More About the 1965 Corvette
1965 Corvette
Body Specs |
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| Wheelbase: | 98.00 inches |
| Overhang (Front): | 31.9 inches |
| Overhang (Rear): | 45.2 inches |
| Front Track: | 56.8 inches |
| Rear Track: | 57.6 inches |
| Length: | 175.1 inches |
| Front Fender Width: | 69.6 inches (Maximum) |
| Rear Fender Width: | 67.3 inches |
| Height: |
49.6 inches (Coupe)
49.8 inches (Soft, Hard Top) |
| Hood (at Rear) to Ground: | 34.8 inches |
| Rocker Panel to Ground (Front): | 8.0 inches |
| Rocker Panel to Ground (Rear): | 8.0 inches |
| Bottom of Door to Ground (Open): | 13.5 inches |
| Bottom of Door to Ground (Closed): | 12.5 inches |
| Windshield Slope Angle: | 56.5° |
| Body Zero to Ground (Front): | 7.7 inches |
| Body Zero to Ground (Rear): | 7.7 inches |
| Headlamp to Ground: | 24.36 inches |
| Tail Lamp to Ground: | 21.76 inches |
| Hood Length at Centerline: | 46.7 inches |
| Body Upper Structure Length at Centerline: |
Coupe: 77.9 inches
Soft Top: 66.8 inches Hardtop: 69.2 inches |
| Front Bumper to Ground: | 18.0 inches |
| Rear Bumper to Ground: | 16.6 inches |
| Oil Pan to Ground: | 6.0 inches |
| Front Suspension to Ground: | 8.0 inches |
| Flywheel Housing to Ground: | 5.9 inches |
| Exhaust System to Ground: | 5.0 inches |
| Rear Axle Differential to Ground: | 7.8 inches |
| Spare Tire Well to Ground: | 6.1 inches |
| Minimum Running Ground Clearance: | 5.0 inches |
| Windshield Glass Area: | 789.7 inches |
| Finish (paint type): | Lacquer |
| Turning Diameter - Outside Front: |
41.6 feet wall - wall
39.9 feet curb - curb |
| Turning Diameter - Inside Rear: |
25.6 feet wall - wall
25.6 feet curb - curb |
| Steering gear ratio: | 16:1 |
| Steering Wheel Turns: |
Manual: 3.4
Power: 2.92 |
| Power Steering Fluid Capacity: | 2.3 Pints |
| Steering Wheel Type: | Deep Dish |
| Steering Wheel Diameter: | 16.0 inches |
| Tire Size: | 7.75-15 4 Ply Rating |
| Recommended Tire Inflation | 24 psi, All Wheels |
| Wheels, Regular Production: |
Size: 15 x 5.5
Attachment to Hub: Five Hex nuts |
| Wheels, Quick Take-Off, RPO P48: |
Size: 15 x 6
Cast Aluminum Method of Retention: Adapter and Lock Nut |
| Three Speed Transmission: |
1st Gear 2.58:1
2nd Gear 1.48:1 3rd Gear 1.00:1 Reverse Gear 2.58:1 |
| Automatic (Powerglide) Transmission: |
Drive: 1.76:1 & 1:1
Low and Reverse: 1.76:1 |
| Lubricant Capacity: | 3 Quarts |
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Four Speed Transmission
(Standard, L75 engines): |
1st Gear 2.56:1
2nd Gear 1.91:1 3rd Gear 1.48:1 4th Gear 1.00:1 Reverse Gear 2.64:1 |
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Close Ratio
Four Speed Transmission (L76, L78, L79, L84 engines): |
1st Gear 2.20:1
2nd Gear 1.64:1 3rd Gear 1.28:1 4th Gear 1.00:1 Reverse Gear 2.27:1 |
| Transmission Lubricant Type: |
Military MIL-L-2105-B
SAE 80 |
| Lubricant Capacity: |
Three Speed: 2 Quarts
Four Speed: 2.5 Quarts |
| Differential Lubricant Type: |
Military MIL-L-2105-B
SAE 80 |
| Differential Lubricant Capacity: | 3.7 pints |
| Axle Ratio: |
3.08:1 (RPO G91 Four Speed, standard, L75 Engine)
Optional: 3.36:1, 3.55:1, 3.70:1, 4.11:1 and 4.56:1 |
| Transmission Synchromesh: |
Three Speed: 2nd and 3rd Gears
Four Speed: All Four Gears |
| Standard Fuel Tank Capacity: | 20 Gallons |
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Fuel Tank Capacity
(RPO N03, coupe only): |
36.5 Gallons |
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Shock Absorbers Piston Travel
(Unassembled): |
5.00 inches |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter: | .940 inches |
| Shock Absorber Piston Diameter: | Front: 1.00; Rear: 1.375 |
| Front Suspension Spring: |
Height: 8.56 inches; ID: 3.80 inches
Length: 100.16 Inches; .680 inch Diameter OD: 5.160 inches; Free Height: 10.842 inches Working: 8.56 inches @ 1,255 lb. |
| Rear Suspension Spring: | 7 Leaves; Design Load - camber: 1,325 lb. @ .290 |
| Stabilizer Bar: | Steel, .94 Inch Diameter |
250 Horsepower Engine, Three Speed Transmission
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| Model 19467 Convertible: |
Front: 1,520; Design: 1,600;
Shipping*: 1,520 lb. Rear: 1,625; Design: 1,845; Shipping*: 1,465 lb. Total: 3,145; Design: 3,445; Shipping*: 2,985 lb. |
| Model 19437 Sport Coupe: |
Front: 1,545; Design: 1,625;
Shipping*: 1,550 lb. Rear: 1,590; Design: 1,810; Shipping*: 1,430 lb. Total: 3,135; Design: 3,435; Shipping*: 2,980 lb. |
| Model 19467 Convertible as a Hardtop: | +8 lb. |
| Powerglide Transmission: | +23.3 lb. |
| *These are weights that are reported to states for licensing purposes. | |
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| L78 396 Cubic Inch Engine: | +225 lb. |
| Power Steering: | +21.3 lb. |
| Power Brakes: | +9.4 lb. |
| Air Conditioning: | +79.3 lb. |
| Auxiliary Top: |
+58.0 lb.
+8.5 lb. (In Place of Soft Top) |
| Special Suspension (RPO F40): | +5.1 lb. |
| Radio: | +20 lb. |
| Less Heater: | -19.0 lb. |
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Fiberglass Fuel Tank
RPO N03; Coupe Only: |
+8.4 lb. |
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| Type: | V8 |
| Valve Location: | In Head |
| Bore / Stroke: |
4.00" / 3.25"
4.094" / 3.76" (L78 Engine) |
| Displacement: |
327 Cubic Inches
L78: 396 Cubic Inches |
| Compression Ratio: |
10.5 : 1 (Standard; 300 hp RPO L75, L78 engine)
11.0:1 (340 hp RPO L76; 360 hp engines RPO L84) |
| Rocker Arms: | Stamping, Steel |
| Rocker Arm Ratio: | 1.5:1 |
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Valve Train Lash, Inlet / Exhaust
Hydraulic Lifters |
Zero |
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Valve Train Lash, Inlet / Exhaust
Mechanical Lifters: |
Inlet: .025 inch
Exhaust: .025 inch |
| Crankshaft Material: | Forged Steel |
| Valve Train Lifters: |
250 horsepower, 300 horsepower (RPO L75) Engines: Hydraulic
365 Horsepower (RPO L76) Engine, 375 Horsepower (RPO L84) Engine: Mechanical |
| Camshaft Material: | Cast Alloy Iron |
| Oil Pump Type: | Gear |
| Normal Oil Pressure: |
30 - 45 psi @ 1,500 RPM
50 - 75 psi @ 2,000 RPM |
| Oil Pressure Gauge: | Mechanical |
| Crankcase Oil Capacity, Standard and L75 Engines: |
4 Quarts, Less Filter
5 Quarts, With Filter |
| Crankcase Oil Capacity, L76 and L84 Engines: |
5 Quarts, Less Filter
6 Quarts, With Filter |
| Recommended Oil Grade: |
Above 32°: SAE 20W, SAE 20 or SAE 10W-30
To 0°: SAE 10W or SAE 10W-30 Below 0°: SAE 5W or SAE 5W-20 |
| Carburetor: |
Carter 3826003 Single 4 barrel
L75 Engine: Carter 3826004 (3826006 Powerglide) L76 Engine: Carter 3826004 |
| Fuel Filter: | Strainer |
| Fuel Pump: | Mechanical |
| Fuel Pressure: | 5¼ - 6½ PSI |
| Cooling System Capacity: |
~17 Quarts (with heater)
~16 Quarts (without heater) |
| Thermostat Type: | Choke |
| Radiator Cap Relief Pressure: | 13 PSI |
| Battery: |
12 volt
61 Amp hr. @ 20 hr. 6 cells / 66 Plates |
| Thermostat Opening: | 177° - 183° F |
| Compression Pressure: |
160 PSI (Base, RPO L75 Engine)
150 PSI (RPO L76, L84 Engine) |
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Horsepower |
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| Standard Engine: |
250 hp @ 4,400 RPM;
Torque: 350 lb-ft @ 2,800 RPM |
| RPO L75: |
300 hp @ 5,000 RPM;
Torque: 360 ft-lb. @ 3,200 RPM |
| RPO L76: |
365 hp @ 6,200 RPM;
Torque: 360 lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM |
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RPO L84
Fuel Injection: |
375 hp @ 6,200 RPM;
Torque: 350 lb-ft @ 4,800 RPM |
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RPO L78
396 Cubic Inch: |
425 hp @ 6,400 RPM;
Torque: 415 lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM |
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Fuel Injection |
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| Manufacturer: | Rochester Products |
| Model: | 7017380 |
| Recommended Fuel: | Premium |
| Fuel Pump: | Mechanical |
| Fuel Pressure: | 5 ¼ - 6 ½ PSI (Idle to 1,000 RPM) |
| Inlet Manifold: | Cast Aluminum |
| Air Cleaner Type: | Dry |
| Air Meter Location: | Engine Left Side |
| Plenum Chamber: | Integral With Inlet Manifold |
| Ram Pipe Length: | 12 Inches |
| Fuel Induction: | Metered as Function of Air Flow |
| Air / Fuel Ratio Control: | Vacuum Sensitive Diaphragm Located on Air Flow Meter |
| Fuel Meter Pump Type: | Gear |
| Fuel Meter Pump Location: | In Fuel Meter Assembly |
| Fuel Meter Pump Drive: | Gear Driven by Flexible Shaft From Distributor |
| Fuel Meter Pump Pressure: | 300 PSI |
| Injection Nozzles Quantity: | 8 |
| Injection Nozzles Material: | Brass |
| Injection Nozzles Location: | Mounted on Inlet Manifold Above Intake Ports |
| Injection Nozzles Orifice Size - Fuel: | .0118 inch |
| Injection Nozzles Insulation: | Bakelite |
| Automatic Choke Type: | Electric, Time Temperature Type |
| Automatic Choke Location: | On Air Meter Assembly |
| Automatic Choke Current Draw: | 1 amp @ 70° |
| Automatic Choke Fast Idle Cam: | Yes |
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Ignition System |
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| Coil: | Delco-Remy 1115091 (FI Engines: 1115107) |
| Coil current rating: |
4 amps (engine stopped)
1.8 amps (engine running) |
| Breaker Gap: | .019" (New), .016" (Used) |
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Ignition Timing
Initial Design Setting: |
8° @ 550 RPM (Standard, L75 Engine)
10° @ 650 RPM (L79 Engine) 12° @ 700 RPM (L76, L84 Engine) 10° @ 700 RPM (L78 Engine) |
| Ignition Timing Centrifugal Advance: |
Begins: 750 RPM
26 ° @ 4,100 RPM (Standard, L75, L76 Engines) 24 ° @ 2,350 RPM (L79, L84 Engines) 28 ° @ 4,000 RPM (L78 Engine) |
| Ignition Timing Vacuum Advance: |
Begins: 6 inches Hg (Standard, L75 Engines)
Maximum: 22° @ 12 inches Hg(L76, L78, L79 Engines) Begins: 4 inches Hg (Standard, L75 Engines) Maximum: 16° @ 8.2 inches Hg Begins: 8 inches Hg (L78 Engine) Maximum: 15° @ 15.5 inches Hg |
| Spark Plug: |
AC44 (327 Cubic Inch Engines)
AC43N (396 Cubic Inch Engines) |
| Spark Plug Thread: | 14 mm. |
| Spark Plug Torque: | 25 lb.-ft. |
| Spark Plug Gap: | .033 - .038 inch |
| Firing Order: | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
1965 Corvette Options
| RPO: | Description | Production: | Price |
| Genuine Leather Seats | 2,128 (9.03%) | $80.70 | |
| A01 | Soft Ray Tinted Glass, all windows | 8,752 (37.14%) | $16.00 |
| A02 | Soft Ray Tinted Glass, windshield | 7,624 (32.35%) | $10.80 |
| A31 | Power Windows | 3,809 (16.16%) | $59.20 |
| C07 | Auxiliary Hardtop (for convertible) | 7,787 (33.05%) | $236.75 |
| C48 | Heater and Defroster Deletion (credit) | 39 (0.17%) | n/a |
| C60 | Air Conditioning | 2,423 (10.28%) | $421.80 |
| F40 | Special Front and Rear Suspension | 975 (4.14%) | $37.70 |
| G81 | Positraction Rear Axle, all ratios | 19,965 (84.73%) | $43.05 |
| G91 | Special Highway Axle, 3.08:1 ratio | 1,886 (8.00%) | $2.20 |
| J50 | Power Brakes | 19,965 (84.73%) | $43.05 |
| J61 | Drum Brakes (substitution credit) | 316 (1.34%) | n/a |
| K66 | Transistor Ignition System | 3,686 (15.64%) | $75.35 |
| L75 | 327 cu. in. 300hp Engine | 8,358 (35.47%) | $53.80 |
| L76 | 327 cu. in. 365hp Engine | 5,011 (21.27%) | $129.15 |
| L78 | 396 cu. in. 425hp Engine | 2,157 (9.15%) | $292.70 |
| L79 | 327 cu. in. 350hp Engine | 4,716 (20.01%) | $107.60 |
| L84 | 327 cu. in. 375hp Engine (fuel injection) | 771 (3.27%) | $538.00 |
| M20 | 4-Speed Manual Transmission | 21,107 (89.57%) | $188.30 |
| M35 | Powerglide Automatic Transmission | 2,021 (8.58%) | $199.10 |
| N03 | 36 Gallon Fuel Tank (Coupe only) | 41 (0.17%) | $202.30 |
| N11 | Off Road Exhaust System | 2,468 (10.47%) | $37.70 |
| N14 | Side Mount Exhaust System | 759 (3.22%) | $134.50 |
| N32 | Teakwood Steering Wheel | 2,259 (9.59%) | $48.45 |
| N36 | Telescopic Steering Column | 3,917 (16.62%) | $43.05 |
| N40 | Power Steering | 3,236 (13.73%) | $96.85 |
| P48 | Cast Aluminum Knock-Off Wheels (5) | 1,116 (4.74%) | $322.80 |
| P91 | Blackwall Tires, 7.75x15 (nylon cord) | 168 (0.71%) | $15.70 |
| P92 | Whitewall Tires, 7.75x1 (rayon cord) | 19,300 (81.90%) | $31.85 |
| T01 | Goldwall Tires, 7.75x15 (nylon cord) | 989 (4.20%) | $50.05 |
| U69 | AM-FM Radio | 22,113 (93.84%) | $203.40 |
| Z01 | Comfort and Convenience Group | 15,397 (65.34%) | $16.15 |
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Total Production:
23,564
Notes: Base Corvette Coupe with 327 cu. in. 250 hp engine and three speed manual transmission: $4,321.00. |
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Colors
| Code | Exterior | Quantity | Interior | Soft Top | Wheels |
| AA | Tuxedo Black | 1,191 (5.05%) | Black / Blue / Green / Maroon / Red / Saddle / Silver / White | Black / White / Beige | Black |
| CC | Ermine White | 2,216 (9.40%) | Black / Blue / Green / Maroon / Red / Saddle / Silver / White | Black / White / Beige | Black |
| FF | Nassau Blue | 6,022 (25.56%) | Black / Blue / White | Black / White / Beige | Black |
| GG | Glen Green | 3,782 (16.05%) | Black / Green / Saddle / White | Black / White / Beige | Black |
| MM | Milano Maroon | 2,831 (12.01%) | Black / Red / Maroon / Saddle / White | Black / White / Beige | Black |
| Silver Pearl | 2,552 (10.83%) | Black / Red / Silver | Black / White / Beige | Black | |
| UU | Rally Red | 3,688 (15.65%) | Black / Red / White | Black / White / Beige | Black |
| XX | Goldwood Yellow | 1,275 (5.41%) | Black / White | Black / White / Beige | Black |