Pages 35–42 (8 pages)

Engine

From the 1947 Chevrolet Passenger Car Specifications

The 216.5 cu. in. Thrift-Master valve-in-head six (3-1/2 x 3-3/4 bore and stroke, 6.5:1 compression): advertised performance, engine speed tables, mounting, a certified dynamometer performance curve sheet, then cylinder block and head, crankshaft and bearings, camshaft, pistons, rings and connecting rods, valve train, lubrication system, fuel tank, fuel pump, Carter carburetor, air cleaners, exhaust, cooling and the Delco-Remy electrical system.

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What this section covers

  • Basic design data and advertised performance
  • Engine performance curves
  • Crankshaft, camshaft and bearings
  • Pistons, rings and connecting rods
  • Valve train and valve lash
  • Lubrication system and oil recommendations
  • Fuel system, carburetor and air cleaners
  • Battery, starting motor, distributor and ignition timing
Year
1947
Make
Chevrolet
Vehicle
Passenger Cars
Type
Specifications
Models
Stylemaster (1500, EJ), Fleetmaster (2100, EK), Fleetline Sportmaster and Aerosedan; Sedan Delivery
Pages
49

What’s inside

General

  1. Cover, Contents and IntroductionCover, title page, contents list for the passenger car and truck parts, an introduction explaining the purpose of the book, the vehicles specified, the three types of dimensions and how revisions are marked, and a page of abbreviations and symbols.pp. 1–6

Passenger car specifications

  1. Identification, Production Options and Accessoriespp. 7–11
  2. Exterior Colors and FinishesPaint colors and two-tone combinations by RPO number for Stylemaster, Fleetmaster and Fleetline models, the finish of grille, bumpers, moldings and trim, Station Wagon wood finish, and Cabriolet top and upholstery color combinations.pp. 12–13
  3. Serial Numbers, Weights and Dimensionspp. 14–21
  4. Bumpers, Sheet Metal and Body Featurespp. 22–29
  5. Frame, Suspension, Rear Axle and Brakespp. 30–34
  6. Enginepp. 35–42
  7. Clutch and TransmissionDiaphragm spring clutch and the RPO 227A heavy-duty clutch, then the three-speed synchromesh transmission with Vacuum Power Gearshift, column shift, gear ratios, bearings and the RPO 316 heavy-duty transmission.pp. 43–44
  8. Steering, Wheels, Tires, Lights, Horns and ToolsSaginaw steering gear, linkage and turning diameters, wheels and tire sizes, headlamps and other lamps, lighting switches, Delco-Remy horns, jack and tool kit.pp. 45–46

Accessories price list

  1. Dealer Accessories Price ListA dealer's confidential price list for new car and truck accessories and service accessories, effective September 15, 1947, with part numbers and net and list prices.pp. 47–49

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