Fuel Economy: 15: MPG: city: 19: MPG: highway: 4-Speed Automatic 4-Speed Automatic Safety. -Inner fenders: plastic 1983: 2,126-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** (another source says 2,160) This El Camino before you expresses that philosophy to a tee. Even in the context of today it holds its own and is quite acceptable for everyday driving in a modern world. Each alphanumeric character also has a numeric value. 1978: 54,286-GM Heritage Center The possible values for the check digit range from 1 through 9 and also include the letter X. **The information from the cowboycadillac.com was obtained from the "Chevrolet El Camino Photo History" by automotive journalist Monty Montgomery. Ramos Arizpe, Mexico -- Opened in 1981. The 1981 models received a new horizontal tube grill. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino. 1986 El Camino Cars for sale - SmartMotorGuide.com -Note: the 5.7-liter Diesel V8 was made by Oldsmobile, which was also offered in Chevrolet's full-size cars. K = V-6, 229cid -Height rocker panel front to ground: 8.9 in. 1978: 970 3-speed, 1,775 4-speed (elcaminocental.com) in. FLASH PRIMER AND PRIMER SURFACER COATS. Doors now get pull straps. -LB4 -- 4.3L (262 cubic inch) TBI (Throttle Body Injection) V6 -- 1985, 1986, 1987 -Silver, metallic -- Red -- Black or Claret Sitting in a Suburban or GM truck from this time period for any length of time results in a numbness and uncomfortable experience. -YF5 -- LAN -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14063721 -9PZ -- Rear Spring RH -- 1978 Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1987 El Camino at the best online prices at eBay! 1986 EL CAMINO Owners manual + more | eBay 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. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino Specs, Prices, VINs & Recalls - AutoDetective Quantity: $46.00. facing contact per axle This is a very well built hotrod. 1980: 4,742-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** (another source says 4,463) The format is not the complete VIN, but enough to conclude the original VIN's number. The El Camino got a new grille for 1966. -GH2 -- 2.29 -1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 clusters had a base cluster with round guages, however only speedometer and fuel; the rest were dummy lights. The transition happened sometime in 1979/1980 so there is some overlap. -QFT -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Blackwall (Radial) -- 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -UP6 -- AM/FM/CB Radio with power antenna -- 1979, 1980, 1981 -NB2 -- YCP -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14100935 -NM6 -- CCN -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (Canada) -- 14044693 1986 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO Product Results Filter by Vehicle Search New Vehicle Search Within Results Filters In Stock. 6. The parts are mechanically dipped or flow-coated to insure coating in all seams and secluded areas, and baked at 390 degrees F. for 30 minutes. 1978: 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. . -3-speed automatic (305 V8), 2.41 axle std., 3.08 optional 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. Note: specific 3-speed automatic transmission type for RPO MX1 assignment seems to have depended on axle ratio selected. The front end featured a new single rectangular headlight design. -Wheels: 5 lug, 14"x6" GM ran the Black Knight for only one year because a lawsuit was launched against them for using the name. 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. -Cinnabar -- Red -- Black or Camel The Z53 option gave all guages with tachometer, but no clock. -M64 -- 3-speed manual, (1) 3.50, (2) 1.89, (3) 1, (R) 3.62 [most likely Saginaw] -NM5 -- ZCY -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (Canada) -- 10051433 SS, Z-15 RPO (sub-breakdown of El Caminos): -NA5 -- AWS -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 auto trans -- 14037722 or 14047073 or 14047077 1978 and 1979 models were mostly equipped with the Frigidaire system, while most 1980 and later models used the Harrison system. 1980: Transmission Removal Chevy El Camino - YouTube Chevrolet El Camino Automatic Transmission - AutoZone.com -LC3 -- 3.8L (229 cubic inch) 2bbl V6 -- 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984 1980: 5,444 Transmission Options. 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. 1981: 4,380-carsalesbase.com** -6DY -- Front Spring LH -- 1978 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508, USA 26,577 Miles GRAND RAPIDS, MI . 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. The engine type is 5.0L V8 OHV 16V. From 1978 through 1981, The El Camino was technically still called an 'A' body by GM. Because of the compressor design differences, the A6 compressor does not necessarily require shut-off switches for low refridgerant. -49M -- Accent Color: Dark Jade Metallic -- 1982 in. A = 1980 1986: 995-thecowboycadillac.com** -Diesel versions: Dual batteries, 63 amp alternator, TH350 transmission with ratios: 2.52/1.52/1/Rev 1.93 with 27 spline yoke HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. -K81 -- Generator: 63 Amp Delcotron -- 1979, 1980, 1981 -AV7 -- Front seat 50/50 -- 1978 Free shipping on many items . However, a "small-block" 267-cubic-inch (4.4-liter) V8 joined the options list and slotted between the standard 3.3-liter V6 and the optional 5.0-liter four-barrel V8. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino Choo-Choo SS $24,995 SOLD Stock 1334-TPA 5.0 Liter V8 Transmission 3 Speed Automatic Miles 59,544 (Actual) Location Tampa Interested in This Vehicle? N-5 -NA5 -- ALJ -- 267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 -- 14031182 -3-speed automatic (229 V6), 2.73 rear axle ratio only H = 1987 -63M -- MID/BDY CAMEL -- 1978 -Note: The color code numbers below are generally similar for the L codes (Secondary Colors), and U (Primary Colors) 1985 GMC Caballero - The Little Known Sibling Of The El Camino - Silodrome -General suspension provisions, leveling: front stabilizer bar Pistons were made from special high-strength cast aluminum by Bohn. Vehicle information, history, and specifications from concept to production. -Cargo weight rating: 800 lbs. -General suspension provisions, anti-squat control: rear suspension geometry -19K -- Cover, Cargo Box Tonneau: Black -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 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. Research, compare, and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 49 El Camino models in Bassett, NE. 1985: 24,582-GM Heritage Center (oldcarsweekly.com says 25,482) (chevelles.com and elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com** says 21,816) -Exterior -- Decal -- Interior . 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. -Ramp breakover angle: 13 degrees, 45 min. -NM5 -- ??? Paint and body process (from GM documentation): F = 1985 1978-1987 El Camino Database - Tradecraft Specialties We have 8 1986 Chevrolet El Camino vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 0 1-Owner cars, and 0 personal use cars. -MD8 -- THM700R4, 4-speed automatic with overdrive, (1) 3.06, (2) 1.63, (3) 1, (4) 0.70 (R) 2.90 -Liftover height: 25.2 in. It has seen rain, snow, sun; pretty much most driving conditions. 1979: 2,043 3-speed, 1,771 4-speed (elcaminocental.com) Financing options. -19Q -- Moldings: Black -- 1978, 1982 -MM4 -- specifies 4-speed manual option, non-specific type 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. -BW2 -- Moldings: Body Side, Deluxe -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 . -3-speed automatic (305 V8, 305 V8 California), 2.41 axle std., 2.73 optional Door -- H -- 320405 -- 57 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. -Blue, dark metallic -- Blue -- Black or Blue 8-10 -YF5 -- DYU -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14071150 -NA5 -- DTN -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 14065565 -U69 -- AM/FM Radio -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 Find your dream car today. Conquista/El Camino Conquista/RPO D91: Cant see this article ? -NA5 -- ZR -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl manual trans -- 14021871 -White -- Red -- Black or Carmine UNDERCOATING. 1985: 21,816-carsalesbase.com** -YF5 -- BAB -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (California) -- 25508923 K-2 267 cubic inch V8 RPO L39 introducted except in California. Black Knight, Z15 + Z16 RPO's (sub-breakdown of El Caminos): Z53 guages, incl. -4-speed manual (305 V8), 2.73 rear axle ratio only, floor shift -GU4 -- 3.08, -RPO -- description 1980: 2,598-GM Heritage Center Please let us know if you have any supporting documentation either way. -31M -- Accent Color: Dark Blue Metallic -- 1985, 1986, 1987 GMC Caballero - Wikicars -K30 -- Speed Control: Cruise-Master -- 1978, 1979, 1980 1979: 11,371 -Height: 53.8 in. 1986 Chevrolet El Camino Trims For Sale. 25512340 Chevrolet El Camino. -NB2 -- YCY -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14100942 L-3 Dealer documentation specifies that at least for several years, vinyl roofs in various colors were available. 3rd and 4th and digits - This is the Body Style View/Hide options. HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. 1986: 2,795-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** (another source says 2,795) D = 1983 It was not available on Malibu passenger cars. wheelbase and shorter 201.6-in. -Claret, dark metallic -- Red -- Claret -350 cubic inch fuel injection Diesel V8 rated at 105 hp @3200 RPM and 200 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM (California AND non-California the same) -NM5 -- NAB -- 231 cubic inch 2bbl Buick V6 (Canada) -- 25513365 Door -- B -- 320589 -- 51 -Height rocker panel rear to ground: 9.9 in. Solid black paint, tri-tone gold pin striping on sides and tailgate, "Black Knight" lettered decals on lower front fender and lower right hand portion of tailgate. Vehicles manufactured in 1987 also have the Choo Choo Customs logo with train on the front fascia and tailgate. 4. -M15 -- 200 -267 cubic inch 2bbl V8 rated at 120 hp @ 3600 RPM and 215 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM Find used Chevrolet El camino now on Autozin. -NM4 -- Emissions Systems: Export, Canada Ships In a Few Days. K = Leeds, MO -72M -- Accent Color: Light Maroon Metallic -- 1981, 1982(called Light Redwood Metallic) The engines redline was 4,000 RPM. Although very low horsepower, they had respectable torque numbers. -B93 -- Moldings: Door Edge Guard -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 1978-1988 G-Body Manual Transmission Conversion Kit - SS396.com Chevy VIN, Trim Tag and Drivetrain Information & Decoding - NastyZ28.com <<. In 1991, GM unveiled an El Camino concept, which was basically a pickup variant of the Chevrolet Lumina Z34. -NA2 -- DT -- 350 cubic inch 4bbl V8 -- 472888 X 0.18 in. Continuation of the Black Knight package but renamed due to litigation issues. 1987 Chevrolet El Camino Dealer Information. -M24 -- 305 14-5 -6CX -- Front Spring LH Although suitable for many situations, the front discs and rear drums are just not well fitted for daily driving in today's world. -305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 rated at 145 hp @ 3800 RPM and 240 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM (California AND non-California the same), 1982: 1981: Hauling interest: final-gen El Caminos are picking up steam 5th digit - This is the Series FINAL BAKING. (2,690) In Stock, Including at a Supplier. If you have replaced the stock seatbelts with new modern versions, then you no longer need the factory seatbelt releases located on the door striker posts. -Cargo box area: 35.5 cubic feet Chevrolet 90 V6 and Buick V6 engines were used for the first time. 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. -UY8 -- AM/FM Stereo Radio with digital clock display -- 1979, 1980. 1-1 -Chevrolet (1AW80): Standard El Camino, Conquista, Super Sport, Royal Knight -Battery: 2500w @ 0 deg F, 1979: -U73 -- Fixed mast antenna -- 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 -MV9 -- 229, 1981: Unlike a standard pickup truck, the El Camino was adapted from the standard two-door Chevrolet station wagon platform and integrated the cab and cargo bed into the body.. They did get great fuel mileage though, reported to be on average in mid to high 20 MPG in some cases. -Carmine, dark metallic -- Gold -- Camel GMC Laredo/Amarillo/RPO D91: 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 Z = V-6, 262cid [trans type dependent on production line choice] Documents for model differences: -NA5 -- UBC -- 262 cubic inch fuel injection (TBI) V6 -- 14086523 -Note: No 262 V6 option listed, but was available in dealer paperwork. -NA5 -- ??? Alterations to the 1979 El Camino amounting to little more than a new divided grille. -QFV -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B White Lettered (Radial) -- 1979 For 1981+, UF7 included standard trip odometer. 1983 Chevrolet El Camino Fifth generation. Available engines were a 194-cid L6 with 120 hp, a 230-cid L6 with 155 hp and a 283-cid V8 with 2-barrel carburetor and rated at 195 hp, and a 4 . (4,158) Air & Fuel Delivery Books/Videos/Software Brake Systems Chassis & Suspension Cooling & Heating Engines & Components Exhaust Exterior & Accessories 1979: 6,952-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** (another source says 6,412) A print ad shows a Royal Knight depicted in metallic silver with red hood logo. New colors offered. -Rear axle: Salisbury-type, hypoid gearing -- 229 cubic inch 2bbl Chevrolet V6 . The engine type is 5.0L V8 OHV. -NA5 -- Emissions Systems: Standard Emission Equipment -LC6 -- 3.8L (231 cubic inch) 2bbl V6 Buick -- 1979 (Note: engine rarely mentioned in docs, seems to be interim use for LD5) The base V6 displaced 229 cubic inches, up from 200 the year before. -U58 -- AM/FM Stereo Radio -- 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985 Since the SS was merely a trim option by those years, it is perfectly logical that the SS could be had easily with a Diesel. Chevrolet - Chevrolet El Camino 5th gen (1978-1987) - Motor Car History in. 1984-1987 El Camino Transmission Crossmember TH200R4, TH400 Short Tail What transmission does a 1985 El Camino have? - TeachersCollegesj -47M -- Accent Color: Jade Green Metallic -- 1981 The fifth generation El Camino started production in 1978, adopting the new Malibu styling, suspension parts, and a one-inch longer wheelbase of 117 in. RPO (Regular Production Option) Z15. Though mileage with the diesel was commendable, it was an expensive option and would eventually amass a dismal repair record. -YF5 -- CF -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14006783, 1980 Emissions: -M33 -- 231 -QJZ -- Tires: P205/75 R-14-B Blackwall (Radial) -- 1979, 1980 5 = GMC -MV4 -- 305 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. This continued even after the Royal Knight package was discontinued, making it more akin to the SS package overall. Distance. Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto (1977) Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 L82 4-speed close (1977) Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 Indianapolis 500 Pace Car Limited Edition Auto (1977) Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 5.7L V8 Special 4-speed close (1978) 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. -58M -- Accent Color: Light Brown Metallic -- 1985, 1986, 1987 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. -MD8 -- 305 Since letter designations changed each year (or mostly each year), this seems to be the main reason to do this since otherwise the locks going in would have to first be sorted by the correct letter. 1986 Chevrolet El Caminos for Sale | Used on Oodle Classifieds 1979: 58,008-carsalesbase.com** -YF5 -- DTR -- 305 cubic inch 4bbl V8 (California) -- 14065566 . Each specific cut combination was stamped into a knock-out section in the key ring hole, which could be retained by the owner for easy key replacement. -Last year for Diesel engine from Oldsmobile in El Caminos. 1981: 4,380-elcaminos.com and thecowboycadillac.com*** (another source says 3,994) 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 . -22M -- Accent Color: Medium Blue Metallic -- 1978(called Light Blue Metallic), 1979(called Light Blue Metallic), 1981, 1983(called Light Blue Metallic), 1984(called Light Blue Metallic)