Note: specific 3-speed automatic transmission type for RPO MX1 assignment seems to have depended on axle ratio selected. -NA5 -- ZR -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl manual trans -- 14021871
-Note that for emissions purposes, it seems the El Camino was classified as a 'passenger car' not a 'light truck' as GM usually calls it. On the right, the Frigidaire A6 compressor with a v-belt pulley. 2-2
Being TTY, they could not be reused and it is reported that some mechanics did not know this, causing issues later. INITIAL BAKING. -A51 -- Bucket Seats
9 bids Ending Dec 20 at 6:21AM PST 4d 2h Local Pickup. The letter stamp on Briggs and Stratton was correctly oriented when the blade was held perpendicular to the ground. 9. -Length: 201.6 in. 9 = 1979
-Rear axle differential to ground: 6.3 in. Door -- H -- 320405 -- 57
9 = V-6, 229cid
-YF5 -- LAN -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14063721
. All factory. -NB2 -- YCY -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14100942
-62M -- Accent Color: Medium Brown Metallic -- 1983(called Light Brown Metallic), 1984(called Light Brown Metallic), 1985, 1986, 1987
First thing first: this is a GM vehicle from 1978. -F41 -- Suspension Equipment: Sport -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983(not available on Diesel), 1984(not available on Diesel), 1985, 1986, 1978 (2750 lb capacity all powertrain combinations, positraction rear available in all ratios):
80 = 2dr Sedan Pick-up
1986 Make: Chevrolet Model: El Camino Body type: Coupe Doors: 2 doors Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive Engine: -231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 105 hp @ 3400 RPM and 185 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM(California base engine)
-M15 -- 200
-NA5 -- CJZ -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 -- 14049982
This guide can tell you what's involved withand needed forswapping any trans into your Bow Tie. -Brown, medium metallic -- Gold -- Camel
-4-speed automatic (305 V8), 2.56 axle std., 3.08 optional, Trim levels Offered By Year:
-D35 -- Mirrors: Sport, LH Remote and RH Manual -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
Optional again were a 267-cubic-inch V8 with 125 horsepower (93kW) and a 305 V8, now with 155 horsepower (down five). 1969-1986.
17" wheels Private Seller Click for Phone (275 miles away) 1 77 1986 Chevrolet El Camino V8 -U26 -- Underhood lamp
-D24 -- Container, Litter (passenger kick panel) -- 1978, 1979
Sport mirrors, rally wheels, and a front air dam. -3-speed automatic (229 V6 NA6 emissions), 2.73 rear axle ratio only
Black Knight/RPO Z16:
-M15 -- 229
The base 229-cubic-inch V6 made 110 horsepower (down from 115), as did the California-only 231-cubic-inch Buick V6. -55P -- Wheel trim: Wheel Covers, Sport (Gold) -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982
-267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 120 hp @ 3600 RPM and 215 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM
Black Knight, Z15 + Z16 RPO's (sub-breakdown of El Caminos):
This is a very well built hotrod. Distance. Even though General Motors' dropped the rear wheel drive intermediate body after 1988, the El Camino's days were numbered by the competition in Chevrolet's own showroom, the S-10. 1978:
Motivation is sourced from a 305 cubic-inch (5.0L) V8 engine mated to a Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission, originally rated at 150 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 240 pound-feet of torque at. -1986 and 1987 vehicles were virtually the same design, even according to documentation GM sent to dealers. -Silver, metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue
1978:
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE. It cannot be compared to today's vehicles fairly. There are 131 new and used 1973 to 2000 Chevrolet El Caminos listed for sale near you on ClassicCars.com with prices starting as low as $1,750. . 78-88 Seatbelt Release Block Off Plate Kit. -B93 -- Moldings: Door Edge Guard -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
These brochures and sales dealer specifications are useful for determining model year details:
-4-speed manual (305 V8), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, floor shift
Year: 1987. 1987 Chevrolet El Camino has had 3 recalls in the past 36 years. -GM8 -- 2.56 -- 1979, 1982
Sitting in our El Camino for long periods is no problem at all. Any distance from 36360. To remove the water, the body is wiped and run through an infrared oven. The Oldsmobile Diesel was discontinued in 1985 with more than a million units sold overall, but it was already discontinued in the El Camino line after 1984. H-8
-62D -- Cloth Camel --1978
1st digit - This is the Country of origin
-GMC (1AW80): Caballero, Laredo, Diablo, 1981:
Manual transmission quantities (sub-breakdown of El Caminos):
'Triangle' hole style rally wheels were used thereafter. -Maroon, light metallic -- Red -- Maroon
A-1
-QYB -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1981
The wheel of the vehicle's axle are RWD driveline. -3-speed automatic (229 V6 NA5 emissions), 2.41 rear axle ratio only
-New full wheelcover design for base models. -El Camino SS was dealer-offered as a conversion from mid-1983 to end of production, completed by Choo-Choo Customs Inc., of Chattanooga, Tennessee to include the aerodynamic front end similar to the Monte Carlo SS (although a different molding since the El Camino is slightly narrower in the front), as well as other cosmetic customizations. 1978 Malibu Magazine Review -- Car And Driver
-NA5 -- ALM -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 auto trans -- 14031184
-NM6 -- Emissions Systems: Export, Canada, recalibration
-Rear axle: Salisbury-type, hypoid gearing
-45M -- Accent Color: Light Jade Metallic -- 1978(called Medium Green Metallic), 1981(called Light Jade Green Metallic), 1982
-NB2 -- ZCW -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 10051431
Notes: Although the nominal fuel tank size seems to vary somewhat from year to year, this is probably due to measuring error taken each year for production and EPA specifications. Popular Options. This engine produces a maximum power of 152 PS (150 bhp - 112 kW) at 4000 rpm and a maximum torque of 325 Nm (239 lb.ft) at 2000 rpm. -1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 had base linear speedometers, fuel guage, and dummy lights. -Fuel tank: 17.7 gallon, 22 gallon (not available with Diesel engine), 1984:
-AV3 -- Tie-Downs, Cargo Box (inside the box) -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
Style differences in bench seat designs. -A52 -- Bench Seat -- 1980
-Blue, light metallic -- Blue -- Black or Blue
11th digit - This is the Assembly Plant code
1979: 5,770-GM Heritage Center
FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. -YF5 -- CF -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14006783, 1980 Emissions:
1982:
The wax contains no silicones, thus eliminating any paint contamination problem. The optional 305 cubic-inch small block V8 was rated at 150 or 165 horsepower (123kW), and from 19821984, the Oldsmobile-sourced Diesel engine was also optional. A bulletin to dealers from Truck Merchandising Manager L.P. Schinzing specifies that both the Z16 Super Sport package and the Z15 Black Knight package must be specified on orders. -Rear suspension: hypoid; coil springs, 1 in. It has the comfort of a car and the hauling capability of a small pickup. Any VECI labels that are of a relevant year for when cars were split from trucks will have 'passenger cars' on the label. GM chose not to continue the El Camino platform for several reasons: a suitable rear-drive platform was not available at the time with GM's switch to mainly front-drive platforms, and GM claimed waning interest in the El Camino although sales charts do not back this up as sales were steady until GM announced the discontinuation of the platform. -Height: 53.8 in. 8-8
The sister Malibu sedan and wagon were discontinued after the 1983 model year. The rear bumper was shared with the Malibu station wagon, although the tailgate was not, contrary to popular reporting. -50M -- Accent Color: Yellow -- 1980
It is probably the closest thing for a driving impression we can get for a true 1978 version in every-day use. 1984:
1986 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO Product Results Filter by Vehicle Search New Vehicle Search Within Results Filters In Stock. 1982: 3,207
-Front door window visibility area: 898.0 sq. See the tables below for the numeric values for each character and position. HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. Year: 1986 Make: Chevrolet -B3W -- Preliminary price information -- 1978, 1981, 1985
The GMC Sprint is a coupe utility/pickup that was produced by GMC for the 1971-1977 model years.The Sprint was renamed Caballero for the 1978 model year, and produced through 1987. 1983 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information
-NA5 -- DYT -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14071149
-Diesel versions: Dual batteries, 63 amp alternator, TH350 transmission with ratios: 2.52/1.52/1/Rev 1.93 with 27 spline yoke
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada -- Opened in 1953. 2. An air-dry flash primer caot is hand sprayed on surfaces below the body belt line. in. -YT9 -- FI/Body Parts -- 1978
-NM6 -- CCN -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (Canada) -- 14044693
-K35 -- Speed Control With Resume Speed: Automatic -- 1981, 1982, 1983
-229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 rated at 110 hp @ 4200 RPM and 170 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (base engine)
-Blue, light metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue
Royal Knight/RPO Z16:
-Wheelbase: 117.1 in. 1987:
-White -- Blue -- Dark Blue
Pick Up In-Store. -QKH -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Blackwall (Radial) -- 1978
. Ignition -- C -- 320652 -- 54 -- 1980, 1987
1. THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET FRAM FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. Approximately fifteen IROC-S were built between '85 and '86. -Note: Overdrive transmissions listed here, although not shown as available in dealer paperwork. The engine type is 5.0L V8 OHV. -267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 125 hp @ 3800 RPM and 215 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM
-White -- Gold -- Camel
-D1A -- Speedometer Gear
Unfortunately by the time latent issues were worked out, it had developed a bad reputation and it was too late. The 1986 El Camino featured three engine choices: a 4.3-liter V-6, a 5-liter V-8 and a 5.7-liter V-8. You didn't do a swap from a long TH350 to a short Th400, More likely a short TH350 (6" tailhousing), to a short TH400 (4" tail). K = Leeds, MO
-A01 -- Glass, Soft-Ray Tinted: all windows -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
2.73 optional
One problem that developed were broken or stretched head bolts resulting in blown head gaskets. 3rd digit - This is the Make
Let us show you how to make your "Heartbeat" a little faster with genuine El Camino SS componets only from Choo Choo Customs. Our factory-issue Qaudrajet carburetor is well maintained and finely tuned, actually starting quicker and more reliably than our similar fuel-injected engines. -NA5 -- XSF -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 1407579
-Black -- Blue -- Blue
-UF7 -- Gage Package (incl. J-1
It has traveled up and down the eastern seaboard and lived for a year in the northeast with studded snow tires. -267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 115 hp @ 4000 RPM and 205 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM
Each manufacturer has minute differences that an experienced eye can differentiate. To be fair there has been one concession to power urges by a previous owner of this vehicle, that being the headers and custom dual exhaust. F-6
-6DY -- Front Spring LH -- 1978
D = 1983
-BX8 -- Moldings: Front Fender, Body Side and Tailgate -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
Choo-Choo Customs conversion:
-Steering: manual recirculating ball, parallelogram linkage
in.) Identify Your Transmission, Transmission Lookup, Transmission specs, GM transmission lookup, 700r4 diagram, 4l60e diagram, th350 diagram, 4l80e diagram, e4od diagram, 4r100 diagram, Transmission identification . -Control arms: reinforced stamped steel with pre-loaded steel-encased rubber bushings at pivot
RUSTPROOFING. RPO UN3 introduced, AM/FM radio with cassette. 1979 Royal Knight print ads: 1980 Royal Knight color options:
Available engines were a 194-cid L6 with 120 hp, a 230-cid L6 with 155 hp and a 283-cid V8 with 2-barrel carburetor and rated at 195 hp, and a 4 . -Front suspension: independant; coil springs and 1" shock absorbers
The format is not the complete VIN, but enough to conclude the original VIN's number. GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508, USA 26,577 Miles GRAND RAPIDS, MI . 1986 Chevrolet El Camino has had 2 recalls in the past 37 years. -MX2 -- 231. -ZJ9 -- Lighting, Auxilliary -- 1978, These options usually included with other packages and not necessary noted on build sheets individually:
-D33 -- Mirror: Outside Rearview, LH Remote -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983
G = 1986
-MW9 -- THM2004R, 4-speed automatic with overdrive, (1) 2.78, (2) 1.57, (3) 1, (4) 0.67, (R) 2.07
. -NA5 -- ??? Any VECI labels that are of a relevant year for when cars were split from trucks will have 'passenger cars' on the label. 1984:
-58M -- Accent Color: Light Brown Metallic -- 1985, 1986, 1987
Chevrolet C-10 series 2nd gen (1967-1972 Baltimore, United States Doraville, United States Leeds, Missouri, United States Arlington, United States Fremont, United States Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Ramos Arizpe, Mexico Tehran, Iran (CKD, Pars Khodro). -305 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 135 hp @ 3800 RPM and 240 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (California only)
-M29 -- 200, 231, 305
Note: According to Wards Automotive Yearbook 1979, 40.2% of 1978 El Caminos had 350 CID engines and 47.6% had 305 CID engines. wheelbase and shorter 201.6-in. -N33 -- Steering Wheel: Comfortilt (tilt wheel) -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
In that case the Th400 is about 1/2" longer. -NM5 or NM8 -- ZDA -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (Canada) -- 10051435, -RPO -- description -- years observed
-GMC (1AW80): Caballero, Laredo, Diablo, 1980:
-19M -- Accent Color: Black -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
Door -- K -- 320471 -- 59
C = Hydraulic brake system - GVW 4001-5000
When fully loaded or towing, the brakes especially show their limits. ENGINE: (305 cu in, 4,999 cc) 150 hp8 cylinders in vee305 cu in, 4,999 cc (3.74 x 3.48 in, 94.9 x 88.4 mm)compression ratio: 9.5:130 hp/l (22 kW/l)5 crankshaft bearingslubrication: 7.9 imp pt, 9.5 US pt1 Rochester downdraught 4-barrel carburettorcooling: 27.3 imp pt, 32.8 US pt, 15.5 1. -Minimum running ground clearance: 5.8 in. F = 1985
-YF5 -- 26 -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14023197, 1981 Emissions:
-Silver, metallic -- Red -- Black or Claret
-White -- Gold -- Camel, 1982 Royal Knight color options:
For fifth generation El Caminos this seems to have been a rarely-ordered option as we have encountered exactly zero of these up to this date. -D55 -- Console (center console) -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
The El Camino has 68,640 miles and the seller is asking $8,000. Reportedly dealership mechanics were inadequately educated on these engines, compounding and amplifying all these issues. -UX6 -- Dual front speakers, incl. -6CX -- Front Spring LH
-A65 -- Split Front Seat -- 1982
The 1982 (through the final 1987) El Camino sported a frontal appearance with a crosshatch grille flanked by quad rectangular headlights. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information
-Tread width front: 58.5 in. -35M -- Accent Color: Cream -- 1981
-Rocker panels: open channel
The Harrison R4 systems will generally have pressure switches, particularly a low-pressure switch to deactivate the compressor clutch in the event the low pressure side of the system runs too low and threatens to starve the compressor. -Driveline type: tubular exposed, single, 2 Cardan universal joints with pre-packed anti-friction bearings
Perhaps one disadvantage would be its low ride height, with traffic views often obscured by modern behemoths on the road. -MV9 -- THM200C, 3-speed automatic, (1) 2.74, (2) 1.57, (3) 1, (R) 2.07
headlamp buzzer T63, courtey and underhood lights) -- 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987
-M20 -- 267, 305
-GMC (1GW80): Caballero, Amarillo, Diablo. -Redwood, metallic -- Gold -- Camel or Redwood
-N91 -- Wheel trim: Wheel Covers, Wire, With locks -- 1986, 1987
2. It is smooth and simple. Application -- Letter -- Blank # -- Groove -- Years used
-Diesel engine from Oldsmobile first offered in El Caminos. Later vehicles featured solid center caps. -M29 -- 200, 231, 305
-NA6 -- ??? -M38 -- 267, 350, 1980:
-Battery: 355 Cold Cranking Amps at 0 degrees F.
1978 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information
Compare this to the GM truck line of the time with the blocky and upright interior. -UP6 -- AM/FM/CB Radio with power antenna -- 1979, 1980, 1981
Also the base El Camino tire is steel-belted whereas the base sedan, coupe, and wagon recieved glass-belted. -Rear bumper to ground: 13.7 in. General information:
L-3
For 1981+, UF7 included standard trip odometer. 1986 El Camino with 350 crate engine, black & silver, AC, 4 speed auto Prev Next Condition: Used Make: Chevrolet Model: El Camino Trim: Base Year: 1986 Mileage: 999,999 VIN: 3GCCW80HXGS903601 Color: Black Engine size: 350 Number of cylinders: 8 Power options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows Fuel: Gasoline -47M -- Accent Color: Jade Green Metallic -- 1981
Ships In a Few Days. CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. To block out road noise, an asbestos fiber sound deadener with asphalt base is sprayed inside the wheel housings and on the bottom of the underbody at designated areas. More print ads not shown on the rest of the page: Style differences in steering wheel designs. 1979: 2,043 3-speed, 1,771 4-speed (elcaminocental.com)
S = Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
-76M -- Accent Color: Dark Claret Metallic -- 1980
Location The VIN number is stamped on a plate located on top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield on the drivers side. -NA5 -- CVH -- 267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 -- 14055193
-MM3 -- specifies 3-speed manual option, non-specific type
1362215 Chevrolet El Camino. -- 350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 (high altitude)
-MV4 -- 267, 305
-U76 -- Windshield antenna -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981
in. -Front overhang: 36.0 in. A limited number of El Camino SS had aerodynamic ground effect style side exhausts with rectangular chrome exits. 1983:
-Rear axle housing: 2.53 in. -B81 -- Moldings: No Body Side Moldings
The author's expert advice is sure to help readers avoid the . Aluminum cargo rails were also installed in numerous vehicles.In 1986, Chevrolet was the offical truck of the Indianapolis 500 and a specially developed El Camino SS was one of the featured vehicles that performed on-track services before and throughout the race. -NM4 or NM8 -- NXL -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25518314
--Please let us know if you have an emissions label photo you can share that is not listed below or in the label list! -TT4 -- Headlamps, Halogen -- 1981, 1985, 1986, 1987
-UM1 -- AM Stereo Radio with stereo 8-track -- 1978, 1979, 1980
-NA2 -- DT -- 350 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 472888
air boosted shock absorbers
Registered: Advanced information,Maintenance and Service Guides to download and save. -NM4 -- NAA -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (Canada) -- 25511249
1985:
Note that for all years, the El Camino received wider tires than the similar-bodied coupes, sedans, or wagons. Search over 1,057 used Chevrolet El camino for sale from $1,000. -231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 110 hp @ 3800 RPM and 190 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (California base engine)
-Note: the 5.7-liter Diesel V8 was made by Oldsmobile, which was also offered in Chevrolet's full-size cars. Find new and used 1960 Chevrolet El Camino Classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. MESSAGE US or give us a call at Share this Vehicle Print Window Sticker Description Features Documents Description 2-7
-NA5 -- ZCP -- 262 cubic inch fuel injection (TBI) V6 -- 10051426
The Z53 option gave all guages with tachometer, but no clock. -V01 -- Radiator, Heavy Duty -- 1978, 1979
-231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 115 hp @ 3800 RPM and 190 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (California base engine)
-M31 -- THM250C, 3-speed automatic, (1) 2.52, (2) 1.52, (3) 1, (R) 1.93
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