-C60 -- Air Conditioning -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -MX1 -- specifies 3-speed automatic option, non-specific type -UN3 -- AM/FM Stereo Radio with stereo cassette -- 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 -Maroon, metallic -- Gold -- Camel Chevrolet 90 V6 and Buick V6 engines were used for the first time. -76M -- Accent Color: Dark Claret Metallic -- 1980 Mars, nicks, or scratches that occur during final assembly are corrected at the factory before shipment. The upgraded options were the same as previous years. K = V-6, 229cid Year: 1986 Make: Chevrolet S = Ramos Arizpe, Mexico Lower areas considered especially vulnerable are coated with another rust inhibiting compound. 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. The engine used glow plugs on a timer system, and a 10hp starter motor. -Turning diameter outside front, wall to wall: 39.89 ft. -White -- Red -- Black or Claret Add all 16 values obtained in steps 1 and 2 to get a total number value. El Camino/El Camino Classic/Classic/Standard El Camino: 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 . -LD5 -- 3.8L (231 cubic inch) 2bbl V6 Buick -- 1978, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984 In 1985 GM shifted El Camino production to Mexico. 1978 Chevrolet El Camino Wiring Schematics -U28 -- Ash tray light It has traveled up and down the eastern seaboard and lived for a year in the northeast with studded snow tires. -3-speed automatic (231 V6 California), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, 1982: (2750 lb capacity all powertrain combinations, positraction rear available in all ratios): . 8th through 13th digits Sequential Production Number Production of the 1978 Black Knight was low; about 1,200 cars were made. -GMC (1AW80): Caballero, Laredo, Diablo, 1981: -Restyled grille with 'crosshatch' design. -K05 -- Block Heater, 600w, 120v -- 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 2-7 1982 Buick 231 California emissions got MX2 or M31. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information "Silver Gray" interior color available for first time. 1978-1980 El Camino VIN Breakdown: The engine used mechanical fuel injection by the Roosamaster division of Stanadyne Corporation. Power wet sanding, followed by hand sanding is done on all body surfaces requiring lacquering. -NB2 -- YCY -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14100942 -61M -- Accent Color: Beige -- 1978(called Light Camel), 1979 J = V-8, 267cid -3-speed automatic 200c (229 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only -MW9 -- 305 El Camino production ended in late 1987. -4-speed automatic (305 V8), 2.56 axle std., 3.08 optional, Trim levels Offered By Year: -MD8 -- 262, 305 -M33 -- THM350, 3-speed automatic, (1) 2.52, (2) 1.52, (3) 1, (R) 1.93 -A01 -- Glass, Soft-Ray Tinted: all windows -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 3-speed manual 4-speed manual 3-speed Turbo-Hydramatic auto. The U14 option gave round gauges with a tachometer and nested clock. -Blue, light metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue -NA5 -- AM -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl auto trans -- 14020623 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. L-3 With this assembly system all ignition locks for a certain year would have one letter, and door locks would have the corresponding letter making assembly line errors of matching incorrect pairs impossible. 1987: 13,743-carsalesbase.com** To counteract this some owners added drygas (anhydrous alcohol) to the fuel, but the alcohol reacted with the governor rings inside the injection pump causing the rings to flake off in chunks and block the fuel lines. Transmission . -MV9 -- 229, 231, 267, 305 wheelbase and shorter 201.6-in. 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. Z = Fremont, CA Continuing on the options list was the 5.7-liter V8 Diesel with 105hp (78kW). -Fuel tank: 17.7 gallon, 1985: -305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 rated at 150 hp @ 4000 RPM and 240 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM (California AND non-California the same) U39 added temperature, voltage, and oil pressure guages, U35 placed a clock on the right (with the clock font unchanged), U16 placed a tachometer there. -Maximum length: 79.1 in. On the right, the Frigidaire A6 compressor with a v-belt pulley. See Results. -Construction: double-walled, ribbed steel -U73 -- Fixed mast antenna -- 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -Roof: halo construction 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation. It is composed of 13 numbers and letters. K = V-6, 229cid voltmeter, temperature and oil pressure guages) -- 1986, 1987 -Silver, metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue 1979: 58,008-carsalesbase.com** Search over 1,057 used Chevrolet El camino for sale from $1,000. -UA1 -- Battery: Heavy Duty -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 125 hp @ 3800 RPM and 215 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM D = Doraville, GA The 1980 El Camino started out the 1980s with few changes, though engine choices were shuffled a little. 4-speed automatic transmission available. Quantity: $46.00. -73M -- Accent Color: Light Maroon Metallic -- 1983, 1984 . Instrument cluster bezel now color keyed. Read Online 1986 Chevy El Camino Steering Column Pdf File Free Chevelle/El Camino Handbook Standard Catalog of Chevelle 1964-1987 Motor Light Truck and Van . 1980 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation. Notea: For 1981 and later, power steering became standard (N41). -LG3 -- 5.0L (305 cubic inch) 2bbl V8 -- 1978 -69M -- Accent Color: Medium Brown Metallic -- 1978(called Dark Camel Metallic), 1979(called Dark Brown Metallic), 1980(called Medium Camel Metallic), 1981 -Length: 201.6 in. Interior Mirrors for Chevrolet El Camino, Manual Transmission Parts for Chevrolet El . -NA5 -- ZDB -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 10051436 The El Camino has 68,640 miles and the seller is asking $8,000. 2.73 optional 1978: 6,609-carsalesbase.com** 1987 Chevrolet El Camino has had 3 recalls in the past 36 years. -231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 110 hp @ 3800 RPM and 190 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (California base engine) -19Q -- Moldings: Black -- 1978, 1982 -Seat cushions and backrests: formed polyfoam -White -- Gold -- Camel -E6E -- Speedometer Sleeve -NM8 -- YCT -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (Canada) -- 14100938 -QYB -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1981 -NY8 -- Steering: Power #800 -- 1979 -62M -- Accent Color: Medium Brown Metallic -- 1983(called Light Brown Metallic), 1984(called Light Brown Metallic), 1985, 1986, 1987 El Camino sales numbers by year (total includes all trim levels and versions): You're viewing an original 1986 Chevrolet El Camino that has had a recent repaint. -NM5 -- CCH -- 267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 -- 14044689 -Rear suspension: hypoid; coil springs, 1 in. Cant see this article ? These crossmembers are a direct bolt-on. 1984: 22,244-GM Heritage Center (oldcarsweekly.com and elcaminocentral.com says 24,244) (chevelles.com and elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com** says 22,997) -Cinnabar -- Red -- Black or Camel The wheel of the vehicle's axle are RWD driveline. -NB2 -- YCP -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14100935 -UY8 -- AM/FM Stereo Radio with digital clock display -- 1979, 1980. 7-2 The 1979 model got minimal changes following its debut as a redesigned "new-size" model in 1978. For 1981+, UF7 included standard trip odometer. -Driveline type: tubular exposed, single, 2 Cardan universal joints with pre-packed anti-friction bearings Classifieds for 1973 to 2000 Chevrolet El Camino. -67M -- Accent Color: Dark Brown Metallic -- 1978(called Saffron Metallic), 1979(called Saffron Metallic), 1983, 1984 in. 8. INITIAL SANDING. THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. -NB2 -- NDM -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25518312 They did get great fuel mileage though, reported to be on average in mid to high 20 MPG in some cases. X-7 Decal details: large hood decal (dragons on shield), "Royal Knight" fender decals, one each side, "Royal Knight" tailgate decal, upper and lower body side stripes including: front fender, door, rear quarter panel and tailgate. -BX8 -- Moldings: Front Fender, Body Side and Tailgate -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -3-speed automatic (305 V8), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional -UX6 -- Dual front speakers, incl. 1978: 970 3-speed, 1,775 4-speed (elcaminocental.com) The idea of a car-based light duty pickup or coupe utility had been played around with prior to World War II but it seemed to have been forgotten until the 1950s when the success of the "gentleman" pickups like the Chevy Cameo indicated that the market was ready for an even more car-like pickup truck. If we need to move heavy loads we have other more suitable large trucks in our stable, as GM intended in 1978. 1978: -Brown, light metallic -- Gold -- Camel 1978: 54,286-carsalesbase.com** CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. -GU4 -- 3.08, -RPO -- description -3-speed automatic (305 V8, 305 V8 California), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional Two upgrades could be ordered: a 305-cubic-inch V8 with 145 horsepower (108kW), or a 350-cubic-inch V8 with 170 horsepower (130kW) that was only available in El Caminos and Malibu station wagons. FLASH PRIMER AND PRIMER SURFACER COATS. -6FC -- Front Spring LH -- 1978 THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES. See trim levels. The transition happened sometime in 1979/1980 so there is some overlap. -NM5 -- ??? -Silver, metallic -- Red -- Maroon Rochester Products keys are apparently stamped with the blank designation letter correctly oriented when the key is held with the blade parallel to the ground. 1981: 1,397-GM Heritage Center 1986 Chevrolet El Camino has an enjoyable REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR body style. For 1985, GM shifted El Camino production to Mexico, and the new 4.3L was standard through 1987. Unfortunately by the time latent issues were worked out, it had developed a bad reputation and it was too late. 5. The first letter in each pair designates the square head ignition key, and the second letter designates the round head key. -YH6 -- Bonus value option package -- 1985 C = Hydraulic brake system - GVW 4001-5000 UA1 and K05) -- 1983. -50M -- Accent Color: Yellow -- 1980 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. -For pictures and vacuum routing diagrams by label code, see here. 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. Along with the A to G body name changeover in 1981, the VIN format changed as well. 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. Compare this to the GM truck line of the time with the blocky and upright interior. -4-speed manual (305 V8), 3.08 rear axle ratio only, floor shift, positraction NOT available -3-speed manual (229 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, floor shift -MX2 -- THM350C, 3-speed automatic, Note: for an RPO cross-reference, see here, -RPO -- Engine uses -- Gear ratios -62X -- BIG 4 CAMEL -- 1978 -AG7 -- Seat, Power: Six-way -- 1978 RPO UP5 introduced, CB AM/FM monoaural radio. 1986 Chevrolet . -Spare tire: full size standard Note that of course colors and materials always varied: Style differences in steering wheel designs. Vehicle production numbers THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. Where is the VECI label (Vehicle Emissions Control Information)? -NA5 -- LBR -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14065521 Trims Available: 3. -Windshield pillars: energy absorbing air-gap construction, 1978: Do not use a calculator; use long division. -Fuel tank: 17.7 gallon, 22 gallon (not available with Diesel engine), 1984: -YF5 -- DYU -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14071150 -Minimum base weight: 3155 lb. 1981 added a roller cam and lifters, so all El Caminos would have had these. After removing a tra. -GM8 -- 2.56 -- 1979, 1982 Body glass: AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE. S-2 -Rear bumper to ground: 13.7 in. 7-7 -U14 -- Instrumentation: Special (upgraded guage cluster, incl. 1st digit - This is the Country of origin From 1978 to 1982, the model designation for the El Camino was AW80, and from 1982 to 1987 the model designation was GW80. X 1.03in. 10-9 1987: 1,882-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** -NM5 -- NAB -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (Canada) -- 25513365 Related magazine reviews: -A65 -- Split Front Seat -- 1982 Black side window reveal moldings, and gold graphic decal on hood. 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. Sport mirrors, rally wheels, and a front air dam. 1986 . The crankshaft was nodular iron, and although the connecting rods started as 403 gas-engine pieces, they had beefier ends and rods, and were a different length. -229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 rated at 110 hp @ 4200 RPM and 170 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (base engine) -YF5 -- KP -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl (California) auto trans -- 25506764 A special El Camino SS was the only truck to ever pace an IROC race, This IROC-S also featured the trademark aerodynamic front end design, IROC urethane paint in custom candy colors, and 16" aluminum wheels. -Blue, light metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue Hauling: With a rated bed load of 800 lbs and a tow rating of 5,000 lbs (as equipped), the El Camino in this format is comparable to the C-10 pickup of the same period. Our 1978 El Camino was born in Fremont, CA and lived in Florida for a good portion of its life. K = Leeds, MO 1986 SS El Camino MODIFICATIONS: Short . Quote Now! Small-Block V8. The fenders had Black Knight done in florid Olde English script and repeated on the tailgate. -MV9 -- 231 -3-speed automatic OR 4-speed automatic (305 V8), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional, 1986 and 1987: (positraction rear available in all ratios):
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