1963 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 TV1-L, Body #113
Base Price: $1,973; Shipping Weight: 2,535 Pounds
Total Production: 54,617
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TV1-L, Body #111
Base Price: $1,910; Shipping Weight; 2,515 Pounds
Total Production: 32,761
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series TV1-L, Body #156
Base Price: $2,268; Shipping Weight: 2,700 Pounds
Total Production: 11,864
Valiant V-200, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TV1-H, Body #133
Base Price: $2,097; Shipping Weight: 2,555 Pounds
Total Production: 57,029
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TV1-H, Body #131
Base Price: $2,035; Shipping Weight: 2,515 Pounds
Total Production: 10,605
2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Series TV1-H, Body #135
Base Price: $2,340; Shipping Weight: 2,640 Pounds
Total Production: 7,122
4 Door Suburban Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series TV1-H, Body #176
Base Price: $2,392; Shipping Weight: 2,715 Pounds
Total Production: 11,147
Valiant Signet, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Series TV1-P, Body #142
Base Price: $2,230; Shipping Weight: 2,570 Pounds
Total Production: 30,857
2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Series TV1-P, Body #145
Base Price: $2,454; Shipping Weight: 2,675 Pounds
Total Production: 9,154
Savoy Fleet Special, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series N/A, Body #203
Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 3,015 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series N/A, Body #201
Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: 2,970 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: N/A; Shipping Weight: 3,215 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series N/A, Body #301
Base Price: N/A; Shipping Weight: N/A
Total Production: *
* Production Included with Savoy Deluxe Sedans, 6 & 8 Cylinder Combined.
Savoy, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP1-L, Body #213
Base Price: $2,262; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP1-L, Body #211
Base Price: $2,206; Shipping Weight: 2,980 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series TP1-L, Body #257
Base Price: $2,710; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series TP1-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 TP2-L, Body #313
Base Price: $2,369; Shipping Weight: 3,220 Pounds
Total Production: 56,313*
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series ST2-L, Body #311
Base Price: $2,313; Shipping Weight: 3,200 Pounds
Total Production: 20,281*
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series TP2-L, Body #357
Base Price: $2,818; Shipping Weight: 3,560 Pounds
Total Production: 4,342
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-L, Body #356
Base Price: $2,717; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds
Total Production: 12,874*
* Production Includes Savoy Fleet Special Sedans, 6 & 8 Cylinder Combined.
Belvedere, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP1-M, Body #223
Base Price: $2,399; Shipping Weight: 3,020 Pounds:
Total Production: *
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP1-M, Body #221
Base Price: $2,342; Shipping Weight: 3,000 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Series TP1-M, Body #222
Base Price: $2,341; Shipping Weight: 3,025 Pounds
Total Production: *
* Belvedere 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.
Belvedere, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-M, Body #323
Base Price: $2,507; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Pounds:
Total Production: 54,929*
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-M, Body #321
Base Price: $2,450; Shipping Weight: 3,215 Pounds
Total Production: 6,218*
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-M, Body #322
Base Price: $2,538; Shipping Weight: 3,190 Pounds;
Total Production: 9,204*
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series TP2-M, Body #367
Base Price: $2,917; Shipping Weight: 3,585 Pounds
Total Production: 4,012
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-M, Body #366
Base Price: $2,815; Shipping Weight: 3,490 Pounds
Total Production: 10,297*
* Belvedere 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.
Fury, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP1-H, Body #233
Base Price: $2,563; Shipping Weight: 3,075 Pounds:
Production Total: *
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series TP1-H, Body #232
Base Price: $2,585; Shipping Weight: 3,030 Pounds;
Production Total: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder production totals are combined.
Fury, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-H, Body #333
Base Price: $2,670; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Pounds:
Production Total: 31,891*
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-H, Body #332
Base Price: $2,693; Shipping Weight: 3,215 Pounds;
Production Total: 13,832*
4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-H, Body #334
Base Price: $2,742; Shipping Weight: 3,295 Pounds:
Production Total: 11,877
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-H, Body #335
Base Price: $2,924; Shipping Weight: 3,340 Pounds;
Production Total: 5,221
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series TP2-H, Body #376
Base Price: $2,968; Shipping Weight: 3,545 Pounds
Production Total: 3,304
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series TP2-H, Body #377
Base Price: $3,071; Shipping Weight: 3,590 Pounds
Production Total: 3,368
* 6 & 8 Cylinder production totals are combined.
Sport Fury, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Series TP2-P, Body #342
Base Price: $2,851; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Pounds;
Production Total: 11,483
2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series TP2-P, Body #345
Base Price: $3,082; Shipping Weight: 3,385 Pounds;
Production Total: 3,836
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Valiant: 106"
Plymouth: 116"
Tire Sizes:
Valiant: 6.50 X 13"
Plymouth:: 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. Optional on Valiant
230 HP 8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Standard on Full Sized Plymouth V-8.
265 HP 8 Cylinder, 361 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth.
330 HP 8 Cylinder, 383 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth.
415 HP 8 Cylinder, 426 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth.
425 HP 8 Cylinder, 426 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth.
1963 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: 8.20:1
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, 265 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: 265 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 380 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 383 Cu. Inch, 330 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: 330 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 370 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.8
Horsepower: 370 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 460 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 375 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 13.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.8
Horsepower: 375 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 465 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 415 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 11.00:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.8
Horsepower: 415 @ 5,600 RPM
Torque: 470 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 PSI
Carburetor: Two 4 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder Engine, 426 Cu. Inch, 425 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 13.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 57.8
Horsepower: 425 @ 5,600 RPM
Torque: 480 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-60 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: 145 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: 145 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: 28-33 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: 160 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: 28-33 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 J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 28-33 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 J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 28-33 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 High Performance Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J9Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .017"
Cam Angle:
Each Set of Points: 28-33 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: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 200 PSI (Minimum)
Fuel Pump Pressure: 3-1/2 to 5 PSI
8 Cylinder, 426 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, 426 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, 426 Cu. In. Engines, with 10.5:1 Compression Ratio:
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: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. In. Engines, with 11.0:1 Compression Ratio:
Piston Clearance: .004"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .013"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .002"-.0045"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.004"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. In. Engines, with 13.5:1 Compression Ratio:
Piston Clearance: .0095"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .023"
Oil Ring: .023"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .002"-.0045"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.004"
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, 426 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: 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.
Capacities:
Valiant:
6 Cylinder Engines, 170 Cubic Inch:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 11 Quarts
With Heater: 12 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 12 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 11 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-1/2 Pints
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
6 Cylinder Engines, 225 Cubic Inch:
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: 11 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 5 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 7-1/2 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: 7-1/2 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
4 Speed: 3-1/8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 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
4 Speed: 3-1/8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 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
4 Speed: 3-1/8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder 426 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
4 Speed: 3-1/8 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:
Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder: 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: 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 #20958670
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 @ 390 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,500 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 #2098680
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 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 #2098685
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 330 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,600 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor #1BP-4003C
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 26-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-22 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 570 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,600 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" to 10" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 & 383 Cu. Inch Engines:
Distributor #2095836
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 250 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 4" to 6" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 14 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 & 426 Cu. Inch High Performance Engines:
Distributor #1BS-4006G
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Dwell Angle:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 570 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,600 RPM
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 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, 426 Cu. Inch Engines:
Distributor #1BB-4202
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Opening:
Each Set of Points: 27-32 Degrees
Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-40 Degrees
Dwell Angle:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 570 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,600 RPM
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 30 Ounces (Maximum)
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 1,030 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: None
Maximum Vacuum Advance: None
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 #2098835
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 26 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .015"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2098830
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 35 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .012"-.016"
Regulator Armature Air Gap: .048"-.052"
Alternerator #2098350
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.38-2.75 Amperes
Current Output: 39 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.5-14.3 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Voltage Regulator Point Gap: .012"-.016"
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 1963 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; Sport Tone Paint for Wagons; 6 Way Power Seat; Power Windows on Fury; Padded Dashboard; DeLuxe Steering Wheel; Station Wagon Stowage Compartment & Captive Air Tires; 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
BB-1 Ebony Black
CC-1 Light Blue
DD-1 Medium Metallic Blue
EE-1 Dark Metallic Blue
FF-1 Light Green
GG-1 Metallic Green
MM-1 Light Beige
NN-1 Valiant Silver Gray
PP-1 Red
RR-1 Coppertone
WW-1 Ermine
XX-1 Medium Beige
YY-1 Metallic Brown
Promotional Models Produced:
Plastic: Fury 2 Door Hardtop, Fury Convertible & Valiant Signet 800 2 Door Hardtop.
1963 Plymouth Historical Data
1963 Plymouth model year introduction date was on October 3, 1962
Total 1963 Plymouth Production was 442,794.
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