1965 OLDSMOBILE

1965 OLDSMOBILE

Model Designations:

Oldsmobile F-85, 6 & 8 Cylinder, Model #F-85

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

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

Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser, 8 Cylinder, Model VC

Oldsmobile Jetstar 88, 8 Cylinder, J88

Oldsmobile Jetstar I, 8 Cylinder, Model J1

Oldsmobile Dynamic 88, 8 Cylinder, Model #D88

Oldsmobile Delta 88, 8 Cylinder, Model #D88

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 # 65-3327

Base Price: $2,344; Shipping Weight: 2,655 Pounds

Production Total: 5,289

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3335

Base Price: $2,689; Shipping Weight: 3,236 Pounds

Production Total: 714

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3369

Base Price: $2,505; Shipping Weight: 2,991 Pounds

Production Total: 8,078

DeLuxe

2 Door Sports Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3427

Base Price: $2,415; Shipping Weight: 2,789 Pounds

Production Total: 7,720

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3469

Base Price: $2,465; Shipping Weight: 3,167 Pounds

Production Total: 47,767

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3435

Base Price: $2,797; Shipping Weight: 3,528 Pounds

Production Total: 10,365

Cutlass

2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3827

Base Price: $2,643; Shipping Weight: 2,784 Pounds

Production Total: 26,441

2 Door Holiday Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3837

Base Price: $2,784; Shipping Weight: 2,799 Pounds

Production Total: 46,138

2 Door Cutlass Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3867

Base Price: $2,983; Shipping Weight: 2,901 Pounds

Production Total: 12,628

Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser,Body Styles:

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3455

Base Price: $2,937; Shipping Weight: 3,685 Pounds

Production Total: 2,110

4 Door Custom Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-3855

Base Price: $3,146; Shipping Weight: 3,747 Pounds

Production Total: 9,355

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body # 65-3465

Base Price: $3,072; Shipping Weight: 3,752 Pounds

Production Total: 3,335

4 Door Custom Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body # 65-3865

Base Price: $3,270; Shipping Weight: 3,814 Pounds

Production Total: 17,205

Oldsmobile Jetstar 88,Body Styles:

2 Door Holiday Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5237

Base Price: $2,995; Shipping Weight: 3,701 Pounds

Production Total: 13,911

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5267

Base Price: $3,337; Shipping Weight: 3,853 Pounds

Production Total: 2,980

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5267

Base Price: $2,938; Shipping Weight: 3,734 Pounds

Production Total: 20,143

4 Door Holiday Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5239

Base Price: $3,072; Shipping Weight: 3,755 Pounds

Production Total: 15,922

Oldsmobile Jetstar 1, Body Styles:

2 Door Sports Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 65-5437

Base Price: $3,602; Shipping Weight: 3,936 Pounds

Production Total: 6,552

Oldsmobile Dynamic 88, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Holiday Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5637

Base Price: $3,065; Shipping Weight: 3,847 Pounds

Production Total: 24,756

4 Door Celebrity Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5669

Base Price: $3,088; Shipping Weight: 3,914 Pounds

Production Total: 47,030

4 Door Hardtop Holiday Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5639

Base Price: $3,143; Shipping Weight: 3,942 Pounds

Production Total: 38,889

2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5667

Base Price: $3,408; Shipping Weight: 4,036 Pounds

Production Total: 8,832

Oldsmobile Delta 88, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Holiday Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5837

Base Price: $3,253; Shipping Weight: 3,907 Pounds

Production Total: 23,194

4 Door Celebrity Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5869

Base Price: $3,158; Shipping Weight: 3,948 Pounds

Production Total: 29,915

4 Door Hardtop Holiday Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-5839

Base Price: $3,472; Shipping Weight: 4,054 Pounds

Production Total: 37,358

Oldsmobile Starfire, Body Styles:

2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 65-6557

Base Price: $4,148; Shipping Weight: 4,132 Pounds

Production Total: 13,024

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 65-6667

Base Price: $4,778; Shipping Weight: 4,347 Pounds

Production Total: 2,236

Oldsmobile 98, Body Styles:

2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-8437

Base Price: $4,197; Shipping Weight: 4,164 Pounds

Production Total: 12,166

2 Door Convertible, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-8467

Base Price: $4,493; Shipping Weight: 4,335 Pounds

Production Total: 4,903

4 Door Town Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-8469

Base Price: $4,001; Shipping Weight: 4,201 Pounds

Production Total: 13,266

4 Door Holiday Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-8439

Base Price: $4,273; Shipping Weight: 4,232 Pounds

Production Total: 28,480

4 Door Luxury Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body # 65-8669

Base Price: $4,351; Shipping Weight: 4,249 Pounds

Production Total: 35,591

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

F-85: 115"

Vista Cruiser: 120"

Jetstar 88, Jetstar 1, Dynamic 88 & Delta 88: 123"

Starfire: 123"

Ninety-Eight: 126"

Tire Sizes:

F-85: 7.35 X 14"

Vista Cruiser: 7.75 X 14"

Jet Star 88: 7.75 X 14"

Jetstar 1: 8.25 X 14"

Dynamic 88: 8.25 X 14"

Delta 88: 8.25 X 14"

Starfire: 8.25 X 14"

98: 8.55 X 14"

Rear Axle Ratios:

Information Not Available

Engine Availability by Series:

155 HP, 225 Cubic Inch V-6 Standard on F-85.

250 HP, 330 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on F-85 V-8, except Cutlass.

260 HP, 330 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on Jetstar 88. Optional on F-85, except Cutlass.

315 HP, 330 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on Cutlass.

320 HP, 400 Cubic Inch V-8 Optional on Cutlass. .

345 HP, 400 Cubic Inch V-8 Optional on F-85 (4-4-2 Package)

310 HP, 425 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on Delta 88 & Dynamic 88. Optional on 98.

360 HP, 425 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on 98. Optional on other full-sized models.

370 HP, 425 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on Jetstar 1& Starfire. Optional on other full-sized models.

General Engine Specifications:

Oldsmobile, 6 Cylinder 225 Cu. Inch Engine, 155 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 6 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 3.750" X 3.40"

Engine Displacement: 225 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 33.75

Horsepower: 155 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 225 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 330 Cu. Inch Engine, 250 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.9385" X 3.385"

Engine Displacement: 330 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 49.64

Horsepower: 250 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 335 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 330 Cu. Inch Engine, 260 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.9385" X 3.385"

Engine Displacement: 330 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 49.64

Horsepower: 260 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 355 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 330 Cu. Inch Engine, 315 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 3.9385" X 3.385"

Engine Displacement: 330 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 49.64

Horsepower: 315 @ 5,200 RPM

Torque: 360 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 400 Cu. Inch Engine, 345 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.00" X 3.975"

Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.20

Horsepower: 345 @ 4,800 RPM

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

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 425 Cu. Inch Engine, 300 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 3.975"

Engine Displacement: 425 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 9.00 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.48

Horsepower: 300 @ 4,400 RPM

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

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 425 Cu. Inch Engine, 310 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 3.975"

Engine Displacement: 425 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.48

Horsepower: 310 @ 4,400 RPM

Torque: 450 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 2 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 425 Cu. Inch Engine, 360 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 3.975"

Engine Displacement: 425 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.48

Horsepower: 360 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 470 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 425 Cu. Inch Engine, 370 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8

Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 3.975"

Engine Displacement: 425 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1

Taxable Horsepower: 54.48

Horsepower: 370 @ 4,800 RPM

Torque: 470 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-45 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications:

F-85, 225 Cubic Inch V-6 Engine:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44S

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

Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 600 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 4-1/2 to 5-3/4 PSI

330 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 2 Barrel Carburetor, Low Compression Engine:

Spark Plug Type: AC 45S

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: 150 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 7 to 8-1/2 PSI

330 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 2 Barrel Carburetor, High Compression Engine:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44S

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: 7 to 8-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Engine - "442":

Spark Plug Type: AC 44S

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: 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: 7 to 8-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder, 425 Cubic Inch Engine with 2 BarrelCarburetor, Low Compression Engine:

Spark Plug Type: AC 45S

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: 7-1/2 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: 7 to 8-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder, 425 Cubic Inch Engine with 2 BarrelCarburetor, High Compression Engine:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44S

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: 7 to 8-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder, 425 Cubic Inch Engine with 4 BarrelCarburetor:

Spark Plug Type: AC 44S

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: 7 to 8-1/2 PSI

Capacities:

6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 10 Quarts

With Heater: 10.7 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 13.1 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 2 Pints

4 Speed: 2-1/4 Pints

Hydra-Matic Transmission:

Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts

After Overhaul: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

8 Cylinder, 330 Cubic Inch Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 16.2 Quarts

With Heater: 16.9 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 19.3 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 2 Pints

4 Speed: 2-1/4 Pints

Hydra-Matic Transmission:

Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts

After Overhaul: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Jetstar 88:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 15.5 Quarts

With Heater: 16.5 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 17.0 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 2 Pints

4 Speed: 2-1/4 Pints

Hydra-Matic Transmission:

Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts

After Overhaul: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 3 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Jetstar 1:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 16.5 Quarts

With Heater: 17.5 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18.0 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 3 Pints

4 Speed: 2-1/4 Pints

Hydra-Matic Transmission:

Oil Pan Only: 4 Quarts

After Overhaul: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-3/4 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Other 88 Models & 98:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 16.5 Quarts

With Heater: 17.5 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 18.0 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 3 Pints

4 Speed: 2-1/4 Pints

Hydra-Matic Transmission:

Oil Pan Only: 4 Quarts

After Overhaul: 9 Quarts

Rear Axle: 4-3/4 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Valve Specifications:

225 Cubic Inch 6 Cylinder Engine:

Running Clearance:

Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.64"

Valve Spring Pressure: 168 Lbs @ 1.26"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .002"-.0025"

Exhaust .0025"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3407"-.3412"

Exhaust: .3402"-.3407"

330 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Running Clearance:

Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.67"

Valve Spring Pressure: 180 Lbs @ 1.27"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0032"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3425"-.3432"

Exhaust: .3420"-.3427"

400 & 425 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Running Clearance:

Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment

Valve Angles:

Seat:

Intake: 30 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Face:

Intake: 30 Degrees

Exhaust: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.837"

Valve Spring Pressure: 180 Lbs @ 1.27"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.003"

Exhaust .001"-.003"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3442"-.3452"

Exhaust: .3442"-.3452"

Pistons, Rings, Wristpins, Crankshaft & Bearings Data:

225 Cubic Inch Engine, 6 Cylinder:

Piston Clearance: .0002"-.0023"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wristpin Diameter: .9394"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 1.9995"-2.0005"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0022"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5005

Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0021"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

330 Cubic Inch Engine, 8 Cylinder:

Piston Clearance: .0007"-.0012"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .010"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wristpin Diameter: .9805"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.1239"-2.1248"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.003"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4985"-2.4995

Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0031"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

400 & 425 Cubic Inch Engines, 8 Cylinder:

Piston Clearance: .0007"-.0012"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .013"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wristpin Diameter: .9805"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4988"-2.5003"

Rod Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0018"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9993"-3.0003"

Main Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0031" (Rear: .002"-.0034")

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

225 Cubic Inch 6 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 35 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft: 35 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 35 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 160 Ft. Lbs.

330 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Spark Plugs: 35 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 25 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft: 25 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 42 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts:

Outer Clamp: 20 Ft. Lbs.

All Others: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 50 Ft. Lbs.

400 & 425 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Spark Plugs: 35 Ft. Lbs

Cylinder Head Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs

Exhaust Manifold: 25 Ft. Lbs

Rocker Arm Shaft: 25 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 7 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 42 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts:

Outer Clamp: 20 Ft. Lbs.

All Others: 30 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 50 Ft. Lbs.

Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:

225 Cu. In. V-6 Engine:

Distributor #1110322

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: 13 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6-8"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 14 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum`

330 Cu. In. V-8 Low Compression Engine:

Distributor #1111029

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: 15 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6-8"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 19" Vacuum`

330 Cu. In. V-8 High Compression Engine:

Distributor #1111048

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 @ 2,125 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6-8"

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 19" Vacuum`

400 & 425 Cu. In. V-8 Engines:

Distributor #1111042

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: 11 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

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

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 19" Vacuum`

Delco-Remy Alternator & Regulator Specifications:

Alternator #1100694

Rated Output: 55 Amperes

Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes

Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 32 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 50 Amperes

Regulator #1119515

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 #1100696

Rated Output: 42 Amperes

Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes

Output @ 14 Volts

2,000 RPM: 28 Amperes

5,000 RPM: 40 Amperes

Regulator #1119515

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:

V-6, 225 Cu. In. Engine:

Part #1107260

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

Free Speed Test: 49-76 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 6,200-9,400 RPM

Resistance Test: 270-310 Amperes, 4.3 Volts,.

V-8, 330 Cu. In. Engine:

Part #1107298

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,.

V-8, 400 & 425 Cu. In. Engines:

Part #1107230

Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)

Free Speed Test: 70-105 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 3,800-6,200 RPM

Resistance Test: 480-540 Amperes, 3.0 Volts,.

Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:

F-85 Passenger Cars:

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: 1-1/16"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

F-85 Passenger Station Wagons:

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: 1-1/16"

Rear: 1"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Jetstar 88:

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: 1-1/16"

Rear: 15/16"

Master Cylinder Bore: 7/8"

88, Starfire, & 98:

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: 11"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front: 1-1/8"

Rear: 1"

Master Cylinder Bore: 1"

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

F-85:

Caster: - 1-1/4 Degrees

Camber:

Left: +1/8 Degrees

Right: +1/8 Degrees

Toe In: 1/8" to 3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18.6 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

88, Starfire, & 98:

Caster: - 1 Degree

Camber:

Left: +1/8 Degrees

Right: +1/8 Degrees

Toe In: 1/8" to 3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Rochester 4GC Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor #7025050; 7025051

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: 1-9/32"

Pump Rod Location: Outer Hole

Idle Vent: 1"

Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Fast Idle Setting: 1,000 RPM

Throttle Check Return: .070"

Carburetor #7025054; 7025055; 7025157; 7025158

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

Float Level:

Primary: 1-7/16"

Secondary: 1-7/16"

Float Drop:

Primary: 1-1/4"

Secondary: 1-1/4"

Pump Rod Location: Outer Hole

Idle Vent: 29/32"

Choke Setting: 1 Rich

Fast Idle Setting: 1,000 RPM

Rochester 2GC Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor #7025052

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

Float Level: 3/4"

Float Drop: 1-7/8"

Idle Vent: 1-11/32"

Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle Setting: 900 RPM

Carburetor #7025053

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

Float Level: 19/32"

Float Drop: 1-7/8"

Idle Vent: 1-11/32"

Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle Setting: 900 RPM

Carburetor #7025056; 7025058; 7025156; 7026159

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

Float Level: 3/4"

Float Drop: 1-7/8"

Idle Vent: 1-11/32"

Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle: 900 RPM

Carburetor #7025057

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

Float Level: 19/32"

Float Drop: 1-7/8"

Idle Vent: 1-11/32"

Choke Setting: Index

Fast Idle: 900 RPM

Rochester BC Carburetor Specifications:

Carburetor #7024148; 7024149

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

Float Level: 1-9/32"

Float Drop: 1-7/8"

Choke Setting: Index

Choke Rod: .075"

Choke Unloader: .300"

1965 Oldsmobile Paint Colors & Codes:

Code Color

A Ebony Black

B Nocturne Blue

C Provincial White

D Lucerne Mist

E Royal Mist

H Laurel Mist

J Forest Mist

K Ocean Mist

L Turquoise Mist

N Burgundy Mist

R Target Red

T Mojave Mist

V Almond Beige

W Sterling Mist

Y Saffron Yellow

Popular Options:

DeLuxe Push Button Radio; AM-FM Radio; Super DeLuxe Signal Seeking Radio; Rear Speaker; Power Antenna; Heater & Defroster; Air Conditioning; Tinted Glass; Power Windows; Power Seats; Rear Window Defroster; Cruise Control; Convenience Lamps; 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.

1965 Oldsmobile Historical Data:

Introduction date for the 1965 Oldsmobile was on September 24, 1964.

Total 1965 Oldsmobile Production was 592,900.

Promotional Model Cars:

Plastic: Oldsmobile 88 2 Door Hardtop; Oldsmobile 88 Convertible.