1963 PONTIAC
Full-Sized Cars
Model Designations:
Pontiac Catalina, Series 23, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Star Chief, Series 26, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Bonneville, Series 28, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Grand Prix, Series 29, 8 Cylinder
Pontiac Catalina, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2311
Base Price: $2,725; Shipping Weight: 3,685 Pounds
Total Production: 14,091
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2369
Base Price: $2,795; Shipping Weight: 3,755 Pounds
Total Production: 79,961
2 Door Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2347
Base Price: $2,859; Shipping Weight: 3,725 Pounds
Total Production: 60,795
4 Door Vista Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2339
Base Price: $2,935; Shipping Weight: 3,815 Pounds
Total Production: 31,256
2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2367
Base Price: $3,300; Shipping Weight: 3,835 Pounds
Total Production: 16,877
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body Style #2335
Base Price: $3,171; Shipping Weight: 4,175 Pounds
Total Production: 18,446
4 Door Station Wagon, 9 Passenger, Body Style #2345
Base Price: $3,193; Shipping Weight: 4,230 Pounds
Total Production: 11,751
Total Catalina Production: 234,549
Total with Manual Transmission: 16,811
Total with Hydra-Matic Transmission: 217,738
Pontiac Star Chief, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2669
Base Price: $3,096; Shipping Weight: 3,885 Pounds
Total Production: 28,309
4 Door Vista Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2639
Base Price: $3,229; Shipping Weight: 3,915 Pounds
Total Production: 12,448
Total Star Chief Production: 40,757
Total with Manual Transmission: 175
Total with Hydra-Matic Transmission: 40,582
Pontiac Bonneville, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
4 Door Vista Hardtop, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2839
Base Price: $3,423; Shipping Weight: 3,985 Pounds
Total Production: 49,929
2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 6 Passenger, Body Style # 2847
Base Price: $3,348; Shipping Weight: 3,895 Pounds
Total Production: 30,995
2 Door Convertible, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2867
Base Price: $3,568; Shipping Weight: 3,970 Pounds
Total Production: 23,459
4 Door Safari Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body Style #2835
Base Price: $3,623; Shipping Weight: 4,245 Pounds
Total Production: 5,156:
Total Bonneville Production: 110,316
Total with Manual Transmission: 1,819
Total with Hydra-Matic Transmission: 108,497
Pontiac Grand Prix, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:
2 Door Hardtop, 5 Passenger, Body Style #2957
Base Price: $3,489; Shipping Weight: 3,915 Pounds
Total Production: 72,959
Total Grand Prix Production: 72,959
Total with Manual Transmission: 5,157
Total with Hydra-Matic Transmission: 67,802
Chassis:
Wheelbase:
All Wagons: 119"
Catalina Passenger Cars & Grand Prix: 120"
Star Chief & Bonneville Passenger Cars: 123"
Tire Size: 8.00 X 14"
Rear Axle Ratios:: Ratio Information Not Available
General Engine Specifications:
8 Cylinder, 389 Cubic Inch, 215 H.P. with Standard Transmission:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 389 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.60 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.81
Horsepower: 215 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 390 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 389 Cubic Inch, 230 H.P. with Automatic Transmission:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 389 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.60 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.81
Horsepower: 230 @ 4,000 RPM
Torque: 380 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 389 Cubic Inch, 235 H.P. with Standard Transmission:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 389 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 8.60 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.81
Horsepower: 235 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: 402 Ft Lbs @ 2,000 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 389 Cubic Inch, 267 H.P. with Automatic Transmission:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 389 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.81
Horsepower: 267 @ 4,200 RPM
Torque: 405 Ft Lbs @ 2,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 389 Cubic Inch, 283 H.P. with Automatic Transmission:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 389 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.81
Horsepower: 283 @ 4,400 RPM
Torque: 413 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 2 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 389 Cubic Inch, 303 H.P. with Automatic Transmission:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 389 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.25 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.81
Horsepower: 303 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 425 Ft Lbs @ 2,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 389 Cubic Inch, 313 H.P.:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.0625" X 3.750"
Engine Displacement: 389 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.75 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 52.81
Horsepower: 313 @ 4,600 RPM
Torque: 430 Ft Lbs @ 3,200 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: Three 2 Barrel Carburetors
8 Cylinder, 421 Cubic Inch, 353 H.P.:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.09375" X 4.000"
Engine Displacement: 421 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.75 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.63
Horsepower: 353 @ 5,000 RPM
Torque: 455 Ft Lbs @ 3,400 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: 4 Barrel
8 Cylinder, 421 Cubic Inch, 370 H.P.:
Engine Type: V-Type 8 Cylinder, Overhead Valve
Bore & Stroke: 4.09375" X 4.000"
Engine Displacement: 421 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 10.75 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 53.63
Horsepower: 370 @ 5,200 RPM
Torque: 460 Ft Lbs @ 3,800 RPM
Normal Oil Pressure: 30-40 PSI
Carburetor: Three 2 Barrel Carburetors
Tune Up Specifications:
389 & 421 Cubic Inch Engine with 1 Carburetor:
Spark Plug Type: AC 45S
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine begins to misfire, then turn screw out 1/2 turn.
Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 490 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 490 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI
389 Cubic Inch Engine with 3 Carburetors:
Spark Plug Type: AC 44S
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine begins to misfire, then turn screw out 1/2 turn.
Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 590 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 590 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI
421 Cubic Inch Engine with 3 Carburetors:
Spark Plug Type: AC 44S
Spark Plug: Gap .035"
Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine begins to misfire, then turn screw out 1/2 turn.
Distributor Cam Angle: 30 Degrees
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC
Engine Idle Speed:
Standard Transmission: 650 RPM
Automatic Transmission: 650 RPM in Drive, with A/C "On"
Compression Pressure @ Cranking Speed: 145 PSI
Fuel Pump Pressure: 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 PSI
Valve Specifications:
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: 1.53"
Valve Spring Pressure: 171 Lbs @ 1.20"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0021"-.0038"
Exhaust .0026"-.0043"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3407"-.3414"
Exhaust: .3402"-.3409"
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: 1.53"
Valve Spring Pressure: 107 Lbs @ 1.16"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0021"-.0038"
Exhaust .0026"-.0043"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3407"-.3414"
Exhaust: .3402"-.3409"
3 Carburetor Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles
Seat:
Intake 30 Degrees
Exhaust 45 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.52"
Valve Spring Pressure: 114 Lbs @ 1.12"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0021"-.0038"
Exhaust .0026"-.0043"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3407"-.3414"
Exhaust: .3402"-.3409"
421 Cubic Inch Heavy Duty Engines:
Valve Lash: Hydralic
Valve Angles
Seat:
Intake 30 Degrees
Exhaust 45 Degrees
Face:
Intake: 29 Degrees
Exhaust: 44 Degrees
Valve Spring Installed Height: 1.52"
Valve Spring Pressure: 131 Lbs @ 1.12"
Valve Stem Clearance:
Intake .0021"-.0038"
Exhaust .0026"-.0043"
Valve Stem Diameter:
Intake: .3407"-.3414"
Exhaust: .3402"-.3409"
Pistons, Rings, Wrist Pin, Crankshaft, & Bearing Data:
Piston Clearance: .007"-.0013"
Ring End Gap:
Compression Ring:
Top Ring: .021"
Second Ring: .019"
Oil Ring: .035"
Wristpin Diameter: .9802"
Rod Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.2488"-2.2498"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Main Bearings:
Shaft Diameter: 2.998"-2.999"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0002"-.0017"
Thrust on #4 Bearing
Crankshaft End Play: .0035"-.0085"
Engine Tightening Specifications:
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: 15 Ft. Lbs.
Rocker Arm Cover: 5 Ft. Lbs.
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.
Capacities:
Cooling System:
With Heater: 19.5 Quarts
With Air Conditioning: 19.5 Quarts
Radiator Pressure Cap:
With Air Conditioning: 14-17 PSI
Without Air Conditioning: 14-17 PSI
Thermostat Opening: 180 Degrees
Fuel Tank:
Passenger Cars: 25 Gallons
Station Wagons: 19 Gallons
Engine Oil Refill:
389 Cubic Inch Engines: 5 Quarts*
421 Cubic Inch Engines: 7 Quarts
Manual Transmission:
Three Speed:
Standard Unit: 2 Pints
Heavy Duty Unit: 3 Pints
Four Speed: 2-1/2 Pints
Hydra-Matic Transmission:
Roto: 6 Quarts
Super: 9 Quarts
Rear Axle: 5-3/4 Pints
* With New Oil Filter
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications:
Engines using Regular Fuel:
Distributor #1110971
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine begins to misfire, then turn screw out 1/2 turn.
Cam Angle: 30 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 450 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Distributor #1110997
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine begins to misfire, then turn screw out 1/2 turn.
Cam Angle: 30 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 350 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 7"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 14" Vacuum
Engines requiring Premium Fuel:
Distributor #1110970
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine begins to misfire, then turn screw out 1/2 turn.
Cam Angle: 30 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 400 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 1,450 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 11"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 18" Vacuum
Distributor #1110996
Rotation: Counter-Clockwise
Breaker Point Gap: Turn adjusting screw in until engine begins to misfire, then turn screw out 1/2 turn.
Cam Angle: 30 Degrees
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 325 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 1,425 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 9"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Delco-Remy Alternator & Regulator Specifications:
Alternator #1100634
Rated Capacity: 42 Amperes
Field Current @ 12 Volts: 1.9-2.3 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
@ 2,000 RPM: 28 Amperes
@ 5,000 RPM: 40 Amperes
Regulator #1119511
Air Gap: .057"
Point Gap: .015"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4
Alternator #1100621
Rated Capacity: 55 Amperes
Field Current @ 12 Volts: 1.9-2.3 Amperes
Output @ 14 Volts:
@ 2,000 RPM: 32 Amperes
@ 5,000 RPM: 50 Amperes
Regulator #1119511
Air Gap: .057"
Point Gap: .015"
Voltage @ 125 Degrees: 13.5-14.4
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications:
Manual Transmission:
Part #1107791
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
Free Speed Test: 65-100 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 3,600-5,100 RPM
Resistance Test: 300-360 Amperes, 3.5 Volts,.
Automatic Transmission:
Part #1107781
Brush Spring Tension: 35 Ounces (Minimum)
No Load Test: 70-105 Amperes, 10.6 Volts, @ 3,800-6,200 RPM
Lock Test: 480-540 Amperes, 3.0 Volts,.
Rear Axle & Brake Specifications:
Carrier Type: Removable
Differential Bearing Preload:
Method: Nuts
Adjustment: 2 to 3 notches tight
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash:
Method: Nuts
Adjustment: .005"-.009"
Pinion Bearing Preload:
Method: Tighten pinion shaft nut with an inch pound torque wrench
Adjustment:
New Bearings: 24-32 Inch Lbs.
Used Bearings: 12-15 Inch Lbs
Brake Drum Diameter: 11"
Wheel Cylinder Bore:
Front: 1-3/16"
Rear: 1"
Master Cylinder Bore: 1"
Wheel Alignment Specifications:
Caster: - 1-1/2 Degrees
Camber:
Left: + 1/4 Degrees
Right: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 0 to 1/8"
Toe-Out on Turns:
Outer Wheel: 18 Degrees
Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees
Carter Carburetor Specifications:
Carburetor Model: All AFB Carburetors
Idle Screw Setting: 1/4 to 2-1/4 Turns
Fast Idle Speed: 2,200 RPM
Throttle Return Dashpot: 15/16"
Float Level:
Primary Float: 21/64"
Secondary Float: 21/64"
Float Drop:
Primary Float: 23/32"
Secondary Float: 23/32"
Pump Travel Setting: 31/64"
Choke Unloader Setting: 5/32"
Choke Setting: 1 Rich
Rochester Carburetor Specifications:
Model: 2GC
Part #7023060; 7023061
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 5/8"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Vent: 1-9/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Model: 2GC
Part #7023063; 7023064; 7023066
Idle Mixture Screws: 1-1/2 Turns
Float Level: 11/16"
Float Drop: 1-3/4"
Idle Vent: 1-3/32"
Automatic Choke Setting: Index
Popular Options:
Air Conditioning; Heater & Defroster; Super DeLuxe Radio; Wonder Bar Radio; Sportable RAdio; Rear Seat Speaker; Electric Antenna; Guide-Matic Headlamp Control; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Windows; Six Way Power Seat; Safeguard Speedometer; Magic-Cruise; Aluminum Hubs & Drums; Bucket Seats; Heavy-Duty Springs; Tinted Glass; Padded Dash; Console with Tachometer; Instrument Gauge Cluster; Remote Control Mirror; Power-Tilt Left Bucket Seat; Tachometer; Sport Wheel Covers;Two Speed Wipers; Split Back Station Wagon Seat; Luggage Carrier for Wagons; Power Tailgate Window for Wagons; Various Engine & Transmission Options, and much more.
1963 Pontiac Historical Data:
Introduction date for the 1963 Pontiac line was October 4, 1962.
Total 1963 Pontiac Production was 590,071, including Tempests.
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1963 Pontiac Colors & Codes:
Code Color
A Starlight Black
C Cameo Ivory
D Silvermist Gray'
F Yorktown Blue
H Kimberley Blue
J Silverleaf Green
K Cordovan
L Marimba Red
P Aquamarine
Q Marlin Aqua
R Yuma Beige
S Saddle Bronze
T Caravan Gold
V Grenadier Red
W Nocturne Blue
Promotional Model Cars Available:
Plastic: Bonneville 2 Door Hardtop, Bonneville Convertible, Tempest LeMans 2 Door Sedan & Tempest LeMans Convertible.
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