$359.00. -D1A -- Speedometer Gear Perhaps one disadvantage would be its low ride height, with traffic views often obscured by modern behemoths on the road. -350 cubic inch 4bbl V8 rated at 170 hp @ 3800 RPM and 270 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM (El camino, station wagons, and 9C1 package only) . 1986 Chevrolet El Camino V8 250 mi 8 Cylinder Turbo $ 29,000 or $417/mo 1986 Chevy Elcamino rust free. -MV9 -- 231, 262, 305 D-4 In early years GM seems to have switched and swapped transmissions as necessary to obtain the total torque multiplication desired, rather than re-gear transmissions for individual applications. -YF5 -- XJU -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -T63 -- Headlight warning buzzer 6. -6FC -- Front Spring LH -- 1978 1983: 587-thecowboycadillac.com** -94A -- Stripe Gold, Accent colors: [Note that not all year availability may be correct for all colors] nominal diameter, vacuum/hydraulic Gasoline-engine choices were unchanged, except Chevy's 229-cubic-inch (3.8-liter) V6 was now standard in California-bound cars, replacing Buick's 231-cubic-inch V6. in.) 78-88 Seatbelt Release Block Off Plate Kit. 1978 and 1979 models were mostly equipped with the Frigidaire system, while most 1980 and later models used the Harrison system. -Axle shaft: integral shaft and drive flange 131 vehicles matched Sources do not mention who launched the suit but Marvel Comics had a Black Knight character with that script from 1955 and kept it going afterwards. Styling: For the time period it was a very modern, sleek design. -59M -- Accent Color: Cream Beige -- 1980(called Beige), 1983(called Beige), 1984(called Beige), 1985 Rear air shocks were standard equipment so that the car-like ride would be preserved until hauling capability was needed, when the shocks could be aired up. New under the hood for 1982 was a 105-horsepower 5.7-liter (350-cubic-inch) Diesel V8, which was also offered in Chevy's full-size cars. The 350 with 170 horsepower (130kW) offered in 1979 was dropped. Unfortunately by the time latent issues were worked out, it had developed a bad reputation and it was too late. 1981 added a roller cam and lifters, so all El Caminos would have had these. -629 -- Seat Belt, Camel --1978 305 cubic inch engines now receive Electronic Spark Control (ESC). -One headlamp each side introduced. -QKJ -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1978 1979 had 2,815 Royal Knights produced. 1984: Condition. 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. -Chevrolet (1GW80): El Camino, Conquista, Super Sport, Royal Knight section diameter and thickness at spring seat 2. [trans type dependent on production line choice] 10. 1985: 1,198 (elcaminocentral.com says 4,710)* THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. **Discrepancies could be due in part to different accounting methods; 'model year' versus 'actual year by date' as manufactured, and 'production' versus 'sales' numbers recorded in the incorrect category by researchers. -NA5 -- LBS -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14065522 -M31 -- 229, 305 Search over 1,057 used Chevrolet El camino for sale from $1,000. -E9Z -- Less Speedometer Key 14-5 These keys were punched out with dies at the factory by code for speed, not cut with a grinder wheel like aftermarket keys. Model Year Engine Trans Type Transmission; Astro: 1989-1992 : TH700-R4/4L60: Astro: 1993 - Up : 4L60-E: Astro Van, Safari : 1995-06: V6 4.3L : 4 Spd RWD/4X4 : 4L60E . Powered by a 406 CID V8 engine with a 700-4R Automatic transmission. in. A = V-6, 231cid -Fuel tank: 17.4 gallon, 1987: Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1986 EL CAMINO Owners manual + more at the best online prices at eBay! -MW9 -- 267, 305 First thing first: this is a GM vehicle from 1978. -RPO (Regular Production Option) Z16, also requires SS Z15. 468Brian said: I just did a swap from a th350 long shaft to a th400 short shaft..the th400 was a half inch longer.and the driveshaft had to be cut and re balanced. Leeds, MO -- Leeds Assembly was a General Motors automobile factory in Leeds, Missouri (Kansas City). -Blue, dark metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue -V30 -- Bumper Equipment: Bumper and guards, front and rear -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 267 cubic inch V8 RPO L39 introducted except in California. Registered: Advanced information,Maintenance and Service Guides to download and save. In addition to the aerodynamic nose treatment that was the primary styling feature of all El Camino SS, all vehicles received graphics on the fascia, doors, and tailgate, and a small chrome train logo above the glove compartment door. 1979: 5,770-GM Heritage Center Front fenders received marker lights starting this year. These were never used on factory GM vehicles and are only later replacement units. Today it is remembered as a converted gas engine, but that is not the case. Obviously due to age wear on both the keys and locks, this may allow exceptions to this. -Tread width rear: 57.8 in. 3. X-7 -M33 -- THM350, 3-speed automatic, (1) 2.52, (2) 1.52, (3) 1, (R) 1.93 It was a fantastic engine for its time, and still holds up well today in everyday driving. -QJR -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -YF5 -- BAB -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25508923 -21M -- Accent Color: Light Blue Metallic -- 1978, 1980, 1981, 1982 -GMC (1GW80): Caballero, Amarillo, Diablo. It would be easiest if both transmissions were identical but you can use a 350, 400 or even a 700r4 in there with some mods and a crossmember move and possibly a driveshaft mod. It was a two-level plant located near the harbor and railroad lines in Baltimore. Baltimore, MD -- Baltimore Assembly (properly named Broening Highway General Motors Plant) was a General Motors factory in Baltimore, Maryland. Without these changes, the resulting performance could never match a gas engine. -RPO code -- Emissions Label code -- Engine size and details -- GM label part # -Front wheel bearings: taper roller, two per spindle, inner 1.25in, outer .8437-.8445in Any distance from 36360. DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTwheel base: 117.10 in, 297 cmtracks: 58.50 in, 148 cm front, 57.80 in, 147 cm rearLenghth 201.60 in, 512 cm width: 71.90 in, 183 cmheight: 55.40 in, 141 cmground clearance: 6.30 in, 16 cmweight: 3,223 1b, 1,462 kg (262 cu in)weight: 3,243 1b, 1,471 kg (305 cu in)fuel tank: 14.7 imp gal, 17.7US gal, 67 1. 1st digit - This is the Country of origin Notes: Windshield antenna was not available from 1982 onward, fixed mast antennas were used instead. Special edition inspired package with a code 19 black painted car and caramel interior and added gold hood decal displaying two dragons flanking a Knight facing head on. El Camino sales numbers by year (total includes all trim levels and versions): -E5Z -- No Speedometer Adapter ***The information from thecowboycadillac.com was obtained from the "Chevrolet El Camino Photo History" by automotive journalist Monty Montgomery. -NB2 -- NDM -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25518312 -Redwood, metallic -- Gold -- Camel or Redwood -Battery: 2500w @ 0 deg F, 1979: By far the most popular conversion is swapping out an original two-speed . THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE. -M15 -- 229 -UP7 -- Radio, provisions for monaural snstrumentation -- 1. Trim Level Details: -3-speed automatic th250 OR 200c (305 V8), 2.41 axle std. 1987: 1,882-carsalesbase.com** -MD8 -- 305 M-4 58.50 in, 148 cm front, 57.80 in, 147 cm rear. bolt circle diameter -M31 -- 229, 231, 267, 305 -NB2 -- ZCW -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 10051431 -RPO -- description -- years observed 1981: 3,020 3-speed, 637 4-speed (elcaminocental.com). OPGI offers B&M plus 23 other trusted brands of 1986 El Camino Transmissions for your 1986 El Camino, to help you find quality parts you can rely on. Small-Block V8. -Restyled grille with horizontal bars. Year: 1986 Make: Chevrolet -RPO -- description -- years observed -4-speed automatic (262 V6), 2.56 axle std., 3.08 optional Transmission: 4 Speed; Seller: Exotic Motor Cars . 1966 Chevrolet El Camino (Stk#1236) BIG BLOCK V8 POWER! -63M -- MID/BDY CAMEL -- 1978 -UM7 -- Electronically tuned AM/FM Stereo Radio with seek and scan and digital clock -- 1986, 1987 -Battery: 2500w @ 0 deg F -Exhuast: single aluminized -Cinnabar -- Red -- Black or Camel -Note: No 262 V6 option listed, but was available in dealer paperwork. The Caballero was offered with a range of engine and transmission options from the smallest, a 3.8 litre (229 cu. The following is from GM approved Choo Choo Customs print ad (ad when shown in most sources in black and white is not very readable, so we have translated it here in text): "The Original El Camino SS was produced by Choo Choo Customs for GM from mid-1983 until the El Camino series was discontinued at the end of 1987. -67M -- Accent Color: Dark Brown Metallic -- 1978(called Saffron Metallic), 1979(called Saffron Metallic), 1983, 1984 (305 cu in)gearlever location: steering columnfinal drive: hypoid bevel 2.410width of rims: 6"tyres: P 205/75 Rx 14. . OPTIONS: Turbo-Hydramatic 200 R-4 automatic transmission, hydraulic torque converter and planetary gears with 4 ratios (1st 2.740, 2nd 1.570, 3rd 1, 4th 0.670, rev 2.070),2.560 or 1.710 axle ratio; 3.080 or 2.060 axle ratio heavy-duty cooling; limited slip differential; heavy-duty battery; 500 A battery,630 A battery; heavy-duty front and rear suspension; air-conditioning,automatic air-conditioning; heated rear window; electric windows; electric sunroof; removable glass roof panels; separate front seats; electric door locks. E = 1984 The rear bumper was shared with the Malibu station wagon, although the tailgate was not, contrary to popular reporting. -YF5 -- BV -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25505238 -YF5 -- Emissions Systems: California Requirements -- 1978 -NB2 -- ZCS -- 262 cubic inch fuel injection (TBI) V6 (California) -- 10051428 -56M -- Accent Color: Gold Metallic -- 1978 The "SS", and "Z28" are NOT MODELS. -42M -- Accent Color: Light Fern Metallic -- 1983, 1984 Final 1987 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation rear View. The author's expert advice is sure to help readers avoid the . 1986 Chevrolet El Camino RWD For Sale. OPTIONS: Turbo-Hydramatic 200 R-4 automatic transmission, hydraulic torque converter and planetary gears with 4 ratios (1st 2.740, 2nd 1.570, 3rd 1, 4th 0.670, rev 2.070),2.560 or 1.710 axle ratio; 3.080 or 2.060 axle ratio heavy-duty cooling; limited slip differential; heavy-duty battery; 500 A battery,630 A battery; heavy-duty front and rear -Black -- Red -- Maroon Our version has the 350 LM1 engine, so it does tend to tow and haul better than most factory El Caminos of the period with its better low grunt power and torque. -B96 -- Moldings: Wheel Openings -- 1982 The 1982 (through the final 1987) El Camino sported a frontal appearance with a crosshatch grille flanked by quad rectangular headlights. We have noticed that aftermarket blanks have angled stamps and other such changes so this most likely applies only to original factory keys. 1981: 36,711-carsalesbase.com** 1 listing 1986 Chevrolet El Camino SS RWD For Sale. Let us show you how to make your "Heartbeat" a little faster with genuine El Camino SS componets only from Choo Choo Customs. 25512340 Chevrolet El Camino. --Please let us know if you have an emissions label photo you can share that is not listed below or in the label list! Door -- D -- 320653 -- 55 1980 Royal Knight print ads: 1981 Royal Knight color options: -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. -3-speed automatic (262 V6), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional Repeat step 1 for all 17 VIN positions. Production continued through 1980 when the plant was closed. Documents for model differences: -3-speed automatic (350 V8 Diesel), 2.29 axle std,. -6CX -- Front Spring LH El Camino production ended in late 1987. Production of the El Camino topped 35,000 for the first time ever. -MV9 -- 231, 305, 262 -MV4 -- 267, 305 -76M -- Accent Color: Dark Claret Metallic -- 1980 4-4 -NA5 -- UBC -- 262 cubic inch fuel injection (TBI) V6 -- 14086523 Some model year 1987's (420 El Caminos and 325 GMC Caballeros) are listed as new car retail deliveries in calendar year 1988 based on their date of first retail sale. The pan is the same. The Diesel was an attempt at better fuel mileage with higher torque than a small engine, but developed a bad reliability record because GM released it too quickly with insufficient testing and too much cost-cutting. -79M -- Accent Color: Dark Carmine Metallic -- 1978, 1979, 1985(called Dark Maroon Metallic), 1986(called Dark Maroon Metallic), 1987(called Dark Maroon Metallic) 1984: 1,309 (elcaminocentral.com says 4,144)* -M15 -- 3-speed manual, (1) 3.50, (2) 1.89, (3) 1, (R) 3.62 1980 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information This El Camino is kind of a rare bird, with a 5 liter V8 and air conditioning. 100001 Sequential Production Number, 1981-1987 El Camino VIN Breakdown: -Ramp breakover angle: 13 degrees, 45 min. Don't just compare our kit prices by the bottom line! In 1979 and onward, Chevrolet issued the package as Royal Knight. -Brake master cylinder: dual resevoir (front/rear split) 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information $22,000 Dealership CC-1679669 1986 Chevrolet El Camino -White -- Red -- Redwood -80M -- Accent Color: Silver Gray -- 1982 Obviously there may be some holes in this information but we are always updating this site and endeavoring to make our lists more complete. It has traveled up and down the eastern seaboard and lived for a year in the northeast with studded snow tires. -NA2 -- Emissions Systems: Standard Emission Equipment -- 1978 -MV4 -- 229, 267, 305 R = Arlington, TX Replace your broken or unwanted seatbelt release mechanisms and clean up your door jamb with Dixie's block off plate kit. -A52 -- Bench Seat -- 1980 Over 4 weeks ago on Americanlisted $4,500 1986 Chevrolet El Camino Baltimore, MD 1979: 6,952-carsalesbase.com** -267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 125 hp @ 3800 RPM and 215 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM These are designated by a letter A, B, C, D, E, H, J, or K. They are paired so that ignition and door keys have different letters in combinations of A and B, C and D, E and H, J and K. This letter is stamped into the blade of the key. -Black -- Gold -- Camel -Last year for Diesel engine from Oldsmobile in El Caminos. -General suspension provisions, anti-squat control: rear suspension geometry -BS1 -- Body Insulation 'Acoustic' Package -- 1978, 1980 -NA2 -- DT -- 350 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 472888 The nose assembly and other components fit all El Caminos '78 through '87 and the popular Chevrolet Malibu '78 through '83. -M38 -- 229 The station wagon tailgate is roughly the same but has differences like an exterior latch, and no upper indented character line. -Battery: 3200w @ 0 deg F, 1980: Year: 1987. All Filters; 1986 Chevrolet El Camino . The 1981 models received a new horizontal tube grill. 8th digit - This identifies the engine 1981: 3,769 -NB2 -- YCP -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14100935 00:00 00:00 Brought to you by Leaf Group Background The El Camino's relationship with the Chevelle gave it access to some of the most powerful engines of the 1960s muscle-car era. The base engine was a 200-cubic-inch (3.3-liter) V6 that developed 95 horsepower (71kW), except in California where, to meet emissions standards, the 231-cubic-inch Buick engine was the base engine . V-5 -3-speed automatic (231 V6 California), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, 1980 (2750 lb capacity all powertrain combinations, positraction rear available in all ratios only on non-California): After locating correct unit a link is supplied to provide detailed information on specific kit and parts that are available for your unit. -MM4 -- specifies 4-speed manual option, non-specific type Powered by a 3800 Supercharged V6 engine with a 5-Speed Manual transmission. The 9th digit in the 17 digit VIN is called the check digit. -QYB -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1981 3 = Mexico Being TTY, they could not be reused and it is reported that some mechanics did not know this, causing issues later. These engines were not NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) suitable for passenger vehicles even though GM added an extra layer of sound deadening on the firewall in many of these vehicles. -M38 -- 267, 350, 1980: 2.73 optional -MW9 -- 262, 305, 1986: Bright finish beads used on the radio/HVAC panel and optional floor console.