1961 PONTIAC TEMPEST
Model Designations:
Pontiac Tempest, Series 21, 4 & 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Tempest, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2119
Base Price: $2,167; Shipping Weight: 2,800 Pounds
Total Production: 22,557
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2127
Base Price: $2,113; Shipping Weight: 2,785 Pounds
Total Production: 7,432
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body Style #2135
Base Price: $2,438; Shipping Weight: 2,980 Pounds
Total Production: 7,404
Pontiac Tempest (with Custom Trim Package), Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2119
Base Price: $2,351; Shipping Weight: 2,800 Pounds
Total Production: 40,082
2 Door LeMans Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2127
Base Price: $2,297; Shipping Weight: 2,795 Pounds
Total Production: 7,455
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body Style #2135
Base Price: $2,611; Shipping Weight: 2,980 Pounds
Total Production: 15,853
Total Tempest Production: 100,783
Total with 4 Cylinder Engines: 98,779
Total 4 Cylinder with Manual Transmission: 26,737
Total 4 Cylinder with Hydra-Matic Transmission: 72,042
Total with V-8 (Buick Built) Engine: 2,004
Total 8 Cylinder with Manual Transmission: 3
Total 8 Cylinder with Hydra-Matic Transmission: 2,001
Chassis:
Wheelbase: 112"
Tire Size: 6.00 X 15"
Rear Axle Ratios:
Standard Ratios:
Manual Transmission: 3.23:1
Hydra-Matic Transmission: 2.87:1
Optional Ratios: Ratio Information Not Available
General Engine Specifications:
4 Cylinder, 195 Cubic Inch, 110 H.P.:
Engine Type: In-Line 4 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 194.5 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.60 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 26.41
Horsepower: 110 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 190 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
4 Cylinder, 195 Cubic Inch, 130 H.P.:
Engine Type: In-Line 4 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 194.5 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.60 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 26.41
Horsepower: 130 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 195 Ft Lbs @ 2,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
4 Cylinder, 195 Cubic Inch, 120 H.P.:
Engine Type: In-Line 4 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 194.5 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 26.41
Horsepower: 120 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: 202 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
4 Cylinder, 195 Cubic Inch, 140 H.P.:
Engine Type: In-Line 4 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 194.5 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 26.41
Horsepower: 140 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 207 Ft Lbs @ 2,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 1 Barrel
4 Cylinder, 195 Cubic Inch, 155 H.P.:
Engine Type: In-Line 4 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 194.5 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 26.41
Horsepower: 155 @ 4,800 RPM
Torque: 215 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 215 Cubic Inch, 155 H.P.:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 3.50" X 2.80"
Engine Displacement: 215 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.80 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 39.20
Horsepower: 155 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 220 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
Tune Up Specifications:
4 Cylinder with Distributor #1110254:
Spark Plug Type: AC 45S
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016
Distributor Cam Angle: 74-76 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 690 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 590 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI
4 Cylinder with Distributor #1110261:
Spark Plug Type: AC 45S
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: .016
Distributor Cam Angle: 74-76 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 690 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 590 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 185 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI
8 Cylinder:
Spark Plug Type: AC 45FFS
Spark Plug: Gap .032"
Point Gap: .016
Distributor Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 5 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 590 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 490 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 150 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 4 to 5-1/4 PSI
Valve Specifications:
4 Cylinder, Standard Transmission Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles
Seat:
Intake 30 Degrees
Exhaust 45 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-17/32"
Valve Spring Pressure: 171 Lbs @ 1-1/5"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0021"-.0038"
Exhaust .0026"-.0043"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3407"-.3414"
Exhaust: .3402"-.3409"
4 Cylinder, Automatic Transmission Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles
Seat:
Intake 30 Degrees
Exhaust 45 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-33/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 102 Lbs @ 1-1/5"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0021"-.0038"
Exhaust .0026"-.0043"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3407"-.3414"
Exhaust: .3402"-.3409"
8 Cylinder Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles
Seat: 46 Degrees
Face: : 45 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1-41/64"
Valve Spring Pressure: 148 Lbs @ 1-17/64"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0005"-.003"
Exhaust .0015"-.0045"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: Tapers from: .3412" top to .3407"
Exhaust: Tapers from: .3407" top to .3397"
Pistons, Rings, Wrist Pin, Crankshaft, & Bearing Data:
4 Cylinder Engines:
Piston Clearance: .007"-.0013"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring:
Top Ring: .021"
Second Ring: .019"
Oil Ring: .025"
Wristpin Diameter: .9802"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2488"-2.2499"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 3.000"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.003"
Thrust on #4 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .0035"-.0085"
8 Cylinder Engines:
Piston Clearance: .0005"-.0011"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring: .010"
Oil Ring: .015"
Wristpin Diameter: .8748"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.199"-2.000"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0022"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.300"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0021"
Thrust on #3 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
4 Cylinder Engines:
Spark Plugs: 25 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 95 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 40 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: None
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 45 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts:
Rear: 120 Ft. Lbs.
Others: 95 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 95 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 160 Ft. Lbs.
8 Cylinder Engines:
Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts: 50-55 Ft. Lbs.
Intake Manifold: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Exhaust Manifold: 10-15 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Shaft Bracket: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.
Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 30-35 Ft. Lbs.
Main Bearing Cap Bolts:
Rear: 70 Ft. Lbs.
Others: 50-55 Ft. Lbs.
Flywheel to Crankshaft: 50-60 Ft. Lbs.
Vibration Damper or Pulley: 140-160 Ft. Lbs.
Capacities:
Cooling System:
Without Heater: 11.6 Quarts
With Heater: 12.6 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 13 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 14-17 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 170 Degrees
Fuel Tank: 15-1/2 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed: 3 Pints
Four Speed: 3-3/4 Pints
Hydra-Matic Transmission: 3 Quarts (Oil Pan Only)
Rear Axle: 3 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:
4 Cylinder Engines using Regular Fuel:
Distributor #1110254
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .016"
Cam Angle: 74-76 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 410 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Engines requiring Premium Fuel:
Distributor #1110261
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .016"
Cam Angle: 74-76 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 410 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
215 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:
Distributor #1110983
Rotation: Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: .016"
Cam Angle: 28-32 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 500 RPM
Full Advance: 13 Degrees @ 1,850 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 8 Degrees @ 15" Vacuum
Delco-Remy Generator & Regulator Specifications:
4 Cylinder Engines:
Generator #1102224
Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes
Generator Ground Field Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes
Regulator #11192643Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 12.6
Armature Air Gap: .020"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075"
Ground Polarity: Negative
Generator #1102266
Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes
Generator Ground Field Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes
Regulator #1119623
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 12.6
Armature Air Gap: .020"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075"
Ground Polarity: Negative
8 Cylinder Engines:
Generator #1102267
Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes
Generator Ground Field Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes
Regulator #1119263
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 12.6
Armature Air Gap: .020"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075"
Ground Polarity: Negative
Generator #1102237
Rated Capacity: 30 Amperes
Generator Ground Field Location: External
Brush Spring Tension: 28 Ounces
Field Current: 1.69-1.79 Amperes
Regulator #1119263
Cutout Relay:
Voltage to Close Points: 12.6
Armature Air Gap: .020"
Voltage Regulator Setting: 14.3 Volts
Current Regulator Setting: 30 Amperes
Current & Voltage Armature Air Gap: .075"
Ground Polarity: Negative
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications:
4 Cylinder Engines:
Part #1107796
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test: 49-76 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 6,200-9,400 RPM
Resistance Test: 270-320 Amperes, 4.3 Volts,.
8 Cylinder Engines:
Part #1108303
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 58-80 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 6,750-10,500 RPM
Lock Test: 280-320 Amperes, 4.0 Volts,.
Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Nuts
Adjustment: Slip fit plus .008" Tight
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Nuts
Adjustment: .004"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Nut
Adjustment: 10-16 Inch Lbs
Brake Drum Diameter: 9"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-1/16"
Rear: 15/16"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Caster: - 1-2/3 Degrees
Camber:
Left: 0 Degrees, 8 Minutes
Right: 0 Degrees, 8 Minutes
Toe In: 0 to 1/8"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 19 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Rochester Carburetor Specifications:
Model: BC
Part #7019061; 7010962
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 1-9/32"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Automatic Choke Setting: 2 Rich
Model: 2GC
Part #7019860; 7019863
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 21/32"
Float Drop: 1-29/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Model: 4GC
Part #7019066; 7019079
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level:
Primary: 1-5/16"
Secondary: 1-5/16"
Float Drop:
Primary: 1-1/4"
Secondary: 1-1/4"
Pump Rod Location: Inner
Idle Vent: 27/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Fast Idle Speed:
Automatic Transmission: 3,000 RPM
Standard Transmission: 2,500 RPM
Popular Options:
Cool Pack Air Conditioning; Heater & Defroster; Radio; Rear Seat Speaker; Electric Antenna; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Luggage Carrier for Wagons; Power Tailgate Window for Wagons; Deluxe Wheel Discs; Windshield Washer; Back Up Lights; Bumper Guards; Various Trim Options; Various Engine & Transmission Options, and much more.
1961 Pontiac Historical Data:
Introduction date for the 1961 Pontiac line was October 6, 1960.
Total 1961 Pontiac Production was 340,635, including 100,783 Tempests.
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1961 Pontiac Colors & Codes:
Code Color
61-A Regent Black
61-C Shelltone Ivory
61-D Richmond Gray
61-E Bristol Blue
61-F Richelieu Blue
61-H Tradewind Blue
61-J Jadestone Green
61-K Seacrest Green
61-L Coronado Red
61-M Bamboo Cream
61-N Cherrywood Bronze
61-P Rainier Turquoise
61-R Fernando Beige
61-S Dawnfire Mist
61-T Mayan Gold
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