1973 PLYMOUTH
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Plymouth Valiant, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Valiant Duster, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Valiant Duster 340, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Valiant Scamp, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Barracuda, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Barracuda "Cuda," 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Satellite, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Satellite Custom, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Satellite Sebring , 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Satellite Plus, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Satellite Wagons, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Road Runner, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury I, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury II, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury III, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury Gran, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury Suburban Station Wagon, 8 Cylinder
Valiant, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JV1, Body #VL41
Base Price: $2,447; Shipping Weight: 2,865 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JV2, Body #VL41
Base Price: $2,564; Shipping Weight: 2,980 Pounds
Total Production: 61,826*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant Duster, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JV1, Body #VL29
Base Price: $2,346; Shipping Weight; 2,830 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant Duster, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JV2, Body #VL29
Base Price: $2,493; Shipping Weight; 2,950 Pounds
Total Production: 249,243*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant Duster 340, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JV2, Body #VS29
Base Price: $2,822; Shipping Weight; 3,175 Pounds
Total Production: 15,731
Valiant Scamp, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JV1, Body #VH23
Base Price: $2,617; Shipping Weight; 2,885 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant Scamp, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JV2, Body #VH23
Base Price: $2,734; Shipping Weight; 3,000 Pounds
Total Production: 53,792*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Barracuda, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series JB2, Body #BH23
Base Price: $2,935; Shipping Weight: 3,140 Pounds
Total Production: 11,587
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Barracuda 'Cuda', 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Series JB2, Body #BS23
Base Price: $3,120; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Pounds
Total Production; 10,626
Satellite, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JR1, Body #RL41
Base Price: $2,824; Shipping Weight: 3,450 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JR1, Body #RL21
Base Price: $2,755; Shipping Weight: 3,375 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Satellite, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RL41
Base Price: $2,936; Shipping Weight: 3,515 Pounds
Total Production: 14,716*
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RL21
Base Price: $2,867; Shipping Weight: 3,440 Pounds
Total Production: 13,570*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Satellite Custom, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JR1, Body #RH41
Base Price: $2,974; Shipping Weight: 3,445 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Satellite Custom, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RH41
Base Price: $3,086; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Pounds
Total Production: 46,748*
Satellite Sebring, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JR1, Body #RH23
Base Price: $2,997; Shipping Weight: 3,390 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Satellite Sebring, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RH23
Base Price: $3,109; Shipping Weight: 3,460 Pounds
Total Production: 51,575*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Satellite Plus, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #HP23
Base Price: $3,258; Shipping Weight: 3,455 Pounds;
Total Production: 43,628
Satellite Station Wagons, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RL45
Base Price: $3,272; Shipping Weight: 3,950 Pounds
Total Production: 6,906
4 Door Custom Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RH46
Base Price: $3,518; Shipping Weight: 3,990 Pounds
Total Production: 7,705
4 Door Custom Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RH45
Base Price: $3,400; Shipping Weight: 3,945 Pounds
Total Production: 6,733
4 Door Sport Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RP46
Base Price: $3,740; Shipping Weight: 4,010 Pounds
Total Production: 4,786
4 Door Sport Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RH45
Base Price: $3,621; Shipping Weight: 3,950 Pounds
Total Production: 2,781
Road Runner, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JR2, Body #RM23
Base Price: $3,115; Shipping Weight: 3,525 Pounds;
Total Production: 19,054
Fury I, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body #PL41
Base Price: $3,575; Shipping Weight: 3,865 Pounds:
Production Total: 17,365
Fury II, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body #PM41
Base Price: $3,694; Shipping Weight: 3,845 Pounds:
Production Total: 21,646
Fury III, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body #PH41
Base Price: $3,866; Shipping Weight: 3,860 Pounds:
Production Total: 51,742
4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body # PH43
Base Price: $3,962; Shipping Weight: 3,880 Pounds
Production Total: 51,215
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series JP2 Body #PH23
Base Price: $3,883; Shipping Weight: 3,815 Pounds;
Production Total: 34,963
Plymouth Gran Fury, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Hardtop Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body #PP43
Base Price: $4,110; Shipping Weight: 3,890 Pounds
Production Total: 14,852
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body #PP23
Base Price: $4,064; Shipping Weight: 3,845 Pounds
Production Total: 18,127
Plymouth Suburban Station Wagon, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body #PM45
Base Price: $4,150; Shipping Weight: 4,410 Pounds
Production Total: 5,206
4 Door Custom Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series JP2 Body #PM46
Base Price: $4,354; Shipping Weight: 4,465 Pounds
Production Total: 15,671
4 Door Custom Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body #PH45
Base Price: $4,246; Shipping Weight: 4,420 Pounds
Production Total: 9,888
4 Door Sport Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series JP2 Body #PH46
Base Price: $4,599; Shipping Weight: 4,495 Pounds
Production Total: 15,680
4 Door Sport Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series JP2, Body #PP45
Base Price: $4,497; Shipping Weight: 4,435 Pounds
Production Total: 4,832
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Valiant: 108"
Duster: 108"
Scamp: 111"
Barracuda: 108"
Plymouth Satellite 2 Door: 115"
Plymouth Satellite 4 Door: 117"
Plymouth Satellite Station Wagons: 117"
Plymouth Road Runner: 115"
Plymouth Fury Passenger Cars: 120"
Plymouth Fury Station Wagons: 122"
Tire Sizes:
Not Available
Engine Availability By Series:
95 HP 6 Cylinder, 198 Cubic Inch Standard on Valiant & Duster
105 HP 6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Standard on Satellite & Barracuda. Optional on Valiant
150 HP 8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Standard on Satellite, & Fury. Optional on Barracuda & Valiant
240 HP 8 Cylinder, 340 Cubic Inch Standard on Duster 340, 'Cuda', & Road Runner. Optional on Barracuda.
170 HP 8 Cylinder, 360 Cubic Inch Optional on Fury.
175 HP 8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Optional on Fury.
185 HP 8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Optional on Fury.
260 HP 8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Optional on Fury.
220 HP 8 Cylinder, 440 Cubic Inch Optional on Fury.
280 HP 8 Cylinder, 440 Cubic Inch Optional on Fury.
1973 PLYMOUTH
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 95 HP., 198 Cu. Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve, Inline 6 Cylinder (Slant Six)
Bore & Stroke: 3.40" X 3.64"
Engine Displacement: 198 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.40:1
Taxable Horsepower: 27.74
Horsepower: 95 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 150 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
6 Cylinder, 105 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: 105 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 185 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 150 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: 8.60:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.83
Horsepower: 150 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 265 Ft. Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 240 HP., 340 Cubic Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 4.04" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 340 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.22
Horsepower: 240 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 295 Ft. Lbs @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 170 HP., 360 Cubic Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 4.00" X 3.58"
Engine Displacement: 360 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.40:1
Taxable Horsepower: 51.2
Horsepower: 170 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 285 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: Three 2 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder, 175 HP., 400 Cubic Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 4.34" X 3.38"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.27
Horsepower: 175 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 305 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 185 HP., 400 Cubic Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 4.34" X 3.38"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.27
Horsepower: 185 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 310 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 260 HP., 400 Cubic Inch Engine:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 4.34" X 3.38"
Engine Displacement: 400 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 60.27
Horsepower: 260 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 335 Ft. Lbs @ 3,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch, 220 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.3200" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 440 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.72
Horsepower: 220 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 350 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch, 280 H.P.:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve 8 Cylinder
Engine Bore & Stroke: 4.3200" X 3.75"
Engine Displacement: 440 Cu. In.
Compression Ratio: 8.20:1
Taxable Horsepower: 59.72
Horsepower: 280 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 380 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 45-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
Tune-Up Data:
6 Cylinder, 198 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 800 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N14Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 340 Cubic Inch Engine, with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 900 RPM
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 340 Cubic Inch Engine, with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 2-1/2 Degrees BTDC (California Late Production: TDC)
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 360 Cubic Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion N13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Distributor # 3656780: TDC
Distributor #3755336: 7-1/2 Degrees BTDC
Distributor #3755337: 5 Degrees BTDC
Distributor #3755365: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 700 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. Inch Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J11Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 900 RPM
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. Inch Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J11Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 7-1/2 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch Engine, Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J11Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 800 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch Engine, Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion J11Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Neutral
Air Fuel Ratio: 14.2:1
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: 1.65"
Valve Spring Pressure: 160 Lbs @ 1.25 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. Engines:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Hydraulic Lifters, No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Face: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 43 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.65"
Valve Spring Pressure: 193 Lbs @ 1.25 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 340 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Hydraulic, No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Face: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 43 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.65"
Valve Spring Pressure: 241 Lbs @ 1.21 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .371"-.372"
Exhaust: .370"-.371"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 360 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash, Hot:
Hydraulic, No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 45 Degrees
Face: Intake: 45 Degrees
Exhaust: 43 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.65"
Valve Spring Pressure: 195 Lbs @ 1.24 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 400, Cu. In. Engines, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Valve Lash:
Hydraulic, No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 200 Lbs @ 1.42 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 400, Cu. In. Engines, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Valve Lash:
Hydraulic, No adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 246 Lbs @ 1.36 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. In. Engine:
Valve Lash, Cold:
Hydralic: No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1.86"
Valve Spring Pressure: 200 Lbs @ 1.42 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .002"-.004"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .372"-.373"
Exhaust: .371"-.372"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 6 Cylinder, 198 & 225 Cubic Inch Engine:
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"-.002"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 318, 340, & 360 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0015"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: .9842"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.124"-2.125"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5005"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.006"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 383 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.6245"-2.6255"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder 426 Cu. In. (Hemi) Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0025"-.0035"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0311"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7490"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.003"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. In. Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0003"-.0013"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .013"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.0936"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.374"-2.375"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.7495"-2.7505"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.007"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
6 Cylinder Engine, 198 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 240 Inch Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 10 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: Press Fit
6 Cylinder Engine, 225 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 240 Inch Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 10 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: Press Fit
8 Cylinder Engine, 318 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs
Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 20 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 200 Inch Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 100 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 340 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs
Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 20 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 200 Inch Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 100 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 360 Cu. Inch:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs
Intake Manifold: 35 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 20 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 200 Inch Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 40 Inch Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 85 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 100 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 400 Cu. Inch Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 40 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft.. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch Engines:
Spark Plugs: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 40 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Valiant:
6 Cylinder Engines, 198 & 225 Cubic Inch Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 12 Quarts
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 6-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Pints
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Barracuda:
6 Cylinder Engines, 225 Cubic Inch:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 12 Quarts
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8 Pints
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Valiant:
8 Cylinder Engines, 318 Cubic Inch:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 15 Qaurts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Pints
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Barracuda:
8 Cylinder Engines, 318 Cubic Inch:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 15 Qaurts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Pints
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Valiant:
8 Cylinder Engines, 340 Cubic Inch:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 14 Quarts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
4 Speed: 7 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8 Pints
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Barracuda:
8 Cylinder Engines, 340 Cubic Inch:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 14 Quarts
With Heater: 15 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 16-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
4 Speed: 7-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8 Pints
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Plymouth, Full Sized:
Satellite, 6 Cylinder 225 Cu. Inch Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 12 Quarts
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 6-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Satellite, 8 Cylinder 318 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
4 Speed: 7-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Satellite, 8 Cylinder 340 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 14 Quarts
With Heater: 15 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
4 Speed: 7-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Satellite, 8 Cylinder 400 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
4 Speed: 7-1/2 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Satellite, 8 Cylinder 440 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 16 Quarts
With Heater: 17 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Fury, 8 Cylinder 318 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 19 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Fury, 8 Cylinder 360 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater: 15 Quarts
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 8 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Fury, 400 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater; 15 Quarts (With 4 Barrel Carburetor: 16 Quarts)
With Heater: 16 Quarts (With 4 Barrel Carburetor: 17 Quarts)
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts (With 4 Barrel Carburetor: 18 Quarts)
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 8 Quarts
With 2 Barrel Carburetor: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Fury, 8 Cylinder 440 Cu. Inch Engines:
Cooling System:
No Heater; 15 Quarts (With 4 Barrel Carburetor: 16 Quarts)
With Heater: 16 Quarts (With 4 Barrel Carburetor: 17 Quarts)
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts (With 4 Barrel Carburetor: 18 Quarts)
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 185 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 23 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #3755037
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 4.5 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9 to 11 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor #3755042
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 4.5 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 9 to 11 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum
Distributor #3755157
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 4.0 Degrees @ 650 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Full Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 10" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10.5 Degrees @ 15.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3755308
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 - 2.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10.5 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 15.5 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 10.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10.5 Degrees @ 15.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3755336
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 to 8.5 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor #3755337
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 2.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 to 8.5 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor #3755365
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 4.0 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to10 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor #3656857
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0 to 5 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 11" Vacuum
Distributor #3656763
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 4.5 Degrees @ 525 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6.5 to 8.5 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,900 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor #3656771
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 3.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8.5 to 11 Degrees @ 1,000 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3656780
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 3.5 Degrees @ 500 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 10 to 12.5 Degrees @ 800 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,750 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Distributor #3656791
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 3.5 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10.5 Degrees @ 850 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 1,950 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 10.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10.5 Degrees @ 15.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3656802
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 to 4 Degrees @ 650 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Full Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 2,500 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 10.5" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10.5 Degrees @ 15.5" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #2875560
Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 1,925-2,600 RPM
Lock Test: 400-450 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Part #3656575
Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 4,300 RPM
Lock Test: 475-550 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Alternerator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternerator: 39 Ampere, Standard with 6 Cylinder Engine:
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.1 Amperes
Current Output: 39 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.8-14.4 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 41 Ampere, Standard with 8 Cylinder Engine:
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.1 Amperes
Current Output: 41 Amperes, 15 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts; 13.8-14.4 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 50 Ampere, Heavy Duty & With Air Conditioning
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.1 Amperes
Current Output: 50 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts , 13.8-14.4 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 60 Ampere, Special Equipment
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.1 Amperes
Current Output: 60 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.8-14.4 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 65 Ampere, Black Tag
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes
Current Output: 65 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.8-14.4 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Rear Axle Specifications:
All Models Except Below:
Carrier Type: Removable
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-15 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Adjusted Threaders
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier, Except Below:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .004"-.007"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 8-12 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier and 9-/14" & 9-3/4" Axles:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Shims
Adjustment: .004"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New Bearings: 10-20 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-20 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Shims
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier and 8-/14" Axles:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsible Spacer
New Bearings: 20-35 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
Brake Specifications:
Valiant & Duster 6 (Early):
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Front Drum: 1-1/16"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Drum Brakes: 15/16"
Power Brakes: 15/16"
Valiant & Duster 6 (Late):
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Front Drum: 1-3/16"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Drum Brakes: 1-1/32"
Power Brakes: 1-1/32"
Valiant & Duster 8:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 2.599"
Front Drum: 1-1/16"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/32"
Drum Brakes: 1-1/32"
Power Brakes: 1-1/32"
Plymouth Barracuda:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 2.7500"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/32"
Drum Brakes: 1-1/32"
Power Brakes: 1-1/32"
Plymouth Satellite:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Heavy Duty: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 2.750"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/32"
Drum Brakes: 1-1/32"
Power Brakes: 1-1/32"
Plymouth Fury:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 2.750"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 1-1/32"
Drum Brakes: 1-1/32"
Power Brakes: 1-1/32"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Plymouth & Valiant, All Models:
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:
Valiant & Barracuda: 17.5 Degrees
Satellite: 18.5 Degrees
Fury: 18.8 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:
Valiant & Barracuda: 17.5 Degrees
Satellite: 18.5 Degrees
Fury: 18.8 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Carburetor Adjustments:
See Database for 1973 Chrysler Corporation Carburetors for Cars to obtain information for your specific application.
Popular Options:
All Models Included:
Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Disc Brakes; Air Conditioning; DeLuxe Dual Air Conditioning for Fury Wagons; Front & Rear Bumper Guards; Power Trunk Release; Power Door Locks; Power Seats; AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM Radio with Stereo Tape Cassette; Carpets for Base Models; Carpeted Cargo Compartment for Wagons; Electric Clock; Center Console; Rear Window Defogger; Engine Block Heater; Decorate Exhaust Tips; Luggage Rack for Wagons; Accessory Floor Mats; Left REmote Control Outside Mirror; Rear Fender Skirts; Vinyl Roof; Tachometer; Deep Dish Wheel Covers for Fury; Wire Wheel Covers; Electric Sun Roof for Duster; Chrome Styled Road Wheels for Satellite & Fury; Rallye Road Wheels for Valiant; Tilt Steering Wheel; Sun Roof; Various Trim Options; Engine & Transmission Options.
Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
A-5 Silver Frost
B-1 Blue Sky
B-3 Basin Street Blue
B-5 True Blue
B-9 Regal Blule
E-5 Rallye Red
F-1 Mist Green
F-3 Amber Sherwood
F-8 Forest Green
K-6 Autumn Bronze
L-4 Sahara Beige
Q-5 Coral Turquoise
T-6 Mojave Tan
T-8 Chestnut
T-9 Chestnut
W-1 Spinnaker White'
Y-1 Lemon Twist
Y-2 Sunfire Yellow
Y-3 Honey Gold
Y-6 Golden Haze
JY-9 Tahitian Gold
X-9 Formal Black
Promotional Models Produced:
Plastic: Roadrunner 2 Door Hardtop, Duster 340 2 Door Hardtop.
1973 Plymouth Historical Data
1973 Plymouth model year introduction date was on September 26, 1972.
Total 1973 Plymouth Production was 746,821.
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