VH valiant specs.
apply loosly to all from 1971 onwards
Valiant VH
Years of Manufacture: 1971 - 1973
Number Built: 67,800
Price at Introduction:
215 Ranger Sedan: $2895
245 Ranger Sedan: $2985
265 2 barrel Pacer: $3235
Charger RT E38: $3975
Regal 770: $3885
Regal 770 V8: $4015
Regal 770 V8 Wagon: $4125
Models: (all the same from the dashboard forwards apart from grill/bumper and consequently wings)
Ranger Sedan
Ranger Wagon
Hardtop
Pacer
Charger
Regal Sedan
Regal Wagon
Chrysler Sedan
Chrysler Hardtop
Wayfarer Utility
dodge utility (same as above but badged dodge)
Date(s) of Introduction:
June 1971
To Identify:
Entirely new sheet metal over outgoing VG
High waistline with minimal panel curvature
Body contoured bumpers flowing to parking light/indicator assembly
Curved rear deck
Body:
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Exterior Dimensions:
Total Length:
Sedan: 192.8 inches (4897 mm)
Hardtop: 196.8 inches (4999 mm)
Charger: 179.7 inches (4564 mm)
Wagon: 197.3 inches (5011 mm)
Utility: 194.3 inches (4935 mm)
Chrysler Sedan: 196.7 (4996 mm)
Chrysler Hardtop: 196.7 (4996 mm)
Total width: 74.2 inches (1885 mm)
Height at kerb weight
Sedan: 55.9 inches (1420 mm)
Hardtop: 55.2 inches (1402 mm)
Charger: 54.5 (1384 mm)
Wagon: 58.2 inches (1478 mm)
Utility: 56.6 inches (1438 mm)
Chrysler Sedan: 56.2 (1427 mm)
Chrysler Hardtop: 55.2 (1402 mm)
Wheelbase
Sedan: 111 inches (2819 mm)
Hardtop: 115 inches (2921 mm)
Charger: 105 (2667 mm)
Wagon: 111 inches (2819 mm)
Utility: 111 inches (2819 mm)
Chrysler Sedan: 115 (2921 mm)
Chrysler Hardtop: 115 (2921 mm)
Front Track: 58.32 inches (1481 mm)
Rear Track: 58.72 inches (1491 mm)
Kerb Weight:
Hemi 6
Sedan: 3100 lb (1406 kg)
Wagon: 3350 lb (1520 kg)
Chrysler: 3370 lb (1529 kg)
Hardtop: 3175 lb (1440 kg)
Ute: 3020 lb (1370 kg)
Charger: 2980 lb (1352 kg)
V8
Sedan: 3800 lb (1724 kg)
Wagon: 3510 lb (1592 kg)
Chrysler: 3570 lb (1619 kg)
Hardtop: 3335 lb (1513 kg)
Charger 340: 3230 lb (1465 kg)
Charger 360: 3250 lb (1474 kg)
Add 50 lb (23 kg) for Pacer, Regal, Regal 770, Charger R/T and Charger 770
Add 40 lb (18 kg) for power steering
Instruments:
Speedometer
Petrol gauge
Temperature gauge
Alternator gauge
Oil warning lamp
Transmission:
3 Speed Manual Standard
1st: 2.95:1
2nd: 1.83:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.67:1
3 Speed Manual Pacer
1st: 2.71:1
2nd: 1.55:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.37:1
3 Speed Manual E37/E38
1st: 2.50:1
2nd: 1.43:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.10:1
4 Speed Manual E48/E49
1st: 2.82:1
2nd: 1.84:1
3rd: 1.32:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.56:1
A904/727 TorqueFlite Automatic (V8)
Torque converter coupled to 3 speed epicyclic transmission
Stall ratio: 2.20
1st: 2.45:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.20:1
TorqueFlite "C" or "D" Automatic (6) (Borgwarner 35)
Torque converter coupled to 3 speed epicyclic transmission
Stall ratio: 2.20
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Clutch:
9 1/2" Single-plate, dry disc, diaphragm type spring driven
Note: Six Pack fitted with 9" Twin-plate
Rear Axle Ratio:
Hemi 215 Pacer and Charger R/T: 3.23:1
Hemi 245, 265 and 318 V8: 2.92:1
340 V8: 2.92:1 (4 pinion assembly)
360 V8: 2.77:1 (4 pinion assembly)
Optional suregrip 3.23:1 and 3.5:1 (6 only)
Hemi 215 engine:
Capacity: 215 cubic inches (3.5 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, upright, "Hemi" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Carter downdraft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 3.52 x 3.68 inches (89.408 x 93.472 mm)
Power: 140 bhp (104 kW) at 4400rpm
Torque: 200 lb-ft (271 Nm) at 1800rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.0:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 12° BTC
closes: 56° ABC
duration: 248°
Exhaust
opens: 54° BBC
closes: 10° ATC
duration: 244°
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Radiator Capacity: 24 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
Hemi 245 engine:
Capacity: 245 cubic inches (4.0 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, upright, "Hemi" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Carter downdraft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 3.76 x 3.68 inches (95.504 x 93.472 mm)
Power: 165 bhp (123 kW) at 4400 rpm
Torque: 235 lb-ft (319 Nm) at 1800 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 12° BTC
closes: 56° ABC
duration: 248°
Exhaust
opens: 54° BBC
closes: 10° ATC
duration: 244°
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Radiator Capacity: 24 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
Hemi 265 engine:
Capacity: 265 cubic inches (4.3 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, upright, "Hemi" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Carter 2 barrel downdraft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 3.91 x 3.68 inches (99.314 x 93.472 mm)
Power: 203 bhp (151 kW) at 4800 rpm
Torque: 262 lb-ft (355 Nm) at 3000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 15° BTC
closes: 61° ABC
duration: 256°
Exhaust
opens: 57° BBC
closes: 15° ATC
duration: 252°
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Radiator Capacity: 24 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
Hemi 265 HP engine:
Capacity: 265 cubic inches (4.3 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, upright, "Hemi" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Carter 2 barrel downdraft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 3.91 x 3.68 inches (99.314 x 93.472 mm)
Power: 218 bhp (163 kW) at 4800 rpm
Torque: 273 lb-ft (370 Nm) at 3000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 15° BTC
closes: 61° ABC
duration: 256°
Exhaust
opens: 57° BBC
closes: 15° ATC
duration: 252°
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Radiator Capacity: 24 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
Hemi 265 E37/48 engine:
Capacity: 265 cubic inches (4.3 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, upright, "Hemi" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: 3 x 2 barrel side-draft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 3.91 x 3.68 inches (99.314 x 93.472 mm)
Power: 248 bhp (185 kW) at 4800 rpm
Torque: 306 lb-ft (415 Nm) at 3000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.7:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 15° BTC
closes: 61° ABC
duration: 256°
Exhaust
opens: 57° BBC
closes: 15° ATC
duration: 252°
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Radiator Capacity: 24 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
Hemi 265 E38 engine:
Capacity: 265 cubic inches (4.3 litres) 4340cc
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, upright, "Hemi" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: 3 x 2 barrel Weber side-draft type carburettor 45 DCOE with mechanical fuel pump
Bore and Stroke: 3.91 x 3.68 inches (99.314 x 93.472 mm)
Power: 280 bhp (209 kW) at 5000 rpm
Torque: 310 lb-ft (420 Nm) at 3700 rpm
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 18° BTC
closes: 75° ABC
duration: 272°
Exhaust
opens: 62° BBC
closes: 30° ATC
duration: 272°
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Radiator Capacity: 24 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
Hemi 265 E49 engine:
Capacity: 265 cubic inches (4.3 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 6 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, upright, "Hemi" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: 3 x 2 barrel side-draft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 3.91 x 3.68 inches (99.314 x 93.472 mm)
Power: 302 bhp (225 kW) at 5600 rpm
Torque: 325 lb-ft (441 Nm) at 4100 rpm
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 40° BTC
closes: 88° ABC
duration: 308°
Exhaust
opens: 80° BBC
closes: 48° ATC
duration: 308°
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Radiator Capacity: 24 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
318 V8:
Capacity: 318 cubic inches (5.2 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 8 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, OHV, 90° Vee, "wedge" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Carter two barrel downdraft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 3.91 x 3.31 inches (99.314 x 84.074 mm)
Power: 230 bhp (172 kW) at 4400 rpm
Torque: 340 lb-ft (461 Nm) at 2400 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 10° BTC
closes: 50° ABC
duration: 240°
Exhaust
opens: 58° BBC
closes: 10° ATC
duration: 248°
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Radiator Capacity: 26 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
360 V8:
Capacity: 360 cubic inches (5.9 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 8 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, OHV, 90° Vee, "wedge" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Holley two barrel downdraft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 3.58 inches (101.6 x 90.932 mm)
Power: 255 bhp (190 kW) at 4400 rpm
Torque: 360 lb-ft (488 Nm) at 2400 rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 16° BTC
closes: 56° ABC
duration: 252°
Exhaust
opens: 60° BBC
closes: 16° ATC
duration: 256°
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Radiator Capacity: 26 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
340 E55 V8:
Capacity: 340 cubic inches (5.6 litres)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type with 8 cylinders
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, OHV, 90° Vee, "wedge" head
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Single 4-barrel downdraft type carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 4.04 x 3.31 inches (102.616 x 84.074 mm)
Power: 275 bhp (205 kW) at 5000rpm
Torque: 340 lb-ft (461 Nm) at 3200rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Valve Timing
Intake
opens: 22 ° BTC
closes: 66° ABC
duration: 268°
Exhaust
opens: 74 ° BBC
closes: 22 ° ATC
duration: 276°
Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Radiator Capacity: 26 pints
Oil Pan
Without filter: 6.6 pints
With filter: 8.3 pints
Top Speed in Gears Pacer Hemi 265 HP 3 Speed Manual:
1st: 42 mph (68 km/h)
2nd: 74 mph (119 km/h)
3rd: 116 mph (187 km/h)
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 8.3 seconds
Standing Quarter Mile (400 metres): 16.0 seconds
Top Speed in Charger RT E38:
1st: 55 mph (88 km/h)
2nd: 95 mph (152 km/h)
3rd: 128 mph (205 km/h)
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 6.3 seconds
Standing Quarter Mile (400 metres): 14.8 seconds
Ignition and Electrical:
12 volt, 45 amp hr battery
35 amp Alternator
Exhaust:
Single tail-pipe, straight through resonance type muffler
Suspension:
Front:
Independent by torsion bars
Unequal length control arms
Anti roll bar .88" for wagons, Pacer, Regal 770, Charger
Telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers
Torsion bars .87" x 35.8"
Rear
Live axle by asymmetrical semi elliptic leaf springs
Telescopic shock absorbers
Sedan and Hardtop: 4 leaves 53" x 2 1/2"
Wagon and Chrysler: 5 leaves 55" x 2 1/2"
Utility: 7 leaves 55" x 2 1/2" dual rate
Steering:
Recirculating ball type, ratio 20:1
R/T with A84 or A87 option: 16:1
Power Steering
Recirculating ball with integral power cylinders (co-axial)
Ratio: 15.7:1
Turns lock-to-lock: 4.0
Brakes:
Tandem/divided master cylinder
Front
All models except Hemi 215: 11 inch ventilated disc with single piston, sliding head calliper
Hemi 215: 9 inch x 2 1/2 drum with optional disc brakes as above
Rear: 9 inch x 2" (228.6 mm) drums
Booster: Girling FD50 standard on Regal, Regal 770, Chrysler and Charger 770. Optional on all other models fitted with disc brakes
Wheels (Steel disc with safety rims):
Ranger XL, Charger XL and Regal: 14" x 5.5" JJ
Regal 770, Charger 770, Pacer and Charger R/T: 14" x 6.5" JJ Styled Wheel
Charger R/T with A84 or A87 option: 14" x 7.0" JJ Cast Aluminium Alloy
Tyres:
Ranger, Ranger XL and Regal: 6.95 x 14 4-ply
Regal 770, Pacer and Charger R/T: 185SR x 14 Radial Ply
Wagon: 7.35 x 14 4-ply
Charger R/T with A84 or A87 option: E70HR x 14 radial ply
Utility: 7.35 x 14 6 ply
Note: Chryslers, Ranger XL's, Charger XL's and Regals (excluding Regal 770's) had whitewall tyres
How big n fast is it and will it fit in my garage
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How big n fast is it and will it fit in my garage
Last edited by Dave999 on Fri Jan 09, 09 4:49 pm, edited 1 time in total.
The Greater Knapweed near the Mugwort by the Buckthorn tree is dying
E38 or E49
the former had the 3 speed gearbox the latter the 4 speed and a big number 4 on the front wing balckout to show off.
both had same 265 engine apart from E49 had a longer duration cam with different phasing to make use of the box
it topped out at 302BHP and can do a standing 1/4 these days on modern tyres in mid 13 seconds..... which is alright..
wheel spin or clutch slip off the line...few would side step the clutch on $200-300Ks worth of car
rarest one to have would be E49 track pack with big 36 gallon tank....
you can get on board with an E37 or E48........still need dig deep mind any thing with a genuine sixpack setup is limited availability and expensive
i.e E38s and E49 don't get sold to none Chrysler club members....its rares to see them advertised on the open market
Base-Model (702) E37 (??) E48 (5) E38 (314) E49 (145)
it is thought that they made 1300 cars but the E37 engine option got optioned into more than just RTs
E37 E48 was the same engine and not quite as good as the E38/E49
all these engines got selected block rods cranks pistons etc
shot peined hardend cranks and cams fully floating piston pins forged sprockets bigger balancer etc
Dave
the former had the 3 speed gearbox the latter the 4 speed and a big number 4 on the front wing balckout to show off.
both had same 265 engine apart from E49 had a longer duration cam with different phasing to make use of the box
it topped out at 302BHP and can do a standing 1/4 these days on modern tyres in mid 13 seconds..... which is alright..
wheel spin or clutch slip off the line...few would side step the clutch on $200-300Ks worth of car
rarest one to have would be E49 track pack with big 36 gallon tank....
you can get on board with an E37 or E48........still need dig deep mind any thing with a genuine sixpack setup is limited availability and expensive
i.e E38s and E49 don't get sold to none Chrysler club members....its rares to see them advertised on the open market
Base-Model (702) E37 (??) E48 (5) E38 (314) E49 (145)
it is thought that they made 1300 cars but the E37 engine option got optioned into more than just RTs
E37 E48 was the same engine and not quite as good as the E38/E49
all these engines got selected block rods cranks pistons etc
shot peined hardend cranks and cams fully floating piston pins forged sprockets bigger balancer etc
Dave
The Greater Knapweed near the Mugwort by the Buckthorn tree is dying
ah yes they did
but i don't think they were classed as RTs
although they were in all but name as you could option in everything but the big 36 gallon tank.
Its not a lethal weapon or "bullet on wheels" in the hands of a 17 year old if if doesn't have RT stickers on it....
Dave
but i don't think they were classed as RTs
although they were in all but name as you could option in everything but the big 36 gallon tank.
Its not a lethal weapon or "bullet on wheels" in the hands of a 17 year old if if doesn't have RT stickers on it....
Dave
The Greater Knapweed near the Mugwort by the Buckthorn tree is dying