1962 PLYMOUTH
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Plymouth Valiant V-100, 6 Cylinder
Plymouth Valilant V-200, 6 Cylinder
Plymouth Valiant Signet, 6 Cylinder
Plymouth Savoy Fleet Special, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Savoy, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Belvedere, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Sport Fury, 8 Cylinder
Valiant V-100, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SV1-L, Body #113
Base Price: $1,991; Shipping Weight: 2,500 Pounds
Total Production: 33,769
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SV1-L, Body #111
Base Price: $1,930; Shipping Weight; 2,480 Pounds
Total Production: 19,679
4 Door Suburban Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series SV1-L, Body #156
Base Price: $2,285; Shipping Weight: 2,660 Pounds
Total Production: 5,932
Valiant V-200, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SV1-H, Body #133
Base Price: $2,087; Shipping Weight: 2,510 Pounds
Total Production: 55,789
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SV1-H, Body #131
Base Price: $2,026; Shipping Weight: 2,500 Pounds
Total Production: 8,484
4 Door Suburban Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series SV1-H, Body #176
Base Price: $2,381; Shipping Weight: 2,690 Pounds
Total Production: 8,055
Valiant Signet, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Series SV1-P, Body #142
Base Price: $2,230; Shipping Weight: 2,515 Pounds
Total Production: 25,586
Savoy Fleet Special, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series N/A, Body #203
Base Price: $2,213; Shipping Weight: 2,955 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series N/A, Body #201
Base Price: $2,137; Shipping Weight: 2,930 Pounds
Total Production: *
* Production Included with Savoy Deluxe Sedans
Savoy Fleet Special, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series N/A, Body #303
Base Price: $2,351; Shipping Weight: 3,115 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series N/A, Body #301
Base Price: $2,295; Shipping Weight: 3,080 Pounds
Total Production: *
* Production Included with Savoy Deluxe Sedans, 6 & 8 Cylinder Combined.
Savoy, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-L, Body #213
Base Price: $2,262; Shipping Weight: 2,960 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-L, Body #211
Base Price: $2,206; Shipping Weight: 2,930 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Suburban, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-L, Body #256
Base Price: $2,609; Shipping Weight: 3,225 Pounds
Total Production: *
* Production Includes Savoy Fleet Special Sedans, 6 & 8 Cylinder Combined.
Savoy, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-L, Body #313
Base Price: $2,369; Shipping Weight: 3,115 Pounds
Total Production: 49,777*
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-L, Body #311
Base Price: $2,313; Shipping Weight: 3,080 Pounds
Total Production: 18,825*
4 Door Suburban, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-L, Body #356
Base Price: $2,717; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Pounds
Total Production: 12,710*
* Production Includes Savoy Fleet Special Sedans, 6 & 8 Cylinder Combined.
Belvedere, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-M, Body #223
Base Price: $2,399; Shipping Weight: 2,960 Pounds:
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-M, Body #221
Base Price: $2,342; Shipping Weight: 2,930 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-M, Body #222
Base Price: $2,341; Shipping Weight: 2,945 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Suburban, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-M, Body #266
Base Price: $2,708; Shipping Weight: 3,245 Pounds
Total Production: *
* Belvedere 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.
Belvedere, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-M, Body #323
Base Price: $2,507; Shipping Weight: 3,095 Pounds:
Total Production: 31,263*
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-M, Body #321
Base Price: $2,450; Shipping Weight: 3,070 Pounds
Total Production: 3,128*
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-M, Body #322
Base Price: $2,538; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Pounds;
Total Production: 5,086*
4 Door Custom Suburban, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-M, Body #366
Base Price: $2,815; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Pounds
Total Production: 9,781*
4 Door Custom Suburban, 9 Passenger, Series SP2-M, Body #367
Base Price: $2,917; Shipping Weight: 3,440 Pounds
Total Production: 4,168
* Belvedere 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.
Fury, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-H, Body #233
Base Price: $2,563; Shipping Weight: 2,990 Pounds:
Production Total: *
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series SP1-H, Body #232
Base Price: $2,585; Shipping Weight: 2,960 Pounds;
Production Total: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder production totals are combined.
Fury, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-H, Body #333
Base Price: $2,670; Shipping Weight: 3,125 Pounds:
Production Total: 17,231*
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-H, Body #332
Base Price: $2,693; Shipping Weight: 3,105 Pounds;
Production Total: 9,589*
4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-H, Body #334
Base Price: $2,742; Shipping Weight: 3,190 Pounds:
Production Total: 5,995*
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-H, Body #335
Base Price: $2,924; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,349
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series SP2-H, Body #376
Base Price: $2,968; Shipping Weight: 3,395 Pounds
Production Total: 2,352
4 Door Sport Suburban, 9 Passenger, Series SP2-H, Body #377
Base Price: $3,071; Shipping Weight: 3,455 Pounds
Production Total: 2,411
* 6 & 8 Cylinder production totals are combined.
Sport Fury, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Series SP2-P, Body #342
Base Price: $2,851; Shipping Weight: 3,195 Pounds;
Production Total: 4,039
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series SP2-P, Body #345
Base Price: $3,082; Shipping Weight: 3,295 Pounds;
Production Total: 1,516
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Valiant: 106.5"
Plymouth: 116"
Tire Sizes:
Valiant: 6.50 X 13"
Plymouth:
6 Cylinder Passenger Cars: 6.50 X 14"
8 Cylinder Passenger Cars: 7.00 X 14"
Station Wagons: 7.00 X 14"
Engine Availability By Series:
101 HP 6 Cylinder, 170 Cubic Inch Standard on Valiant
145 HP 6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Standard on Full Sized Plymouth & Valiant Signet.
Optional on Valiant
230 HP 8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Standard on Full Sized Plymouth V-8, except Sport Fury.
260 HP 8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth, except Sport Fury.
305 HP 8 Cylinder, 361 Cubic Inch Standard on Sport Fury. Optional on Full Sized Plymouth, except Powerflite or Air Conditioning
310 HP 8 Cylinder, 361 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth, except Powerflite
or Air Conditioning
335 HP 8 Cylinder, 383 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth.
410 HP 8 Cylinder, 413 Cubic Inch Optional on Sport Fury
or Air Conditioning
420 HP 8 Cylinder, 413 Cubic Inch Optional on Sport Fury
1962 PLYMOUTH
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 101 HP., 170 Cu. Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Bore & Stroke: 3.40" X 3.125"
Engine Displacement: 170 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 101 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 155 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
6 Cylinder, 145 HP., 225 Cu. Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Bore & Stroke: 3.40" X 4.125"
Engine Displacement: 225 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 145 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 215 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 230 HP., 318 Cubic Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.83
Horsepower: 230 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 340 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 260 HP., 318 Cubic Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.83
Horsepower: 260 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 345 Ft. Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 305 HP., 361 Cubic Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 4.1250" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 361 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 9.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 54.45
Horsepower: 305 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 395 Ft. Lbs @ 3,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 335 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.2500" X 3.375"
Engine Displacement: 383 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 10.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.80
Horsepower: 335 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 420 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch, 410 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 410 @ 5,400 RPM
Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cu. Inch, 420 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.1875" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 413 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.18
Horsepower: 420 @ 5,400 RPM
Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
Tune-Up Data:
6 Cylinder, 170 Cubic Inch Engine with 1 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .020"
Cam Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .020"
Cam Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC Mark on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 550 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 550 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 140 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Pulley
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5 to 7 PSI
8 Cylinder, 361 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, Mark on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
8 Cylinder, 383 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC, Mark on Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 500 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. Inch Engine, Tune Up Specifications:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC on Vibration Damper
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 200 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
Valve Specifications:
Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Intake .010"
Exhaust .020"
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Face: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 43 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Intake .013"
Exhaust .021"
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 177 Lbs @ 1-5/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash:
Intake: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Exhaust: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash, Cold:
Intake: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Exhaust: .060"-.210" with Lifter Collapsed
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1-15/32 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 6 Cylinder:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9008"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.1865"-2.1875"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. In. Engine:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .015"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5005"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.6245"-2.6255"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 65 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 200 Inch Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 10 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts:
Aluminum: 50 Ft. Lbs.
Cast Iron: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: Press Fit
8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 40 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 36 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 413 Cubic Inches:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Chylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 50 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft.Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Valiant:
6 Cylinder Engines:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 14 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7 Pints
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Plymouth, Full Sized:
6 Cylinder Engines:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 12 Quarts
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder 318 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 20 Quarts
With Heater: 21 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 21 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder 361 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder 413 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 20 Gallons
Station Wagons: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder: Valiant, 170 Cu. Inch Engines, with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2098675
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder: Valiant, 170 Cu. Inch Engines, with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2098665
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 375 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder, 225 Cu. Inch Engines:
Distributor #2095976
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 475 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Distributor #2095983
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 270 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
Distributor #2095979
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 330 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 15 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Distributor #2095981
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 27-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 275 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:
Distributor #2095832
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle:
Each set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell Both Sets of :Points: 34-40 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 275 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,050 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 413 Cu. Inch Engine:
Distributor Information for 413 Cubic Inch Engines is not available for the 1961 model year.
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #MDT-7002
Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces
No Load Test: 58 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #MDT-7009
Brush Spring Tension: 31-47 Ounces
No Load Test: 58 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #1889200
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 78 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #2095150
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 85 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 1,950 RPM
Lock Test: 475 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 24.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Part #2098500
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 2,950 RPM
Lock Test: 340-420 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Part #1889100
Brush Spring Tension: 32-48 Ounces
No Load Test: 78 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,800 RPM
Lock Test: 350 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 8.5 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Alternerator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternerator #2098265
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 35 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2098275
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 26 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.48-14.08 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2098320
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 39 Amperes, 14.6 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.1 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .045"-.052"
Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:
Valiant:
Rear Axle
Carrier Type: Integral
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Pounds
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .004"-.007"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning flange pinion nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment: 15-25 Inch Pounds
Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Front: 1"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter: 1"
Plymouth 6 & 8 Cylinder:
Rear Axle
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Pounds
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Washer
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjust by turning flange pinion nut with torque wrench.
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Pounds
Used Bearings: 15-25 Inch Pounds
Brakes:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Front: 1-1/8"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Valiant:
Manual Steering:
Caster: -1/2 Degree
Camber:
Left Side: + 1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8 inches
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Power Steering:
Caster: +3/4 Degree
Camber:
Left Side: + 1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8 inches
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Plymouth, Full Sized:
Manual Steering:
Caster: -1/2 Degree
Camber:
Left Side: + 1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8 inches
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Power Steering:
Caster: +3/4 Degree
Camber:
Left Side: + 1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8 inches
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 17-1/2 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Carburetor Adjustments:
See Database for 1962 Chrysler Corporation Carburetors for Cars to obtain information for your specific application.
Popular Options:
Valiant:
Radio; Push Button Radio; Heater & Defroster; Air Conditioning; Dealer Installed Air Conditioning; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Anti-Freeze; Tinted Glass; Front & Rear Bumper Guards; Backup Lights; Left Outside Rear View Mirror; Day/Night Inside Rear View Mirror; Power Tailgate Window for Wagons; 3rd Seat for Wagons; Padded Dashboard; Whitewall Tires; Undercoating: Underhood Pad; Deluxe Wheel Covers; Variable Speed Wipers; Engine Options; Automatic Transmission & more.
Plymouth:
Push Button Radio; DeLuxe Radio; Heater & Defroster; Air Conditioning; Dual Air Conditioning with Heater; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Backup Lights; Prismatic Inside Mirror; Matching Manual Right Side Mirror; Cigar Lighter; Two-Tone Paint, except Convertibles; Sport Tone Paint for Wagons; 6 Way Power Seat; Padded Dashboard; DeLuxe Steering Wheel; Station Wagon Stowage Compartment & Captive Air Tires; Locking Spare Tire Compartment for 6 Passenger Wagons; Automatic Swivel Seats on Fury; Wheel Covers; Windshield Washer; Variable Speed Wipers; Left Outside Remote Control Mirror; Safe-T-Matic Door Locks; Electric Clock (Standard on Fury); Automatic Transmission, Various Trim Options; Various Engine Options & more.
Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
AA-1 Sun-Glo
BB-1 Silhouette Black
CC-1 Pale Blue
DD-1 Luminous Blue
FF-1 Pale Jade
GG-1 Luminous Green
KK-1 Luminous Turquoise
MM-1 Light Gray
PP-1 Cherry Red
SS-1 Luminous Cordovan
TT-1 Sandstone
WW-1 Ermine White
YY-1 Luminous Brown
Promotional Models Produced:
Plastic: Fury 2 Door Hardtop, Fury 2 Door Hardtop Taxi, Fury 2 Door Hardtop Police Car, Fury Convertible & Valiant Signet 800 2 Door Hardtop.
1962 Plymouth Historical Data
1962 Plymouth model year introduction date was on September 28, 1961
Total 1962 Plymouth Production was 317,487.
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