1972 OLDSMOBILE
Model Designations:
Oldsmobile F-85, 8 Cylinder, Model #F-85
Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser, 8 Cylinder, Model #VC
Oldsmobile Cutlass, 8 Cylinder, Model #C
Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 8 Cylinder, Model #CSU
Oldsmobile Cutlass 'S,' 8 Cylinder, Model CS
Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, 8 Cylinder, Model #CC
Oldsmobile Delta 88, 8 Cylinder, Model #D88
Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale, 8 Cylinder, Model #D88R
Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, 8 Cylinder, Model CC
Oldsmobile 98, 8 Cylinder, Model #98
Oldsmobile Toronado, 8 Cylinder, Model #T
Oldsmobile F-85, Body Styles:
4 Door Town Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 3269
Base Price: $2,957; Shipping Weight: 3,536 Pounds
Production Total: 3,792
Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser,Body Styles:
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body # 4856
Base Price: $3,733; Shipping Weight: 4,285 Pounds
Production Total: 10,573
4 Door Station Wagon, 7 Passenger, Body # 4866
Base Price: $3,907; Shipping Weight: 4,373 Pounds
Production Total: 21,240
Oldsmobile Cutlass, Body Styles:
4 Door Town Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 3669
Base Price: $3,065; Shipping Weight: 3,549 Pounds
Production Total: 38,893
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #3287
Base Price: $2,972; Shipping Weight: 3,506 Pounds
Production Total: 37,790
Oldsmobile Cutlass 'S', Body Styles:
2 Door Holiday Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 3687
Base Price: $3,068; Shipping Weight: 3,509 Pounds
Production Total: 78,461
2 Door Sports Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 3677
Base Price: $3,026; Shipping Weight: 3,503 Pounds
Production Total: 4,141
Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, Body Styles:
2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body # 4267
Base Price: $3,434; Shipping Weight: 3,614 Pounds
Production Total: 11,571
4 Door Holiday Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 4239
Base Price: $3,582; Shipping Weight: 3,690 Pounds
Production Total: 14,955
2 Door Holiday Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 4257
Base Price: $3,257; Shipping Weight: 3,520 Pounds
Production Total: 105,087
Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, Body Styles:
4 Door Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body # 3636
Base Price: $3,497; Shipping Weight: 4,049 Pounds
Production Total: 7,979
Oldsmobile Delta 88, Body Styles:
2 Door Holiday Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 5457
Base Price: $4,001; Shipping Weight: 4,296 Pounds
Production Total: 32,036
4 Door Town Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 5469
Base Price: $4,001; Shipping Weight: 4,324 Pounds
Production Total: 40,092
4 Door Holiday Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 5439
Base Price: $4,060; Shipping Weight: 4,375 Pounds
Production Total: 35,538
Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale, Body Styles:
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 6457
Base Price: $4,170; Shipping Weight: 4,316 Pounds
Production Total: 34,345
4 Door Holiday Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #6439
Base Price: $4,238; Shipping Weight: 4,404 Pounds
Production Total: 42,606
4 Door Town Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #6469
Base Price: $4,101; Shipping Weight: 4,369 Pounds
Production Total: 34,150
2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body #6467
Base Price: $4,387; Shipping Weight: 4.442 Pounds
Production Total: 3,900
Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, Body Styles:
4 Door, 3 Seat Station Wagon, 7 Passenger, Body #6845
Base Price: $4,834; Shipping Weight: 5,204 Pounds
Production Total: 18,087
4 Door, 2 Seat Station Wagon, 5 Passenger, Body #6835
Base Price: $4,700; Shipping Weight: 5,109 Pounds
Production Total: 6,907
Oldsmobile 98, Body Styles:
2 Door Holiday Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 8437
Base Price: $4,899; Shipping Weight: 4,537 Pounds
Production Total: 13,111
2 Door Luxury Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 8637
Base Price: $5,008; Shipping Weight: 4,459 Pounds
Production Total: 24,453
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 8439
Base Price: $4,806; Shipping Weight: 4,608 Pounds
Production Total: 17,572
4 Door Luxury Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 8639
Base Price: $5,097; Shipping Weight: 4,658 Pounds
Production Total: 69,920
Oldsmobile Toronado, Body Styles:
2 Door Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 9657
Base Price: $5,340; Shipping Weight: 4,660 Pounds
Production Total: 48,900
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
F-85, Cutlass, Cutlass 'S' & Cutlass Supreme, 4 Door Models: 116"
F-85, Cutlass, Cutlass Supreme, Cutlass 'S' & 4-4-2, 2 Door Models: 112"
Vista Cruiser: 121"
Delta 88, Delta 88 Custom & Delta 88 Royale: 124"
Ninety-Eight & Custom Cruiser: 127"
Toronado: 122"
Tire Sizes:
F-85: F78 X 14"
Vista Cruiser: H78 X 14"
Cutlass, Cutlass 'S' & Cutlass Supreme: F78 X 14"
Delta 88, Delta 88 Custom, & Delta 88 Royale: H78 X 15"
98: J78 X 15"
Custom Cruiser: L78X15"
Toronado: J78 X 15"
Engine Availability by Series:
160 HP, 350 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on F-85, Cutlass, & Delta 88.
180 HP, 350 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on Cutlass Supreme. Optional on F-85, Cutlass, Delta 88 & Vista Cruiser.
225 HP, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on 98 & Custom Cruiser. Optional on Delta 88,
250 HP, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Standard on 4-4-2. Optional on Delta 88 & 98.
270 HP, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Optional on Cutlass Coupe & Convertible (Hurst).
300 HP, 455 Cubic Inch V-8 Optional on Cutlass Coupe & Convertible (Hurst).
General Engine Specifications:
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 350 Cu. Inch Engine, 160 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.057" X 3.385"
Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.67
Horsepower: 160 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 275 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 350 Cu. Inch Engine, 175 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.057" X 3.385"
Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.67
Horsepower: 175 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 295 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 350 Cu. Inch Engine, 180 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.057" X 3.385"
Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.67
Horsepower: 180 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 275 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 350 Cu. Inch Engine, 200 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.057" X 3.385"
Engine Displacement: 350 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.67
Horsepower: 200 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 300 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 455 Cu. Inch Engine, 225 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 4.25"
Engine Displacement: 455 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.48
Horsepower: 225 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 360 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 455 Cu. Inch Engine, 250 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 4.25"
Engine Displacement: 455 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.48
Horsepower: 250 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 370 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 455 Cu. Inch Engine, 265 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 4.25"
Engine Displacement: 455 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.48
Horsepower: 265 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 375 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 455 Cu. Inch Engine, 270 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 4.25"
Engine Displacement: 455 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.48
Horsepower: 270 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 370 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Oldsmobile, 8 Cylinder 455 Cu. Inch Engine, 300 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-8
Bore & Stroke: 4.126" X 4.25"
Engine Displacement: 455 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.48
Horsepower: 300 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 410 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-45 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
Tune Up Specifications:
350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: AC R46S
Spark Plug: .040"
Point Gap: .016"
Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Drive
Idle CO: 0.3%
350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 180 H.P., with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45S
Spark Plug: .040"
Point Gap: .016"
Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Idle CO: 0.3%
350 Cubic Inch V-8 Engine, 180 H.P., with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: AC R46S
Spark Plug: .040"
Point Gap: .016"
Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 12 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM, in Drive
Idle CO: 0.3%
8 Cylinder, 455 Cubic Inch Engine, 250 H.P. & 270 H.P.:
Spark Plug Type: AC R46S
Spark Plug: .040"
Point Gap: .016"
Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive
Idle CO: 0.3%
8 Cylinder, 455 Cubic Inch Engine, 300 H.P.:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45S
Spark Plug: .040"
Point Gap: .016"
Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 1,000 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Drive
Idle CO: 0.3%
8 Cylinder, 455 Cubic Inch Engines, except as above, with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: AC R45S
Spark Plug: .040"
Point Gap: .016"
Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Idle CO: 0.3%
8 Cylinder, 455 Cubic Inch Engines, except as above, with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: AC R46S
Spark Plug: .040"
Point Gap: .016"
Dwell Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC @ 1,100 RPM
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM, in Drive
Idle CO: 0.3%
Capacities:
8 Cylinder, 350 Cubic Inch Engine, Intermediate Cars:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 15.2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 15.7 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 19 Gallons
Vista Cruiser: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
4 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Hydra-Matic Transmission:
Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts
After Overhaul: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle:
With 10 Bolt Cover: 4-1/4 Pints
With 12 Bolt Cover: 5-1/2 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder, 350 Cubic Inch Engine, Full Sized Cars:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16.2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16.7 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 24 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Hydra-Matic Transmission:
Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts
After Overhaul: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder, 455 Cubic Inch Engine, Intermediate Cars:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 15.2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 15.7 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons
Vista Cruiser: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
4 Speed: 3-1/2 Pints
Hydra-Matic Transmission:
Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts
After Overhaul: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
455 Cubic Inch Engine, Full Sized Models:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17.5 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 24 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Hydra-Matic Transmission:
Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts
After Overhaul: 10 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5-1/2 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Toronado:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19.5 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 20 Quarts
Radiator Cap Pressure:
With Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 25 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts*
Hydra-Matic Transmission:
Oil Pan Only: 3 Quarts
After Overhaul: 10 Quarts
Front Drive Axle: 4-1/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Valve Specifications:
350 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine, Except California:
Running Clearance:
Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat:
Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 30 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 46 Degrees
Exhaust: 30 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.67"
Valve Spring Pressure: 187 Lbs @ 1.27"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0027"
Exhaust .0015"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3425"-.3432"
Exhaust: .3420"-.3427"
350 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine, California:
Running Clearance:
Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees
Face: Intake: 46 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.67"
Valve Spring Pressure: 198 Lbs @ 1.22"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0027"
Exhaust .0015"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3425"-.3432"
Exhaust: .3420"-.3427"
455 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine, 98 Series:
Running Clearance:
Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat:
Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 30 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 46 Degrees
Exhaust: 30 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.67"
Valve Spring Pressure: 187 Lbs @ 1.27"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0027"
Exhaust .0015"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3425"-.3432"
Exhaust: .3420"-.3427"
455 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine, Toronado:
Running Clearance:
Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees
Face: Intake: 46 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.67"
Valve Spring Pressure: 196 Lbs @ 1.23"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0027"
Exhaust .0015"-.0032"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3425"-.3432"
Exhaust: .3420"-.3427"
455 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine, Others:
Running Clearance:
Hydralic Lifters: No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 30 Degrees
Exhaust: 46 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.67"
Valve Spring Pressure: 206 Lbs @ 1.19"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.0032"
Exhaust .0015"-.0027"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3425"-.3432"
Exhaust: .3420"-.3427"
Pistons, Rings, Wristpins, Crankshaft & Bearings Data:
350 Cubic Inch Engine, 8 Cylinder:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.002"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wristpin Diameter: .9805"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.1238"-2.1248"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0004"-.0033"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter:
#1: 2.4988"-2.4998"; #2, 3, 4, & 5: 2.4985"-2.4995"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0021" (Rear: .0015"-.0031")
Thrust on Bearing #3
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
455 Cubic Inch Engines, 8 Cylinder:
Piston Clearance: .001"-.002"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wristpin Diameter: .9805"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4988"-2.4998"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .002"-.011"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.9993"-3.0003"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0021" (Rear: .002"-.0034")
Thrust on Bearing #3
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
350 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:
Spark Plugs: 25-35 Ft. Lbs
Cylinder Head Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 25-35 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold: 20-25 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: 60-80 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft:
Automatic Transmission: 50-65 Ft. Lbs.
Standard Transmission: 85-95 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 160 Ft. Lbs.
455 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:
Spark Plugs: 25-35 Ft. Lbs
Cylinder Head Bolts: 80 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 25-35 Ft. Lbs
Exhaust Manifold: 20-25 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: 90-120 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft:
Automatic Transmission: 50-65 Ft. Lbs.
Standard Transmission: 85-95 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 160 Ft. Lbs.
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #1112033
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0-2 Degrees @ 540 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5-7 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8-10"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 20.5" Vacuum`
Distributor #1112034
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.8 to 4 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 4.5 to 7.8 Degrees @ 570 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.2 to 8.2 Degrees @ 620 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 1,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6 to 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 17.5" Vacuum`
Distributor #1112036
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.4 to 2.4 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6 to 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 17.5" Vacuum`
Distributor #1112085
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 1,050 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6 to 8
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 17.5" Vacuum`
Distributor #1112106
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 485 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 11 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6 to 8"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 13 Degrees @ 17.5" Vacuum`
Distributor #1112172
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2 Degrees @ 575 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.5 to 5.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 1,700 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8 to 10"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 20.5" Vacuum`
Delco-Remy Alternator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternator #1100573
Rated Output: 42 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Alternator #1100597
Rated Output: 63 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 4.0 to 4.5 Amperes
Alternator #1102435
Rated Output: 42 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5 to 14.4 Volts
Alternator #1102437
Rated Output: 55 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Alternator #1102439
Rated Output: 55 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1102440
Rated Output: 37 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Alternator #1102463
Rated Output: 61 Amperes
Field Current, 12 Volts @ 80 Degrees: 2.2 to 2.6 Amperes
Regulator #1119515
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4 Volts
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications:
V-8, 350 Cu. In. Engine:
Part #1108386
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test: 55-80 Amperes, 9 Volts, @ 3,500-6,000 RPM
455 Cu. In. Engines:
Part #11078387
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test: 45-80 Amperes, 9 Volts, @ 4,000-6,500 RPM
V-8, 455 Cu. In. Engines, Toronado:
Part #11078352
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 Specifications:
F-85, Cutlass, Cutlass 'S', Cutlass Supreme:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .005"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Tighten Pinion Shaft Nut with Torque Wrench
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 5-15 Inch Pounds
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment:
With New Bearings: .010"
With Used Bearings: .010"
Vista Cruiser, 88, Custom Cruiser & 98:
Carrier Type: Integral
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
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment:
With New Bearings: .20-30 Ft. Lbs.
With Used Bearings: 10-20 Ft. Lbs.
Toronado:
Carrier Type: Removable
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .005"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 2-15 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 2-5 Inch Pounds
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
Adjustment:
With New Bearings: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.
With Used Bearings: 5-7 Ft. Lbs.
Brake Specifications:
Intermediate Cars:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2-15/16"
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear: 7/8"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Drum Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1"
Intermediate Station Wagons:
Brake Drum Diameter: 9-1/2"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2-15/16"
Rear: 1"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Brakes: 1"
Custom Cruiser Station Wagons:
Brake Drum Diameter: 12"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2-15/16"
Rear: 1"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Brakes: 1"
88, & 98:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2-15/16"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Power Brakes: 1"
Toronado:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 2-15/16"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Intermediates:
Caster: - 1-1/4 Degrees
Camber:
Left: +1/4 Degrees
Right: -1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 0"
All 88, Custom Cruiser & 98:
Caster: + 1 Degree
Camber:
Left: +1/4 Degrees
Right: -1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 0"
Toronado:
Caster: - 2 Degrees
Camber:
Left: +1/4 Degrees
Right: -1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 0"
Rochester Quadrajet 4MC & 4MV Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor #7042250
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner
Pump Rod Adjustment: 3/8"
Choke Rod: .230"
Vacuum Break: .230"
Air Valve Dashpot: .050"
Choke Unloader: .200"
Air Valve Lockout: .035"
Air Valve Spring Wind-Up: 1/2"
Carburetor #7042251
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner
Pump Rod Adjustment: 3/8"
Choke Rod: .230"
Vacuum Break: .215"
Air Valve Dashpot: .050"
Choke Unloader: .200"
Air Valve Lockout: .035"
Air Valve Spring Wind-Up: 3/4"
Carburetor #7042252
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner
Pump Rod Adjustment: 3/8"
Choke Rod: .230"
Vacuum Break: .215"
Air Valve Dashpot: .050"
Choke Unloader: .200"
Air Valve Lockout: .035"
Air Valve Spring Wind-Up: 3/4"
Carburetor #7042953
Float Level: 1/4"
Pump Rod Hole: Inner
Pump Rod Adjustment: 3/8"
Fast Idle, on Bench: 2 Turns
Choke Rod: .230"
Vacuum Break: .275"
Air Valve Dashpot: .050"
Choke Unloader: .200"
Air Valve Lockout: .035"
Air Valve Spring Wind-Up: 3/4"
Rochester 2GC Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor #7042155
Float Level: 17/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/8"
Pump Rod: 1-11/32"
Vacuum Break: .215"
Choke Setting: 1 Lean
Choke Rod: .160"
Choke Unloader: .170"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,000 RPM (On low step of cam)
Carburetor #7042156
Float Level: 17/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/8"
Pump Rod: 1-11/32"
Vacuum Break: .200"
Choke Setting: Index
Choke Rod: .160"
Choke Unloader: .170"
Fast Idle Speed: 1,000 RPM (On low step of cam)
1972 Oldsmobile Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
11 Cameo White
14 Silver Pewter
18 Antique Pewter
19 Ebony Black
24 Nordic Blue
26 Viking Blue
28 Royal Blue
36 Radiant Green
43 Pinehurst Green
48 Sequoia Green
50 Covert Beige
53 Saturn Gold
54 Sovereign Gold
56 Sunfire Yellow
57 Baroque Gold
62 Saddle Tan
63 Saddle Bronze
65 Flame Orange
69 Nutmeg
75 Matador Red
81 Bamboo
A White
B Black
K Black
F Medium Tan
T Light Covert
G Medium Green
Popular Options:
AM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; Stereo Tape Player; Rear Seat Speaker; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Air Conditioning; Power Windows; Power Seat; Tinted Windows; Power Trunk Release; Power Door Locks; Floor Mats; Remote Control Mirror; Windshield Washer; Sports Mirrors; Rear Window Defogger; Vinyl Roof; Two Tone Paint; Sports Console; Cruise Control; Tilt Steering Wheel; Rallye Pack Instruments; Super Stock Wheels; Wire Wheel Covers; Electric Clock; Cornering Lamps; Bumper Guards; Outside Thermometer; Headlamp Off-Delay System; Bumper Guards; Positive Action Rear Axle; Various Engine & Transmission Options; & Much More.
1972 Oldsmobile Historical Data:
Introduction date for the 1972 Oldsmobile is not available.
Total 1972 Oldsmobile Production was 762,199.
Note: 629 Hurst Packages were installed on Cutlass Models.
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