1976 PLYMOUTH
General Specifications
Model Designations:
Plymouth Valiant, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Valiant Duster, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Valiant Scamp, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Volare, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Volare Custom, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Volare Premier, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury, 6 & 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury Sport, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Fury Suburban Station Wagon, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Gran Fury, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Gran Fury Custom, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Gran Fury Suburban Station Wagon, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Gran Fury Brougham, 8 Cylinder
Plymouth Gran Fury Sport Suburban, 8 Cylinder
Valiant, 6 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VL, Body #41
Base Price: $3,251; Shipping Weight: 3,050 Pounds
Total Production: *
Valiant, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series VL, Body #41
Base Price: $3,388; Shipping Weight: N/A
Total Production: 32,901*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant Duster, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series VL, Body #29
Base Price: $3,216; Shipping Weight; 2,975 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant Duster, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series VL, Body #29
Base Price: $3,216; Shipping Weight; N/A
Total Production: 26,688*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant Scamp, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series VH, Body #23
Base Price: $3,485; Shipping Weight; 3,020 Pounds
Total Production: *
2 Door Special Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series VL, Body #23
Base Price: $3,312; Shipping Weight; 3,020 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Valiant Scamp, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series VH, Body #23
Base Price: $3,622; Shipping Weight; N/A
Total Production: 5,147*
2 Door Special Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series VL, Body #23
Base Price: $3,449; Shipping Weight; N/A
Total Production: 3,308*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Volare, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series HL, Body #29
Base Price: $3,324; Shipping Weight; 3,160 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series HL, Body #41
Base Price: $3,359; Shipping Weight: 3,190 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series HL, Body #45
Base Price: $3,646; Shipping Weight: 3,560 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Volare, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series HL, Body #29
Base Price: $3,489; Shipping Weight; 3,285 Pounds
Total Production: 30,191*
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series HL, Body #41
Base Price: $3,524; Shipping Weight: 3,315 Pounds
Total Production: 19,186*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series HL, Body #45
Base Price: $3,759; Shipping Weight: 3,650 Pounds
Total Production: 40,497*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Volare Custom, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series HH, Body #29
Base Price: $3,506; Shipping Weight; 3,170 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series HH, Body #41
Base Price: $3,541; Shipping Weight: 3,200 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Volare Custom, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series HH, Body #29
Base Price: $3,671 Shipping Weight; 3,295 Pounds
Total Production: 27,656*
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series HH, Body #41
Base Price: $3,706; Shipping Weight: 3,325 Pounds
Total Production: 32,765*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Volare Premier, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series HP, Body #29
Base Price: $4,402; Shipping Weight; 3,375 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series HP, Body #41
Base Price: $4,389; Shipping Weight: 3,410 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series HH, Body #45
Base Price: $3,976; Shipping Weight: 3,565 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Volare Premier, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Sport Coupe, 5 Passenger, Series HP, Body #29
Base Price: $4,515; Shipping Weight; 3,490 Pounds
Total Production: 27,442*
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series HP, Body #41
Base Price: $4,502; Shipping Weight: 3,530 Pounds
Total Production: 33,080*
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series HH, Body #45
Base Price: $4,210; Shipping Weight: 3,695 Pounds
Total Production: 44,191*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Fury, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series RL, Body #23
Base Price: $3,629; Shipping Weight: 3,590 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series RL, Body #41
Base Price: $3,663; Shipping Weight: 3,625 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Fury, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series RL, Body #23
Base Price: $3,867; Shipping Weight: 3,830 Pounds
Total Production: 11,341*
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series RL, Body #41
Base Price: $3,901; Shipping Weight: 3,860 Pounds
Total Production: 18,006*
4 Door 2 Seat Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series RL, Body #45
Base Price: $4,588; Shipping Weight: 4,285 Pounds
Total Production: 3,765
4 Door 3 Seat Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series RL, Body #46
Base Price: $4,730; Shipping Weight: 4,350 Pounds
Total Production: 3,810
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Fury Sport, 6 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series RH, Body #23
Base Price: $3,918; Shipping Weight: 3,595 Pounds
Total Production: *
4 Door Salon Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series RH, Body #41
Base Price: $3,952; Shipping Weight: 3,645 Pounds
Total Production: *
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Fury Sport, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series RH, Body #23
Base Price: $4,156; Shipping Weight: 3,835 Pounds
Total Production: 23,312*
4 Door Salon Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series RH, Body #41
Base Price: $4,109; Shipping Weight: 3,875 Pounds
Total Production: 16,768*
* 6 & 8 Cylinder Production is Combined.
Fury Suburban Station Wagons, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door 2 Seat Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series RH, Body #45
Base Price: $4,977; Shipping Weight: 4,285 Pounds
Total Production: 1,567
4 Door 3 Seat Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series RH, Body #46
Base Price: $5,119; Shipping Weight: 4,260 Pounds
Total Production: 3,143
Gran Fury, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series PM, Body #41
Base Price: $4,349; Shipping Weight: 4,140 Pounds:
Production Total: 5,560
4 Door 2 Seat Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series PM, Body #45
Base Price: $4,909; Shipping Weight: 4,880 Pounds:
Production Total: 1,046
Gran Fury Custom, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Series PH, Body #23
Base Price: $4,730; Shipping Weight: 4,265 Pounds:
Production Total: 1,513
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series PH, Body #41
Base Price: $4,715; Shipping Weight: 4,305 Pounds:
Production Total: 12,088
Gran Fury Suburban, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door 2 Seat Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Series PH, Body #45
Base Price: $5,193; Shipping Weight: 4,895 Pounds
Production Total: 1,018
4 Door 3 Seat Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series PH, Body #46
Base Price: $5,316; Shipping Weight: 4,940 Pounds
Production Total: 1,700
Gran Fury Brougham, 8 Cylinder:
2 Door Coupe, 6 Passenger, Series PP, Body #29
Base Price: $5,334; Shipping Weight: 4,400 Pounds:
Production Total: 1,823
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Series PP, Body #41
Base Price: $5,162; Shipping Weight: 4,435 Pounds:
Production Total: 1,869
Plymouth Gran Fury Sport Suburban Station Wagon, 8 Cylinder:
4 Door 3 Seat Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Series PP, Body #46
Base Price: $5,761; Shipping Weight: 4,975 Pounds
Production Total: 1,794
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
Valiant: 111"
Duster: 108"
Scamp: 111"
Volare: 112.5"
Plymouth Fury 2 Door: 115"
Plymouth Fury 4 Door & Wagons: 117.5"
Plymouth Gran Fury Passenger Cars: 121.5"
Plymouth Gran Fury Station Wagons: 124"
Tire Sizes:
Valiant 6: 6.95 X 14"
Valiant 8 (318): D78 X 14"
Valiant 8 (360): F70 X 14"
Volare: D78 X 14" or F78 X 14"
Fury Passenger Cars: F78 X 14" or G78 X 14"
Fury Station Wagons: H78 X 14"
Gran Fury: GR78 X 15"
Gran Fury Brougham: HR78 X 15"
Gran Fury Suburban Station Wagons: LR78 X 15"
Engine Availability By Series:
100 HP 6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Standard on Valiant, Volare, & Fury, except wagons.
150 HP 8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Standard on Volare 8, Fury (except wagons), & Gran Fury Sedans. Optional on Valiant
170 HP 8 Cylinder, 360 Cubic Inch Standard on Fury Wagon, Gran Fury Custom: Optional on Valiant, Volare, Fury, & Gran Fury (except Cusstom & Brougham).
220 HP 8 Cylinder, 360 Cubic Inch Optional on Valiant
175 HP 8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Standard on Gran Fury Wagon & Brougham. Optional on Fury.
200 HP 8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Optional on Gran Fury.
240 HP 8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Optional on Gran Fury
205 HP 8 Cylinder, 440 Cubic Inch Optional on Gran Fury.
1976 PLYMOUTH
General Engine Specifications:
6 Cylinder, 90 HP., 225 Cu. Inch Engine, California:
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: 90 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 165 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
6 Cylinder, 100 HP., 225 Cu. Inch Engine, Except California:
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: 100 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 170 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 140 HP., 318 Cubic Inch Engine, California:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.83
Horsepower: 140 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 250 Ft. Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 150 HP., 318 Cubic Inch Engine, Except California:
Engine Type: Overhead Valve V-Type 8 Cylinder
Bore & Stroke: 3.91" X 3.31"
Engine Displacement: 318 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.50:1
Taxable Horsepower: 48.83
Horsepower: 150 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 255 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 170 HP., 360 Cubic Inch Engine, Except California:
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: 280 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 175 HP., 360 Cubic Inch Engine, California:
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: 175 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 270 Ft. Lbs @ 1,600 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 200 HP., 360 Cubic Inch Engine with Dual Exhaust, Except California:
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: 200 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 280 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 40-65 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 170 HP., 400 Cubic Inch Engine, Except California:
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 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 300 Ft. Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 185 HP., 400 Cubic Inch Engine, California:
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: 285 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-80 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 210 HP., 400 Cubic Inch Engine, Except California:
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: 210 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 305 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 240 HP., 400 Cubic Inch Engine with Dual Exhaust, Except California:
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: 240 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 325 Ft. Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch, 200 H.P., California:
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: 200 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 310 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch, 205 H.P., Except California:
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: 205 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 320 Ft. Lbs. @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch, 250 H.P., With Dual Exhaust, California:
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: 250 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 350 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
8 Cylinder Engine, 440 Cu. Inch, 255 H.P., With Dual Exhaust, ExceptCalifornia:
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: 255 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 355 Ft. Lbs. @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 50-75 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel Carburetor
Tune-Up Data:
6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Engine with Standard Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RBL13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing:
Except California: 6 Degrees BTDC
California: 4 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission:
Except California: 750 RPM
California: 800 RPM
6 Cylinder, 225 Cubic Inch Engine with Automatic Transmission:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RBL13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM
8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine, With Catalytic Converter:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RN12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Except California: 2 Degrees BTDC
California: TDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 750 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
8 Cylinder, 318 Cubic Inch Engine with Air Pump:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RN12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees ATDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 900 RPM in Neutral
8 Cylinder, 360 Cubic Inch Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RN12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 700 RPM in Neutral
8 Cylinder, 360 Cubic Inch Engine, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RN12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
8 Cylinder, 360 Cubic Inch High Performance Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RN12Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 2 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 850 RPM in Neutral
8 Cylinder, 400 Cubic Inch Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RJ13Y
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
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. Inch Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor, Except California:
Spark Plug Type:
Except High Performance Engine: Champion RJ13Y
High Performance Engine: RJ87P
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 780 RPM in Neutral
8 Cylinder, 400 Cu. Inch Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor, California:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RJ13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch Engine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RJ13Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
8 Cylinder, 440 Cu. Inch High PerformanceEngine:
Spark Plug Type: Champion RJ11Y
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing:
Except California: 10 Degrees BTDC
California: 8 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 750 RPM in Neutral
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: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 144 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. 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: 1-11/16"
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, 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: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 208 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, 360 Cu. In. High Performance 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: 1-11/16"
Valve Spring Pressure: 208 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, 400 & 440 Cu. In. Engines:
Valve Lash:
Hydraulic, No Adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 200 Lbs @ 1-7/16 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0011"-.0028"
Exhaust
Hot End: .0021"-.0038"
Cold End; .0011"-.0028"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3723"-.373"
Exhaust:
Hot End: .3713"-.372"
Cold End: .3723"-.373"
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder, 400 & 440 Cu. In. High Performance Engines:
Valve Lash:
Hydraulic, No adjustment
Valve Angles:
Seat: 45 Degrees
Face: 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Height: 1-55/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 246 Lbs @ 1-23/64 inches
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0016"-.0033"
Exhaust
Hot End: .0026"-.0043"
Cold End: .0016"-.0033"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3718"-.3725"
Exhaust:
Hot End: .3708"-.3715"
Cold End: .3718"-.3725"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings:
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 6 Cylinder, 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"-.0025"
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 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"-.0025"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.4995"-2.5005"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.010"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 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"-.0025"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.8095"-2.8105"
Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.002"
Thrust on Bearing #3
Shaft End Play: .002"-.010"
Pistons, Pins, Rings, Crankshaft & Bearings, 8 Cylinder, 400 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"-2.376"
Bearing Clearance:
With 2 Barrel Carburetor: .0005"-.0020"
With 4 BarrelCarburetor: .001"-.0025"
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, 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"-2.376"
Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0025"
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, 225 Cu. In. Engine:
Spark Plugs: 10 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 240 Inch Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 120 Inch. 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: 40 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: 40 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: 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: 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: 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: 55 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 135 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Valiant & Volare:
6 Cylinder Engines, 225 Cubic Inch Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Valiant: 16 Gallons
Volare: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed:
Column Shift: 3.6 Pints
Floor Shift: 4-3/4 Pints
4 Speed: 7 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Pints
Rear Axle: 2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder Engines, 318 Cubic Inch:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Valiant: 16 Gallons
Volare: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
4 Speed: 7 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Pints
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
8 Cylinder Engines, 360 Cubic Inch:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Valiant: 16 Gallons
Volare: 18 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
4 Speed: 7 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Pints
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Plymouth, Intermediate & Full Sized:
Fury, 6 Cylinder 225 Cu. Inch Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 13 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 14-1/2 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 25-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Fury, 8 Cylinder 318 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16-1/2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 18 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 25-1/2 Gallons
Passenger Cars with Dual Exhaust: 20-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
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:
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 25-1/2 Gallons
Passenger Cars with Dual Exhaust: 20-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Fury, 8 Cylinder 400 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16-1/2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16-1/2 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 25-1/2 Gallons
Passenger Cars with Dual Exhaust: 20-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
High Performance Engine: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Fury, 8 Cylinder 440 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 25-1/2 Gallons
Passenger Cars with Dual Exhaust: 20-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 20 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
3 Speed: 4-3/4 Pints
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
High Performance Engine: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Gran Fury, 8 Cylinder 318 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 17-1/2 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 17-1/2 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 19-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
High Performance Engine: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Gran Fury, 8 Cylinder 360 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 26-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 24 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
High Performance Engine: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Gran Fury, 400 Cu. In. Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16-1/2 Quarts (Heavy Duty System: 17-1/2 Quarts)
With Air Conditioning: 16-1/2 Quarts (Heavy Duty System: 17-1/2 Quarts)
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 26-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 24 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
High Performance Engine: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Gran Fury, 8 Cylinder 440 Cu. Inch Engines:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 16 Quarts (Heavy Duty System: 17 Quarts)
With Air Conditioning: 16 Quarts (Heavy Duty System: 17 Quarts)
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 16 PSI
Thermostat Opening; 195 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 26-1/2 Gallons
Station Wagons: 24 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Automatic Transmission: 9-1/2 Quarts
High Performance Engine: 8-1/2 Quarts
Rear Axle: 4-1/2 Pints
*With New Oil Filter
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications:
Distributor Specifications:
Distributor #3874082
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 4.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8 to 10.5 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 11.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3874090
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1.5 to 5.5 Degrees @ 550 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 5.5 to 8 Degrees @ 700 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3874097
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 4.5 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 8.5 to 11 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,150 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3874101
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 0.5 - 3 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8.5 Degrees @ 950 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #3874110
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 3.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8.5 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #3874115
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 3.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 6 to 8.5 Degrees @ 900 RPM
Full Advance: 12 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12 Degrees @ 12.5" Vacuum
Distributor #3874183
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 to 3.5 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 3.5 to 6 Degrees @ 750 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 8" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 11 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #3874298
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: .5 to 3.5 Degrees @ 700 RPM
Intermediate Advance: 7 to 10 Degrees @ 1,100 RPM
Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,100 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 12.5 Degrees @ 15.5" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications:
Part #3755250
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 5,700 RPM
Lock Test: 475-550 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Part #3755900
Rotation: Clockwise
Brush Spring Tension: 32-36 Ounces
No Load Test: 90 Amperes, 11.0 Volts @ 3,700 RPM
Lock Test: 475-550 Amperes, 4.0 Volts
Alternerator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternerator: 40 Ampere, Red Tag
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes
Current Output: 40 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 47 Ampere, Green Tag
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes
Current Output: 47 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 57 Ampere, Blue Tag
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes
Current Output: 57 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 57 Ampere, Natural Tag
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes
Current Output: 57 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 62 Ampere, Black Tag
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 2.5-3.7 Amperes
Current Output: 62 Amperes, 15.0 Volts @ 1,250 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 15 Volts, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 1,250 RPM
Alternerator: 84 Ampere, Black Tag
Rotation: Clockwise
Field Coil Draw: 4.75-6 Amperes
Current Output: 84 Amperes, 13.0 Volts @ 900 Engine RPM
Operating Voltage: 13 Volts, 13.9-14.6 Volts @ 120 Degrees, @ 900 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, 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, 9-1/4" Axles:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsable Spacer
New Bearings: 20-35 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 10-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjuster
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier and 8-1/4" 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.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier and 8-3/4" Axles:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
Adjustment: .006"-.008"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsible Spacer
New Bearings: 20-30 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
All Models with Integral Type Carrier and 7-1/4" Axles:
Carrier Type: Integral
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
Adjustment: .004"-.006"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Collapsible Spacer
New Bearings: 15-25 Inch Lbs.
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Threaded Adjusters
New & Used Bearings: Preload is correct when ring gear & pinion backlash is properly adjusted.
Brake Specifications:
Volare:
Brake Drum Diameter:
Passenger Cars: 10"
Station Wagons: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Front Drum: 2-3/4"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 1"
Power Brakes: 1.03"
Valiant 6:
Brake Drum Diameter:
Front: 10"
Rear: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Front Drum: 1-1/8"
Rear: 13/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Drum Brakes: 1.03"
Power Brakes: 1.03"
Valiant 8:
Brake Drum Diameter: 10"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 2-3/4"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 1.03"
Power Brakes: .938"
Plymouth Fury:
Brake Drum Diameter:
Passenger Cars: 10"
Station Wagons: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 2.75"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 1.03"
Power Brakes: 1.03"
Plymouth Gran Fury:
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 3.10"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore Diameter:
Disc Brakes: 1.03"
Power Brakes: 1.03"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Plymouth, Volare & Valiant, All Models:
Manual Steering:
Caster: -1/2 Degree
Camber:
Left Side: + 1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8-3/16 inches
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel:
Valiant: 18.5 Degrees
Volare: 16.1 Degrees
Fury: 18.5 Degrees
Gran Fury: 18.3 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Power Steering:
Caster: +3/4 Degree
Camber:
Left Side: + 1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8-3/16 inches
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel:
Valiant: 18.5 Degrees
Volare: 16.1 Degrees
Fury: 18.5 Degrees
Gran Fury: 18.3 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Plymouth Volare:
Caster: + 2-1/2 Degree
Camber:
Left Side: + 1/2 Degree
Right Side: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 1/8-3/16 inches
Toe Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18.0 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Carburetor Adjustments:
See Database for 1976 Chrysler Corporation Carburetors for Cars to obtain information for your specific application.
Popular Options:
Valiant, Scamp & Duster:
AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; Rear Speaker; Air Conditioning; Power Brakes; Bucket Seats; Electric Rear Window Defroster; Blower Type Rear Window Defogger; Carpeting; Full Vinyl Roof; Tinted Glass; Power Steering; Manual Sun Roof; Bumper Guards; Dual Chrome Sport Mirrors; Dual Horns; Remote Drivers Mirror; Interior & Exterior Trim Options; Engine, Transmission, & Axle Options; & much more.
Volare:
AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; Rear Speaker; Air Conditioning; Power Brakes; Automatic Speed Control; Electric Rear Window Defroster; Blower Type Rear Window Defogger; Carpeting; Full Vinyl Roof; Tinted Glass; Power Steering; Manual Sun Roof; Bumper Guards; Dual Chrome Sport Mirrors; Day-Night Inside Mirror; Power Windows; Power Seat; Landau Roof; Luxury Steering Wheel; Dual Horns; Remote Drivers Mirror; Deluxe Wheel Covers; Premium Wheel Covers; Rallye Wheels; Styled Wheels; Interior & Exterior Trim Options; Engine, Transmission, & Axle Options; & much more.
Fury Group:
AM Radio with 8 Track Tape Player; AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; AM-FM Radio with 8 Track Tape Player; Power Windows; Power Door Locks; Automatic Speed Control; Dual Remote Sport Mirrors; Electric Clock; Locking Gas Cap; Bumper Guards; Electric Rear Window Defroster; Power Disk Brakes; Power Steering; Air Conditioning; Sun Roof; Station Window Luggage Rack; Power Seats; Interior & Exterior Trim Options; Engine, Transmission, & Axle Options, & much more.
Gran Fury Group:
AM Radio with 8 Track Tape Player; AM-FM Stereo Radio; AM-FM Radiop AM-FM Stereo Radio with 8 Track Tape Deck; Air Conditioning; Automatic Temperature Control Air Conditioning; Reclining Seat; Sure-Grip Axle; Electric Rear Window Defroster; Security Alarm System; Sun Roof; Station Wagon Luggage Rack; Automatic Level Control; Vinyl Top; Power Door Locks; Power Windows; Power Seat; Deluxe Wipers & Windshield Washer; Luxury Steering Wheel; Temperature & Oil Pressure Gauges; Electric Clock; Digital Clock; Remote Left Mirror; Dual Remote Mirrors; Day-Night Mirror; Bumper Guards; Deluxe Wheel Covers; Premier Wheel Covers; Interior & Exterior Trim Options; Engine, Transmission & Axle Options; & much more.
Paint Colors & Codes:
Code Color
A-2 Silver Cloud
B-1 Powder Blue
B-2 Astral Blue
B-5 Jamacian Blue
B-8 Starlight Blue
E-5 Rallye Red
E-9 Vintage Red
F-2 Jade Green
G-8 Deep Sherwood
J-2 Platinum
J-5 Tropic Green
K-3 Bittersweet
L-5 Moondust
R-6 Claret Red
T-4 Cinnamon
T-9 Dark Chestnut
U-2 Saddle Tan
U-3 Carmel Tan
V-1 Spitfire Orange
W-1 Spinnaker White
Y-3 Harvest Gold
Y-4 Golden Fawn
Y-5 Yellow Blaze
Y-6 Inca Gold
Y-7 Taxi Yellow
Y-9 Spanish Gold
X-9 Formal Black
Promotional Models Produced:
None
1976 Plymouth Historical Data
1976 Plymouth model year introduction date was on October 16, 1975.
Total 1976 Plymouth Production was 459,512.
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