The El Camino was produced in plants located in: Baltimore, MD; Doraville, GA; Leeds, MO; Arlington, TX; Fremont, CA; Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, and Ramos Arizpe, Mexico. -B81 -- Moldings: No Body Side Moldings Our PerfectFit Conversion Kits come with all the parts neccesary to convert your Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and other General Motors cars, trucks and street rods into a modern overdrive 5 or 6-speed or 4-speed automatic. Transmission: Automatic Mileage: 9,070 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: 2705 . -MV4 -- THM350C, 3-speed automatic, (1) 2.52, (2) 1.52, (3) 1, (R) 1.93 **The information from the cowboycadillac.com was obtained from the "Chevrolet El Camino Photo History" by automotive journalist Monty Montgomery. -Last year for Diesel engine from Oldsmobile in El Caminos. -Black -- Blue -- Blue 1979: 11,371 Replace your broken or unwanted seatbelt release mechanisms and clean up your door jamb with Dixie's block off plate kit. -M38 -- 267, 305 U = V-8, 305cid New colors offered. 10-9 -62D -- Cloth Camel --1978 . H = V-8, 305cid 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. -QKJ -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Whitewall (Radial) -- 1978 Alphanumeric Character - Numeric Values More Info Part # DM00525 6GAUGE Price: $79.95 -D33 -- Mirror: Outside Rearview, LH Remote -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983 These brochures and sales dealer specifications are useful for determining model year details: -- 350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 (high altitude) 14-5 -3-speed automatic (262 V6), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional Z = V-6, 262cid Over 4 weeks ago on Americanlisted $4,500 1986 Chevrolet El Camino Baltimore, MD 1 = U.S.A -RPO -- description -- years observed -MV4 -- 305 12th through 17th digits Sequential Production Number -4-speed manual (305 V8), 3.08 rear axle ratio only, floor shift Easy Swaps. Four corrosion resistant primers, specially formulated, are hand sprayed on the body in areas where rust might develop. VIN Position - Numeric Values Doors now get pull straps. -Black -- Red -- Claret 1986: Many El Camino SS were equipped with aluminum wheels. -QXX -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Blackwall (Radial) -- 1981, 1982, 1983 -Note that these codes will indicate the correct diagram to use for vacuum hose routing in each application. Classifieds for 1973 to 2000 Chevrolet El Camino. 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. In that case the Th400 is about 1/2" longer. Notea: For 1981 and later, power steering became standard (N41). -43M -- Accent Color: Light Green Metallic -- 1985, 1986 On the right, the Frigidaire A6 compressor with a v-belt pulley. -ZJ7 -- Wheels, Rally, 1978 and 1979 could be color-keyed (styled steel wheels, special hub caps and trim rings) -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987. 11-8 1983: -P01 -- Wheel covers -- 5-5 78-88 Seatbelt Release Block Off Plate Kit. 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. Some vehicles used factory side molding and fender well trim. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. -BW2 -- Moldings: Body Side, Deluxe -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 1979: 5,770-GM Heritage Center -A52 -- Bench Seat -- 1980 -63M -- Accent Color: Beige -- 1978(called Camel Metallic), 1979(called Camel Metallic), 1980(called Light Camel Metallic), 1981, 1982 El Camino Automatic Transmissions - Best Automatic Transmission for Chevy El Camino - from $1385.99+ Interior Accessories Exterior Accessories Truck and Towing Tools Chemicals, Oil & Wash Performance Contact Us APPLY CHANGES Auto Parts Drivetrain Transmission Chevrolet El Camino Automatic Transmission Buy Online. -YF5 -- BAB -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25508923 in. *Note: it seems unlikely, though not impossible, that SS numbers would increase so drastically toward production end. The El Camino was based around a Chevrolet station wagon or sedan delivery and featured an integrated cab and bed, unlike a conventional pickup. -305 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 145 hp @ 3800 RPM and 245 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM -N95 -- Wheel trim: Wheel Covers, Wire -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 1986 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO Transmission & Drivetrain Parts & Accessories | Summit Racing Make/Model Search Make/Engine Search Departments Brands Savings Central Contact Us Help Center Wish List Order Status & Returns Welcome My Account Order Status Wish List Savings Central Shop by Brand Shop Your Passion Shop Your Passion Truck / SUV Jeep -K30 -- Speed Control: Cruise-Master -- 1978, 1979, 1980 nominal diameter, vacuum/hydraulic LACQUERING. 1978 and 1979 models were mostly equipped with the Frigidaire system, while most 1980 and later models used the Harrison system. -Silver, metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue Note these are NOT '1988' models; there are no 1988 production models since this would require a VIN change after dealer delivery which cannot be done. This item will Autoship every [recurring_frequency] UPDATE . -Note: The color code numbers below are generally similar for the L codes (Secondary Colors), and U (Primary Colors) Conquista/El Camino Conquista/RPO D91: 3rd digit - This is the Make -Claret, metallic -- Red -- Camel 1979 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation SS. -QVT -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B White Stripe (Radial) -- 1982, 1983 -24X -- Big 4, Light Blue -NA5 -- ??? The transition happened sometime in 1979/1980 so there is some overlap. 3-6 1978*: 6,609-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** These engines have a much better reputation than their earlier brethren with many, if not all, of the issues being resolved by that time. -NA5 -- C4 -- 200 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 manual trans -- 14010222 9 = V-6, 229cid -229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 rated at 115 hp @ 4000 RPM and 175 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (base engine) -Parking brake: pedal-operated, cable to rear wheels, 63.73 sq. -GU1 -- 2.41 -- 1978, 1979 -27B -- CDD2 Blue Cloth Bucket -- 1985 E = 1984 OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075. 8-8 1st digit This is the manufacturers identity number Cruise contol did not get 'resume' until 1981. Years before production of these cars started, GM had switched their keys to accomodate steering column ignition and steering wheel locks for security. -M20 -- 267, 305 The UF7 option gave round guages with a clock. 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. -3-speed automatic (229 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only Runs Good Asking $5,000, Located in ALLIANCE NE 69301, Contact James at 308-760-3492 for more information. -49M -- Accent Color: Dark Jade Metallic -- 1982 1978 GMC Diablo Magazine Review Brake fade happens quickly under load on hot days. -Battery: 630 Cold Cranking Amps at 0 degrees F. Caballero sales numbers by year (total includes all trim levels and versions independant from El Camino): -NB2 -- ??? -K19 -- Air System (air injection reaction system) -- 1982 **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. Where is the VECI label (Vehicle Emissions Control Information)? The frame of the El Camino is not the same one used in the station wagon. The A6 compressors all have a v-belt pulley, while the R4 compressors use either a v-belt for some early designs or a grooved serpentine style belt on later models. Assembled car bodies are chemically sprayed to clean and etch the metal surfaces for corrossion resistance and paint adhesion. Choo Choo Customs: The El Camino got a new grille for 1966. -Control arms: reinforced stamped steel with pre-loaded steel-encased rubber bushings at pivot The pan is the same. -A01 -- Glass, Soft-Ray Tinted: all windows -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -Z53 -- Tachometer, Voltmeter, Temperature, and Oil Pressure guages (incl. The station wagon tailgate is roughly the same but has differences like an exterior latch, and no upper indented character line. Y-8 -3-speed automatic (350 V8 Diesel), 2.29 axle std,. -QKL -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B White Lettered (Radial) -- 1979, 1980 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. -A42 -- Seat, Power: Six-way -- 1978 -NA5 -- LBR -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14065521 -YF5 -- 26 -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14023197, 1981 Emissions: -NA5 -- ZCT -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 10051429 -D68 -- Mirrors: Sport, Twin Remote -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1987 -T63 -- Headlight warning buzzer 1981: -U63 -- AM Radio -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -Redwood, metallic -- Gold -- Camel or Redwood -Backlight slope angle: 20.0 degrees -67M -- Accent Color: Dark Brown Metallic -- 1978(called Saffron Metallic), 1979(called Saffron Metallic), 1983, 1984 Bright finish beads used on the radio/HVAC panel and optional floor console. -6CX -- Front Spring LH The engines redline was 4,000 RPM. 1986: 2,795-carsalesbase.com** The upgraded options were the same as previous years. The "Second Generation" Chevrolet El Camino was produced from 1964 through 1967 and, as mentioned, was based on the all new Chevrolet Chevelle chassis as a mid-sized, coupe/pickup, type vehicle. Note: specific 3-speed automatic transmission type for RPO MX1 assignment seems to have depended on axle ratio selected. Since Diesel engines rely considerably on fuel delivery timing, this was a big issue and not necessarily easily diagnosed. -M33 -- THM350, 3-speed automatic, (1) 2.52, (2) 1.52, (3) 1, (R) 1.93 Model: El Camino. Black Knight/RPO Z16: 1978 Chevrolet El Camino Wiring Schematics -62M -- Accent Color: Medium Brown Metallic -- 1983(called Light Brown Metallic), 1984(called Light Brown Metallic), 1985, 1986, 1987 It was not available on Malibu passenger cars. Registered: Advanced information,Maintenance and Service Guides to download and save. Get the best deals on Chevrolet El Camino 1986 Cars and Trucks when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. 9th digit -Check Digit The GMC Sprint is a coupe utility/pickup that was produced by GMC for the 1971-1977 model years.The Sprint was renamed Caballero for the 1978 model year, and produced through 1987. -U76 -- Windshield antenna -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 A three speed floor shifted manual transmission was standard, but most got the optional three-speed automatic. -3-speed automatic (267 V8), 2.56 rear axle ratio only I started with a 1974 vintage 350 block bored .030, stock crank & 5.7 rods, Keith Black Hypereutectic flat top pistons, good set of moly rings, Crane Compucam which was close to the "Chevy 151 . 1-8 -78M -- Accent Color: Dark Maroon Metallic -- 1983(called Maroon Metallic), 1984 The rear-wheel-drive car-based pickups were sold by GMC Truck dealers primarily in the United States and Canada as the GMC version of the Chevrolet El Camino.Trim designations, emblems, and wheel trim . -YF5 -- BV -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25505238 All of the keys for fifth generation El Caminos follow the same formats. 1980: 2,598-GM Heritage Center -NB2 -- YKJ -- 262 cubic inch fuel injection (TBI) V6 (California) -- 14100956 E-5 Buyers seemed to like the new El Camino's longer 117-in. -For pictures and vacuum routing diagrams by label code, see here. -Exterior -- Decal -- Interior UNDERCOATING. -NA5 -- ALM -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 auto trans -- 14031184 -YF5 -- XK -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 476358 -White -- Blue -- Blue -29M -- Accent Color: Dark Blue Metallic -- 1978, 1980, 1981, 1982 After locating correct unit a link is supplied to provide detailed information on specific kit and parts that are available for your unit. -D85 -- Body pin striping -- 1982 -NM5 or NM8 -- ZDA -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (Canada) -- 10051435, -RPO -- description -- years observed Transmission: 3 Automatic Production Figures Dimensions Coupe Handling Recall Information provided by NHTSA Data updated January 2023 1986 Averages The 1986 Chevrolet El Camino measures 71.90 inches in width, The 1986 Chevrolet El Camino measures 201.60 inches in length, and has a wheelbase of 117.10 inches. 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. THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. -NM4 -- Emissions Systems: Export, Canada The Caballero was offered with a range of engine and transmission options from the smallest, a 3.8 litre (229 cu. 17-2. Note: According to Wards Automotive Yearbook 1979, 40.2% of 1978 El Caminos had 350 CID engines and 47.6% had 305 CID engines. -229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 rated at 110 hp @ 4000 RPM and 190 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (base engine) This is a very well built hotrod. -YF6 -- California procopt -- 1978, List of engine compartment emissions code labels VECI (Vehicle Emissions Control Information): -Carmine, dark metallic -- Gold -- Camel -Note: this is the last year for a different 305 for California. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' AND THEN 'BUS APPLICATIONS'). Question: did dual front speakers become standard from 1981 onward? Location The VIN number is stamped on a plate located on top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield on the drivers side. While manufacturing efficiencies dicated it share some things like head-bolt locations and other machining points with gas engines, the block was a unique high-nickel-content iron casting. A limited number of El Camino SS had aerodynamic ground effect style side exhausts with rectangular chrome exits. -RPO -- description -- years observed -NM5 -- NAB -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (Canada) -- 25513365 Descrepancies will always exist but we have done our best to locate the most accurate possible numbers. -3-speed automatic (305 V8, 305 V8 California, 350 V8), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional The full catalog of Chevy engine options was available, including the trusty 235 CID straight six and 283 CID V8s, and even the 348 CID V8 with three two-barrel carbs and 315 hp. 1984: 2,751-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** (another source says 2,702) 1966 Chevrolet El Camino (Stk#1236) BIG BLOCK V8 POWER! -Claret, dark metallic -- Gold -- Camel Few vehicles have left their. 1981: 36,711-carsalesbase.com** 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. -Rear overhang: 48.5 in. 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. 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. 1980 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation. -305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 rated at 150 hp @ 4000 RPM and 240 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM (California AND non-California the same), 1987: Z = Fremont, CA Location The VIN number is stamped on a plate located on top of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield on the drivers side. All compressors use a standard electro-magnetic activation clutch design to engage the compressor. -YF5 -- XJU -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) . However the brakes show their limits quickly. 1982: -249 -- Seat Belt, Light Blue -- 1978 -Blue, dark metallic -- Blue -- Dark Blue J-1 Grundy Insurance. Interior Mirrors for Chevrolet El Camino, Manual Transmission Parts for Chevrolet El . -MV9 -- 231, 305, 262 -RPO -- description Door -- B -- 320589 -- 51 -45M -- Accent Color: Light Jade Metallic -- 1978(called Medium Green Metallic), 1981(called Light Jade Green Metallic), 1982 1973 to 2000 Chevrolet El Camino for Sale. -A65 -- Split Front Seat -- 1982 Any distance from 36360. The engine type is 5.0L V8 OHV. 305 cubic inch 4bbl RPO LG4 replaces 305 cubic inch 2bbl RPO LG3. 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. -267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 115 hp @ 4000 RPM and 205 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM Chevrolet El Camino Emissions Designations -RPO (Regular Production Option) Z16, also requires SS Z15. 8th digit - This identifies the engine THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. -3-speed automatic (267 V8), 2.56 rear axle ratio only -NA5 or YF5 or NA6 -- SAY -- 350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 -- 22518536 -Silver, metallic -- Red -- Black or Claret Note that of course colors and materials always varied: Style differences in steering wheel designs. 1979 Royal Knight color options: -3-speed automatic (229 V6), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional 1986 Chevrolet El Camino has an enjoyable REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR body style. -MV9 -- THM200C, 3-speed automatic, (1) 2.74, (2) 1.57, (3) 1, (R) 2.07 Vehicles with Similar Dimensions Filters Clear Filters. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino. in. 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We have 8 1986 Chevrolet El Camino vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 0 1-Owner cars, and 0 personal use cars. 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. Early El Camino SS until mid-1985 used aluminum body side molding with machine-turned center and two vinyl inserts running full length of the molding. 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. -Fuel tank: 17.7 gallon, 1986: This El Camino is kind of a rare bird, with a 5 liter V8 and air conditioning. The Diesel was pretty much dropped into the GM model line-up with very few transmission or gearing adjustments. in. B = Baltimore, MD The LF9 Diesel engine was the only passenger-car V-8 diesel in the world at that time; engineered by Oldsmobile. Filters. K = Leeds, MO -7FC -- Front Spring RH -- 1978 in. These are hard to come by in even a semi-readable form thanks to all the sources that these pictures and photos come from. Final 1987 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation rear View. Posted Over 1 Month. Unfortunately by the time latent issues were worked out, it had developed a bad reputation and it was too late. -3-speed automatic th350 (305 V8), 2.73 optional axle -NA5 -- LBN -- 267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 -- 14065520 9 bids Ending Dec 20 at 6:21AM PST 4d 2h Local Pickup. -19K -- Cover, Cargo Box Tonneau: Black -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 The most desirable TH200-4R for speed enthusiasts are the units manufactured for Buick Grand National, Olds 4-4-2 and Chevy Monte Carlo SS in 1986-'87. You didn't do a swap from a long TH350 to a short Th400, More likely a short TH350 (6" tailhousing), to a short TH400 (4" tail). 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. . -N23 -- Tank, Fuel: 22 gallons (83 L) -- 1978 Some sources say 1985 was the first export date, but the data from GM specifying 1983 makes sense because they would have needed preperation and ramp-up time before all El Camino production moved here in 1985. 1983: 587-thecowboycadillac.com** Introduced in the 1959 model year in response to the success of the Ford Ranchero coup utility, its first . Ships Today. -Height: 53.8 in. It has none of the disadvantages of huge, unmanuverable, over-powered modern pickups. -MD8 -- 262, 305 These are standard specifications - not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s). 1982: 3,207 -N33 -- Steering Wheel: Comfortilt (tilt wheel) -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -Beige -- Gold -- Camel Baltimore, MD -- Baltimore Assembly (properly named Broening Highway General Motors Plant) was a General Motors factory in Baltimore, Maryland. 1986: 19,797-GM Heritage Center (oldcarsweekly.com says 16,229) (chevelles.com and elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com** says 21,508) -N18 -- Wheel cover locking package, only with N95 wire wheels -- 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 2.73 optional K = Leeds, MO The stance and mirrors are actually well-suited to towing small trailers with good visibility. -305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 rated at 145 hp @ 3800 RPM and 240 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM (California AND non-California the same), 1982: In 1991, GM unveiled an El Camino concept, which was basically a pickup variant of the Chevrolet Lumina Z34. (this will match the VIN plate) The VIN will contain MODEL information. -LC6 -- 3.8L (231 cubic inch) 2bbl V6 Buick -- 1979 (Note: engine rarely mentioned in docs, seems to be interim use for LD5) -44M -- Accent Color: Dark Green Metallic -- 1978(called Light Green Metallic), 1979(called Medium Green Metallic), 1980 Visibility is fantastic with the wrap-around glass everywhere. 1979 - Slightly altered grille is the only visual change this year. 9 = 1979 -C94 -- Dome/Courtesy Lamp - Electronic Delay Switch/timer -- 1978, 1980 -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (Canada) -- 14086573, 1987 Emissions: 1985: . -9PZ -- Rear Spring RH -- 1978 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. -YF5 -- ALU -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14031189, 1982 Emissions: Body & Doors: REGULAR CAB PICKUP 2-DR. Engine: 5.0L V8 OHV 16V. -Height rocker panel front to ground: 8.9 in. Cant see this article ? Repeat step 1 for all 17 VIN positions. The Chevrolet El Camino is a coup utility vehicle that was produced by Chevrolet between 1959-60 and 1964-1987. D = Doraville, GA -Maximum length: 79.1 in. These crossmembers are a direct bolt-on. The "SS", and "Z28" are NOT MODELS. No, it is not as perfect as you remember it, memory being mostly fond reminiscince of things past and desired to be reclaimed. Vinyl roofs: With a curb weight of 3243 lbs (1471 kgs), the El Camino V 5.0 V8 has a naturally-aspirated V 8 cylinder engine, Petrol motor. . -LF9 -- 5.7L (350 cubic inch) fuel injection V8 Diesel -- 1983, 1984 more information -MV9 -- 229, 1981: The base 229-cubic-inch V6 made 110 horsepower (down from 115), as did the California-only 231-cubic-inch Buick V6. . -3-speed automatic th350 (305 V8 California), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional C = Chevrolet Truck Identify Your Transmission, Transmission Lookup, Transmission specs, GM transmission lookup, 700r4 diagram, 4l60e diagram, th350 diagram, 4l80e diagram, e4od diagram, 4r100 diagram, Transmission identification . GMC Diablo/Diablo Decor/RPO YE7: When Chevrolet introduced the 1959 El Camino, the bow-tie brand launched a successful product run that would continue for nearly 30 years. 3 = Mexico -Roof: halo construction 1983: 24,010-carsalesbase.com** Leeds, MO -- Leeds Assembly was a General Motors automobile factory in Leeds, Missouri (Kansas City). Although some sources say El Caminos were made here, factory records only show Malibus from 1978-1980. -AK1 -- Belts, Deluxe: color-keyed seat and shoulder -- 1978, 1979 See the tables below for the numeric values for each character and position. 9. <<. -305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 rated at 160 hp @ 4000 RPM and 235 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1). Production continued through 1980 when the plant was closed. The format is not the complete VIN, but enough to conclude the original VIN's number. -80M -- Accent Color: Silver Gray -- 1982 Take a look at where the oil lines come out of the trans. rear cast-iron finned drum 0-0 Pistons were made from special high-strength cast aluminum by Bohn. -MW9 -- THM2004R, 4-speed automatic with overdrive, (1) 2.78, (2) 1.57, (3) 1, (4) 0.67, (R) 2.07 -NA5 -- YCL -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14100932 El Camino Super Sport/Super Sport/El Camino SS/SS Sport Decor/RPO Z15: -Rear suspension: hypoid; coil springs, 1 in. -Note: the 5.7-liter Diesel V8 was made by Oldsmobile, which was also offered in Chevrolet's full-size cars.