1964 PLYMOUTH

1964 PLYMOUTH

General Specifications

Model Designations:

Plymouth Valiant V-100, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Plymouth Valilant V-200, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Plymouth Valiant Signet, 6 & 8 Cylinder

Plymouth Barracuda, 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 & 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VV1-L, Body #113

Base Price: $1,992; Shipping Weight: 2,575 Pounds

Total Production: 44,208

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VV1-L, Body #111

Base Price: $1,921; Shipping Weight; 2,540 Pounds

Total Production: 35,403

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series VV1-L, Body #156

Base Price: $2,273; Shipping Weight: 2,725 Pounds

Total Production: 10,759

Valiant V-200, 6 & 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VV1-H, Body #133

Base Price: $2,112; Shipping Weight: 2,570 Pounds

Total Production: 63,828

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VV1-H, Body #131

Base Price: $2,044; Shipping Weight: 2,545 Pounds

Total Production: 11,013

2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Series VV1-H, Body #135

Base Price: $2,349; Shipping Weight: 2,670 Pounds

Total Production: 5,856

4 Door Suburban Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series VV1-H, Body #176

Base Price: $2,388; Shipping Weight: 2,730 Pounds

Total Production: 11,146

Valiant Signet, 6 & 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Series VV1-P, Body #142

Base Price: $2,256; Shipping Weight: 2,600 Pounds

Total Production: 37,736

2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Series VV1-P, Body #145

Base Price: $2,473; Shipping Weight: 2,690 Pounds

Total Production: 7,636

No breakdown of 6 & 8 Cylinder Valiant models is available.

Barracuda, 6 & 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Sport Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Series VV1-P, Body #149

Base Price: $2,365; Shipping Weight: 2,740 Pounds

Total Production: 23,443*

No breakdown of 6 & 8 Cylinder Barracuda models is available.

Savoy, 6 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP1-L, Body #213

Base Price: $2,280; Shipping Weight: 3,040 Pounds

Total Production: *

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP1-L, Body #211

Base Price: $2,224; Shipping Weight: 2,990 Pounds

Total Production: *

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series VP1-L, Body #257

Base Price: $2,721; Shipping Weight: 3,400 Pounds

Total Production: *

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series VP1-L, Body #256

Base Price: $2,620; Shipping Weight: 3,245 Pounds

Total Production: *

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.

Savoy, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-L, Body #313

Base Price: $2,388; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds

Total Production: 51,024*

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VT2-L, Body #311

Base Price: $2,332; Shipping Weight: 3,205 Pounds

Total Production: 21,326*

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series VP2-L, Body #357

Base Price: $2,829; Shipping Weight: 3,600 Pounds

Total Production: 3,242*

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-L, Body #356

Base Price: $2,728; Shipping Weight: 3,495 Pounds

Total Production: 12,401*

* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.

Belvedere, 6 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP1-M, Body #223

Base Price: $2,417; Shipping Weight: 3,065 Pounds:

Total Production: *

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP1-M, Body #221

Base Price: $2,359; Shipping Weight: 3,000 Pounds

Total Production: *

2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Series VP1-M, Body #222

Base Price: $2,444; Shipping Weight: 3,010 Pounds

Total Production: *

* Belvedere 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.

Belvedere, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-M, Body #323

Base Price: $2,524; Shipping Weight: 3,225 Pounds:

Total Production: 57,307*

2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-M, Body #321

Base Price: $2,466; Shipping Weight: 3,210 Pounds

Total Production: 5,364*

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-M, Body #322

Base Price: $2,551; Shipping Weight: 3,190 Pounds;

Total Production: 16,334*

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series VP2-M, Body #367

Base Price: $2,928; Shipping Weight: 3,605 Pounds

Total Production: 4,207

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-M, Body #366

Base Price: $2,826; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Pounds

Total Production: 10,317

* Belvedere 6 & 8 Cylinder Production Figures are Combined.

Fury, 6 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP1-H, Body #233

Base Price: $2,573; Shipping Weight: 3,040 Pounds:

Production Total: *

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series VP1-H, Body #232

Base Price: $2,598; Shipping Weight: 3,045 Pounds;

Production Total: *

* 6 & 8 Cylinder production totals are combined.

Fury, 8 Cylinder:

4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-H, Body #333

Base Price: $2,680; Shipping Weight: 3,230 Pounds:

Production Total: 34,901*

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-H, Body #332

Base Price: $2,706; Shipping Weight: 3,215 Pounds;

Production Total: 26,303*

4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-H, Body #334

Base Price: $2,752; Shipping Weight: 3,300 Pounds:

Production Total: 13,713

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-H, Body #335

Base Price: $2,937; Shipping Weight: 3,345 Pounds;

Production Total: 5,173

4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series VP2-H, Body #376

Base Price: $2,981; Shipping Weight: 3,530 Pounds

Production Total: 3,646

4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series VP2-H, Body #377

Base Price: $3,084; Shipping Weight: 3,630 Pounds

Production Total: 4,482

* 6 & 8 Cylinder production totals are combined.

Sport Fury, 8 Cylinder:

2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Series VP2-P, Body #342

Base Price: $2,864; Shipping Weight: 3,270 Pounds;

Production Total: 23,695

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series VP2-P, Body #345

Base Price: $3,095; Shipping Weight: 3,405 Pounds;

Production Total: 3,858

Chassis:

Wheelbase:

Valiant: 106"

Barracuda: 106"

Plymouth: 116"

Tire Sizes:

Valiant: 6.50 X 13"

Barracuda:

6 Cylinder: 6.50 X 13"

8 Cylinder: 7.00 X 13"

Plymouth::

Passenger Cars: 7.00 X 14"

Station Wagons: 7.50 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 & Barracuda. Optional on Valiant

180 HP 8 Cylinder, 273 Cubic Inch Optional on Valiant & Barracuda

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 .

305 HP 8 Cylinder, 383 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth .

330 HP 8 Cylinder, 383 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth .

365 HP 8 Cylinder, 426 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth.

400 HP 8 Cylinder, 426 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth.

425 HP 8 Cylinder, 426 Cubic Inch Optional on Full Sized Plymouth.

1964 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: 8.40:1

Taxable Horsepower: 27.74

Horsepower: 145 @ 4,000 RPM

Torque: 215 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI

Carburetor: 1 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 180 HP., 273 Cubic Inch Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 3.625" X 3.31"

Engine Displacement: 273 Cu. In.

Compresssion Ratio: 8.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 42.05

Horsepower: 180 @ 4,200 RPM

Torque: 260 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI

Carburetor: 2 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, 375 H.P.:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"

Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.30:1

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, 425 H.P. (Hemi):

Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder

Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.25" X 3.75"

Engine Displacement: 426 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 12.50:1

Taxable Horsepower: 57.8

Horsepower: 425 @ 6,000 RPM

Torque: 480 Ft. Lbs. @ 4,600 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: 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, 273 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Champion J14Y

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: 135 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7-1/2 PSI

8 Cylinder, 273 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:

Spark Plug Type: Champion J14Y

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: 135 PSI (Minimum)

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 7-1/2 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: 150 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: 150 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: 28-33 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 J10Y

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: 5 to 7 PSI

8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. Inch Engine, Tune Up Specifications:

Spark Plug Type: Champion J10Y

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: 500 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI

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

8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. Inch Engine, (Hemi) Tune Up Specifications:

Spark Plug Type: Champion N61Y or N58R

Spark Plug: Gap .020"

Point Gap: .012"

Distributor Cam Angle:

Each Set of Points: 27-31 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 34-38 Degrees

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

Ignition Timing:

With N61Y Plugs: 31 Degrees BTDC @ 3,000 RPM

With N58R Plugs: 34 Degrees BTDC @ 3,000 RPM

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 1,400 RPM

Automatic Transmission: 1,400 RPM in Neutral, A/C Off

Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 160 PSI

Fuel Pump Pressure: 6 to 8 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, 273 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: 145 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, & 426 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. Hemi-Charger Engines:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .028"

Exhaust: .032

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 45 Degrees

Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"

Valve Spring Pressure: 266 Lbs @ 1.36 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .002"-.004"

Exhaust .003"-.005"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .309"

Exhaust: .308"

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"

Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. In. Engines, (Hemi):

Piston Clearance: .0125"

Ring End Gap:

Compression Ring: .013"

Oil Ring: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"

Bearing Clearance: .0025"-.0035"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"

Bearing Clearance: .002"-.004"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Shaft End Play: .002"-.0085"

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 & Barracuda:

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: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 6 Pints

4 Speed: 7 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 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: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 6 Pints

4 Speed: 7 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Pints

Rear Axle: 2 Pints

*With New Oil Filter

8 Cylinder Engines, 273 Cubic Inch:

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: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 4-1/2 Pints

4 Speed: 7-1/2 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 9 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: 18 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 6 Pints

4 Speed: 7 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts

Rear Axle: 2 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: 19 Gallons

Station Wagons: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 4-1/2 Pints

4 Speed: 7-1/2 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: 19 Gallons

Station Wagons: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 4-1/2 Pints

4 Speed: 7-1/2 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: 19 Gallons

Station Wagons: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 4-1/2 Pints

4 Speed: 7-1/2 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: 19 Gallons

Station Wagons: 21 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

3 Speed: 4-1/2 Pints

4 Speed: 7-1/2 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 Standard Transmission:

Distributor #2444256

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .020"

Dwell Angle: 40-45 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 475 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

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

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 10" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:, 225 Cu. Inch Engines

Distributor #2444254

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 @ 560 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

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

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7 Degrees @ 13" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 273 Cu. Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Distributor #2444448

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 273 Cu. Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Distributor #2444449

Rotation: Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 475 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: 12 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:

Distributor #2444258

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 @ 480 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" to 10" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 318 Cu. Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:

Distributor #2444259

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 @ 570 RPM

Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" to 10" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 361 Cu. Inch Engines:

Distributor #2444261

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 450 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 14 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Distributor #2444261

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .017"

Dwell Angle: 28-33 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 450 RPM

Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" to 8" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 14 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, Dodge 383 Cu. Inch Engines, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:

Distributor #1BS-4006J

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: 2 Degrees @ 475 RPM

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" to 9" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:

Distributor #1BS-4011E

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 Degrees @ 540 RPM

Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6"-9" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum

Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 426 Cu. Inch Engine - Hemi-Charger:

Distributor #2444814

Rotation: Counter-Clockwise

Breaker Point Opening: .012"

Dwell Angle:

Each Set of Points: 27-31 Degrees

Total Dwell, Both Sets of Points: 36-40 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance Data:

Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 540 RPM

Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 2,400 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 6"-9" Vacuum

Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum

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 1964 Chrysler Corporation Carburetors for Cars to obtain information for your specific application.

Popular Options:

Valiant & Barracuda:

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

AA-1 Barracuda Gold

BB-1 Ebony Black

CC-1 Light Blue

DD-1 Medium Metallic Blue

EE-1 Dark Metallic Blue

HH-1 Sandalwood

JJ-1 Valiant Light Turquoise

KK-1 Turquoise

LL-1 Dark Turquoise

MM-1 Silver Gray

PP-1 Ruby

TT-1 Signet Royal Red

WW-1 White

XX-1 Light Beige

YY-1 Metallic Beige

Promotional Models Produced:

Plastic: Fury 2 Door Hardtop, Fury Convertible & Valiant Signet 800 2 Door Hardtop.

1964 Plymouth Historical Data

1964 Plymouth model year introduction date was on September 20, 1963

Total 1964 Plymouth Production was 499,934.