 14"

Classic 98: 8.50 X 14"

Rear Axle Ratios:

Information Not Available

Engine Availability by Series:

155 HP, 215 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on F-85, except Cutlass & Jetfire.

185 HP, 215 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on F-85 Cutlass. Optional on other F-85 models.

215 HP, 215 Cubic Inch Turbo V-8 Standard on F-85 Jetfire

260 HP, 394 Cubic Inch V-8 Optional on 88

280 HP, 394 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on 88

330 HP, 394 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on Super 88 & 98, except Custom

345 HP, 394 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on Starfire & 98 Custom

General Engine Specifications:

Oldsmobile, F-85, 8 Cylinder 215 Cu. Inch Engine, 155 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.500" X 2.80"

Engine Displacement: 215 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.75 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 39.20

Horsepower: 155 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 210 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Oldsmobile, F-85, 8 Cylinder 215 Cu. Inch Engine, 185 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.500" X 2.80"

Engine Displacement: 215 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 39.20

Horsepower: 185 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 230 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Oldsmobile, F-85, 8 Cylinder 215 Cu. Inch Engine, 195 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.500" X 2.80"

Engine Displacement: 215 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.75 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 39.20

Horsepower: 195 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 235 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Oldsmobile, F-85, 8 Cylinder 215 Cu. Inch Engine, Turbocharged, 215 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.500" X 2.80"

Engine Displacement: 215 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 39.20

Horsepower: 215 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 300 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 30 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 394 Cu. Inch Engine, 260 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.125" X 3.688"

Engine Displacement: 394 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.75 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.45

Horsepower: 260 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 410 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 394 Cu. Inch Engine, 280 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.125" X 3.688"

Engine Displacement: 394 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.45

Horsepower: 280 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 430 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 394 Cu. Inch Engine, 330 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.125" X 3.688"

Engine Displacement: 394 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.45

Horsepower: 330 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 440 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Oldsmobile, Starfire, 8 Cylinder 394 Cu. Inch Engine, 345 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.125" X 3.688"

Engine Displacement: 394 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.50 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.45

Horsepower: 345 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 440 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications:

F-85, 215 Cubic Inch Engine, 155 H.P., with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: AC 46FFX

Spark Plug: .030"

Point Gap: Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI

F-85, 215 Cubic Inch Engine, 155 H.P., with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: AC 46FFX

Spark Plug: .030"

Point Gap: Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 7-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI

F-85, 215 Cubic Inch Engine, 185 H.P.:

Spark Plug Type: AC 45FF

Spark Plug: .025"

Point Gap: Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 7-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI

F-85, 215 Cubic Inch Engine, 195 H.P.:

Spark Plug Type: AC 45FF

Spark Plug: .030"

Point Gap: Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 7-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI

F-85, 215 Cubic Inch Engine, 215 H.P.:

Spark Plug Type: AC 45FF

Spark Plug: .025"

Point Gap: Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI

8 Cylinder, 394 Cubic Inch Engine with 260 H.P.:

Spark Plug Type: AC 45

Spark Plug: .030"

Point Gap: Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6 PSI

8 Cylinder, All Engines Not Indicated Above:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44

Spark Plug: .030"

Point Gap: Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 550 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM, in Neutral

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 180 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 6 PSI

Capacities:

F-85:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 10-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 12 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 12 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 170 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 2 Pints

4 Speed: 2-1/2 Pints

Hydra-Matic Transmission: 4 Quarts (5 Quarts with Oil Pan Removed)

Rear Axle: 2 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

88, Starfire, & 98:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 19-1/4 Quarts

With Heater: 20-1/4 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 22 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 170 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission: 2-1/2 Pints

Hydra-Matic Transmission: 5-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Valve Specifications:

394 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Running Clearance:

Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.837"

Valve Spring Pressure: 182 Lbs @ 1.437"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0025"

Exhaust .0015"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3427"-.3432"

Exhaust: .3422"-.3427"

215 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Running Clearance:

Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.75"

Valve Spring Pressure: 167 Lbs @ 1.343"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0025"

Exhaust .002"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3427"-.3432"

Exhaust: .3414"-.3424"

Pistons, Rings, Wristpins, Crankshaft & Bearings Data:

215 Cubic Inch Engine, 8 Cylinder:

Piston Clearance: .0002"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wristpin Diameter: .875"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 1.9995"-2.0005"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0022"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.986"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0021"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Super 88 & 98, 394 Cubic Inch Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0007"-.0012"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .013"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wristpin Diameter: .9805"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4998"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0026"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9993"-3.0003"

Main Bearing Clearance:

#1 & 2:: .0005"-.0021"

#3 & 4: .0008"-.0024"

Rear: .002"-.0034"

Thrust on Bearing #5

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

394 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 18-34 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 60-80 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 22-34 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 19-25 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft: 14-22 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 4-7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35-42 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts:

Rear: 130-160 Ft. Lbs

Others: 90-120 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 85-95 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 100 Ft. Lbs.

215 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 12-17 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 25-30 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 30-35 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 50-60 Ft. Lbs

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 85-95 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 140-160 Ft. Lbs.

Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:

F-85:

Distributor #1110975

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening:

Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-7"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum`

Distributor #1111013

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening:

Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 6 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5-7"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum`

Distributor #1111021

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening:

Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 6 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9-11"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum`

Distributor #1111034

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening:

Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9-11"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum`

88, 98, & Starfire:

Distributor #1111033

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening:

Turn Adjusting Screw clockwise until engine misfires, then back screw out 1/2 turn

Cam Angle: 30 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 400 RPM

Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9-11"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum`

Delco-Remy Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

Alternator #1100616

Rated Output: 55 Amperes

Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9 to 2.3 Amperes

Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 32 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 50 Amperes

Regulator #1119507

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 6.3 to 8.3 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .060"

Point Gap: .014"

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts

Alternator #1100624

Rated Output: 42 Amperes

Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9 to 2.3 Amperes

Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 28 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 40 Amperes

Regulator #1119507

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 6.3 to 8.3 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .060"

Point Gap: .014"

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts

Alternator #1100631

Rated Output: 37 Amperes

Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 1.9 to 2.3 Amperes

Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 25 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 35 Amperes

Regulator #1119507

Field Relay:

Air Gap: .015"

Point Gap: .030"

Closing Voltage: 6.3 to 8.3 Volts

Voltage Regulator:

Air Gap: .060"

Point Gap: .014"

Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts

Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #1107776

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

Free Speed Test: 80-120 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 3,900-5,400 RPM

Resistance Test: 290-370 Amperes, 2.0 Volts,.

Part #1108303 (F-85)

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

Free Speed Test: 50-80 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 6,750-10,500 RPM

Resistance Test: 280-320 Amperes, 4.0 Volts,.

Part #1107266 (F-85)

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

Free Speed Test: 65-100 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 3,600-5,100 RPM

Resistance Test: 300-360 Amperes, 3.5 Volts,.

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:

88, Starfire, & 98:

Carrier Type: Removable

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Threaded Nut

Adjustment: 2 to 3 Notches Tight

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Threaded Nut

Adjustment: .007"-.008"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 24-32 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Pounds

Brake Drum Diameter: 11"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

F-85:

Carrier Type: Integral

Differential Bearing Preload:

Method: Shims

Adjustment:

With New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.

With Used Bearings: 10-20 Inch Lbs.

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:

Method: Shims

Adjustment: .007"-.009"

Pinion Bearing Preload:

Method: Spacer

Adjustment:

New Bearings: 24-35 Inch Pounds

Used Bearings: 15-25 Inch Pounds

Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1"

Rear: 7/8"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

F-85:

Caster: - 1 Degrees

Camber:

Left: +3/8 Degrees

Right: +3/8 Degrees

Toe In: 0" to 1/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 17-3/4 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

88, Starfire, & 98:

Caster: - 1/2 Degrees

Camber:

Left: +1/4 Degrees

Right: +1/4 Degrees

Toe In: 0" to 1/8"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 20 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 23 Degrees

Rochester 4GC Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor #7023050; 7023051

Idle Screw Mixture: 1-1/2 Turns to Open

Float Level:

Primary: 1-15/32"

Secondary: 1-3/8"

Float Drop:

Primary: 1-1/2"

Secondary: 1-3/16"

Vacuum Assist Spring: 1-1/16"

Pump Rod Location: Inner Hole

Idle Vent: 29/32"

Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle Setting: 1,600 RPM

Throttle Check Return: .020"

Carburetor #7023054; 7023055

Idle Screw Mixture: 1-1/2 Turns to Open

Float Level:

Primary: 1-7/16"

Secondary: 1-3/8"

Float Drop:

Primary: 1-3/8"

Secondary: 1-1/8"

Pump Rod Location: Outer Hole

Idle Vent: 29/32"

Choke Setting: 2 Rich

Fast Idle Setting: 1,600 RPM

Rochester 2GC Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor #7023052; 7023053

Idle Screw Mixture: 1-1/2 Turns to Open

Float Level: 13/32"

Float Drop: 1-13/16"

Idle Vent: 1-11/32"

Choke Setting: 1 Lean

Fast Idle Setting: 1,900 RPM

Throttle Check Return: .050"

Carburetor #7023056; 7023058

Idle Screw Mixture: 1-1/2 Turns to Open

Float Level: 25/32"

Float Drop: 1-13/16"

Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle Setting: 1,800 RPM

Throttle Check Return: .020"

1963 Oldsmobile Paint Colors & Codes:

Code Color

A Ebony Black

C Provincial White

D Sheffield Mist

F Wedgewood Mist

H Cirrus Blue

J Willow Mist

K Barktone Mist

L Regal Mist

P Pacific Mist

R Sand Beige

T Sahara Mist

V Chariot Red

X Sunset Mist

Popular Options:

F-85

Radio; Heater & Defroster; Air Conditioning; Tinted Glass; Power Windows; Seat Belts; Power Trunk Release; Vinyl Top; Remote Control Outside Mirror; Power Brakes; Power Steering; Backup Lights; Electric Clock; Luggage Rack for Station Wagons; Engine & Transmission Options, and much more.

88, 98, & Starfire

DeLuxe Radio; AM-FM Radio; Super DeLuxe Signal Seeking Radio; Electric Antenna; Bi-Phonic Speakers; Air Conditioning; Heater & Defroster; Power Windows; Power Seat; Tinted Glass; Windshield Washer; Remote Control Outside Mirror; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Tilt Steering Wheel; Engine & Transmission Options; and much more.

1963 Oldsmobile Historical Data:

Introduction date for the 1963 Oldsmobile was on October 4, 1962.

Total 1963 Oldsmobile Production was 476,753.

Promotional Model Cars:

Plastic: Oldsmobile Starfire 2 Door Hardtop; Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible.

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