-Construction: double-walled, ribbed steel This insures a smooth surface for the lacquer finish. -MD8 -- 305 -Maximum length: 79.1 in. -3-speed automatic (200 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only -350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 rated at 105 hp @3200 RPM and 200 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (no longer offered in California), 1985 and 1986: The three-speed automatic added a lock-up torque converter to aid highway mileage. One problem that developed were broken or stretched head bolts resulting in blown head gaskets. Acceleration was not great, and the engine is always panned for this. Door -- B -- 320589 -- 51 -MW9 -- 262, 305. It wasn't until 1982 that the 'G' body designation took effect officially. To assure a durable, hard, high luster finish the lacquer is baked for 30 minutes at 325 degrees F. Reheating the lacquer permits paint film to soften, allowing surface blemishes to disappear during the thermo-flow process. -QSA -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B White Lettered (Radial) -- 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 Find the best used 1986 Chevrolet El Camino near you. We operate it, like all our vehicles, in all weather conditions and seasons. For those questioning whether the Diesel option could be ordered on the SS trim level, several owners have come forward with probable evidence that the Diesel could indeed be ordered on the SS package. With some 442 wheels and a new steering column, the El Camino was back on the road and ready . **source for carsalesbase.com is ANDC (Automotive News Data Center). From 1978 to 1982, the model designation for the El Camino was AW80, and from 1982 to 1987 the model designation was GW80. -229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 rated at 110 hp @ 4200 RPM and 170 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (base engine) -RPO -- description 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. In addition to being a unique sector of the automotive market then and now, the practicality of these vehicles endures. -262 cubic inch fuel injection (TBI) V6 rated at 145 hp @ 4200 RPM and 225 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (California AND non-California the same) Make: Chevrolet. -D60 -- Non Recommended Color Combination -Brakes: Hydraulic, self-adjusting, power assisted, 10.5in. -249 -- Seat Belt, Light Blue -- 1978 -NA5 -- LBR -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14065521 G-7 -NA5 -- OYD -- 350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 -- 22517335 A-1 -Steering: manual recirculating ball, parallelogram linkage -8HK -- Rear Spring LH -- 1978 -45M -- Accent Color: Light Jade Metallic -- 1978(called Medium Green Metallic), 1981(called Light Jade Green Metallic), 1982 W = El Camino The engines redline was 4,000 RPM. 1986 SS El Camino MODIFICATIONS: Short . 4-speed automatic transmission available. 1979 - Slightly altered grille is the only visual change this year. Your set up sounds like what I started with. Doors now get pull straps. -4-speed manual (305 V8), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, floor shift 1983: -50M -- Accent Color: Yellow -- 1980 -UX6 -- Dual front speakers, incl. We love the simplicity of it, and the overall balance of the style matches the nice even weight balance of the machine itself. Our factory-issue Qaudrajet carburetor is well maintained and finely tuned, actually starting quicker and more reliably than our similar fuel-injected engines. -77M -- Accent Color: Carmine Metallic -- 1978, 1979, 1980(called Cinnabar), 1981(called Maroon Metallic), 1982(called Redwood Metallic) . -62D -- Cloth Camel --1978 -Note: GM part number 14048894 used on federal emissions 305 on 250 Dual Bed Beaded Converter, 1983 Emissions: (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' AND THEN 'BUS APPLICATIONS'). Otherwise, use the remainder of the division (0 - 9) as the check digit. . A print ad shows a Royal Knight depicted in metallic silver with red hood logo. -MV9 -- 229, 1981: 8. A limited number of El Camino SS had aerodynamic ground effect style side exhausts with rectangular chrome exits. -231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 110 hp @ 3800 RPM and 190 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (California base engine) **Figure based on a stock 1986 Chevrolet El Camino valued at $13,700 with ON rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Because of this oiling difference, it is very important that the Harrison systems not be run with low or no refidgerant. -YF5 -- XK -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 476358 in. -MD8 -- THM700R4, 4-speed automatic with overdrive, (1) 3.06, (2) 1.63, (3) 1, (4) 0.70 (R) 2.90 -D68 -- Mirrors: Sport, Twin Remote -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1987 -Cargo box area: 35.5 cubic feet Find your dream car today. Repeat step 1 for all 17 VIN positions. G Force Performance Products. With over 30 completed muscle car restorations under our belt, including our original 1968 Chevelle SS396 owned since 1980, to our insane pro-touring 1978 Z/28 LSX Camaro, there's nothing we have not seen or done! To also be fair, we doubt it adds little to any horsepower at all since this vehicle had minimal to no emissions equipment from the factory. 1981: 4,380-carsalesbase.com** -Fuel tank: 17.5 gallon F = 1985 1980: 40,932-GM Heritage Center (oldcarsweekly.com says 40,952) Transmission . -Parking brake: pedal-operated, cable to rear wheels, 63.73 sq. The Malibu sedan and station wagon ceased production after the 1983 model year, as well as their cousins in the other GM lines; Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile. Caballero sales numbers by year (total includes all trim levels and versions independant from El Camino): 1979: 2,043 3-speed, 1,771 4-speed (elcaminocental.com) Davenport, IA 5 years at freeclassifieds.com 3 11,000 El Camino 993 below average automatic *Some model year 1987's are listed as new car retail deliveries in calendar year 1988 based on their date of first retail sale. 2.73 optional Transmission: 4 Speed; Seller: Exotic Motor Cars . This guide can tell you what's involved withand needed forswapping any trans into your Bow Tie. U = V-8, 305cid -Black -- Blue -- Blue -3-speed automatic th350 (267 V8), 2.56 rear axle ratio only Year: 1986 Make: Chevrolet J-1 -YA7 -- California emissions test -- 1978 -NA5 or YF5 or NA6 -- SAY -- 350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 -- 22518536 -Note: Overdrive transmissions listed here, although not shown as available in dealer paperwork. -MX1 -- specifies 3-speed automatic option, non-specific type The possible values for the check digit range from 1 through 9 and also include the letter X. 1980: 4,742-carsalesbase.com** options, and technical tipsfeatured here are essential to enthusiasts interested in achieving an authentic restoration. -G80 -- Positraction limited slip differential 1984 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information We have owned, currently own, and driven a LOT of 1970's and 1980's GM vehicles, as well as other domestic cars and trucks, in both restored and bad condition. It is manufactured in Mexico. 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 -17M -- Accent Color: Bright Silver Metallic -- 1984 -GU4 -- 3.08, -RPO -- description -Rear glass type: curved tempered plate. Comfort: Our version has factory air conditioning, power driver's seat, and the roomy Malibu interior with dual center armrests and split bench seat. Continuing on the options list was the 5.7-liter V8 Diesel with 105hp (78kW). -3-speed manual (200 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, floor shift -White -- Gold -- Camel, 1982 Royal Knight color options: K-2 Later vehicles featured solid center caps. 1985: -21M -- Accent Color: Light Blue Metallic -- 1978, 1980, 1981, 1982 ENGINE: (305 cu in, 4,999 cc) 180 hp8 cylinders in vee305 cu in, 4,999 cc (3.74 x 3.48 in, 94.9 x 88.4 mm)compression ratio: 9.5:15 crankshaft bearings1 Rochester down- draught 4-barrel carburettorcooling: 26.4 imp pt, 31.7 US pt, TRANSMISSIONdriving wheels: reargearbox: Turbo-Hydramatic 200-C automatic transmissionhydraulic torque converter and planetary gears with 3 ratiosmax ratio of converter at stall 1.90, possible manual selectionratios: I 2740, II 1.570, III 1, rev 2.070(option) gearbox: Turbo-Hydramatic 200 R-4 automatic transmissionhydraulic torque converter and planetary gears with 4 ratiosratios: I 2.740, II 1.570, III 1, IV 0.670, rev 2.070axle ratio: 3.730 or 2.500. On the left, the Harrison R4 comporessor unit shown with a serpentine belt pully. Drivetrain: RWD: 3-Speed Automatic. -U05 -- Horns, Dual -- 1980, 1981 Free shipping for many products! -YF5 -- Emissions Systems: California Requirements -- 1978 E = 1984 1985: 1,198 (elcaminocentral.com says 4,710)* -MW9 -- 229, 231, 305, 350 Diesel X-7 -NA5 -- LAW -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 -- 14063728 The frame of the El Camino is not the same one used in the station wagon. -Camel, light metallic -- Gold -- Camel -NA5 -- ALJ -- 267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 -- 14031182 9 bids Ending Dec 20 at 6:21AM PST 4d 2h Local Pickup. 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. Fremont, CA -- Fremont Assembly started making the new-bodied El Caminos in 1978. The front end featured a new single rectangular headlight design. 1978 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information Documents for model differences: 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. 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. -BS1 -- Body Insulation 'Acoustic' Package -- 1978, 1980 -Chevrolet (1AW80): Standard El Camino, Conquista, Super Sport, Royal Knight Each manufacturer has minute differences that an experienced eye can differentiate. -3-speed automatic OR 4-speed automatic (262 V6), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional **The information from the cowboycadillac.com was obtained from the "Chevrolet El Camino Photo History" by automotive journalist Monty Montgomery. -3-speed automatic (231 V6 California), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, 1985: (positraction rear available in all ratios): 1973 to 2000 Chevrolet El Camino for Sale. -QXX -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Blackwall (Radial) -- 1981, 1982, 1983 Get the best deals on Chevrolet El Camino 1986 Cars and Trucks when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. -Blue, light metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue -Steering wheel change to 'flat' spoke design with outboard horn buttons. -D35 -- Mirrors: Sport, LH Remote and RH Manual -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -GU1 -- 2.41 -- 1978, 1979 -NB2 -- YCY -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14100942 -Height rocker panel front to ground: 8.9 in. 1979: 6,952-carsalesbase.com** -Up-level trim with two-tone paint and more chrome, specifically a shoulder-line of chrome dividing the upper/lower colors. 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. -73M -- Accent Color: Light Maroon Metallic -- 1983, 1984 -Carmine, metallic -- Red -- Black or Carmine -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): -Tread width rear: 57.8 in. Because of the very few of these built, and only being offered for two years, this is one of the rarer El Camino models available. -V10 -- Cold Climate Package (only on Diesel, incl. Power wet sanding, followed by hand sanding is done on all body surfaces requiring lacquering. -Hood ornament introduced, emblem moved from upper grille center to ornament on grille header panel. For more details see here. 1978: 54,286-GM Heritage Center -231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 105 hp @ 3400 RPM and 185 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM(California base engine) 1966 Chevrolet El Camino (Stk#1236) BIG BLOCK V8 POWER! 1987: Unfortunately by the time latent issues were worked out, it had developed a bad reputation and it was too late. The El Camino has 68,640 miles and the seller is asking $8,000. The wheel of the vehicle's axle are RWD driveline. -Exterior -- Decal -- Interior -44Q -- Moldings: Light Green -- 1978 1980: Z = Fremont, CA (closed 1980????) -NA5 -- DYT -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14071149 'Triangle' hole style rally wheels were used thereafter. The front end sheet metal and doors (two door Malibus) were shared with the Malibu, although the window glass was different. UA1 and K05) -- 1983. -3-speed automatic (229 V6 NA5 emissions), 2.41 rear axle ratio only -Maroon, light metallic -- Red -- Maroon -MV9 -- 231 Vehicles with Similar Dimensions 12-7 -Fuel tank: 17.7 gallon, 1982: -QXY -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B White Stripe (Radial) -- 1981 RPO Z15 for the SS package and Z16 for the Royal Knight package. -Silver Gray -- Red -- Silver Gray The base V6 displaced 229 cubic inches, up from 200 the year before. It is probably the closest thing for a driving impression we can get for a true 1978 version in every-day use. -Side glass type: curved tempered plate -V01 -- Radiator, Heavy Duty -- 1978, 1979 -MV9 -- 231, 305, 262 -56M -- Accent Color: Gold Metallic -- 1978 Vehicles with Similar 23.85 HP/Weight Ratio, 2020 Suzuki Jimny Light Commercial Vehicle. -M20 -- 4-speed manual, (1) 3.11, (2) 2.20, (3) 1.47, (4) 1, (R) 3.11 (used with 3.08 axle and 4.4L engine)[most likely Saginaw] -NM6 -- Emissions Systems: Export, Canada, recalibration A new, trimmer El Camino was unveiled in 1978, adopting the new, more sharp-edged Malibu styling, and a one-inch longer wheelbase of 117in (2,972mm). . At the vehicle assembly plant (Fisher Body assembly plant in the case of the locks since they were body items), it was then possible that the ignotion locksets could come from one manufacturer and the door locksets from the other manufacturer. This continued even after the Royal Knight package was discontinued, making it more akin to the SS package overall. -White -- Red -- Redwood -1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 clusters had a base cluster with round guages, however only speedometer and fuel; the rest were dummy lights. Note: not all the RPO codes listed here may necessarily apply to the El Camino, but all apply to 'A' and 'G' bodies 1978-1987. Overall impressions: In the context of 1978, it is a very sleek, modern vehicle with good power and handling. -3-speed automatic (305 V8), 2.41 axle std., 3.08 optional E-5 CHASSISperimeter box-type with front and rear cross membersfront suspension: independent, wishbones, coil springs, anti-roll bar, telescopic dampersrear: rigid axle, lower trailing radius arms, upper oblique torque arms, coil springs, anti-roll bar, telescopic dampers. -Lowest ground clearance: rear shock absorber bracket 1986 Chevrolet . 15-4 Optional again were a 267-cubic-inch V8 with 125 horsepower (93kW) and a 305 V8, now with 155 horsepower (down five). -Blue, light metallic -- Blue -- Black or Blue GMC Laredo/Amarillo/RPO D91: Introduced in the 1959 model year in response to the success of the Ford Ranchero coup utility, its first . -NA5 -- AWT -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 manual trans -- 14037723 or 14047074 . It cannot be compared to today's vehicles fairly. VIN Position - Numeric Values 8 = 1978 . -46M -- Accent Color: Medium Green Metallic -- 1985 LACQUERING. -GMC (1GW80): Caballero, Amarillo, Diablo, 1984-1987: -A51 -- Bucket Seats -UP6 -- AM/FM/CB Radio with power antenna -- 1979, 1980, 1981 -M29 -- 200, 231, 305 -U76 -- Windshield antenna -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 -3-speed automatic (350 V8 Diesel), 2.29 axle std,. -Diesel versions: Dual batteries, 63 amp alternator, TH350 transmission with ratios: 2.52/1.52/1/Rev 1.93 with 27 spline yoke 2nd digit - This is the Model Series (A-Body) -NA5 -- ??? -Camel, medium metallic -- Gold -- Camel RPO (Regular Production Option) Z15. 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. All factory. 1979: 5,770-GM Heritage Center -31M -- Accent Color: Dark Blue Metallic -- 1985, 1986, 1987 These crossmembers are a direct bolt-on. -U28 -- Ash tray light -E5Z -- No Speedometer Adapter -11M -- Accent Color: White -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983 -Silver, metallic -- Red -- Black or Carmine 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. -Base package, similar to El Camino/Classic package. 1986 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO Product Results Filter by Vehicle Search New Vehicle Search Within Results Filters In Stock. Quantity: $5.00. 4. -62X -- BIG 4 CAMEL -- 1978 -7FC -- Front Spring RH -- 1978 -Up-level trim with SS badging and rally wheels. 1985: 24,582-GM Heritage Center (oldcarsweekly.com says 25,482) (chevelles.com and elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com** says 21,816) Runs Good Asking $5,000, Located in ALLIANCE NE 69301, Contact James at 308-760-3492 for more information. -Automatic transmissions had optional 3rd gear lock-up torque converter clutch -Fuel tank: 17.7 gallon 1983: - Diesel versions: Dual batteries, 63 amp alternator, TH350 transmission with ratios: 2.52/1.52/1/Rev 1.93 with 27 spline yoke -Battery: (now rated in CCA), 355 Cold Cranking Amps at 0 degrees F. -68M -- Accent Color: Light Brown Metallic -- 1981, 1982 Some vehicles used factory side molding and fender well trim. 1978 Emissions: 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. -Battery: 355 Cold Cranking Amps at 0 degrees F. -CD4 -- Windshield Wiper Equipment: Intermittent System -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -NB2 -- ZCW -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 10051431 -200 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 rated at 94 hp @ 4000 RPM and 154 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (base engine) -Exhuast: single aluminized Fuel Economy: 15: MPG: city: 19: MPG: highway: 4-Speed Automatic 4-Speed Automatic Safety. -1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 had base linear speedometers, fuel guage, and dummy lights. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR. -ZP2 -- Exterior/Interior override -- 1978 -Y07 -- Side window molding -199 -- Seat Belt, Black 1982: 23,104-GM Heritage Center (chevelles.com and elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com** says 22,732) -Fuel tank: 17.7 gallon 1362215 Chevrolet El Camino. -N91 -- Wheel trim: Wheel Covers, Wire, With locks -- 1986, 1987 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. The fifth-gen El Camino was offered with a wide range of Chevy and even Buick V-6 engines and comparatively anemic small-block V-8s - although their inherent low-rpm torque still made the smaller El Camino a competent hauler and output increased significantly in the mid-Eighties. -K34 -- Speed Control, Electronic: with resume speed -- 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 1982 Buick 231 California emissions got MX2 or M31. -MV9 -- 229, 231, 267, 305 Choo Choo Customs: 5. These high performance G Force transmission crossmembers give you the room to run a true dual-exhaust system with a TH200R4, TH400 Short Tail. The Diesel was pretty much dropped into the GM model line-up with very few transmission or gearing adjustments. -42M -- Accent Color: Light Fern Metallic -- 1983, 1984 Powered by a 3800 Supercharged V6 engine with a 5-Speed Manual transmission. The Z53 option gave all guages with tachometer, but no clock. 12th through 17th digits Sequential Production Number Interior Mirrors for Chevrolet El Camino, Manual Transmission Parts for Chevrolet El . Here, El Caminos await rail transport loading at the Ramos Arizpe Mexico Production Plant: Note that all the numbers that follow have been located to the best of our ability. Z-9 M = V-6, 200cid 1. -Driveline type: tubular exposed, single, 2 Cardan universal joints with pre-packed anti-friction bearings Note: According to Wards Automotive Yearbook 1979, 40.2% of 1978 El Caminos had 350 CID engines and 47.6% had 305 CID engines. -M38 -- 200, 305, 350, 1979: The transition happened sometime in 1979/1980 so there is some overlap. UNDERCOATING. -M64 -- 3-speed manual, (1) 3.50, (2) 1.89, (3) 1, (R) 3.62 [most likely Saginaw] 1978-1980 El Camino VIN Breakdown: 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. -RPO -- ratio -- years observed -M33 -- 231, 305 El Camino. 1978*: 6,609-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** -Seat cushions and backrests: formed polyfoam in U14) -Restyled grille with finely graduated rectangular openings and a more pronounced vertical center bar, Chevrolet nameplate relocated to lower left portion of grille opening. -M31 -- 229, 305 New halogen high and low beam headlamps. 1981: -NA5 -- YCL -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14100932 D = Doraville, GA -NA5 -- XJT -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 1407530 The G8 ST, slated for release as a 2010 model, was to be GM's first coupe utility in North America since the El Camino was discontinued in 1987. It drives and handles like a 1978 GM product. 2.73 optional 1985 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information 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. 6th and 7th digits - This is the Body Style 2. -M31 -- 229, 231, 267, 305 -Note: Overdrive transmissions listed here, although not shown as available in dealer paperwork. -59M -- Accent Color: Cream Beige -- 1980(called Beige), 1983(called Beige), 1984(called Beige), 1985 -A65 -- Split Front Seat -- 1982 -D85 -- Body pin striping -- 1982 -231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 rated at 110 hp @ 3800 RPM and 190 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (California base engine) 25512339 Chevrolet El Camino. The fenders had Black Knight done in florid Olde English script and repeated on the tailgate. -44M -- Accent Color: Dark Green Metallic -- 1978(called Light Green Metallic), 1979(called Medium Green Metallic), 1980 Style differences in bench seat designs. -GM8 -- 2.56 -- 1979, 1982 -LC3 -- 3.8L (229 cubic inch) 2bbl V6 -- 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984 U-4 Question: did dual front speakers become standard from 1981 onward? It was a fantastic engine for its time, and still holds up well today in everyday driving. -Brown, medium metallic -- Gold -- Camel Axle Parts for Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet El Camino 1986 Cars and Trucks, Wheel Hubs & Bearings for Chevrolet El Camino, THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. section diameter and thickness at spring seat The factory produced the A-bodies and J-bodies. Much has been written about the history of these engines, but by the time these were put in El Caminos the engine was in its last years. Made In: MEXICO. G = 1986 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. The author's expert advice is sure to help readers avoid the . -J50 -- Vacuum Power Brakes -- 1979 -Total sq area: 2787.0 sq. More Info Part # DM00525 6GAUGE Price: $79.95 -K81 -- Generator: 63 Amp Delcotron -- 1979, 1980, 1981 <<. Today it is remembered as a converted gas engine, but that is not the case. -K77 -- Alternator: 55 Amp -- 1980 Sitting in a Suburban or GM truck from this time period for any length of time results in a numbness and uncomfortable experience. When Chevrolet introduced the 1959 El Camino, the bow-tie brand launched a successful product run that would continue for nearly 30 years. 100001 Sequential Production Number, Check digit info: -D24 -- Container, Litter (passenger kick panel) -- 1978, 1979